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Chicago Camera Specialists

5 S. Wabash Ave. Suite #1017 Chicago, IL 60603

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Chicago Camera Repair Specialist

4.4

Based on 62 reviews

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Maria LaSota

20:49 22 Jul 20

This place is amazing! They were able to repair my camera in 24 hours so I could take it on a trip up north. I highly highly recommend this shop to anyone who is in need of camera repair.

Sophia Fedachtchin

16:43 16 Jul 20

Just picked up my Super 8. The owner went above and beyond to fix and clean all the complex inner workings. The viewfinder is clearer and works better than before. I also needed a quick turn around and got it fixed in just a few days. Highly recommend!!!

Kimberli Musgrove

11:47 20 Mar 20

Every time I come to Chicago Camera Repair Specialist on Fairfax I get EXCELLENT service. Thanks to the staff for providing me with your knowledge and your friendly customer Service

David Bernstein, M.D.

03:22 15 Jan 20

I was extremely pleased with the freindly service and very prompt 36 hour turnaround for the service I needed. I was visiting family in Chicago and do not have access to this type of service where I live.I had requested an inspection and cleaning of my lenses and camera,I was very grateful for the excellent job performed

sr Travis

01:46 11 Jan 20

Nice place to find parts and older things you can't find !

Caitlin Sterman

01:11 31 Dec 19

I was stuck in Chicago today due to a flight cancellation and I discovered that my Canon A-1 wasn't firing. I went around Wabash checking out the camera shops and I was referred to Chicago Camera Repair. I got in about 2 hours before close, explained my issues, and the owner checked my camera. He told me he would call me if there were any more issues, and that he would do a rush job to get this finished for me because I leave Chicago tomorrow morning-- he said he would stay late if necessary. It turned out that there was another issue with my camera, and he managed to not only have the tools and parts to fix the corrosion and wear/pieces in my camera, but he also managed to finish before 5:30. It goes without saying, this was absolute stellar professionalism and genuine kindness. I am beyond grateful to have my good-as-new, working camera ready to shoot some film for my vacation. Thank you so much-- I will be referring all of my film community friends to this business if they need any niche repairs.

Katelyn Schroeder

18:30 11 Dec 19

Nice owner, fair price and quick turnaround

Claire Cronin

22:18 06 Nov 19

Fixed my camera up to be back in perfect shape after a long 2.5 years with lots of problems. such a nice guy, very reasonable prices

Kimberly Schneider

21:31 01 Oct 19

So glad these guys are still around. Just learned something new about my old 35, which I’m about to pick up some film for:) thank you!

Erik McGowan

18:46 19 Sep 19

Dropped a lens (Canon 24-70 L) when working in Chicago, and they had me fixed up OVERNIGHT at a really reasonable price. Can’t recommend highly enough!

Vernon Vision

17:25 24 Jun 19

This Owner has no respect or professionalism at all caught an attitude because he tried to take 3-4 months to fix a simple LCD monitor. I repeat DO NOT BRING YOUR CAMERA EQUIPMENT TO THIS ESTABLISHMENT. INTERNATIONAL CAMERA UP THE STREET WAY BETTER SERVICE AND BEHAVIOR. IF I HAD THE CAPABILITY I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS PLACE CLOSE ITS DOORS FOR GOOD.

A V

16:58 11 Jun 19

Nice guy! Didn’t have the non essential accessory I needed as I have a very new model (less than a few months) but had a good chat about cameras. Knows his stuff.

Betty Li

00:11 08 May 19

The owner is actually really nice, and his service too! would recommend to my friends

Ric Morgan

04:16 03 Apr 19

Repaired my camera. But turned out it did not needed repairing of the first place. Took my money anyway though. Alice was nice, though.

Mansoor Ahmad

23:23 21 Feb 19

I had a Canon D70 with broke hot-shoe and flash that won't open up. I live far drom Chicago, I called the guy and he was willing to repair and ship it back. I wanted my camera back in 1 week. He repaired and shipped it back in 2 days after receiving it. Also I sent him a check of $205, but he later told me he charges $250 for D70 (he thought it was DD70 when we discussed on the phone). I offered to pay him the difference but he said "don't worry about it". Camera was cleaned, looks new again, repair was solid. Guy is honest, prompt and professional.

Justin b

20:53 23 Jan 19

Dropped off my new camera to have the low-pass filter removed. Upon return, multiple buttons no longer work. He proceeded to try and “sell” me that I must have bumped my camera. I guess he forgot he played with those exact buttons when I dropped off the NEW camera! During the discourse he kept repeating that it was no big deal that my up directional button and delete button no longer worked and it would cost a couple hundred dollars if I wanted it fixed. Oh, and they lost a screw - found this out later. Thanks for nothing. Unbelievable.

Daniel Paduck

20:47 29 Nov 18

This is my first experience with this shop and this review could have either been one or five stars. I gave it five since my camera was repaired and he did a good job. However, if you are looking for someone that is going to hand hold you etc and what not then this place might not be for you. Once when you get past that then it is fine place to go.

Manjul Saini

08:25 10 Jul 17

Service is fast and cheaper than others

Ilana Miller

14:14 09 Dec 16

Problem identified immediately and the lens was repaired within a week, even though he had to order a new part. The repair was a little high but given the overall cost of the lens (one of my favorites) it was well worth it and significantly cheaper than simply getting a new one.

Gregory H. Jenkins AIA

20:07 06 Sep 16

Convenient location. Excellent service. On-time completion. Fair pricing. And good advice.

Leon Heinz

01:29 13 Jul 16

Fast, friendly and competent reparation of an nikon lens. A little hard to find. (10th Floor of the Jewelers Center.) A funny place to visit.

David Taylor

19:16 22 Feb 16

I brought my camera in to this shop today and the guy was able to quickly figure out that my issue was only a weak battery. He suggested the kind of batteries to get and sent me on my way without charging me anything. I appreciate his honesty and fast service. I purchased the batteries and the camera now works fine. I highly recommend Chicago Camera Specialist for any of your camera needs.

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