Methods for deciphering serial numbers of Nikon, Canon, Sony cameras and reading hidden EXIF tags for determining the exact year and month of production, as well as the sales market.
Read article →A service engineer debunks the myths around checking the mileage of Fujifilm cameras: where is the Frame Number tag hidden, specific problems of X-T2/X-T3 and decryption of RAF files.
Read article →How to check the real shutter mileage of Sony Alpha DSLR-A330? The specialist talks about the reliability of the camera, its parameters and a simple way to find out the number of frames captured via EXIF.
Read article →Practical advice for a seller of a used camera from a service technician: how to convincingly prove honesty shutter operating time, provide raw RAW and pass any verification.
Read article →Tips from the service center master: how buy-ups and consignment shops evaluate the mileage of the shutter, underpricing and how justify the cost when submitting a trade-in.
Read article →A service engineer evaluates the feasibility of purchasing a used high-mileage camera. How much discount 100-200 thousand for the mileage, the cost of replacing the shutter and the main risks.
Read article →We analyze the benefits and economic risks of purchasing DSLRs and mirrorless cameras with a mileage of 100,000 frames or more. Costing, long-lived models and selection rules.
Read article →A service technician examines the operation of mechanical, electronic and EFCS shutters. Pros and cons of Rolling Shutter, stripes from artificial light and life hacks for extending the life of the mechanism.
Read article →How to find out the mileage of the new flagship Micro 4/3 OM System OM-1? We analyze the shutter resource, stack modes and online frame counter diagnostics.
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