Cam Photo & Imaging

I brought my Zorki (a well respected Russian Leica copy), that I had just purchased, in for CLA & for a shutter problem. I had bought it very cheaply online & got it mostly to get the excellent lens it came with. They told me it would be $ 130, which I felt was a little pricey but I had gotten the camera so cheaply I thought it was probably worth it so I said go ahead. The tech needed to order parts & of course he had no control over how long it would take to get them. It turned out to be about 5 or 6 weeks. I was a little nervous because I had never used them before for repairs & it was taking a little longer than expected. Cut to the chase, I got the camera back & they had replaced the top cover with a new one (it housed part of the shutter mechanism evidently). They cleaned it, adjusted everything & now it looks & functions like a brand new camera! Much more than expected, they did an unbelievable job. Hats off to them. Parking is a little tough sometimes & they are closed on Sundays. «Out taking pictures», Henry said.

Save your money. I came here with a broken camera, they charged me 85 dollars and it’s still broken.

These guys are the BEST. Know there stuff on photography equipment and are super helpful and congenial.

Lance is super awesome. I went in with very little camera tech knowledge and Lance guided me through different cameras and lenses. Thanks so much you guys rock!

Went here to get a picture taken for a passport, In and Out in 5 minutes. Guy behind the desk is very helpful, will not go anywhere else. Thank you so much Cam Photo, I highly recommend them.

This place sells cameras you can’t get anywhere else. I just wanted a film camera that wasn’t too expensive since I’m only just starting out. They had exactly what I needed and the staff helped me out with all of my questions.

There are not many stores left like Cam Photo. It’s a store that can help anyone with things related to photography. Small in size, but big in service!

So, I just bought an old Canon AE-​1 Program camera on eBay, and I am soooo excited!
It’s been over a decade since I used a film camera, and with the new digital age upon us, this type of older technology just makes me happier.
I’m kind of over this whole push-​button age already.
I want nostalgia.
I want real life.
I want tangibility.
So, when I won the auction, I was excited to find a local camera shop that would help me get reacquainted with manual cameras, and to perform any tune-​ups.
I called two other stores before calling Cam Photo, and Cam Photo instantly put me at ease. The other shops I spoke with seemed very quick to want to charge me almost $ 100 just to open it up and look at it. I could tell that if I went into those shops, they would just tell me my camera needs more work than it really does, and they were completely fine with charging an arm and a leg for it.
Cam Photo was completely different over the phone. I trusted them immediately. And the price they quoted for opening it up and giving me a quick overview was a fraction of what the other stores quoted me.
I can’t wait to support this local Burbank business.
You should too.

I’m new to photography using a canon t3. I’m taking a class in photography at pierce college (fall/​2015). This places is small but so many thing for a professional or student learning about photography. There’s DLSR camera, point to shoot camera, used cameras n lenses, new lenses (original, Taunton, sigma), backpacks, tripods (manfrotto, mefoto, slick), film paper, film roll, and they repair cameras. Like I said small place with so many things to choose from. My first time here Henry n Lance where very helpful letting me know all types of tripods. I did end up buying a MEfotto tripod (199.99). They have all types off budgets to set you up with your gear. My second time around I came looking for a all purpose lens for my Canon. They had a used Canon lense 18−123mm for $ 329, but end up buying a new Tamron lens 18−270mm for $ 449. Plus they help me with 100 rebate. Pretty good deal for lens. The day I got the lense it was 15 min till closing time. They helped me 15 more minutes before closing time to pick the right camera. Lance who help was kind enough to show me few lenses before choosing the Tamron. The owner was there too give a bit more advice on choosing something for all occasions lense, thank you Art. Now you could go to Ritz Camera n buy anything but u be waiting a hour or two just to get a lens that you research online or you could come here n get fast service n helpful to the end of your purchase. I do plan to come here to get my remote control n print out my pictures. I have future pics of the place.

Great group of guys working in there. So helpful and patient, makes you appreciate the whole place. If you need to develop any film, this is your place!

This reviewed edit was supposedly for Tom Cat pet supply! Unilocal posted my edit on the wrong business… ugh. Cam photo is still awesome! Love these guys!

Cam Photo is great. I have been coming here over the years to buy film and paper for classes I have been taking at school. They always have what I need and help me find what ever I’m looking for. The staff is very friendly and super knowledgable. Some items can be pricy, but it’s worth it to keep a store like this in the neighborhood.

Please avoid this store at all cost!!! Most of the reviews on here are from family friends and staff members, and does not reflect the 4 stars as Unilocal states. If you like horrible customer service, arrogant staff, and absolute 0 professionalism then this is your place! Do yourself a favor and avoid this over priced and pretentious store!

About a year ago, some random guy tried to steal my DSLR camera but since i had the strap on, when yanked it fell and the lens broke. I have stopped my photography hobby ever since. I have checked out a few random camera places here and there and either they don’t fix lenses or charge a ridiculously crazy amount to fix (as in I can by that lens 6 times).
I was checking Unilocal for places that check and repair and found this shop. So far I like it, I came in a few days ago to ask for a quote. I was already running late, and couldn’t find a parking spot just as they were closing, but the gentleman still let me in, checked out my lens and said that even though they don’t fix it on site, I will get a free estimate and send it out. I filled out some paper work and it’s all done. the lens shipped out.
UPDATE:
2 Days later I had received a phone call saying my repair would cost $ 170, and after checking online prices ($ 450 for brand new lens, and $ 100-​$ 200 used or refurbished), I decided to have my lens repaired as I have no idea what the condition of the used or refurbished lens would be and also how much extra tax and shipping expenses would be. After telling them I agree on having the repair, I got another phone call another 3 days later.
the customer service and turnaround time here is great. I think I found my new ceram shop.

This place rocks. They are very knowledgeable. I have been here 4 or more times. Great alternative to bigger stores.

I stopped in here today and not only did I find exactly what I needed, I too was treated like an valuable customer.
I went to both Fry’s and Best Buy and they didn’t have what I needed. I also wasted quite a bit of time doing a ‘process of elimination’ type game to try to find what I needed with their employees.
I hope Cam Photo & Imaging stays in business against these corporations because they were a gem. I will continue to send lots of business their way and continue to go to them for my camera needs.

I love this store, its independently-​run feel, and its two main proprietors Jack and Art. I needed a new battery for my video camera, and feel like I got a competent diagnosis of the problem and a fair price. Looking around here took me back to the days when my late husband pursued photography on a semi-​professional basis.

Art and Jack were incredibly helpful. Making a big investment in a camera, lens and accessories and they gave me great counsel – and a great deal.

Didn’t like the service I went last time, needed help with a product and they did not want to explain what it was for and way overpriced.

Independent camera stores are getting harder and harder to find. This place has been around since I was in black and white film class and they haven’t changed a bit! They have a great selection of camera gear, a really helpful staff and a fast development turn-​around time.
I’ll usually buy most gear online but if I have any questions or want to try something out I’ll give Cam Photo a call and they never fail to help me out.