3 things I wish I knew before buying camera gear as a student — number 3 will actually save you hundreds. Number 1: You don't need the latest model. Last year's camera is still incredible. Number 2: Used gear from reputable sellers is basically new gear for way less money. Number 3: This is the big one — student discounts exist and they're MASSIVE. I'm talking about Adorama's Classroom Connect program. Here's what you get: Up to 20% off new cameras, lenses, tripods, lighting, microphones, comput

Shopping for a Canon camera? Adorama's double discount program saves you up to $500 off, whether you're buying flagship or entry-level. All you need is any old camera or lens. Trade in used gear and get a quote. Apply that credit to an eligible Canon purchase and get your trade-in value PLUS a bonus: $500 bonus on Canon R1 $200 bonus on R5 Mark II and select RF lenses $100 bonus on R8 and R7 Example: Old Nikon worth $350 buying the R8 = $450 total savings. Even a $1 trade-in gets you the full bo