I have learned many lessons in my years as a professional photographer, but if there is one that really sticks out it is that every time I have gone for the cheaper option is has cost far more than I have saved in the long run.
Let me give you some examples:
In total I am nearly £700 down through trying to save a few pennies. Sure, you could just say I was unlucky. Repeatedly. Each purchase was well researched and the items had plenty of positive reviews but as a result of these problems I now only buy Nikon original gear, I only buy direct from Amazon (NOT resellers on their site) and I don’t touch eBay with a barge pole. It turns out that I can’t afford to be cheap.
About the author: Adrian Spencer is a professional wedding photographer and enthusiastic traveller based in the North of England. He made the leap into a career in photography in 2010 after being made redundant during the downturn which turned out to be the best thing that ever happened to him. Currently living on the borders of the Peak National Park and can often be spotted at sunrise and sunset around Kinder Scout foraging for good light.
You can find more of his work on his Manchester Wedding Photography website, Facebook or Twitter. This article originally appeared here.
Image credits: Penny Pincher by theilr.
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