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Camera store
The Photo Shop
1027 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Store that sells and prints photos, including passport photos, plus film and memory cards.
What this shop offers
Every line below is evidence-backed — pulled from what customers wrote in their reviews of The Photo Shop, or from the shop's own website. Call ahead if a specific job matters.
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Develops film 5 mentions
“Also if you like film cameras they actually sell and develop film.”
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Used gear 2 mentions
“A lot of nice used film cameras,Polaroid SX 70 cameras and used camera bags.”
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listed on their own site
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listed on their own site
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listed on their own site
What photographers highlight
The themes that come up again and again in reviews of The Photo Shop.
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Knowledgeable staff 6 mentions
“All the employees are pro level knowledgeable, and gave me all the ins-and-outs PLUS some extra know-how on how to operate, upgrade & customize.”
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Film in stock 4 mentions
“Over the years, I have bought film, had rolls developed, and had prints made and always had a great experience.”
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Good prices 3 mentions
“I ended up coming back the next day to purchase one of my dream lenses for a great price!”
Film developing at The Photo Shop
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 | Same-day developing mentioned |
| Negatives returned | Not stated on their site |
| Cheapest developing price found | No price published |
Brands mentioned at The Photo Shop
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
I’ve been doing some astrophotography and needed a remote for my camera in bulb mode. I’d never been in the store but called and the item was described and, in stock.
What a treat to visit an independent camera store! The internet & mass merchants have made it difficult for small specialty shops to survive. This shop has carved out a special niche with its combination of new and pre owned camera equipment and photo supplies along with kind, knowledgeable staff to support their…
This is a great place to buy cameras and gear. I have been a customer for many years and have always been very satisfied with Peggy and her staff's friendliness, helpfulness, good prices, great customer support and technical knowledge.
We just had an amazing experience at The Photo Shop. My daughter and I went to get help because our Fujifilm X100s suddenly stopped working. The staff were super helpful, knowledgeable and kind, and resolved our issue in a timely and efficient manner. The shop had an impressive selection of cameras.
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–5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |