To sell or Not to sell...that is the question

01/02/2006 11:37:38 PM · #1

I've been saving for a 20d and I'm getting impatient :(

My original goal was to try for the upgrade to a dlsr, but not sell my 717 and keep it for backup.

I could probably get close to $500 for my 717 and acessories. And I am rethinking about holding on to it. Has anyone else had this dilemma, and if so what did you do? Any regrets either way?

I have the camera, in excellent condition; HVL-1000 flash w/bracket, a 2x teleconverter, wide angle, polarizer, star, nd4, and uv filters, about 1 gig in memory sticks with the silver Sony stick case, 1 battery, original charger, strap and cords, as well as the original box.

Keep or sell?

Cam

Sony DSC-F717

01/02/2006 11:47:59 PM · #2

I could not imagine letting go of mine.

So, I would keep it.

photogrl

01/02/2006 11:53:10 PM · #3

i have a nikon n90s and a minolta maxxum 7 i now used digital and i cant get rid of either of them and i have had very very generous offers. so i know exactly how you feel. i would keep it especially a 717 its a great camera! good luck

fotomann_forever

01/02/2006 11:54:38 PM · #4

Hard choice... hell, I still have my Nikon CoolPix 950 and it has ducktape holding the battery door shut. Can't bring myself to throw it out though. Still use an antiquated Minolta 600si for all my 35mm needs.

My first impulse would say keep it. At least until you actually have the new camera in hand and then you can sell it and buy ya some sweet glass :-)

Message edited by author 2006-01-02 23:56:24.

Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro

01/03/2006 12:00:22 AM · #5

Well, I think I'm going to bed and will think about it. I'm pretty sure I'll just hang tight and keep it...taking longer to make the dslr purchase. It's tempting, though.

I have had the 717 since June of 2003 and it's a great camera. It's funny how you do get attached :p

Well, if anyone knows anyone needing Realtor services nationwide, let me know. I work for Coldwell Banker and would be happy to set up a referral! :) I guess I just need to work harder and get those commissions rolling in.

TechnoShroom

Canon EOS-30D

01/03/2006 02:34:51 AM · #6

From what I understand the 717 has superior IR performance so if you're into that type of photography you should keep it.

Chiqui

Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II

Olympus 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro

01/03/2006 06:42:53 AM · #7

I have upgraded several times and I can tell you from experience that once you get a new camera you don't use the old one. When I got my Digital Rebel my old Minolta DiMage 7i sat on a shelf for months not being used. I finally decided it was time to sell it. When I got my 20D my Rebel sat in a backpack for a while as well. Once again I realized I would never used it again and sold it. Why have a camera lying around when it could be useful to someone else? Unless you know you will absolutely NEED that camera, I say sell it. You can use the money towards your new toy :D Besides, once you use the 20D you'll never want to shoot with the Sony again.

June

coolhar

Canon PowerShot Pro 90 IS

01/03/2006 09:14:50 AM · #8

I've had to sell a camera to upgrade twice and other times I have held on to my old ones. But the attachment has proven to be 99% sentimental. They are mostly just collecting dust. If it's the straw the breaks the camel's back so that you can get the 20D, I'd say cut loose the Sony. The 20D is an amazing camera.

Just my 2 cents.

Message edited by author 2006-01-03 09:16:56.

fstopopen

Canon EOS-350D Rebel XT

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

01/03/2006 09:28:10 AM · #9

I'm voting sell.

1. You will be able to buy more accessories for your new DSLR.
2. The resale value of that camera will only go down
3. This isn't a point and shoot. The 717 is really quite big. I can imagine if you had a small unit that you might want to keep that in case you don't want to lug your whole rig around, but the 717 being so large, it doesn't serve that purpose.
4. Time to move on.

drake

idnic

Canon EOS-60D

Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM

01/03/2006 09:34:20 AM · #10

I'm in the same boat with you, Judy. I have my 20D now and love it, but my 717 was so good to me.... I hate to part with it. True, I haven't taken a single shot with it since I got the 20D, but I think I'll keep it a while anyway. Its a good back-up camera for events (at least that's the justification I'm using). :)

digitalpins

Canon EOS-60D

01/03/2006 09:34:44 AM · #11

Yep I had the same problem when I sold my Nikon 4300, loved that little camera, still cant believe I got rid of it, but I wish I did not get rid of it sometimes. Its not an easy decision to make, your gonna luv you new camera but sometimes may wish you had your other. Then again you never use your old camera, you never really know..

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Prof_Fate

01/03/2006 09:36:25 AM · #12

Sell it.
Once you experience a dSLR, you won't use the Sony anymore. If it was a pocket cam, maybe.

I sold my S602 as part of the fundraising for my Rebel. I don't miss it for a second.

Actually, i got teh rebel about 2 weeks before selling the Fuji - had to do comparisons ya know, and well, the Rebel blew it away in so many areas I had no probalems selling it as i knew i'd never use it again.

