“I have sold camera gear to MPB three times, they are very fair in the prices that they pay, the transactions happen quickly. The last selling transaction I did took only 6 business days from shipping them the camera to the money hitting my back account.”
“I heard about mpb on a photo discussion forum and gave them a try. I compared the offer from mpb to another reseller and mpb was better so I went with them. They paid for shipping and sent the shipping labels so real easy. They actually upgraded my camera once they received it, for a better sale price.”
“Love that they give good fair quotes. Don't like that the don't recognize high end cinema equipment, like the Orange Tangerine EVF mount, or the indespensible Zacuto servo extender cable (every 18-80 CN-E owner will tell you about.”
“With companies like MPB, the most important aspect is trust. Livelihoods depend on it. They proved to me they are a stand-up organization, so they get my business.”
“Excellent customer service. Bought a lens but as a beginner I found it wasn't what I wanted. No fuss return. Exchanged for another lens which is brilliant. Really quick delivery and very well packaged. Absolutely couldn't fault them!”
“I believe I sold them about 60% of my photography equipment, including 8 or 9 digital SLRs. However, I have always been curious about their inspection and valuation process for used equipment. For instance, when I sold them an SLR with a charger, they would make a big fuss if the charger was a third-party one and reduce the price accordingly. Yet, sometimes I sent them the camera with the original battery, and they still paid me the original price. Additionally, if I forgot to remove the LCD screen protector from the camera, they would reduce the payment, claiming there were scratches on it, even though the original camera screen had no defects at all.
Moreover, I would attach some matching products that I could not find on their website, such as MEIKE lenses, to the equipment I sent them, in an attempt to test their honesty. Unfortunately, I was disappointed as they did not mention anything about these items. I am unsure whether they kept them or discarded them, which amounted to about $300 or $400 worth of equipment.
When I sell used photography equipment, I make sure to be clear about the condition and completeness of each item. For instance, when I received a returned Canon flash and a Sigma DP0 Quattro, I immediately noticed the flash was missing its pouch and the Sigma's lens cap was replaced with a non-branded one. These small details can drastically change the resale value. I know that if I want to sell them at the ideal price, I'll need to replace these with original parts, even though it's an extra expense. I always document the condition before selling, so I can verify any changes if an item is returned. It's a small effort that maintains the integrity of the sale and ensures satisfaction on both ends. I've learned that meticulous inspection procedures are crucial to avoid such issues and protect my investments. It's disappointing when such oversights happen, but it reinforces the importance of attention to detail in every transaction.”
“This was my first purchase from MPB. The lens I purchased was rated as Like New, and so my expectations were high. The lens I received is in perfect condition, which makes me much more comfortable about purchasing from them in future.”
“Ordered a 10-20mm sigma lens for my canon camera at a great price it was the cheapest out of all of these lenses. I was going to use it for wide field Astro photography so it’s going to be out in the cold most of the time but the lens I received is in excellent condition I think I will keep it for landscapes and look after it. Great lens, Great service and fast delivery. I will definitely buy from MPC again”
