Camera Shutter Count and EXIF reader

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Check your camera's Shutter Count, EXIF metadata and its Life expectancy

  1. Take or get a recent picture from your camera
  2. Check the picture wasn't edited or modified
  3. Upload the picture below and scroll down to the bottom of the page (Your picture won't be stored)
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Camera Shutter Count FAQ

Why is shutter count important when buying a camera?

Shutter count gives you an idea of a camera's wear and tear. Each photo taken wears the shutter mechanism slightly. Manufacturers provide average shutter life expectancies, so comparing counts helps you choose between cameras - one with 50k shots has more life used than one with 1k.

Will my camera definitely fail when it reaches its rated shutter count?

Not necessarily! The shutter count is just an average. Some cameras fail earlier, while others keep working well beyond their rated count. It's like a car's mileage - some last longer than others even with the same use.

Do all cameras record shutter count in their photos?

Nope! Only some manufacturers include shutter count in image metadata. Many smartphones don't record it at all. Each brand handles it differently, and some budget options skip it to save costs.

What else matters besides shutter count when buying used?

Lots! Consider the previous owner's care (indoor vs adventure use), physical condition (scratches, button wear), and check for issues like dead pixels, battery health, strange noises, or flash problems. Fewer owners usually means less uncertainty too.

Is shutter count the only thing that determines camera value?

Not at all! Evaluating cameras is more art than science. A high-count camera from a careful owner might be better than a low-count one that's been abused. Always inspect carefully and consider how it was used.

Compatible cameras

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