Encinitas Photo is a small, local camera store offering reliable second hand and first hand products, including great vintage cameras, film, light equipment, and printing services. The owners are described as helpful, knowledgeable, and accommodating, often going out of their way to provide insight and ensure customers get clean, quality used gear. The shop provides good old-fashioned know-how with straightforward, no-fluffy customer service, reminding some of a classic locals shop from a big city. However, experiences with service can vary. Some customers find the staff rude and lacking in etiquette, noting they are there to sell equipment, not provide polished interaction. For film developing and scanning, several reviews advise choosing another spot, citing that scans were not good, online transfers incurred an extra charge, and better, cheaper options exist elsewhere. For professional-grade equipment needs, this may also not be the ideal spot. Despite mixed feedback on film processing and manners, many recommend the business for camera and lens purchases, planning to return for future needs.
This guy is great. Crazy good deals. Crazy good quality. Trustworthy shop.
May 2025
Just grabbed a battery charger here, but they had a ton of really nice lenses for sale at some really great prices.
May 2025
They’re a wonderful camera store with reliable second hand and first hand products. The two folks that own/work the place are helpful and knowledgeable. It’s small, local, and a business we need to keep around.
