McBroom's Camera Bluebook, Sixth Edition by Michael McBroom Sales Rank: 516763 $26.95 Available from Amazon on 10-24-2008

Features: Paperback: 336 pages Publisher: Amherst Media, Inc.; 6 edition January 1, 2000 Language: English ISBN-10: 1584280131 ISBN-13: 978-1584280132 Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.6 inches Shipping Weight: 2 pounds Product Description: From Library Journal Since its debut, McBroom's has become the bible of the used camera industry, and there's nary a dealer who doesn't own one. The book also found a following among camera buffs but was of little interest to the general public and therefore a marginal purchase for most libraries. The advent of online auction services like eBay, however, has completely changed that. If you're looking to sell grandpa's old Graflex or your dad's dusty Nikon, McBroom will tell you what to expect for it. This latest incarnation has been revised to update prices and now includes the latest tech developments, such as APS and digital cameras. This edition retains the standard format of an introduction to each camera brand, detailing the models and the years they were built followed by charts listing each body and lens and their estimated value based on physical condition. There is also information on accessories such as flashes and light meters. The book is capped off with a roster of manufacturers' URLs. Nobody thinking of buying or selling used camera gear either online or through a dealer should make a move without consulting McBroom's. Recommended for all public libraries. -Michael Rogers, "Library Journal" Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. From Booklist Formerly McBroom's Price Guide to Modern Cameras, this work has been retitled to better reflect its primary purpose: to provide prices and descriptions of popular used photo equipment. Special or limited-edition models have been omitted, as this is not a price guide to collectibles. McBroom is a photographer, writer, and camera collector. Following the introduction, buying pointers are offered for new and used photo equipment. Individual coverage is given to 35mm cameras (Canon, Leica, Minolta, Olympus), independent manufacturers of lenses, medium-format cameras, large-format cameras, and large-format lenses. Exposure meters, strobes, and accessories are also described. Entries may include a picture and provide a history of the camera and pricing information. Prices of new equipment are also noted, as this allows the buyer to make an informed decision when purchasing used items. Prices for used equipment are based on information collected from businesses, photography magazines, and camera swap meets. Value is based on cosmetic condition, as it is assumed that an item's mechanical, electrical, and optical features are in good working order. Condition is noted using an evaluative system from Shutterbug magazine: new; mint (new condition, but previously sold); mint minus (lower end of the mint range); excellent (light signs of use); and user (noticeable signs of use). A glossary and index complete the work. While there are such guides to collectible cameras as Price Guide to Antique and Classic Cameras (6th ed., Centennial Photo Service, 1987) and numerous articles in various photography magazines describing new and used equipment, McBroom has created a convenient reference for all popular camera brands. Libraries serving camera buffs will want to consider purchase. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Included in the Box: I really can't see the purpose of this book for either buyers or sellers. McBroom gives very little information about the cameras themselves, certainly not enough for anyone to make a decision about whether to buy a particular camera -- in many cases he gives only a price. Moreover, he restricts himself to only relatively common and recent cameras for which more accurate pricing information is readily available from eBay. McBroom's Camera Bluebook, Sixth Edition $26.95 Available from Amazon on 10-24-2008

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