Apple iPhone

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX Aspherical DF for Nikon

01/03/2006 09:36:28 AM · #13

I'd keep it, Judy...

there are times when a smaller camera is nice to have, for sticking in your pocket for a quick photo.
Besides... i NEVER let anyoen use my dslrs... so you can hand it to whomever when they want to take a picture.. Plus that sweety hubby of yours might start using it

Message edited by author 2006-01-03 09:37:27.

blindjustice

Canon EOS-7D

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4.0L USM

01/03/2006 09:39:09 AM · #14

Originally posted by Prof_Fate:

I guess I would have to agree here, unless there is some advantage, size or perhaps you could bring it some places without risk of leaving it in a car or checking a bag, and you wouldn't care if it was broken or stolen; otherwise, sell it.

Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 24-85mm f2.8-4.0D

01/03/2006 09:40:05 AM · #15

My purpose for hanging on to the 717 is strictly for a backup. I have had a camera fail on me during vacation and it is so frustrating. If I am doing a wedding or portrait shoot or on vacation, I think I would rest easier knowing I had a back up I was entirely comfortable with. At least until I can afford a back up body for the dslr.

The 717 is relatively small, in my opinion. It tucks nicely into my center console of my car, or even in my purse.

I have decided to hang on to it at least for the time being. I have a big trip coming up in June and if the only way to get the dslr before the start of May is to sell, I probably will. Otherwise, I believe patience will be a virtue. :)

Thanks for the thoughts.

Nikolai1024

Nikon D300

01/03/2006 09:45:49 AM · #16

You can keep it for backup if being without camera for a little while is a big deal to you. However if the the camera you have is not portable it will not be much use to you. I keept my Canon S40 because I can take it with me all the time. It fits in most pockets.

Nick

dassilem

Nikon D90

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

01/03/2006 10:20:14 AM · #17

Thats the same issue I have. I have a Nikon N55 that I haven't parted with after buying my D50. Wasn't sure whether I wanted to go totally digital. Haven't even touched or looked at the N55 since I put the D50 in my hand.

My question is (sorry if this is a dumb one) what do you use for printing? Do you have high end home printers or use photo centers?

I refering to your basic 4x6 family photo album type stuff.

henry_buckle

Canon EOS-20D

Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM

01/03/2006 10:25:29 AM · #18

I vote for sell.
If you really need a backup, it would probably be better to buy a Drebel as well as the 20D then at least you can share accessories, it save you carring around 2 flashes, sony and CF cards etc.

theSaj

Canon EOS-20D

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM

01/03/2006 10:53:45 AM · #19

Originally posted by jpochard:

I could probably get close to $500 for my 717 and acessories. And I am rethinking about holding on to it. Has anyone else had this dilemma, and if so what did you do? Any regrets either way?

SELL IT!!!!

In about a year or two you wont get more than $100-$200 bucks for it. I sold my Olymus E-20N with a full range of accessories and that only garnered me about $600. The depreciation on digital cameras and accessories is exponential.

If you can get the $500. Do it...and buy the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di. You will be 10x happier doing that then you will be if you kept it. If you keep it, this is what will happen. You won't be able to get what you feel you'd want for it if you sold it so you will find yourself giving it away to a niece or nephew in a year or two telling them it's a real nice camera.

Canon EF 70-200mm f/4.0L USM

01/03/2006 11:02:08 AM · #20

Originally posted by Di:

When I got the 717, I gave him my Mavica 92 and he really likes that camera. He is a sweetie, but has no interest in my 717 and neither does my daughter. They are both strictly point and shooters.

Man_Called_Horse

Canon EOS-300D Rebel

01/03/2006 11:03:52 AM · #21

To me having a backup is important, and convienient.

A backup is insurance for the unknown future.

A backup is convienient in those cases where you want two differant lens available at the same time.

IMO.

karmat

Apple iPhone 7

01/03/2006 11:06:43 AM · #22

I sold my 707 to get the rebel. However, there was a gap between the selling and receiving, so I was camera-less.

If you need the money from the sell to make the buy, I would advise waiting until the last minute (actually, that is my philosophy for everything I do :/ ). Otherwise, there may be a short time where you don't have a camera at all. ;(

Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM

01/03/2006 11:09:58 AM · #23

Maybe I'll put it all on Ebay at a very high price and see what happens. There really aren't that many of them available and Ebay can do some crazy prices when people don't do their homework or really want something.

If I don't get my price, then I keep it.

melking

Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III

01/03/2006 11:19:20 AM · #24

I had the same Camera before I got my 20D and I wanted to get my Canon 20D faster so I sold my Sony 717 on Ebay with all my accessories for $730.00 CAN which I though was good.

and I have not missed my Sony at all...the Canon 20D is great!

Melissa

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