New vs. used XH-A1 at DVinfo.net

Steven Parker · January 23rd, 2009, 07:27 AM

Would anybody have a problem buying a year old XH-A1 that's not been used much (30 hours)? I am totally new to this field. Is there anything to watch out for or any way to protect myself from buying a faulty camera? What price point would make sense to buy used over new? Are these cameras known for their durabilty and low maintenance or not? Thanks so much for your responses.

Bill Grant · January 23rd, 2009, 07:39 AM

Steve,
I have purchased 6 real cameras in my life. All have been used. Including my 2 A1s. I have, in general, had great service out of all 6. I would suggest buying from someone either on a forum such as this or if you buy on e-bay, buy from a person not a store, and someone that has a decent amount of positive response... good luck.
Bill

Scott Hayes · January 23rd, 2009, 08:10 AM

buying used is the only way to go, all my gear has been used, nary a problem with
anything. 30hrs is nothing.

January 23rd, 2009, 07:27 AM	#1
Steven Parker New Boot Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Bethesda, Maryland Posts: 8	New vs. used XH-A1 Would anybody have a problem buying a year old XH-A1 that's not been used much (30 hours)? I am totally new to this field. Is there anything to watch out for or any way to protect myself from buying a faulty camera? What price point would make sense to buy used over new? Are these cameras known for their durabilty and low maintenance or not? Thanks so much for your responses.

January 23rd, 2009, 07:39 AM	#2
Bill Grant Major Player Join Date: May 2005 Location: Columbia,SC Posts: 806	Steve, I have purchased 6 real cameras in my life. All have been used. Including my 2 A1s. I have, in general, had great service out of all 6. I would suggest buying from someone either on a forum such as this or if you buy on e-bay, buy from a person not a store, and someone that has a decent amount of positive response... good luck. Bill __________________ Cinema Couture www.cinemacouture.com

January 23rd, 2009, 08:10 AM	#3
Scott Hayes Major Player Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 692	buying used is the only way to go, all my gear has been used, nary a problem with anything. 30hrs is nothing.