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Top 10 reasons to buy used kit from MPB

Published October 7, 2021 by MPB

MPB is the online platform to buy, sell and trade in used photo and video kit. Trusted by more than 250,000 visual storytellers around the world, we are committed to making kit more accessible and affordable. Here’s what you can expect when you access camera equipment from MPB.

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1. Fair pricing

The MPB pricing team works tirelessly to ensure the price of every camera and lens is exactly what it’s currently worth. This means MPB prices are fair when you buy, fair when you sell and fair when you trade in.

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2. Access to a vast range

Buying used means you’re able to access almost any digital camera and lens from every major camera brand, from Canon DSLRs and Nikon DSLRs to the latest Fujifilm, Sony and Panasonic mirrorless cameras. You’ll find DSLR lenses and mirrorless lenses to cover any focal length and any available aperture, as well as all the photo and video accessories you’ll ever need to support your visual storytelling. Explore the entire MPB range.

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3. Plastic-free packaging

All used kit from MPB arrives beautifully boxed up in plastic-free packaging, which is made of 100% recyclable and recyclable materials—and zero plastic. Naturally guaranteed to deliver all your kit safely to your front door.

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4. 'Wow-factor' gifts

Used makes your budget go much further. Used kit from MPB always arrives in boxes ready to gift to your loved ones. Simply add a card and you’re ready to go. Any photographer or videographer will love a used camera or lens from MPB. Explore MPB gift guides.

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5. More sustainable

Our sustainability strategy is guided by our purpose: To open up the world of visual storytelling in a way that’s good for people and the planet. Every year, we recirculate more than 300,000 cameras and lenses, extending the life and creative potential of kit.

Our sustainability commitments focus on our circularity, inclusion and diversity, and maintaining trust with our users and employees. These commitments apply to everything we do—from our platform, workplace and supply chain to storytelling partnerships and local community initiatives.

Our business model—buying, selling and trading used kit—is 100% circular. And, through our choice of packaging, furniture and equipment, we are applying circular principles in our operations. As of 2022, more than 50% of the electricity we use is renewable—and we aim to reach 100% by 2025. Our goal is to reach net zero carbon for our buildings by 2025, for our data centres by 2030 and for our courier services by 2035.

Learn more about MPB Impact.

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6. Just as reliable

In terms of usability and performance, the only difference between brand-new and MPB used kit is the lower price tag. MPB product specialists test each camera and lens for more than forty different criteria—so that everything is in tip-top shape, ready to shoot.

7. No surprises

For every camera and lens on the MPB platform, you can consult photos shot from every angle. So, you know exactly what you’re getting. We give each camera and lens a rating, from ‘Like new’ to ‘Well used’, so you can make the right choice based on what's important to you and your budget.

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8. Peace of mind

In the unlikely event of things not going to plan, you’re covered by MPB’s free warranty, which is included as standard with every purchase. Plus, thousands of people have rated MPB five stars on Trustpilot.

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9. Always fully supported

From Brighton, Brooklyn and Berlin, MPB customer experience teams are available by phone, email or DM to help. Need a hand? Get in touch or explore our FAQs.

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10. It's easy to trade in and upgrade

Trade in the kit you no longer use to get the kit you need. MPB offers free doorstep pickup and free delivery when you trade in. Find out what you could get for your kit. Get a free instant quote.

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