Film camera repair at Brooklyn Film Camera

Mail In or Drop Off in Brooklyn

Film Camera Repairs

Whether you're in Brooklyn or Boise, getting your camera fixed has never been easier.

Bench fee applied toward your repair  /  2-4 week standard turnaround

Quote Before Work No surprises. Bench fee counted toward repair cost.
In-House Technicians Every repair handled by our own technicians, in-house.
Easy Shipping Buy a prepaid label instantly via our portal. Drop at any carrier.
Drop Off Welcome Submit online, then bring it to 855 Grand St, Brooklyn.

The Process

Simple from start to finish

1
Submit & Ship
Fill out the repair form, pay the bench fee, then ship your camera — or drop it off in store. Prepaid labels available via our portal.
2
Bench Review
Our tech fully inspects your camera and sends you a detailed quote. Nothing happens until you give the green light.
3
Repair & Return
We complete the work, test everything thoroughly, and ship it back — or let you know when it's ready for pickup.
Start Repair

Bench fee applied toward your repair  |  No work starts without your approval

Services

What we repair

We are actively expanding our repair menu. If you don't see your camera listed in our menu you can still request a quote by selecting "unlisted."

Full CLA — select models

Canon AE-1 Program
One of our most popular services we can perform everything on a Canon AE-1 Program.
Full CLA Light Seals Unjam
K1000
Another popular service, we are setup to handle every issue with the K1000
Full CLA Light Seals Unjam
Hasselblad 500 Series
Our dedicated Hasselblad tech can perform full CLA on any 500 series body.
Full CLA Complex Repairs
Contax T
Specializing in Contax for years, our technicians can do throuoguh repairs on Contaxt T
Full CLA Calibration
Contax G2
Calibration, full CLAs, repairs, and more—if it’s acting up, just bring it in!
Full CLA Calibration
Other Cameras
We also CLA - Contax T, TVS, T2's, Canonet's, canon P's. Don't see your camera? Email us, we do more!
Ask Us

A la carte — most models

Light Seals
We can replace the foam on all cameras
Jammed & Stuck Shutters
We can perform unjam and stuck shutter repairs for most mechanical cameras.
Door Replacement
We are able to replace the doors on many cameras, subject to parts availability.
Lens CLA
We can CLA almost every detachable lens ever made and perform many lens specific repairs.
Parts Replacement
We can replace many exterior parts, subject to availability.
Other Cameras
There is a vast array of other issues we can solve. If you're problem is not listed feel free to send us an email.

Transparent Pricing

Sample repair ranges

Every camera is unique, so all repairs are quote-based after our bench inspection. Below are example price ranges to help you plan. Your actual quote may vary based on your camera's specific condition and required parts.

No work starts until you approve the quote. Bench fee is applied toward your final repair cost.
$85–150
Light Seals
$150–250
Full Lens CLA
$325-850
Camera CLA
$90-150
Unjam

Customer Reviews

Hear from repair customers

Sent in my AE-1 Program that had been sitting in a drawer for years. They diagnosed it quickly, sent a clear quote, and had it back shooting perfectly in under 3 weeks.
Marcus T. Canon AE-1 Program CLA
Brought my Hasselblad in for a full CLA. Isabelle did incredible work. Communication throughout was excellent and the camera came back feeling brand new.
Priya L. Hasselblad 500CM CLA
Mailed in a Contax T2 with a stuck shutter. Got a detailed quote within days, approved it, and had it back shooting within two weeks.
Daniel K. Contax T2 Repair

Support

Frequently Asked Questions

Bench Fee The bench fee is non-refundable and covers your tech's time to fully assess the camera. If you proceed with the repair, it's applied to your total cost.

Everything you need to know about our camera repair service. Can't find your answer?

The $50 bench fee is a non-refundable inspection charge that covers our technician's time to thoroughly assess your camera. This fee is applied toward your final repair cost if you proceed with the repair.
Our estimated repair time is 2 – 4 weeks from the date we receive your camera. Complex repairs, special parts, and unforseen issues may create delays. We dcannot guarantee a specific time frame but will do our best to repair your camera ASAP.
We specialize in 35mm and medium format film cameras including Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Olympus, Minolta, Contax, Leica, Hasselblad, Mamiya, Bronica, Rolleiflex, Yashica, and so many more! If you're unsure whether we service your camera model, contact us before submitting a repair request.
Polaroid cameras require specialized service. Please visit our dedicated Polaroid Repairs page for information on instant camera repair options and pricing.
Wrap your camera in bubble wrap or foam padding and place it in a sturdy box with additional packing material to prevent movement. Remove batteries and any detachable lenses.
Absolutely. After the bench inspection, we'll contact you with a detailed quote outlining all recommended repairs and costs. No repair work proceeds until you approve the estimate. You can decline the repair, though the bench fee is non-refundable.
We accept all major credit cards, PayPal, and Shop Pay. The bench fee is collected when you submit your repair request. The remaining balance is due when you receive your quote.
Yes! Local customers can drop off and pick up cameras at our Brooklyn location. Please submit your repair request online before dropping off your camera.
Deconstructed K1000

Mail-In Repairs

Secure Shipping & Handling

Buy a prepaid label through our portal, pack it up, and drop it at any carrier location. Every camera is photographed on arrival to document its condition.

Instant Shipping Label Prepaid via our portal. USPS Priority, UPS, or expedited.
Documented on Arrival Every camera photographed before we touch it.
Return Shipping USPS Priority, UPS Ground, or expedited — your choice.
Purchase a Shipping Label Start Repair

Or drop off at 855 Grand St, Brooklyn any day we're open.