Now that the 7D2 has surfaced, I am mulling over a purchase of a used 1D Mark IV. The body looks to be an 8+, no scratches on the LCD, and just got serviced by CPS with a shutter count of 24,600.It has one battery and the newer LC-E4N charger. What would be a good fair price for a local cash transaction?
Pricing advice on a used 1D Mark IV
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It will depend on where you live but you should always check eBay completed listings to get a general idea. Looks like they are currently going for between $1700-2800 depending on condition. The one you're looking at is probably in the $2300-2500 range.
If you don't need the camera right this instant, you might consider holding off until the 7DII starts shipping. It might drive the price of the 1DIV's down a bit since the 7DII is roughly comparable but a little cheaper than current used prices of the 1D.
If you don't need the camera right this instant, you might consider holding off until the 7DII starts shipping. It might drive the price of the 1DIV's down a bit since the 7DII is roughly comparable but a little cheaper than current used prices of the 1D.
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I figured KEH B&H and Adorama would buy it used from the guy for less than $1500 so I offered and got it for $1500. I get to use if for 2 months before the 7D2 ships. I started saving up to get a used 1D4 a year ago and finally got to $3500 for a body so it looks like I can get the 7D2 later too. 
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In the Netherlands they sell as occasion between 2200 and 2900 euro depending on state. I wonder how the7D MKII compares in terms of higher ISO noise, AF tracking aet cetera. That shall influence the price.
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Typically in the USA, one would sell for $2700 - $3500, it depends on the number of actuations and condition.
I'd not hesitate to pay $2700 rather than $1800 for a 7D MK II. Don't fall for the early hype. I had to sell my 1D MK IV because of problems with my hands, but it outperformed my D800 in a side by side use at a theater event, two different shows, actually. I tried my 7D at one, it was hopeless, gaining 1 stop in raw would not help.
Canon rates the high ISO on it using jpeg, looking at raw files, its the same as the 70D. Tale a look on Imaging Resource at high ISO's on different camera models. I look at the yarn hanging on the wall, and compare detail, contrast, and color saturation. The 1D MK IV has lots of detail and contrast at ISO 12800, not so the 7D MK II. I'd give the 1D MK IV a 1 stop advantage. A 6D has about 1-1/2 stop advantage.
http://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM
I'd not hesitate to pay $2700 rather than $1800 for a 7D MK II. Don't fall for the early hype. I had to sell my 1D MK IV because of problems with my hands, but it outperformed my D800 in a side by side use at a theater event, two different shows, actually. I tried my 7D at one, it was hopeless, gaining 1 stop in raw would not help.
Canon rates the high ISO on it using jpeg, looking at raw files, its the same as the 70D. Tale a look on Imaging Resource at high ISO's on different camera models. I look at the yarn hanging on the wall, and compare detail, contrast, and color saturation. The 1D MK IV has lots of detail and contrast at ISO 12800, not so the 7D MK II. I'd give the 1D MK IV a 1 stop advantage. A 6D has about 1-1/2 stop advantage.
http://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM
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Mt Spokane Photography said:
I agree.
But isn't the whole package a reason to buy or not to buy? Comparing the multiple features between the two cameras AND weighing them in comparison to the price difference...I guess everyone has there own reason(s)...
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