Lens as described and quick delivery. Carefully packed with plenty of bubble wrap as original box not available. Fast focusing and very sharp images even at full aperture.
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As always, a super helpful and reliable service. I’ve been using this chain for years, and every single visit is a complete success. Pure professionalism. My favorite store in the chain is Derby—it’s... See more
Ordered a new lens from LCE, communication via Email was excellent. Item was delivered when promised via DPD. Lens well packaged.
I recently ordered a used Canon lens from London Camera Exchange, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. Here is why they get a full 5 stars: Instant Processing: My order was ha... See more
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London Camera Exchange opened in Exeter in 1969. We stock a wide range of both new and used photographic, video, and optical equipment .Some of the instore services we offer are passport and ID services, camera sensor cleaning, image recovery and firmware updates. We can also arrange your equipment to be repaired .If you wish to sell your equipment to us, we can quote on that too. Our knowledgeable, friendly team can advise and assist you with your purchase or on the use of your equipment with having many years of experience between us.
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174 Fore Street, EX4 3AX, Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom
- 01392279024
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Excellent efficient transaction
My Olympus lens was dispatched very quickly and it was extremely well packed in another strong box. Communication was excellent throughout.
17 July 2025
I ordered the Fujifilm XT-5 with…
I ordered the Fujifilm XT-5 with 16mm-50mm lens online after first discussing options in the store in Exeter. The camera was delivered promptly and without fuss and trying the various products in the store itself was very helpful. Overall I am very pleased with the purchase, the product and the experience itself.
7 July 2025
arrived promptly and as described
arrived promptly and as described, what more can you ask?
30 June 2025
Good experience…
Whole process was efficient and painless. Delivery was next day and condition of used camera and lens bought was just as described...as new. Wouldn't hesitate to use again based on this experience.
7 July 2025
Great communication and very helpful…
Great communication and very helpful staff. Excellent!
7 June 2025
Excellent service
I wanted to try out a couple of lenses on my camera, one of which the Exeter branch had in stock and the other not. They sourced the second for me and could not have been more helpful. This is customer service as it should be. Excellent product range, competitive prices and great service. I am very impressed.
26 June 2025
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Delivery problems.
I purchased a Canon PRP-310 printer at 2.30pm on a Thursday afternoon, I realised that I was close to to the time limit for next day delivery but all of the correspondence indicated that I would get the next day delivery. However the printer was eventually delivered on Monday. The box was clearly damaged and had been sealed with a tape with the message 'repaired by DPD'. The printer was not damaged. and deserves Five stars.
29 May 2025
Reply from London Camera Exchange - Exeter
Hi Dr Jackson
Thank you for your review.
We are pleased that the printer was not damaged and deserves 5 stars!
Apologies that the delivery was delayed and the box damaged (& repaired by DPD). We strive to provide the best delivery service possible and rely on our freight partners to complete.
We hope that we can welcome your custom again in the near future and aim to exceed your expectations with our service from start to finish.
Many thanks, Your LCE Team.
This was the camera I was looking for…
This was the camera I was looking for and with an amazingly low shutter count!
22 May 2025
LCE brilliant service
LCE were so helpful with my queries and the kit arrived promptly and very well packaged.
15 May 2025
Camera arrived well packaged and…
Camera arrived well packaged and slightly ahead of time. Good price for the bundle.
23 May 2025
Excellent service from Jason and Ben!
Excellent service from Jason and Ben!
Purchased from this shop to obtain a genuine Panasonic UK warranty rather than an online 'import' that looked like a UK purchase.
After experiencing a problem with the camera it was replaced without quibble!
Highly recommended.
27 May 2025
Excellent service.
19 May 2025
Speedy delivery and excellent support.
Speedy delivery - well packed.
Very helpful when I called about an issue with claimback.
1 May 2025
Great service again
There aren't many, if any, decent photographic shops where I live so I usually end up with a bit of a shopping list when in the UK, and it's always a pleasure to deal with LCE. Communication is good and delivery reliable and quick.
28 April 2025
The Exeter branch provided an accurate…
The Exeter branch provided an accurate description of a used Canon EF 50mm 1.4 lens, with a very competitive price and speedy delivery.
LCE has been my first first choice for buying used Canon gear for several years now.
On the one occasion when a product disappointed there was a speedy no quibble refund, which is a good test of customer care.
22 April 2025
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