Canon trade in program vs KEH

Would any of you know how does the Canon trade in program compare to what I might get from KEH for a Canon 7D?  I would like to move to a 5D Mark III.  I'm looking at options, I don't want to sell on Craigslist because I keep reading about people getting hurt after meeting with bad people.  Ebay and PayPal take to much money, leaving services like KEH or I heard that Canon has a trade in program.  Which can I get highest value for my used 7D?

I think there's a form on KEH's website where you can get an estimate online, or you could call. It seems like they give you an estimated amount then once they receive the camera if the amount varies from the estimate and you wouldn't accept it then it's returned to you. But you might need to check their website to see what policies are current.

You won't be happy with the trade value from KEH, B&H or Adorama. Better to sell to a private party.....

KEH will probably offer up to 1/2 of what they are selling them for. Just guessing and from a little experience dealing with them years ago.

I know the people at KEH pretty well, you might not get as much as you would from selling to a private party.  However you'll have peace of mind that the payment you are getting isn't funny money, your safety won't be at risk if you met with them and if you want further assistance, they have a great crew of dedicated people to help you out. 

Alex wrote: I know the people at KEH pretty well, you might not get as much as you would from selling to a private party.  However you'll have peace of mind that the payment you are getting isn't funny money, your safety won't be at risk if you met with them and if you want further assistance, they have a great crew of dedicated people to help you out. 

I agree Alex. They are a very reputable company. I do miss the old days when they had a store down on 14th street in Atlanta. You could see all kinds of camera equipment there. The best part was you could handle what you were looking for. I've used them in the past and recommend them.

Shadowfixer1 wrote:

Alex wrote: I know the people at KEH pretty well, you might not get as much as you would from selling to a private party.  However you'll have peace of mind that the payment you are getting isn't funny money, your safety won't be at risk if you met with them and if you want further assistance, they have a great crew of dedicated people to help you out. 

I agree Alex. They are a very reputable company. I do miss the old days when they had a store down on 14th street in Atlanta. You could see all kinds of camera equipment there. The best part was you could handle what you were looking for. I've used them in the past and recommend them.

Funny how things change, I rarely buy anything in stores these days.  It's all Amazon or other online retailers.  Can you imagine how things will be in 10 years from now?

Flash Steven wrote:

Shadowfixer1 wrote:

Alex wrote: I know the people at KEH pretty well, you might not get as much as you would from selling to a private party.  However you'll have peace of mind that the payment you are getting isn't funny money, your safety won't be at risk if you met with them and if you want further assistance, they have a great crew of dedicated people to help you out. 

I agree Alex. They are a very reputable company. I do miss the old days when they had a store down on 14th street in Atlanta. You could see all kinds of camera equipment there. The best part was you could handle what you were looking for. I've used them in the past and recommend them.

Funny how things change, I rarely buy anything in stores these days.  It's all Amazon or other online retailers.  Can you imagine how things will be in 10 years from now?

And it's tough to imagine how commerce will be.  Heck will the internet even be as it is today, or will it be regulated and sliced and diced in segments.   Where to access the entire world, you need to pay for it.  I'm sure some greedy politician or business will come up with internet 'countries'.  

Check into camera clubs in your area. You may find a ready market.  

Baydream wrote: Check into camera clubs in your area. You may find a ready market.  

That's a good idea, speaking of such.  Is there a directory that shows what camera clubs are near where we live?  I saw a couple on Meetup, but I'm sure there must be something with more depth than this.