As photographers, videographers, and content creators, upgrading your gear is essential for bringing your ideas to life and maximizing your creative potential. Whether you're a professional, semi-professional, or hobbyist, keeping your equipment aligned with your current needs is crucial, but it can also be costly.
One of the smartest steps you can take is to sell or trade in your existing camera gear that no longer serves your projects. This not only helps you free up funds for new equipment but also supports sustainable practices in our industry.
Why MPB?
To put your plan into action, finding a reliable platform is key. MPB is the largest global platform committed to buying, selling, and trading used photo and video gear.
MPB recirculates over 570,000 cameras, lenses, and accessories each year and have built a community of nearly a million satisfied customers worldwide. Knowledgeable customer experience teams are available to assist you, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.
The process for selling or trding used equipment to MPB in the UK, EU and US is secure and simple, leaving you with less effort and earning extra money for the gear you've been dreaming of.
How to sell
1. Unlock gear’s value
After deciding on gear to sell, like a camera, lens, or accessory, for example a tripod, adapter, or battery, it’s time to visit the MPB website for the UK, EU or US.
To receive a free instant quote, start by navigating to the "Start Selling/Trading" page. Next, select the gear you wish to sell and choose the condition of your item. MPB provides five categories of cosmetic conditions, ranging from "Excellent" to "Heavily used." If you're unsure about the condition of your gear, MPB offers a user-friendly condition guide for cameras and lenses.
With just a click, MPB will deliver a competitive price using their advanced dynamic pricing platform, so you can instantly see how much they will offer for your used equipment.
2. Get it to MPB
To ensure a smooth shipping process, MPB offers free shipping for customers in the UK, EU and US. Additionally, there is a complimentary courier collection option for UK customers. Both services fully insure your gear during transit, so you can ship without worry.
3. Confirm or decline quote
Once MPB receives your used gear, a product specialist will take a close look at its condition to ensure you receive an accurate item value. If needed, MPB will adjust your quote, as prices may vary based on the item's condition. If you agree with the quote, MPB will proceed to pay you for your gear.
The most convenient aspect is that if you're unsatisfied with the final price, your gear will be returned to you, fully insured, at no extra cost.
4. Get paid or upgrade
Lastly, just enter your payment details online, and MPB will transfer the funds to you within a week. Alternatively, think about trading in the used gear for newer equipment.
It is always worth checking the MPB website to see if the item you want is available. Like your pre-loved kit, their products have undergone rigorous performance and condition checks by product specialists. Plus, the gear comes with a six-month warranty, ensuring that purchasing used equipment does not mean compromising on reliability or quality. For more kit inspiration, visit their Facebook and Instagram pages.
