The best camera stores in Arizona
12 shortlisted from 15 reviewed businesses in Arizona — camera stores, film labs and repair shops, each labelled for what it actually is.
How this ranking works
- Score = rating × log₁₀(review count). A 5.0 from nine people does not outrank a 4.7 from nine hundred, but one huge shop can't bury everyone either.
- 25 reviews minimum. Below that a rating is noise.
- One entry per chain. Multi-location retailers get a single slot, so the list stays a list of businesses rather than of branches.
- Museums and attractions are excluded — this is a directory of places you can actually walk into and buy, develop, rent or repair.
- Nothing is paid. No business can buy a position here, and quotes are pulled verbatim from public customer reviews.
#1 Strap Film Lab
5 ★★★★★ 470 reviews · Tempe, AZ
I almost never write reviews, but its absolutely necessary that I write one for Strap Film Lab. Their turnaround time is unbelievably fast and great quality. I haven’t had a single issue getting my…
#2 Tempe Camera Repair Inc
4.5 ★★★★★ 686 reviews · Tempe, AZ
I was in the area for business and have been wanting to purchase another used camera for travel photography so I was excited to check this place out! The customer service was sub par. Most of the…
#3 Phoenix Photo Lab & Studio Rental
4.8 ★★★★★ 345 reviews · Phoenix, AZ
I used to at one time use mail order photo labs because of the pricing. Then one day I sent in an order a week before I needed the photo and the mail order house (who will remain nameless) dropped the…
#4 Tucson Camera Repair
4.9 ★★★★★ 189 reviews · Tucson, AZ
First time here. I chose this place because of the great reviews, and I wasn't disappointed. I had an old, vintage camera that I thought needed a couple things done. The owner was really pleasant and…
#5 Monument Camera
4.7 ★★★★★ 206 reviews · Tucson, AZ
Great store! Monument camera is a brilliant store that will meet many, if not all of your camera wants and needs. They sell digital and film cameras, including the relevant accessories, lens caps,…
#6 Wilson Camera
4.5 ★★★★★ 228 reviews · Scottsdale, AZ
I wish I discovered Wilson camera sooner. This lap has completely replaced the mail in labs I had been using for years! Quality scans, lots of film options, good looking store and knowledgeable staff.…
#7 Transfer For Less Phoenix
4.9 ★★★★★ 141 reviews · Phoenix, AZ
We had over 1000 photos scanned and over 45 videos some 8mm, some VHS, and some Pal transferred to a hard drive. I do not usually write reviews but my experience with Transfer for Less Phoenix…
#8 United Portraits
4.1 ★★★★☆ 253 reviews · Gilbert, AZ
Our school has used United Portraits for the past 5 years we've been with them and we appreciate that they're a local Arizona Company. The past two years, we've used retouching because our daughter…
#9 Flagstaff Camera LLC / The Framing Department
4.9 ★★★★★ 89 reviews · Flagstaff, AZ
Atria was amazing!! I'm new to the hobby, and I brought in my broken camera to see what they could do. Even though they don't do repairs, she did her best to take a look and get it working again.
#10 foto forum az
4.5 ★★★★★ 99 reviews · Phoenix, AZ
I spent the last few months searching for a fujifilm X100vi for my wife. Pricing online has gone up like crazy due to resellers, and the in-store availability has been next to none due to the high…
#11 Centric Photo
5 ★★★★★ 47 reviews · Tucson, AZ
I am a graphic artist, Richard has done excellent work for me!' The baby bobcat from TWC that appeared on Tucson Lifestyle cover was edited by Richard. Over the years we have had a great deal of work…
#12 Cris Camera Services
4.5 ★★★★★ 71 reviews · Chandler, AZ
My camera fell out of my camera bag and hit the concrete. Lens mount broke off and ribbon cable sheared. Lens was in 3 pieces, but glass was still good. Canon EF 24-105mm f4 L IS USM. Took it in for…