Peer-to-peer · Zero commission
Aperture.market connects camera gear buyers and sellers directly. No middleman, no commission — just a flat listing fee and a smarter way to transact.
Discover
Search by brand, category, or condition on dev.aperture.market. Every listing shows real photos, full condition notes, and a flat asking price — no auction anxiety.
First contact — most important step
Before anything else — request a live video call. The seller shares their screen or shows the gear on camera. You see exactly what you're buying: shutter count, cosmetic condition, test shots. No surprises when the box arrives.
Open Video Meet →Negotiate
Use the listing message system to negotiate. Confirm the final price, shipping method, and whether the seller covers return shipping if the item isn't as described. Get it in writing in the thread.
Pay safely
Always pay using PayPal Goods & Services — never Friends & Family, Venmo, Zelle, or wire transfer. PayPal G&S gives you buyer protection and a clear paper trail if anything goes wrong. If a seller insists on another method, walk away.
Receive
When your gear arrives, inspect it within 48 hours and compare to what you saw on the video call. If something doesn't match the listing, contact the seller immediately through the platform thread.
Complete
Rate your experience. Reviews build trust for the whole community — a seller with 20 five-star reviews is a seller you can confidently buy from again.
Prepare
Take photos in natural light. Show every angle — including any cosmetic wear, fungus, or scratches. Honest photos attract serious buyers and prevent disputes later. Include a shot of the shutter count on the screen.
Write your description — takes 30 seconds
Before you list, head to our free AI Listing Writer. Enter your gear details — brand, model, condition, accessories — and our AI writes a professional, detailed description in seconds. A good description helps your listing show up on Google when buyers search for your exact camera or lens. More visibility = faster sale.
Open AI Writer →List
List on dev.aperture.market for a flat $0.99 intro fee (then $4.99). Paste your AI-written description in, add your photos, set your price. Zero commission means you keep everything above the listing fee.
Build trust — close faster
When a buyer messages you, offer a live video call right away. Show the gear on camera, demonstrate it works, answer questions in real time. Sellers who do video calls close deals faster and get fewer post-sale disputes.
Create a Meet Room →Agree
Once the buyer is happy, confirm the final price, shipping carrier, timeline, and return policy in the message thread. Request payment via PayPal Goods & Services only — it protects both parties and keeps a clear record of the transaction.
Ship
Double-box lenses and camera bodies. Use bubble wrap generously. Ship within 2 business days of payment and share the tracking number in the thread. Fast shipping = five-star reviews.
Complete
Payment releases once the buyer confirms receipt. Leave a review for the buyer too — a strong two-way reputation makes your next sale even easier.
Write with AI firstUse the free AI Writer to generate a keyword-rich description — helps your listing show up on Google before you even post it.
Always use PayPal Goods & ServicesIt's the only payment method with built-in buyer protection. Never use Friends & Family, Venmo, Zelle, or wire transfer — these offer zero recourse if something goes wrong.
Serial numbers matterAsk sellers to show the serial number on camera. Cross-check against stolen gear databases.
Inspect within 48 hoursTest everything when it arrives — don't wait a week to discover a problem.
Browse thousands of listings or post your gear today — no commission, ever.