Craigslist "Gem", and a question....

scollins · 05-13-2009, 11:36 PM

So I came across this ad on Craigslist, which I scan a few times a day for Nikon stuff (SB-800 or 80-200 F/2.8 AF-S anyone?) It is for a Nikon D50 that the seller says they can't seem to make it work.

http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/pho/1169907741.html

Quote:

I bought a Nikon D50 6.1 Megapixel Digital Camera on eBay for my Real Estate Career, but never can make it work. I have no clue what is wrong with it, and I would like to sell it now as is for $150. Even if you spend some money to fix it, I think this is still a good deal.

The deal includes:
- EN-EL3e Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery
- UC-E4 USB Cable
- MH-18a Quick Charger
- Car Charger Cable
- Body Cap
- Sakar Digital shoulder bag
- Instructions and Guides
- PictureProject 1.5 CD
- Carry Strap

* Location: Kirkland - Bothell

It also includes these 3 photos.

The question is......

Do you know why his pictures never come out right?

Anyone care to guess? I think I have the answer, and it is a really good one!

solefald · 05-14-2009, 12:07 AM

lens fail. lol

rodi · 05-14-2009, 12:10 AM

ha.

buy it. convert it to IR.

and put a lens on it. ;]

TWiTCHY · 05-14-2009, 12:28 AM

Ha I saw this too.

Think all he's been doing is taking the body cap off and taking pics?

Should we tell him?

scollins · 05-14-2009, 02:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TWiTCHY

Ha I saw this too.

Think all he's been doing is taking the body cap off and taking pics?

Should we tell him?

Yes, that is what I thought he/she might be doing. Tempting to email the seller and see if he/she has a lens available for it too. The question alone may prompt a palm slap to the forehead.....

ETA: I sent an email to the seller, asking about any lenses available for sale too. I'll update if hilarity ensues.....

Rearro · 05-14-2009, 02:24 AM

what is IR?

1013mm · 05-14-2009, 08:24 AM

infrared which requires permanent changes to the camera body.

Tondtar · 05-14-2009, 08:30 AM

Stolen goods ...Don't be so gullible.

BOOSTFTW · 05-28-2009, 01:37 AM

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TWiTCHY Colonel 376 Rep 2,526 Posts Drives: '13 AW E92 M3 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: WA iTrader: (6)	Ha I saw this too. Think all he's been doing is taking the body cap off and taking pics? Should we tell him?
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