You Can Get Almost-New Camera Gear for a Fraction of the Cost. Here’s How.

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Let’s be real—camera gear is expensive. And the hit to your wallet can feel most acute as you’re starting to build a system from scratch, when a new entry-level camera costs you north of $500, and it may not even come with a lens. Buying used, however, can get you 90% of the quality and longevity of new gear at 60% of the price. That’s a deal that’s hard to turn down.

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