Camera repair and cleaning is our specialty!

We service cameras, lenses (both film and digital), flashes (on-camera flashes, as well as studio strobes and power packs), tripods, binoculars, spotting scopes, projectors (analog and digital), and other photographic related items. In addition, we offer data recovery from memory cards.

Note: We accommodate professional photographers with priority turn around on sensor cleaning & repairs.

We offer free check-outs on all photographic equipment!

Local? You’re welcome to stop by our store with your equipment and we will have one of our trained repair technicians diagnose the symptoms and give you a free estimate.

Out of State? All you have to do is fill out the form below with the camera make, model and the symptoms you are experiencing, and we will respond back with a repair estimate. You may also send the camera in to us for a free estimate, which will allow one of our technicians to identify the symptoms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Estimated turn-around time. Lead time can be increased by parts delays or discovery of additional problems during the repair process. Every repair is different. Our goal is always to get your camera back to you in good working order as quickly as possible. We can work with urgent repairs, just let us know what you need.

Note: Turn-around time on a DSLR Sensor Cleaning can be done in 1-2 days.

Our labor charge is based off a flat-rate fee. This fee depends on the equipment make/model and the problem it is experiencing. These rates reflect the total work required to restore the equipment to good working order.

Compact Camera Price Range: $60 – $125
DSLR Camera Price Range: $90 – 250
Lens Price Range: $60 – 250
DSLR Sensor Cleaning: $60 (APS-C & Micro 4/3rd’s), $80 (Full Frame)
We offer a rush service, inquire for price »

We take pride in providing quality repair at a reasonable price. We offer a 1-year warranty on all consumer oriented products and a 6-month warranty on all professional equipment.

It depends upon any or all of the following considerations:
Economic:
How much did you pay for it?
How old is it?
How much would it cost to replace?
Personal:
Do you like the camera?
Are you familiar with using the camera?

People sometimes have a sentimental attachment to their cameras. There is also value in knowing how to use your camera. We can provide information; deciding if it is worth repairing is completely up to you.

How does it work?

Advance Camera makes every effort to provide a trouble free, fair, and effective repair process.

Here are the basic steps:

Step 1: Quote

Using the form below, you provide us information about your camera and the problem you are experiencing. We respond with an estimate including a range of labor rates and prices for any required parts. With this information you decide if you wish to send the camera in for a free estimate.

Step 2: Estimate

We receive the camera and log it into our repair system. One of our expert technicians evaluates the unit and provides a more precise estimate of the labor and parts required to restore it to good working order.

Step 3: Approval

Our repair department contacts you with the details of the estimate. If you determine the repair is economical, you provide your authorization to begin the work. We collect a $60 non-refundable repair deposit before servicing your camera.

Step 4: Repair

Our expert technicians perform the required work on your camera. Parts (if required) are ordered, received, and installed. From time to time additional problems are found which were not discovered during the initial free evaluation. In this situation the process returns to step 2 for re-estimate.

Step 5: Repairs Complete

After the camera repair is complete, we will notify you, collect the remaining balance and ship your camera.

Our Warranty – Feel secure having Advance Camera repair your camera. We guarantee the service on all our repairs for one year, professional photographers 6 months.

Free Online Repair Quote!

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