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"Reconditioned" cameras on ebay?

  • 08-06-2010 01:03PM
    #1
    dceire
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,874 ✭✭✭


    I'm heading off on my travels in about two months and was hoping to pick up a half decent camera on the cheap before I go. I was having a look on ebay and have come across many cameras listed as "reconditioned" being sold at discounted prices. Is reconditioned just a different name for used?

    Anyway, I like the look of this one, is it worth a punt?

    OLYMPUS-MJU-STYLUS-TOUGH-6000-BLUE-DIGITAL-CAMERA


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  • #2
    Eoin
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 21,277 ✭✭✭✭Eoin


    Is reconditioned just a different name for used?

    Sort of - I generally take it to mean that it's been returned for some minor defect and repaired. I think that Dell often sell reconditioned computers and accessories.

    I've been tempted to take a punt on something like that occasionally, but it would have to be a decent saving.


  • #3
    dceire
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,874 ✭✭✭dceire


    eoin wrote: »
    Sort of - I generally take it to mean that it's been returned for some minor defect and repaired. I think that Dell often sell reconditioned computers and accessories.

    I've been tempted to take a punt on something like that occasionally, but it would have to be a decent saving.

    I had a good look today and a new camera + delivery is working out at roughly €200. The same model reconditioned is €150. Worth it for €50 squids?

    The reconditioned one is coming with a 3 month worldwide warranty but not sure how much use that'd be to be honest.


  • #4
    Eoin
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 21,277 ✭✭✭✭Eoin


    It's hard to say; 25% discount for a used and/or repaired item isn't really a bargain IMO. I don't know much about digital cameras though.

    Maybe check out the Photography forum and ask what the best camera you can get for €150 is like - and if it's worth taking a chance with a reconditioned one. Also maybe have a look on www.adverts.ie - if you'd consider a reconditioned unit, then it might be worth looking at second hand ones as well where you might get much better value for money.


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