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Buying an RF 28-70mm IS STM: Used or new?

Cantrell — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:26:22 GMT

All,

I have a EOS R6M2 that I want to purchase the above lens to use with this camera. I have found a used RF 28-70mm IS STM lens at Adorama. It is rated Excellent Plus. Would you buy this lens with this rating from Adorama? Thanks in advance for any and all comments.

Reese

Re: Used RF 28-70mm IS STM

jrhoffman75 — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:42:49 GMT

@Cantrell wrote:

All,

I have a EOS R6M2 that I want to purchase the above lens to use with this camera. I have found a used RF 28-70mm IS STM lens at Adorama. It is rated Excellent Plus. Would you buy this lens with this rating from Adorama? Thanks in advance for any and all comments.

Reese

I would consider the following:

1. is there a return policy?

2. what is the price compared to a new lens?

3. would you want an extended warranty? Canon CarePAK would not apply to a used lens.

Re: Used RF 28-70mm IS STM

Cantrell — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:37:19 GMT

jrhoffman75,

1 Return policy - Yes

2 Used price is $950, new price during the holidays $1049, new price now $1249?

Been on a waiting list for two months at Canon for a refurbished RF 28-70mm for $770

3 Adorama has a warranty guarantee

Thank you for your response

Reese

Re: Used RF 28-70mm IS STM

jrhoffman75 — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:42:05 GMT

Looks like a good price.

Re: Buying a used RF 28-70mm IS STM

March411 — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:59:59 GMT

Cantrell,

Adorama offers 180 day warranty and many here have purchased from them as well recommended them to others on the site, they are an authorized Canon supplier. Used products include a free Adorama 180 day warranty that covers defects in manufacturing only. This warranty excludes damage from wear and tear, misuse, accidents, loss, or theft.

It's a nice lens, the price is right so it seems like a good decision. I've purchased used gear and I inspect it well upon receipt make sure I use the heck out of it to see if there are issues. Shoot a bunch of frames and review the images to make sure there are no anomalies. If you see any issues send it back but pressure test it right away.

Re: Buying a used RF 28-70mm IS STM

Cantrell — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 03:32:27 GMT

March411

Thank you for your response.

Reese

Re: Buying a used RF 28-70mm IS STM

March411 — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 03:38:04 GMT

I hope it in some way helped Reese. I looked at KEH and MPB for the same lens when you posted and Adorama had the best price for lenses in the same condition.

Good luck!

Re: Buying a used RF 28-70mm IS STM

Cantrell — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:22:11 GMT

March411,

Thank you for your research and response. I have not looked at those websites in recent weeks.

Reese

Re: Buying a used RF 28-70mm IS STM

Cantrell — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:07:09 GMT

March411,

I looked at Adorama, B&H, Samy's, eBay, and Facebook on a regular. I did not look at KEH or MPB. Thank you looking at those websites.

Reese

Re: Buying an RF 28-70mm IS STM: Used or new?

ebiggs1 — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:38:45 GMT

I have dealt with Adorama several times over the years and found them to be a good source. I even got to know one of the sales reps pretty well. I am sure she is retired by now.

Re: Buying a used RF 28-70mm IS STM

March411 — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:18:53 GMT

My Pleasure Reese.

Please stay away from places like Ebay and Facebook as you have no recourse if something goes wrong. MPB and KEH offer good warranties and honor them, I can say that because I have personal experience with both resellers. Have have also purchased several items that they say are excellent condition but when I received them were like new.

Whenever possible it's best to stay with Canon authorized retailers.

Here's a link to Authorized Dealers: USA Canon Authorized Dealers

Be aware the last time they updated their list was 6.14.24

I also attached a PDF below for quick reference.

Re: Buying a used RF 28-70mm IS STM

Cantrell — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 22:46:36 GMT

Marc,

Thank you for your recommendation of MPB and KEH. I need to add them to my list of websites to check when I am looking for additional lenses or if I decide to add a camera. I appreciate all of your input.

Reese

Re: Buying an RF 28-70mm IS STM: Used or new?

SignifDigits — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:34:22 GMT

Reese. Hope your holiday went well with you and your family. I think Canon lowered the price again just for you as it's back down to $1049 https://www.usa.canon.com/shop/p/rf28-70mm-f2-8-is-stm. Please let us know what you get and how you enjoy it.

Re: Buying an RF 28-70mm IS STM: Used or new?

Cantrell — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 02:06:43 GMT

SignifDigits,

We had a good holiday season. Took pictures at our family and extended family get togethers. Used the R6M2 and the 24-240mm lens. Used the P mode and the M mode at these gatherings. I have been waiting for Canon to release some of the refurbished 28-70mm IS STM. The price on Black Friday was $770 and I ask to be notified, but nothing yet. I noticed that the refurbished has increased to $800.

Reese

Re: Buying an RF 28-70mm IS STM: Used or new?

SignifDigits — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:47:56 GMT

Reese,

Glad to hear things went well. I've purchased a few refurbished items and noticed that the prices can vary a bit. I am not 100% sure you can count on the price that is there when you're added to the waiting list. You certainly CAN count on the price when items are in stock, but I was pleasantly surprised on my RF 200-800 when I was notified it was available and the price was slightly under what had been listed when I signed up for the "notify me". Of course, it could go the other way too, I suppose. I buy used lenses as well as Cannon refurbished, and have been very happy with them. What I have NOT done, and would be curious to hear from others, is had to ever USE the third-party warranty. I have bought the extra warranty, but thankfully never had to use one yet.

Re: Buying an RF 28-70mm IS STM: Used or new?

ebiggs1 — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:33:54 GMT

Ebay and Facebook Marketplace can be good sources but you need to go in eyes wide open. Make sure you are allowed to try the lens on your camera before you lay your money down. Ebay does a very good job protecting buyers FB does not.

Almost all my gear over the years came from B&H, Adorama or my local camera shops. Unfortunately as of late there aren't any real local camera stores here. Sad.😔

Re: Buying an RF 28-70mm IS STM: Used or new?

Cantrell — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:54:54 GMT

SignifDigits,

The information regarding refurbished items was very helpful. Good to know about the fluctuation in posted refurbished prices.

Reese

Re: Buying an RF 28-70mm IS STM: Used or new?

Cantrell — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:03:21 GMT

briggs1,

I can sympathize with you about the lack of camera stores in your town. I live in a town in EasT Texas with a population of 105000 and no camera stores except Best Buy. When we moved here there were 4. I have to drive to Dallas if I want to touch or hold camera equipment before purchasing. I have noticed that there have been several camera stores close in the Dallas area over the years.

I have purchased equipment from Canon, B&H, Adorama, and bought one lens off of Facebook.

Re: Buying an RF 28-70mm IS STM: Used or new?

SignifDigits — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:13:45 GMT

That's a big town for East Texas! I grew up near Athens, and only about 10,000 folks, so it was either a trip to Tyler or Dallas. Sounds like it's just Dallas now, sadly, and even those are getting fewer. Best Buys are closing all over, so glad yours is still there.

Re: Buying an RF 28-70mm IS STM: Used or new?

Cantrell — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 23:57:24 GMT

SignifDigits,

We came to Tyler in 1985. Raised are two children here. They left Tyler after college and then they came back. Athens is about 35000. It was part of my territory and made frequent to that town.

Reese