The best camera stores in New York
12 shortlisted from 99 reviewed businesses in New York — 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 B&H Photo Video
4.6 ★★★★★ 37,150 reviews · New York, NY
B&H Photo Video store in NYC is Amazing! Staff is helpful and there is a wide selection of merchandise in store. This is a Disney World for photographers and videographers!
#2 Adorama
4.5 ★★★★★ 9,839 reviews · New York, NY
I ordered a used Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS II lens from Adorama as a gift for my wife, and the entire experience was fantastic. To be honest, I was nervous at first — I’ve been scammed online before,…
#3 Printique
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,397 reviews · Brooklyn, NY
I have recently gotten married and wanted some large standout prints to show off our elopement in our living area. They have so many options on types of paper, including metallic paper. Our order was…
#4 Bleeker Digital Solutions
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,372 reviews · New York, NY
I've been sending in my film since 2024 and I've absolutely loved all the scans they've send over! Their turnaround time is so quick, and they make the process so easy and seamless. It's family-owned…
#5 Focus Camera
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,855 reviews · Brooklyn, NY
I saw a gently used electric guitar listed on Reverb from these folks. I messaged them about it, and they told me that it had sold on another platform already. I was bummed, but stuff happens, so no…
#6 Photo studio
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,179 reviews · Brooklyn, NY
I always go to my boy for all my digital and office needs,he is always very helpful an attentive to his customers,I recently went to print a label an recognize he does shipping as well. I recommend…
#7 42nd Street Photo
4.1 ★★★★☆ 2,058 reviews · New York, NY
Stopped in while visiting the city on vacation and had a lovely experience. Chatted with the sales rep who is knowledgeable, patient and sociable. Ended up buying three bargains, couldn’t be happier…
#8 DJI FIFTH AVENUE
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,040 reviews · New York, NY
I really loved this place. Even they moved to a new location still willing to visit. I bought my 1st DJI to this store, I'm still coming becuase this guy Audley was really helpful and very…
#9 Accurate Photoshop
4.9 ★★★★★ 572 reviews · Brooklyn, NY
I’ve been going here on and off for about 5 years. They are fast, priced very well, and the development and scans are of amazing quality. I drive an hour out from Long Island to get to them, but it’s…
#10 photodom. NYC
4.7 ★★★★★ 737 reviews · Brooklyn, NY
A picture perfect place for all your photo needs! The owner Dom, has done an amazing job creating a community within the Brooklyn neighborhood & beyond. Not intimidating at all this small space is…
#11 ThisPix
4.7 ★★★★★ 709 reviews · New York, NY
Might be the most beautiful space for a passport photo place I’ve ever seen. Great light, spacious, high ceilings and so nicely curated. I was in a rush, en route to another meeting and I had 15 mins…
#12 Home Fair Camera
4.9 ★★★★★ 513 reviews · Larchmont, NY
Came in hoping to trouble shoot my second-hand 35mm. Owner not only took the time to poke at my camera and assess any issues, but also trialed a round of film to see if we’d sourced the problem. Truly…