Buying advice
Body or lens? What to spend your money on first
The classic dilemma. Short answer: almost always glass first.
When you're choosing new gear, you often get stuck on whether to invest in a body or in glass. What matters isn't what's newer, but what will give you more in the long run – in the image and in practice.
Why glass is an investment for years
The golden rule of the used market: a body ages faster than a good lens. Quality glass will outlast several generations of bodies and has the biggest influence on how the final image looks.
After five years a body can feel dated because of slower autofocus or missing stabilization, whereas an optically good lens stays usable for decades.
- Have a decent body? Invest in a lens.
- Have good glass and an old body without modern features? Upgrade the body.
In my stock you'll find top lenses such as the Sony 35 mm f/1.4 GM or the Sony 24–70 mm f/2.8 GM, which deliver excellent performance for the price.
How to choose a body
If you need a body, focus on the features you'll actually use. The Canon EOS R6 and R6 Mark II are a great choice for professionals thanks to their robust build and excellent autofocus. Beginners or travelers may find the Sony A7 IV or Nikon Z6 II a better fit.
With used copies, always check the shutter count and sensor condition. The ideal model may not be available right now, but the copies I have in stock are genuinely available and in excellent condition.
Checking condition before buying
When buying used, it's key to make sure everything works:
- for bodies, shutter wear and battery condition
- for lenses, focusing and clean glass
All the copies I offer have been thoroughly checked – for example, the Sony 85 mm f/1.4 GM or the Canon EOS R7 are ready to use right away. And don't forget: an investment in quality glass pays you back in better photos that hold up even years later.
Tell me what you shoot with now – I'll tell you what to upgrade first.
