I'm new to SLRs, but feel like buying a used one to expand my photographic skills. However, can the lao jiao photographers give me some tips on what to check when buying a used DSLR?
E.g. the seller claims that the CCD is just cleaned. How to check this other than taking a shot
and bringing it home to view on the PC to check for dust?
A friend told me that the way to check for dead pixels on the CCD is to take a shot with the lens cover on. But I've tried it and the DSLR refuses to take a shot with the lens cover on.
What about buying used lens? What to check for that?
Final question: How does the value of a used DSLR change with age? e.g. a 6mth D70 body vs a 1.5 yr D70 body? Assuming they are both about the same condition.
E.g. the seller claims that the CCD is just cleaned. How to check this other than taking a shot
and bringing it home to view on the PC to check for dust?
A friend told me that the way to check for dead pixels on the CCD is to take a shot with the lens cover on. But I've tried it and the DSLR refuses to take a shot with the lens cover on.
What about buying used lens? What to check for that?
Final question: How does the value of a used DSLR change with age? e.g. a 6mth D70 body vs a 1.5 yr D70 body? Assuming they are both about the same condition.