Pasco Camera Inc — Attraction in New Port Richey

Honest Review – A Learning Experience at Pasco Camera Exchange

I recently took my lightly used Sony A7 III to Pasco Camera Exchange to put it on consignment, and unfortunately, I left feeling regretful about the deal I made. I want to share my experience to help others make a more informed decision.

First off, the owners are very sweet and kind people, and they made me feel comfortable throughout the process. The gentleman, in particular, was firm but reassuring in his pricing, which led me to believe I was making a fair deal. However, in hindsight, I should have done more research before agreeing.

Their consignment policy is a 50/50 split, meaning they take half of whatever they sell your camera for. What I didn’t realize at the time was that the selling price they set for my camera was considerably lower than what I could have gotten on the open market. Essentially, by the time the camera sold, I walked away with far less than what I had originally invested—or what I could have made had I sold it myself. Net take home was $425 albeit the camera did not have charging cables, and a spec of dust was identified on lens which required professional cleaning.

This was my mistake, as I was new to cameras and equipment sales, but I now understand that selling independently (via platforms like eBay, Facebook Marketplace, or even photography forums) would have netted me significantly more money.

I don’t want to discourage people from doing business with Pasco Camera Exchange because, again, they are kind and knowledgeable people, and their store serves a purpose for those who value convenience over maximizing profits. However, if you’re considering selling your camera, please research used market prices first and understand how much of a cut you’ll actually take home after the split.

Lesson learned! I hope this helps others avoid the same regret I experienced.

⭐ Rating: 3/5 (Fair business practice, but sellers should be cautious about pricing and...

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