We've changed camera repair
After years as your go-to camera repair lab, we're no longer offering full repair services. Instead, we're shifting our techs toward sourcing and servicing refurbished cameras you can buy with confidence, plus a focused set of in-house services like cleaning, light seal replacement, sensor cleaning, and one-on-one troubleshooting. Read on to see what we still offer and how we can help.
Now our focus
Fully Refurbished Cameras
We sell old cameras as good as new.
We're shifting our repair techs to focus on sourcing and servicing cameras for you. We've paid close attention to the cameras you love most, and we want to keep reliable, exciting options in stock when you need a replacement or want to try something new. Every camera we sell is tested by our techs and includes a 90-day in-store warranty.
We check for: shutter curtain speeds for accuracy, no light leaks, clean and ready for a new home, light meters working and calibrated, autofocus working as it should, and full camera functionality.
Types we sell: Digital and Film, SLRs, Point & Shoots, Rangefinders, Instant. We are a certified Fujifilm Camera Dealer.
What We Still Offer
Camera Services We Still Offer
Most of you know us as the go-to lab for camera repairs. While we're no longer offering full repair services, we still want to help however we can. We now offer one-on-one classes and training sessions by appointment, plus a focused selection of in-house services.
Film Camera Service
Basic Cleaning & Light Seals
Your camera's light seals keep unwanted light from ruining your film, but over time, they wear down and can cause light leaks in your photos. Think of it like bringing your car in for an oil change and wash, we replace the old seals and give your camera a topical cleaning too. Typical turnaround is about one business week.
Digital Camera Service
Sensor Cleaning for Digital Cameras
Dust on your sensor shows up as spots in every frame. We carefully clean your camera's sensor so your images come out clean from the start, with no spotting to edit out later.
Troubleshooting & Advising
Camera Testing & Advising
We still offer Take-5 Services to help troubleshoot cameras, film, and shooting issues, plus advise whether a camera is worth repairing and where to send it for service. Spend 5 minutes with our on-site staff and walk away knowing your next step.
By appointment only.
Learn From Our Techs
One-on-One Classes & Training
Want to learn how to clean your own camera, change light seals, or just understand how your gear actually works? Our techs now offer one-on-one classes and training sessions by appointment. Whether you're new to film or trying to keep an old camera alive yourself, we'll teach you what we know.
By appointment only.
Frequently Asked Question
Why aren't you offering full repair services anymore?
Honestly, qualified camera techs are about as rare as a unicorn on a skateboard, and full repairs were taking longer than anyone wanted. We're focusing our techs where we can deliver the most value — sourcing and servicing refurbished cameras, plus the in-house services we do best.
What if my camera needs more than a Clean & Seal or Sensor Cleaning?
Book a Take-5 appointment. We'll diagnose the issue, tell you whether it's worth fixing, and point you to a repair shop we trust for the work we no longer do in-house.
How do refurbished cameras get tested before you sell them?
Every camera passes through our techs. We check shutter speeds, light seals, light meters, autofocus where applicable, and overall cleanliness and function. If it doesn't shoot like it should, we don't sell it.
Do refurbished cameras come with a warranty?
Yes, every camera we sell includes a 90-day in-store warranty.
How long does a Clean & Seal take?
Typical turnaround is about one business week.
Do I need an appointment for Take-5?
Yes. Take-5 is in store and by appointment only. Call us or book online.
How will you contact me about my service?
We like email, so we'll be emailing you to update you about your service.