Repairs
Camera repair and cleaning is our specialty!
We service cameras, lenses, tripods, binoculars, spotting scopes, projectors, and other photographic related items from nearly every era. We also offer data recovery and IR conversions.
Some specific systems that we work on include:
Pentax 67, Pentax 67ii, Pentax 645, Pentax LX, Pentax K1000, Pentax Spotmatic, etc.
Mamiya 645, Mamiya 6 (old and new style), Mamiya 7, Mamiya 7ii, etc.
Leica M2, Leica M3, Leica M4, Leica M5, Leica M6, Leica M7
Hasselblad 500c, Hasselblad 500cm, Hasselblad EL/M
Rolleiflex TLR, Rolleicord TLR, Rollei 35
Nikon F, Nikon F2, Nikon F3, Nikon F4, Nikon FM & FM2, Nikon FE & FE2, etc.
Canon F-1, Canon AE-1, Canon AE-1 Program, Canon Super 8 cameras
Olympus OM-1, Olympus OM-2, Olympus XA, Olympus XA2, Some other point and shoot repairs, etc.
Minolta SRT line, Minolta XG Line, etc.
Fujica GS645, GA645, GW690, etc.
Large format gear
And the list goes on… We work on many, many cameras so if you don’t see your camera on the list please feel free to reach out and ask :)
We offer free check-outs on all photographic equipment!
If you’re local, feel free to stop by our shop with your equipment and we’ll have one of our repair technicians check out your gear while you wait.
For customers out of state, please send us a message and we’ll respond with a repair estimate. From there, you can send the camera us for a free diagnosis from one of our technicians. If you decide to send the camera to us, download the shipping instructions and form below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take?
Current estimated repair turnaround time for most minor repairs: 2-3 weeks
Current estimated repair turnaround time for most major repairs: 8-12 weeks
Current estimated repair turnaround time for specialty gear: 12+ weeks
Current estimated sensor clean turnaround time: 3-5 days
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. Feel free to give us a call as some repairs take significantly less time.
How much does it cost?
Our labor charge is based off a flat-rate fee. Depending on the equipment make & model and the problem that it is experiencing. These rates reflect the total work required to restore the equipment to good working order.
We can help assess…
Is there sentimental value to your gear? Do you like the gear? Are you familiar with it?
We can provide information to make your decision easier, but ultimately, 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 efficient repair process. Here are the basic steps:
Quote
If you’re local, no need to make an appointment - stop on by the shop! Our hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10-5. We can do a checkout while you wait. Once our tech is done going over your gear, we’ll give you an estimate. If you’re out-of-area, please get in touch using our contact form. It asks you to provide us with information about your camera and the problem(s) you are having. We’ll respond with an estimate, including a range of labor rates and prices for any required parts. With this information, you decide if you would like to send the camera in for a free estimate.
Estimate
Once the gear is received, we log it in to 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.
Approval
Our repair department contacts you with the details of the estimate. If you decide that you would like to proceed with the repair, provide us with your authorization to begin the work. We will collect a non-refundable deposit and any parts costs before servicing your gear.
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.
Pickup or Shipping
After the camera repair is complete, we will notify you. If the camera is being shipped, we will collect the remaining balance and ship your camera. If you are local and picking up your camera, payment is collected at pickup.
Shipping Instructions
Below is a document we would like you to fill out and then include in the package. We recommend not shipping with FedEx. We recommend that when the items are packed that there is at least 3 inches of space from the sides of the package and that you don't feel any shifting when the package is rotated/shook. If possible, please do not ship items inside of a hard case. We will contact you once we have received, unpacked, and gotten an estimate for your items.
Warranty
We guarantee the service on all CLAs/overhauls.
Our warranty is one year for hobbyists and 6 months for professionals.
Warranty does not apply to abuse / tampering, water, or sand.