Camera & Videography Repair Services
Bringing Your Gear Back to Life
From simple adjustments to complex restoration work, we help keep your cameras and video equipment working. We offer repair assessments for digital cameras, 35mm film cameras, vintage camcorders, and other photography equipment.
All prices and turnaround times are estimates. Final quotes are provided after inspection.
Below you’ll find example starting prices and typical timelines for different levels of service. Major repairs and restorations depend on parts availability and the condition of your gear.
All prices and turnaround times are estimates. Final quotes are provided after inspection.
1. Basic Repairs & Maintenance
For small issues, routine maintenance, and minor adjustments.
• Basic inspection & diagnosis — Starting at $25–$50 (1–3 business days)
• Sensor cleaning (digital cameras) — Starting at $40–$80 (1–2 business days)
• Lens cleaning (exterior/basic) — Starting at $20–$45 (Same day–2 days)
• Battery compartment cleaning — Starting at $25–$60 (1–3 business days)
• Button, dial, or door adjustment — Starting at $30–$75 (1–3 business days)
• Tripod mount or accessory repair — Starting at $25–$65 (1–3 business days)
• Basic camera cleaning — Starting at $35–$75 (1–3 business days)
2. Minor Repairs
For common mechanical or electronic problems that do not require extensive disassembly.
• Battery door or latch replacement — Starting at $40–$100 (2–5 business days)
• Button or switch replacement — Starting at $50–$125 (3–7 business days)
• Memory card slot assessment/repair — Starting at $60–$150 (3–7 business days)
• Film advance mechanism adjustment — Starting at $50–$125 (3–7 business days)
• Film door seal replacement — Starting at $40–$100 (2–5 business days)
• Light seal replacement (35mm camera) — Starting at $45–$100 (2–5 business days)
• Basic camcorder connection repair — Starting at $50–$150 (3–7 business days)
3. Intermediate & Major Repairs
For equipment requiring partial or full disassembly, complex faults, or restoration work.
Intermediate Repairs
• Shutter mechanism service — Starting at $100–$250 (1–2 weeks)
• Autofocus troubleshooting/repair — Starting at $100–$250 (1–2 weeks)
• Lens focus or zoom mechanism repair — Starting at $100–$300 (1–3 weeks)
• Film winding or rewind repair — Starting at $85–$200 (1–2 weeks)
• Flash or electronic circuit repair — Starting at $100–$250 (1–3 weeks)
• Camcorder tape transport service — Starting at $100–$250 (1–3 weeks)
• Viewfinder or display troubleshooting — Starting at $75–$200 (1–2 weeks)
Major Repairs & Restoration
• Major shutter repair or replacement — Starting at $200–$500+ (2–6 weeks)
• Advanced electronic board repair — Starting at $200–$600+ (2–8 weeks)
• Lens disassembly and internal repair — Starting at $175–$500+ (2–6 weeks)
• Vintage 35mm camera restoration — Starting at $150–$500+ (2–8 weeks)
• Vintage camcorder restoration — Starting at $200–$700+ (3–10 weeks)
• Extensive mechanical rebuild — Starting at $250–$700+ (3–8 weeks)
• Water or corrosion damage assessment — $50–$100 (3–7 business days)
• Water-damaged equipment restoration — Starting at $200–$800+ (3–10+ weeks)
Major repairs are subject to parts availability, equipment condition, and whether a reliable repair is technically possible.
Repair Inquiry
Tell us about your gear. Provide details about the camera model and the specific issues you're facing so we can prepare an accurate diagnosis.
Donate Old or Broken Cameras
We invite you to donate old or broken cameras for parts or restoration. Your contribution helps us preserve photographic history and keep gear in the hands of creators. Thank you for supporting our workshop and community.