Denton and Frank write:
> >If you look at both the AIS 24 2.8, and the Zuiko 24 2.8, both sell new at
> >identical prices, $349.95.
> > Both seem to sell used at dealers right around $300.
>
> Hm, I've made a US $60 profit in a bit over a year on my Zuiko 24mm f/2.8
Wait just a minute here. Besides the fact the Zuiko jumped to $359.95 at B&H,
what dealer is going to get away with selling a used one for 840f new grey
market price? I just got done posting about such dealers. I suspect it will
linger on their price list quite a long time!
I'm selling a 9 condition multi-coated one for $165. That is dead on the
prices people are paying in Internet venues for any coating, on average, in
the same condition. If one values their equipment by high end dealer prices,
they will be in for a shock when it comes time to sell. Dealers only offer
40-500f the price they sell at. Except for insurance replacement value
purposes, one has to come down to earth when placing a value on their
equipment. And that value is "what is it worth when THEY have to liquidate
it."
Gary Reese
Las Vegas, NV
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