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Damaged telephoto lens

  • SANCHO
    Member

    I’ve a Sigma 70-300 APO DG MACRO which unfortunately got damaged, the autofocus still works although it’s a bit slower, alas there’s no manual focus without making some nasty noises. It’s still nice and sharp and locks on just fine on autofocus. So i think i could sell it. Brand new they range from 199 to 294(yes that big a difference between Conns and Jessops for the SAME lens) so i’m wondering what i could get for my damaged yet useable one.

    SANCHO
    Member

    Anyone? any suggestions at all? pwetty pwease :D

    Mark
    Keymaster

    At a guess, probably up to a half whatever they sell on ebay secondhand for ?

    BarkerPhotographic
    Participant

    ?50 or so would be fair, as, if the AF is damaged it will only get worse. Although I suspect a repair may not be viable, It may be worth a call to the Irish Distributors; Hahnel, who are based in Bandon in Co. Cork. Regarding the pricing, it is interseting to note that Jessops are just about to close their Dublin Store for good – their only one in the Republic!

    SANCHO
    Member

    yeah they’re closing at the end of the month, still haven’t put their prices down though. Conns who are just around the corner are much cheaper and professional. I managed to get ?80 for it. not too bad eh

    Mark
    Keymaster

    Sancho,

    Hahnel are very close to where I’m living (didn’t know they were distributors!).
    Let me know if you want me to ask them anything etc…

    Cheers

    SANCHO
    Member

    Will do Mark, thanks for the info. I’m after buying a shiny new Lowepro bag though so I won’t be buying any more equipment anytime soon :)

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