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Is $1000-$1100 then a good price for a used RD1?
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Is $1000-$1100 then a good price for a used RD1?
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My guess is that would be a pretty fair price. I looked today on ebay and found a new RD1x priced at about $1,800 US (after shipping) from a known seller in Japan to the USA.
Of the digital cameras that I own, the RD1s is the only one I have not considered selling. |
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Is $1000-$1100 then a good price for a used RD1?
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The price has dipped a bit lately, I think $1100 is at the top of the range nowadays. If I remember correctly someone on here recently got one for $850 from the classifieds, and I seem to remember seeing other ones priced around $1000 or less recently.
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I paid $1300 for mine in April from an RFF member (superb condition). I bought my first new in 2004 and stupidly sold it in 2008/9. This is the best digital implementation of a flim RF in terms of ergonomics. It is a joy to use and from an IQ view point punches well above its weight. Turn the LCD in and you have all the pleasure of a film camera with the convenience of digital. I'll keep this one until it is beyond economical repair. Most fun I've had in ages.
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06-14-2012
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06-14-2012
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Wow! Pics don't lie
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I was in the Real Camera Co, in Manchester UK last weekend and they had just got an RD1 in. Supposedly obtained from an Epson rep and was in very nice condition with little or no paint loss as I saw. I assume it's still there.
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06-14-2012
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A very good camera which acquired 'niche' status only because Epson did not invest in it. The best ones are found in Japan. |
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06-14-2012
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I'm so happy with mine I'm thinking of getting another in case mine breaks, that way I'll have one to use while the other is getting sorted out in Japan(my current one is in need of a physical, but I'm fine with it's issues so far).
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Originally Posted by raid
I got an EP-2 that broke after one year, so I bought a new one. It cost me $250. The RD1 costs more than $250. This is my only concern. Still, I would not be in this thread unless I had some interest. It sure beats buying an M9 or M8.
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I think you should do it Raid ... seriously!
Get one while the used value is stable ... which it is ... if it doesn't work out you have very little to lose. If you ultimately love it like many of us do you will have gained enormously.
You only have to look at the images in this thead and numerous others to see that this camera punches well above it's weight. I had an M8 and all the hype about it's image file quality never quite rang true for me but the Epson is pretty well the opposite. What I've seen from that old sensor so far has impressed me more than either of my two other digicams ... D700 and OMD! 
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Hello Keith,
I will look for an extra clean example of an RD1.
I have tbe money for it.
So it is a relatively low MP camera with extra good electronics in it.
$1000 is not that bad.
Is there a big difference between the two or three models?
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06-14-2012
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Quote:
Originally Posted by raid
Hello Keith,
I will look for an extra clean example of an RD1.
I have tbe money for it.
So it is a relatively low MP camera with extra good electronics in it.
$1000 is not that bad.
Is there a big difference between the two or three models?
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From memory you have a lot of very nice 50mm lenses Raid. You take a lot of portraits of your family I've noticed so the RD-1 will really suit you IMO with your 50's becoming 75's!
Good luck with the hunt for a nice example ... I think you won't regret the decision. 
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06-14-2012
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Is the original first version OK to get or should I look for a 2009 model?
Yes, I have many 50mm lenses.
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06-14-2012
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Quote:
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Is the original first version OK to get or should I look for a 2009 model?
Yes, I have many 50mm lenses.
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I'd take whatever if the price is right. The RD-1 to RD-1s is just a firmware upgrade apparently and no big deal.
The late version with the fixed screen appeals to me the least but it's still a great camera and has the advantage of never having the issue that some have where the the connection between the folding screen and camera eventually fails through wear.
If ever mine has any issues I wouldn't hesitate to send it to Japan for repairs. I became instantly attached to it the moment I laid eyes on it.
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My understanding is this:
R-D1 and R-D1S are virtually identical except for the 'S' addition. There is some confusion on the interweb that the rangefinder adjusting screws are in different locations, but just as many statements that they are identical.
If you upgrade the R-D1 firmware, it will in operation become an R-D1S. Most R-D1's will have already been 'upgraded', it's an easy process.
R-D1X is the later version with non-flippable but larger screen. It also takes the larger SDHC cards. In my experience 2GB SD cards are fine in use.
R-D1XG is an R-D1X with the Grip.
I use an R-D1, have never felt the need nor urge to get a later version.
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06-14-2012
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You have convinced me, Keith.
I will look for a clean one.
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06-14-2012
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I found a camera for $375 ..... Should I buy it?
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06-14-2012
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Quote:
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I found a camera for $375 ..... Should I buy it?
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an rd1?
for 375... |
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ɹoʇɐɹǝpoɯ moderator
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Originally Posted by astro8
My understanding is this:
R-D1 and R-D1S are virtually identical except for the 'S' addition. There is some confusion on the interweb that the rangefinder adjusting screws are in different locations, but just as many statements that they are identical.
If you upgrade the R-D1 firmware it will in operation become an R-D1S. Most R-D1's will have already been 'upgraded', it's an easy process.
R-D1X is the later version with non-flippable but larger screen. It also takes the larger SDHC cards. In my experience 2GB SD cards are fine in use.
R-D1XG is an R-D1X with the Grip.
I use an R-D1, have never felt the need nor urge to get a later version.
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it's nice with a grip...i use the bridge grip. |
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an rd1?
for 375...
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I'd be interested to see that link myself  |
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Maybe it is a scam website in China?
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It is a website with a Chinese address. I placed the order, and they will send me an email within twelve hours after which I can conirm tne order and send payment. This sounds fishy to me. First time members may not use paypal or CC.
Should I run away?
Site is RODE TH Store
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ɹoʇɐɹǝpoɯ moderator
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as quickly as possible...
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06-14-2012
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When the asking price is too good to be true, then it is most likely scam.
Run. Run. Run. Run. .......
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06-14-2012
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Sounds too good to be true ... which means it probably is!
I have never seen an RD-1 for less than I paid for mine except for a real beater that appeared on another forum somewhere recently.
I regard myself as extremely lucky with the one I got from our classifieds!
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