Skears Photographic Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've possessed a photograph of my pop hero of the '60's for 25 years. The photo is actually 50 years old and I came by it after Auntie Ruth's was refurbed around the year 2000. It has be... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

A very good repair job. It took a long time for the repair to be done but that’s the same with most camera repair workshops because they’re backlogged and so busy. The communication was reasonable a... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything went as planned, the repair was to a 1990 vintage Minolta 85mm f1.4 lens for which I am told there are no longer parts available, although Skears had a stock of some in their stores from... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic customer service. In a day and age where internet sales dominate this shop stands for everything that is good about retail. They were helpful, especially Maks, and the used camera I purchase... See more

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Honest, Impartial Advice, Since 1990: Starting out in 1990 as a camera repair workshop in Bailiff Street, Northampton, we soon found a demand for both new and used photographic equipment. So we began to venture into the world of photographic sales. As demand increased, we found ourselves requiring bigger premises and in 2002 we moved to our current location on the Wellingborough Road. This allowed us to hire more repair technicians and also increase the photographic services on offer, such as onsite developing and printing, ID photographs, video transfers, photo editing, sensor cleaning and photo gifts... to name just a few. Five members of the Skears family still work in the shop, whilst other members of staff although not blood related, have worked for us so long, we count them as family! We aim to provide our customers with the latest technology but with traditional customer service. Ask us any question, at anytime, we may not know the answer, but we endeavour to find out!


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent value on used equipment

I don't live anywhere near their shop, so called them about a used camera I was interested in. Maks, who took my call was excellent. Answered all my (many) questions clearly and honestly and promptly sent me additional photos of the item as per my requests. Once ordered, the camera arrived very promptly and exactly as described (its one minor fault had been clearly explained to me). Price was more than reasonable given that Skears had serviced the camera and give a 12-month warranty. Sure, I might have found an equivalent item sold "as seen" from a private seller for less, but for a 50 year old camera, that warranty's worth a lot.

6 August 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What a great buying experience today.

What a great buying experience today.
Super super knowledgeable customer service from Malcolm - who steered me gently in the direction of a super wide angle lens. He know everything and is obviously passionate about his profession.

11 August 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic customer service

Fantastic customer service. In a day and age where internet sales dominate this shop stands for everything that is good about retail. They were helpful, especially Maks, and the used camera I purchased is excellent. They test everything properly and explain features and offer support. I have not shopped there before but would go back in an instant.

17 July 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I KNOW SKEARS ARE GOOD-FRIENDLY STAFF

I KNOW SKEARS ARE GOOD-FRIENDLY STAFF, ARE BRILLIANT. HAVE BEEN A CUSTOMER FOR MANY YEARS, SO THEY KNOW ME. I AM AFTER GOING TO ASK FOR INFO TO BUY SOMETHING FOR MY PANASONIC LUMIX. THEY EVEN DELIVERED THINGS FOR ME, THEY HAVE EVEN DONE THINGS FREE OF CHARGE, SO I CANNOT RATE THEM HIGHLY ENOUGH! SO VERY HELPFUL. I HAVE RECOMMENDED THEM. ALL I CAN SAY IS THE CUSTOMER WAS VERY UNLUCKY, SURPRISINGLY. I HOPE SHE MAY GIVE THEM ANOTHER CHANCE. FROM MY OPINION. FROM LINDA IN BLISWORTH.

23 March 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service.

I have used Skears Photographic a number of times over the years for various different reasons and the service has always been excellent. The recent repair to a lens hood, cost me a fraction of the cost of a manufacturer repair.

17 April 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service

Took my Canon to a well known high street chain and they were unable to repair my camera. It was they who recommended I try Skears. Needless to say my experience of them was brilliant. Excellent communication, fast turn around, very reasonably priced and my camera is as good as new again. Give these people a call with your camera issues. If they can’t fix, probably need body can. Thank you. Duncan

10 March 2025

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