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Perfect Image Camera
1953 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601
Friendly camera store offering photography classes and equipment rentals, as well as imaging services like printing.
What this shop offers
Every line below is evidence-backed — pulled from what customers wrote in their reviews of Perfect Image Camera, or from the shop's own website. Call ahead if a specific job matters.
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Camera repair 6 mentions
“Having had less-than-stellar experiences with other camera repair shops, I know firsthand how this kind of experience can be (unfortunately) rare.”
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Used gear 6 mentions
“They also took the extra time to educate me on how to successfully use my 35mm film camera, and gave me guidance on different types of film that I could use.”
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Develops film 2 mentions
“They really went the extra mile and I’ll be returning for all future camera struggles and film development!”
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Rents gear 2 mentions
“I rented a camera here for a trip up north for some stargazing.”
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Classes & workshops
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What photographers highlight
The themes that come up again and again in reviews of Perfect Image Camera.
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Knowledgeable staff 5 mentions
“The staff is always incredibly friendly and are also knowledgeable in the products they sell (dont be shy to ask them questions!”
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Good prices 2 mentions
“Months later, past the warranty, I overwound to the 37th frame (not worth the risk in hindsight) and the film advance got stuck.”
Film developing at Perfect Image Camera
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 | Yes — film is processed on site |
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| Scanners | Not stated on their site |
| Turnaround | Same-day developing mentioned |
| Negatives returned | Not stated on their site |
| Cheapest developing price found | No price published |
Brands mentioned at Perfect Image Camera
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
My 20-year Canon 24-70 2.8 lens broke on set one day. It would not zoom and ticked like a bomb with the error message 01, communications between the camera and lens is faulty. I reached out to Canon, but they refused to fix older lenses and want you to replace them.
Love this gem of a store! I wanted to upgrade my camera, but had several questions and was driving myself bonkers. I went in to see what used equipment they had in stock and the guy working (Im sorry I forgot his name, it was a few weeks ago) was SO kind and helpful.
I stopped into Perfect Image back in Aug. to get my Canon T3 Cleaned and Updated software. Well, they did an Excellent job, and I even bought a Small Digital Camera for my Grandson.
For a couple of years I have been wanting to get my lens calibrated. I have attempted it myself but I just can't seem to "get it right." I live in a small, rural town in Kansas and we do not have any camera shops near us. Whenever I have searched for calibration services, Perfect Image Camera always appears.
Hours & location
Opening hours
| Monday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Getting there
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