Pro Camera Store Map
Oct 29, 2016 20:20:53 #
keep in mind the possibility of warranty repair problem with cross border shopping, accessory are no trouble but lens and body
Oct 29, 2016 21:22:51 #
dickwilber
Loc: Indiana (currently)
SusyPhoto wrote:
I am visiting downtown Chicago in a couple days. Any camera shop recommendations?
It's been 35 years since I worked in the loop an haunted Wolks and all the other camera stores during my lunch hours. Unfortunately, they are all gone except one of the best, Central Camera, 230 South Wabash Avenue! Go there, especially if you have any interest in vintage or specialty gear! The only other loop camera stores I can find are a couple of blocks north: International Camera, 9 N Wabash; and Chicago Camera Repair Specialist, 5 S Wabash.
Alas, camera stores are mostly in my memory.
Oct 29, 2016 21:51:22 #
dickwilber
Loc: Indiana (currently)
Since I moved back to Northwest Indiana decade ago, I have been dismayed at the lack of quality camera stores. I noted Central Camera in Chicago's Loop, above, but that becomes a full day's trip. I have one local store I do trade at, but it doesn't have the inventory to make me happy. But, when I venture back to New Jersey, where we lived for a quarter century, I always take an afternoon to go to Unique Camera on Route 46 in Fairfield. They've got an ample stock so I am always able to look at what interests me; they have knowledgeable personnel that is not afraid to give an opinion; and they have an excellent (for a camera store) coffee bar so you can relax as you take it all in. Try it if you are in the area.
Oct 29, 2016 23:01:28 #
Oct 31, 2016 14:12:09 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
Roberts - Indianapolis
They are good, they have a good presence on ebay.
Oct 31, 2016 14:20:58 #
jmcgloth
Loc: Ocean Park, WA
bsprague wrote:
Kenmore Camera for Seattle.
http://www.kenmorecamera.com/
I've never been there, but Glazer's is closer to "downtown" Seattle and get good reviews.
http://www.kenmorecamera.com/
I've never been there, but Glazer's is closer to "downtown" Seattle and get good reviews.
Glazer's is excellent, and they just opened a brand-new store.
Oct 31, 2016 14:21:52 #
Nov 24, 2016 19:39:35 #
In San Diego we have Nelson and Georges Both have been in business as long as I can remember. Great people. At both stores
Nov 25, 2016 07:06:12 #
Nov 25, 2016 08:52:18 #
Nov 25, 2016 08:57:46 #
In southeast CT there is Photo Connection. I drive 45 minutes each way just to deal with them. Very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. http://photoconnectionoc.com/
Nov 25, 2016 15:09:12 #
Camera Bar in Hartford CT. manned by actual photographers! They are extremely knowledgeable and helpful and have actually talked me down from an unnecessary GAS attack.
Dec 17, 2016 16:14:08 #
daeod
Loc: Levittown, PA
In the Philly area: Allen's Camera in Levittown, Pa (where I shop and have for years) and Cardinal Camera in Lansdale, Pa
Dec 17, 2016 18:14:32 #
mstuhr wrote:
ProPhoto, Portland Oregon
Another vote for Pro Photo. They also have a great lab a block away from the retail store. I've purchased the last two DSLRs and the last three lenses from them. They also sell used cameras, lenses, tripods, accessories. I've sold numerous items on consignment there. I walk five minutes to get there.
Dec 19, 2016 17:38:38 #
Roberts Camera in Indianapolis IN
I've bought used gear there and my camera and they're always saving me money when I think I want to do something stupid.
I've bought used gear there and my camera and they're always saving me money when I think I want to do something stupid.
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