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Camera store
Christian Photo
6721 Douglas Ave, Urbandale, IA 50322
What this shop offers
Every line below is evidence-backed — pulled from what customers wrote in their reviews of Christian Photo, or from the shop's own website. Call ahead if a specific job matters.
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Rents gear 4 mentions
“I rented a Nikon z 100-400mm lens from them over the weekend to shoot the eclipse and some wildlife.”
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Passport photos 3 mentions
“Used them for our Canadian passport photos (and citizenship certificate photos).”
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Photo printing 3 mentions
“If you’re looking for the best place for all things photography and photo printing, this is it!”
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Used gear 3 mentions
“Christian photo has Sony, Canon, and Nikon cameras/lenses and also has a pre-owned inventory that is full of goodies.”
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Develops film 2 mentions
“Dick and Brian have run the best photo equipment and film development/printing business in Iowa since I moved here in 1992.”
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from the business listing
What photographers highlight
The themes that come up again and again in reviews of Christian Photo.
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Knowledgeable staff 5 mentions
“The staff is professional, knowledgeable, and always has the right equipment available.”
Film developing at Christian Photo
What we could verify about how film is handled here. Blank lines mean the shop hasn't published it — not that the answer is no.
| Developed in-house | Not stated on their site |
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| Scanners | Not stated on their site |
| Turnaround | Next-day developing mentioned |
| Negatives returned | Not stated on their site |
| Cheapest developing price found | No price published |
Brands mentioned at Christian Photo
Photographic brands named on the shop's own site or in customer reviews. Stock moves — call before making a trip for a specific body or lens.
What customers say
This is a long and long-overdue review of the products and the service I received when I stopped in hoping to find a used pocket sized 35mm film camera for a 2024 Christmas present. Not only did I find a great camera, battery, and a nice case, but I was fully schooled on how to load and use it.
Not only is the service stellar. The staff here are very knowledgeable and fun to work with. The owner was cool enough to be the subject of my finals at DMACC. He helped me with shooting my finals and gave me pointers on how to get better photos. I ended with an A- in photojournalism thanks to the staff and owner.
Used them for our Canadian passport photos (and citizenship certificate photos). Only slightly more than what you'd pay at Walgreens or CVS, and they actually have proper lighting and know what they are doing to meet the requirements that IRCC requires (iykyk).
Shop local! I go to Christian Photo for all of my photo and video needs! Christian Photo has taken care of me and my friends and I’d highly recommend it to anybody! Great staff and knowledgeable employees!
Hours & location
Opening hours
| Monday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Getting there
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