Hi, while video evidence might be helpful if you take someone to court, for eBay’s purposes, video documentation is not accepted in a dispute. Part of the reason is that it is not considered conclusive proof. eBay will argue that once the camera is turned off, the package could still be tampered with.
Additionally, the item may work well at the sender’s end, but that doesn't guarantee the item will still work upon delivery, because even the most carefully packaged item can still be potentially damaged in transit (particularly with electronics, pc’s etc). So videoing doesn’t really protect sellers from a determined fraudster.
Of course every seller needs to mitigate their risk when selling online, but there is no foolproof method to avoid theft on eBay. Anyone can steal virtually any item at any time through the application of a bogus Not As Described claim. Ultimately each user must determine what their risk tolerance is ahead of listing, which you are doing, and which is wise.
In your case, the fact you have a nice feedback score will deter some scammers from targeting you. And
it is a good idea to record the serial numbers in the listing itself (as a forestall to those who may be tempted to do a switcheroo), sending a message that this isn’t your first rodeo. Scammers want easy marks instead.
What kind of item is it you are considering listing? Some categories are more high fraud than others. Computers, smartphones, gaming items, designer luxury goods, etc. are more prone to attract the attention of thieves.
It is good to be prepared, but keep in mind it is also important to keep one’s liabilities in perspective. Most eBay transactions go off without a hitch. My experience selling around the $500+ price point has been positive, with no fraud attempts in over ten years.
Good luck with whatever you decide.
