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MEGA STORE The Burgess Hill branch is large but the service is still very personal, providing expert advice and used camera testing
So many people choose Park life! Take a route straight to Park Cameras, the best retailer as voted for by Photography News readers
For photographers and content makers throughout the UK, one name consistently comes up when talking about buying gear with confidence: Park Cameras. In the latest Photography News Awards, where readers voted for their true favourites, Park Cameras emerged as best retailer, a testament not only to its range and prices but to the trust it has earned with generations of image makers. Founded in 1971 in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, Park Cameras is a family- run business that started with just £500 of used stock and a mission that still resonates today – honest advice from one photographer to another.
Over the decades it has grown into one of the UK’s largest independent photographic retailers, while never losing that personal, knowledgeable approach that customers value. Park Cameras manages to balance the scale of a major retailer with the service and warmth of a specialist shop. Whether you’re browsing its wide selection of the latest cameras, lenses and accessories online and in-store, or hunting for something specific, the experience is backed up by expert staff and thorough product knowledge. A big part of what sets the brand apart is its used gear and trade-in programme.
CAPITAL ONE The new London branch of Park Cameras is a hub for image makers
Photographers can buy new or pre-owned cameras and lenses from top brands – all quality-checked, cleaned and tested – with a reassuring warranty included. And with impressive bricks-and-mortar shops, you can get hands-on with any purchase before making a decision. Selling or part exchanging your old gear is straightforward, with fast trade-in quotes, pickup options and loyalty points that can be put toward future purchases. Customers consistently name smooth ordering, fast delivery and clear communication as reasons why they keep going back. The Park Cameras team goes the extra mile when helping with choices or resolving queries. The friendly and knowledgeable service extends to Park Cameras’ showrooms in Sussex and London, where hands-on demos, sensor cleaning and other support services complement
the online experience. With trained staff on hand, customers can get personalised advice and try gear before they commit. In an era where many retailers have become faceless, Park Cameras’ success shows people still value connection and support. Winning best retailer reflects a community that trusts the company not just for transactions, but for its guidance, reassurance and ongoing service. Whether you’re a first-time buyer picking up your debut camera, a creator expanding your kit or a seasoned pro trading up your gear, Park Cameras has positioned itself as a reliable partner at every stage of the photographic journey.
Two hubs for image makers
The flagship Park Cameras store in West Sussex has recently been joined by a fresh, purpose-designed space that elevates the in-store experience for photographers in central London. Found at 34 Rathbone Place – 130m from the previous store location – it is packed with kit from major brands, presents more interactive displays and boasts an even wider range of equipment to get hands-on with.
Whether you’re after the very latest release or looking to save by choosing high-quality used equipment, both stores offer a wide selection and expert staff to advise.
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