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The best camera stores in North Carolina
12 shortlisted from 17 reviewed businesses in North Carolina — 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 Cardinal Camera
4.7 ★★★★★ 666 reviews · Charlotte, NC
I was in North Carolina Thanksgiving weekend for my Godmother Lunie 70 bday celebration. The same day arriving to North Carolina my Nikon camera 📸 instantly stopped working. I was very confused,…
#2 Southeastern Camera
4.7 ★★★★★ 560 reviews · Raleigh, NC
Every time I have visited Southeastern camera - whether that be to purchase film, a new film camera, or shopping for a gift for someone else, the employees have always been so so helpful.
#3 Biggs Camera
4.5 ★★★★★ 576 reviews · Charlotte, NC
I have been going here for years for film development and uploads and have never had a bad experience. Friendly and knowledgeable staff and the fastest turn around in the Charlotte area. The idea of…
#4 The Fotoshoppe
4.7 ★★★★★ 217 reviews · Raleigh, NC
Man, these guys are so good at what they do. I've been experiementing and learning how to shoot film over the past two years, and these guys have been with me from the jump. So knowledgable in both…
#5 Camera Corner
4.7 ★★★★★ 185 reviews · Burlington, NC
the best service! i came in as a first time customer to develop some film, unsure of how the prints would come out as this was my first time using a film camera. when i came to pickup, two of the guys…
#6 Ball Photo Supply
4.4 ★★★★☆ 240 reviews · Asheville, NC
Short and sweet review because these folks were great! I used them for converting my old VHS home movies onto a USB, and it was amazing to look at those memories from the 90s again. They did a…
#7 Crystal Camera Repair
4.8 ★★★★★ 142 reviews · Asheville, NC
I dropped my water damaged lens off at Crystal camera repair, really with no hope for it to be fixed. Within 6 hours they called me and told me everything works fine even though the lens had water…
#8 Peace Camera
4.4 ★★★★☆ 219 reviews · Raleigh, NC
My go to camera shop in Raleigh, have been supporting Peace Camera for many, many years. Compliments to Jeff and staff - consistently knowledgeable, helpful and offer a wide variety of camera…
#9 ASAP Photo & Video + The Print Refinery
4.7 ★★★★★ 143 reviews · Greenville, NC
I’ve been doing business with ASAP for more than 6 years. And, I Highly Recommend the ASAP Team at Every Opportunity! Jason and Carder have been instrumental in helping me develop my photographic…
#10 Hansom's Repairs
5 ★★★★★ 93 reviews · Matthews, NC
When it comes to camera repair, Hansom stands head and shoulders above the rest. His expertise is vast, covering everything from classic film cameras to the latest digital models, ensuring that no…
#11 French Broad Imaging Inc.
5 ★★★★★ 73 reviews · Asheville, NC
Best print service in Asheville! They are always clear and make sure you're getting exactly what you want before they deliver. They also do consultation and framing as well as being incredibly…
#12 The Photo Outfitters
4.9 ★★★★★ 61 reviews · Charlotte, NC
Finally made it to the camera world mecca! The place to find the camera equipment I need for my photography hobby. The place to drop off film for fast processing, just like in the olden days! There is…