Use Camera Gear Your Way, Sell It Back Later
With our Buy-Back Guarantee, you can buy professional equipment, use it for a project or trip, and return it later for a guaranteed portion of the original purchase price. It’s like renting your gear with the freedom to recover most of your investment.
How the Buy-Back Guarantee Works
Our Buy-Back Guarantee is designed to give you complete flexibility. Purchase equipment, use it for as long as you need, and return it for a pre-determined refund based on how long you kept it.
Purchase Equipment
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With Colin's Cameras Buy-Back Guarantee
You can buy professional equipment, use it for a project or trip, and return it later for a guaranteed portion of the original purchase price. It's like renting your gear with the freedom to recover most of your investment.
| Return Period | Buy-Back Value |
|---|---|
| Within 30 days | 90% of purchase price |
| Within 3 months | 75% of purchase price |
| Within 6 months | 60% of purchase price |
| Within 12 months | 50% of purchase price |
Buy-Back Examples
| Example | Item & Price | Return Period | Buy-Back % | Postage Fee | Total Refund |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-End Camera | Canon EOS R6 – £1,500 | 3 months | 75% = £1,125 | £25 | £1,100 |
| Mid-Range Lens | Sony 24-70mm – £900 | 6 months | 60% = £540 | £25 | £515 |
| Low-Value Gear | Tripod – £180 | 30 days | 90% = £162 | £10 | £152 |
Use gear for your project, trip, or testing period, then return it and recover most of your investment. It's like a flexible rental with guaranteed value.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must have been originally purchased from Colin's Cameras
- Proof of purchase required
- Equipment must be in same condition as originally sold, including all accessories
- Items with new faults, damage, or missing accessories may be reduced or declined
- UK Buyers Only
Terms & Postage
- All returns are inspected before final offer is issued
- Postage is covered with a pre-paid shipping label
- Flat postage fee deducted from refund:Equipment ≤ £200 → £10Equipment > £200 → £25
- Items sold as spares/repair, consumables (batteries, film), or with new faults are excluded