The recent tragedy in Japan has created a tough market for DSLRs right now. Prices of current models are steadily rising while gear that used to be easy to find on shelves is becoming rare. Rather than letting the lack of new gear get you down, now is a great time to crack open some film cannisters. There are plenty of used 35mm SLR and medium format models on the market at prices that make up for the fact that you’ll have to pay for stuff like film and processing.
We looked at several sources for used equipment including KEH.com, Ebay and Craigslist. KEH.com, if you haven’t heard of them, deals almost exclusively in used equipment but has some new gear as well. Ebay, of course, is Ebay and the usual caveats apply—check the seller’s ratings, return policies, warranties and so on. Craigslist also has some standard caveats that you’re all probably familiar with but, let’s just say that despite how smoothly transactions can go, it’s always a good idea to be cautious.
Head over to PopPhoto.com to see the 12 Film Cameras Worth Buying Right Now Gallery
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Bronica SQ/SQ-A
Canon EOS 1N
Canon AE-1
Fujifilm GA645
Hasselblad 500c/500cm
Leica R-Series
Mamiya 645 Pro
Nikon FM10
Nikon N80
Pentax 67
Pentax K1000
Ricoh GR-1
[Editor's Note: Keep in mind that this list isn't exhaustive. There are plenty of other great camera bodies out there hungry for film. This is simply a sampling of some bodies that may work best for someone just getting into film. Some will work with your current lenses. Some will hold their value like the works of art that they are. If your favorite isn't on the list, feel free to add it in the comments or send it to us over Twitter or Facebook. Frankly, we see any camera that gets you out and shooting as worth buying right now.]
Source: PhotoPop.com
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