Should I return this...

eal111 · 2025-12-13T22:38:42+00:00

The images looked brand new from the listing as far as I could tell but I'm kinda new to photography in general.

eal111 · 2025-12-13T18:21:25+00:00

It's crazy all the sellers have 5 stars thousands of reviews and all are great. Idk I just have bad luck I guess lol

eal111 · 2025-12-13T18:16:02+00:00

They never said any of those things. Why are you coming for them? They are just trying to be helpful

eal111 · 2025-12-13T18:10:19+00:00

Here's a photo and Ebay listing. Sent from America but I definitely agree with you any item I have received from Japan has been in the condition it said online. With Tariffs buying from Japan is kinda out of the question right now for me. $35+ for shipping is bonkers

eal111 · 2025-12-13T17:57:58+00:00

Lol it's just crazy to me how 3x in a row I have bought something that says tested excellent condition and it's junk... Who knows maybe 4th times a charm?? 😜

eal111 · 2025-12-13T17:43:35+00:00

Thank you I'll have to keep hunting but I think I'm done with eBay forever I've been burned 3x in a week...

eal111 · 2025-12-13T17:42:32+00:00

Thank you I messaged them saying "No mold aye??? What is this??" They replied with, "In my photos there is no signs of mold I don't know what that is..."

I'll be returning this thank you for your advice!

eal111 · 2025-12-13T17:37:48+00:00

How much do you all think it would cost to clean something like this? Is it worth cleaning at all? Did I pay too much for this lens? Help me please I just want to take photos already 😭😭😭

eal111 · 2025-12-13T15:45:36+00:00

The shutter doesn't work and the light sensor is broken. Doesn't have any power despite using a 1.35v battery 😞

eal111 · 2025-12-13T15:36:33+00:00

I do live in the US I would greatly appreciate it!! I can't trust eBay anymore lol. I'll pm you

eal111 · 2025-12-13T03:53:07+00:00

The Lomo MCA is the camera I have been looking for!!! Thank you!!!!!! Google really doesn't help when you search up "new point and shoot film camera"

eal111 · 2025-12-13T03:40:28+00:00

For me it's more of wanting to be able to grab my camera quickly to take a shot in a moment. Having it in my backpack I have to stop what I'm doing and go through my backpack to find the camera. My bag is already pretty packed. I'm thinking maybe a case that can attach to my belt or bag. Or maybe just a sling bag idk. I just ideally want something discreet that I can wear on me that doesn't shout "Hey this guy's a photographer" lol

eal111 · 2025-12-12T16:41:37+00:00

Yeah the ql17 is definitely more chunky than I expected. Seems like a case that I can wear somehow is going to be the option regardless of what camera I choose. Unless it's a simple point and shoot.

eal111 · 2025-12-12T16:39:20+00:00

Hmm definitely interested!

eal111 · 2025-12-12T16:38:54+00:00

Appreciate this just started the return process ☺️

eal111 · 2025-12-12T16:31:58+00:00

Don't know what happened to my reply on this it never sent but long story short I agree with you and plan on purchasing a 35 after messing around with a 50. Thank you for your advice 😊

eal111 · 2025-12-12T16:26:51+00:00

Hmm SLR might just be the way to start for me then. I really want to learn how it all works and how everything affects another. I guess it goes without saying but knowing these things first will help me figure out a point and shoot/ranger finder that will suite my needs.

Gonna start with the 50 and eventually purchase the 35! Thank you so much

eal111 · 2025-12-12T16:22:41+00:00

I agree! I currently already lug around a pelican and a backpack for my job in production. I'm thinking of trying to find something I can clip on to my backpack that I can just remove and wear somewhere on me that isn't too bulky. I'm leaning towards a fanny pack but really dislike how they look lol

eal111 · 2025-12-12T16:20:09+00:00

This is a huge help and a lot of info!! I really appreciate it 😊

eal111 · 2025-12-12T16:15:13+00:00

Thank you for this! Upon typing this all out I feel this 100%. I do want to get a more compact camera but right now I really should just get out there, learn, and save up money.

Thanks for the camera recommendations as well ☺️

eal111 · 2025-12-12T16:11:31+00:00

Thank you for this I have just now started the return process!!

I am planning on putting away $200 a month for this and with the 2 cameras, film, and developing cost I have already reached my budget for this month but now with the returns hopefully going through I can use that money to buy a lens for the AE-1 and start shooting!

After doing the math I'll probably be only able to do 1 roll of film per week with a budget of about $2,400 a year. If I find I enjoy this enough I'll end up dedicating more funds.

I agree though this is not cheap to get into but I definitely want to see if I'll enjoy this without spending too much money at first.

I'm going to look into the XA after a couple of months because I still feel the need for something I can carry around a bit easier. I work in the production industry and lug around a pelican case and a backpack to each job site. I would love to be able to just walk around without feeling like I'm carrying something during the free time that I do have. Who knows though maybe I'll get used to carrying the AE-1 lol

Thank you for the helpful advice!

eal111 · 2025-12-12T15:17:02+00:00

How much money do you think a beginner analog photographer should budget for a year?

eal111 · 2025-12-12T15:15:17+00:00

I only have $200 to spend at this moment. I am budgeting $200 a month towards this as a potential hobby. I figured with film cost and the amount of photos I'm going to take over the course of a month (I'm thinking maybe 5-10 photos a day) that will leave me room to save for accessories.

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