USED EQUIPMENT GUIDE

WHAT EQUIPMENT IS BCC INTERESTED IN?

Bergen County Camera purchases many of the more desirable SLR film and Digital SLR cameras, lenses & flashes. Keep in mind though, that the market demand for older film equipment is rapidly diminishing, so vintage film camera values are dropping.

Please call ahead to discuss the suitability of any item you are interested in buying, selling or consigning. You can call the store 201-664-4113 or email customerservice@bergencountycamera.com.

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Trade-in

Bring your gear in to Bergen County Camera for a free evaluation and trade-in quote toward the latest photo gear. After a Bergen County Camera photo expert helps assess your needs, we may be able to give you a generous trade-in towards your purchase. Bergen County Camera requires a valid drivers license or other official identification for all trade-ins, consignments and cash purchase transactions.

Consignment - Outright Sale

Your salesperson will also be able to give you a quote for consignment or for an outright cash purchase. Consignment allows you to charge the price you want while paying a 20% fee (if you make a comparable purchase) or a 30% fee without a comperable purchase.

An outright sale of your equipment to Bergen County Camera will give you cash in the form of a check. Bergen County Camera requires a valid drivers license or other official identification for all trade-ins, consignments and cash purchase transactions.

How do I get my equipment to Bergen County Camera?

To sell, trade or consign your equipment to Bergen County Camera you can either bring or ship your equipment to us. We recommend that you ship in a sturdy well-packed box. Don't forget to insure your package. Upon receipt, Bergen County Camera will determine the price for any or all of the options listed above and promptly call you with this information. Ship your insured package to Bergen County Camera, 270 Westwood Ave, Westwood, NJ 07675.

How do I get my equipment to Bergen County Camera?

Prices are based on industry data and our experience selling similar items. The best approach will vary depending on your needs. As a general rule, a Trade in provides the best value, if you want a quick one stop transaction, usually 50-70% of the retail value.

If you don't mind waiting for your money, a consignment sale with a comparable dollar purchase will return 80% of the sale price of your consignment. The fee for selling a consignment piece without a purchase is 30%, returning 70% of the retail price. An outright sale for cash is usually 20-60% of the retail price. The only difference between consignment and trade in can be summed up as, "who's going to wait for their money."

What is your return policy?

If you change your mind, you can return your purchase for STORE CREDIT only. Equipment must be in the same condition as sold with all accessories and extras included with the sale.

If there is a DEFECT or the equipment condition is NOT AS SPECIFIED, you are entitled to a FULL REFUND plus SHIPPING. We stand behind what we sell.

What is the Guarantee?

The review period is 30 days for store stock and 15 days for consignment items. during which we ask our customers to fully check out the purchased item for operation and function. Should a problem or concern arise, give us a call and we'll arrange to get the equipment back and a refund issued as outlined above.

Do you check equipment before selling?

Yes, everything is checked before listing the item for sale.

New: 100% original finish. Never sold, never rented, never used. Includes all original boxes and paperwork. Eligible for full warranty coverage from the authorized USA importer/distributor.

Demo: 90-99% original finish. Never sold, but was displayed/demonstrated in our store, or may have been bought from the USA importer/distributor as a Demo item.

Mechanically like new, glass very clean.* Includes all original boxes and paperwork. Eligible for warranty coverage from the authorized USA importer/distributor; sometimes the warranty coverage period for a demo may be less than for a new item.

MINT: 100% original finish. Looks and functions like a New item, but may not include original box or instructions. Mechanically like new, glass very clean.* Not eligible for warranty coverage from the authorized USA importer/distributor.

EXC+, EX+ (Excellent Plus): 90-99% of original finish. Overall very clean, signs of light use may be visible with careful inspection. Mechanically like new, glass very clean.

EXC, EX (Excellent): 80-89% of original finish. Shows signs of moderate use, may have minor scrapes or rubs. Fully functional, may have very minor optical flaws which will not affect image quality.* Not eligible for warranty coverage from the authorized USA importer/distributor.

EXC-, EX- (Excellent Minus): 70-79% of original finish. Shows average wear, may have light dents, dings, scrapes or brassing which will not affect function. Fully functional, glass may have marks or flaws which will not affect image quality.* Not eligible for warranty coverage from the authorized USA importer/dist.

BGN (Bargain): 60-69% of original finish. Shows more than average wear, may have significant dents, dings, scrapes or brassing which should not affect function. Fully functional, glass may have marks or flaws which should not affect image quality.* Not eligible for warranty coverage from the authorized USA importer/dist.

UG (Ugly): 50-59% of original finish. Very rough, ugly to the eye. May or may not be fully functional, but all functional defects will be stated in the ad. Glass will have marks or flaws which may affect image quality.*

As Is: 50% or less original finish. Well used and worn. May have missing parts or may not be fully functional. Glass will have marks or flaws which will affect image quality.* There is no warranty or returns on As Is items.