Buying Manual Focus SLR Lenses

Buying Manual Focus SLR Lenses
This guide summarizes (in detail) how to avoid problems while buying used SLR lenses.
1) Research

Read the lens reviews to ensure your lens will be good enough for your needs. Spending 10-30 minutes of online research can prevent you from getting a coke-bottle lens, but don't fall into the trap of buying the best unless you really need it! Pretty much every lens from big-name camera makers are good enough for the average user.
2) Check Prices

Check the typicalclosing price of the lens you are looking for. Unless you are in a big hurry to get the lens or it is very rare, don't automatically buy up the first one that gees along (unless the price is right).
3) Ask Questions!

Carefully read the item's description and look for the description of the condition of the lens. The lens should:


Have no dents or cracksin the body