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We’re Going to Rebuild: Central Camera Company Destroyed by Fire

Central Camera Company was destroyed by fire on May 30th, 2020. The destruction followed a day of nationwide protests sparked by the killing of George Floyd by police in Minneapolis. "I'm angered about what started it" said owner Don Flesch in a TV interview, as he watched Chicago firefighters work to save the store. "I hope [...]

2020-06-02T03:14:58+00:00 June 2nd, 2020|Comments Off on We’re Going to Rebuild: Central Camera Company Destroyed by Fire

35mm Rangefinder Sale

Central Camera is having our biggest 35mm Rangefinder Sale in years! Cameras are working, have been serviced as needed, and include our 90-day warranty (a few items as noted are offered AS-IS). Sales starts 01/30/20, and includes In-Stock Items only. Please Contact Us if you have questions about any of the items. LEICA M BODIES 1) [...]

2020-01-31T16:59:59+00:00 January 31st, 2020|Comments Off on 35mm Rangefinder Sale

Medium Format Cameras in Stock, May 2019

Central Camera Company has a great selection of Medium Format cameras available.  Contact us or visit the shop to purchase. Highlights include: Mamiya RZ67 Professional Body with 120 Back 90-Day Warranty / $799.95 Mamiya RZ67 Professional II Kit with WLF, 120 Back, 110mm f2.8 Lens 90-Day Warranty / $1499.95 Pentax 6x7 Non-MLU Kit with 90mm [...]

2019-05-23T17:34:08+00:00 May 23rd, 2019|Comments Off on Medium Format Cameras in Stock, May 2019

ILFORD ULF 2019

Central Camera Company is accepting orders for Ilford's 2019 Ultra Large Format (ULF) film program! Pre-paid orders must be received by Friday, May 24th, 2019. A full list of the 2019 items is available on Ilford's ULF website Central Camera Company is an authorized US distributor for Ilford films, and we're taking orders now for Ilford's [...]

2019-05-10T16:37:55+00:00 May 10th, 2019|Comments Off on ILFORD ULF 2019

Sale! Leica Demo One-of-a-Kind Cameras & Lenses

Central Camera Company is having a special one-of-a-kind Leica Demo Sale: LEICA CAMERAS M10 Digital Rangefinder Camera (Silver Chrome #20001) -- $6,495.00 M10 Digital Rangefinder Camera (Black Chrome #20000) -- $6,495.00 M-P (TYP 240) Digital Rangefinder Camera (Black Paint #10773) -- $5,395.00 Leica Q (TYP 116) Digital Camera (Black Anodized #19000) -- $3,895.00 LEICA LENSES [...]

2018-08-23T16:23:40+00:00 August 23rd, 2018|Comments Off on Sale! Leica Demo One-of-a-Kind Cameras & Lenses

Leitz Summaron 2.8cm f5.6 Red Scale LTM

The Leitz Summaron 2.8cm f5.6 Red Scale LTM (Leica Thread Mount) is a rare lens we don't see often at Central Camera Company. Only 7,000 units were produced between 1955-1963, so it's unusual to find these days. This lens is currently available in our shop. What's special about a 28mm f5.6 rangefinder lens? It's a [...]

2018-08-18T17:25:47+00:00 August 18th, 2018|Comments Off on Leitz Summaron 2.8cm f5.6 Red Scale LTM

No need to park! Curbside pick-up at Central Camera Company

Did you know Central Camera Co. offers curbside pickup? Here's how it works: contact us with your order, give us a few minutes to gather your items, and call when you arrive. We'll bring your order out to your vehicle and you'll be on your way in a few minutes. No need to pay for [...]

2018-07-07T20:50:38+00:00 July 7th, 2018|Comments Off on No need to park! Curbside pick-up at Central Camera Company

Yashica Mat-124 G Review

The Yashica Mat-124 G is one of our favorite medium format cameras at Central Camera Company. Photographers love this TLR, and so do we! It has a well-deserved reputation for producing high-quality images on 120 film, and it's a great value, selling for about 50% less than a similar Rolleiflex TLR. Many reviews have been written [...]

2018-07-07T20:24:20+00:00 June 29th, 2018|Comments Off on Yashica Mat-124 G Review

We Buy Used Photographic Equipment Everyday!

Central Camera Company has been paying top dollar for used photo equipment every day since our doors opened for business in 1899! Receive the highest value for your used merchandise, or apply dollar value in-trade towards your new purchase. When you trade, you'll only pay sales tax on the cost difference. How does selling work? Simple: Bring your [...]

2018-06-22T18:46:35+00:00 June 22nd, 2018|Comments Off on We Buy Used Photographic Equipment Everyday!

Toyo Large Format 4×5 Cameras in stock

We have three exceptional Toyo 4x5 cameras in stock now at Central Camera Company. Good things come in threes, as the old saying goes... see them in our shop! TOYO STUDIO/FIELD VX125 Designed for the large format pro or enthusiast seeking the lightest possible 4x5 with full controls and movement to tackle any outdoor, location, industrial, [...]

2018-04-19T15:47:25+00:00 April 19th, 2018|Comments Off on Toyo Large Format 4×5 Cameras in stock