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New – New as packaged by the manufacturer. Never sold to a consumer.
LN Like New – As packaged by the manufacturer. Sold to a customer. Looks like it was not used.
LN- Like New Minus – Looks New. Careful and close examination may reveal 1 or 2 small flaws in the finish. Glass may have 1 or 2 minor debris or dust specs between the elements. Packaging and manuals not included.
EX+ Excellent Plus – 90 to 96 percent of original condition. Very clean, however close examination will reveal some minor marks on the finish. Glass is very clean and free from debris between the elements.
EX Excellent – 80 to 89 percent of original condition. The most common grade. Moderate wear for the age and while being used with care. Of course, a few of dings or blemishes on the bodies. Glass may have slight blemishes and minor debris between the elements that will not affect picture quality.
EX- Excellent Minus 70 to 79 percent of original condition. More than average wear for the age of the item, and more dents, dings or finish loss from less than careful use. Glass may have marks or blemishes, and minor debris between the elements but should not affect picture quality.
VAL – Value – These items can be on the rough side. Camera bodies will show more than average dings or impressions in metal, some finish loss and brassing, though will operate within manufacturers specs. Glass will have marks in the coating or glass and more than average minor debris between the elements which should not affect picture quality. Value priced with Warranty.
AI – As Is – Usable for parts. Equipment may operate properly, erratically or not at all. Parts could be missing. We will list everything obvious. When this item is tested and graded, we will list how it performed. No warranty or return privileges.
