Smelling a camera that you’re about to buy is probably not the first thing that comes to mind. However, when you’re buying a film camera, you’re most likely buying it used. In this video, Jon Legge of Skills Circle explains why it’s important to smell it – along with 13 more great tips that will help you buy a used film camera in the best possible condition.
The best way to test a film camera is to put a roll of film inside, shoot, develop, and scan it to see the results. Obviously, that’s impossible in most cases, so here are the best alternatives that will help you determine the condition of the film camera you’re thinking of buying.
