Where is a good place to buy camera lens?

looking for big zoom (200+) with 2.8 f-stop

Listen, first let me say that lenses normally outlast cameras unless they're dropped on a hard surface or submerged in water or grossly abused/misused (identifiable by the dents, dings and scratches). Also, it's better to get a used brand name lens than a new generic lens, which saves money on cheaper barrel build and cheaper glass formula. So, in buying a brand name you get quality build and quality glass formula... hence, a better chance of getting superior quality image detail while saving money!

So, with that said, I will recommend one and only one place: www.keh.com but go there as often as you can if you don't see what you want... they're always getting in new merchandise and their lenses and cameras don't stay on their shelves very long; be ready to buy the minute you see what you want.

Www.keh.com has the best prices around for used photography gear, the most conservative ratings, and very helpful and courteous employees. Check them out as soon as you can, and good luck to you!

the camera shop

I concur with the answer about keh.com. While I haven't bought a lens from them, they have been recommended to me by pros I know. I recently bought an 80-200 Nikon f2.8 on ebay but was taking a risk. I was able to get the lens for about $100 less than a keh price but was taking a chance.

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