Camera store near Elkins Park, PA
Elkins Park is about 9 miles from Unique Photo in Old City Philadelphia, measured straight. The Philadelphia store opened in 2019 and takes up four floors.
By transit from Elkins Park: SEPTA Warminster or West Trenton Line from Elkins Park station to Jefferson Station. From Jefferson Station, take the Market-Frankford Line from 11th Street to 2nd Street.
Unique Photo Philadelphia, PA
28 South 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Mon–Wed 10am–6pm, Thu–Fri 10am–7pm, Sat 10am–5pm, Sun 10am–4pm
Street parking nearby. Close to the 2nd Street stop on the Market-Frankford Line.
What we do at the Philadelphia store
Reserve online, then pick up and return at the counter.
No appointment needed. We pay by check or store credit, and credit gets a 10% bonus.
Every piece is graded. All but As Is gear comes with a warranty.
Workshops are held here in the Old City building.
Prints, film developing and passport photos at the lab counter.
Drop gear off at the counter for repair or calibration.
Design it online and pick it up here, usually 7 to 10 days later.
From our customer survey
“I landed in Philly with half my camera equipment sent to a different city and a shoot the next day! Caleb at Unique helped me figure out the best … plan to get my gear up to TV quality. The shoot went great, thanks mostly to Caleb & Unique!”
“Friendly, fast service. I really appreciate that the turnaround time for film development has been a lot shorter than it was a year or two ago.”
“Worked with Mark in framing. I asked him to make two unusual frames and he was willing and helpful. The final framed pieces were perfect! He did an amazing job. I will definitely be back for my next framing project.”
4,580 of 5,397 customers who rated a visit in our store survey since 2018 gave us 5 out of 5.
Ordering from Elkins Park
Order online and pick it up at the Philadelphia store at no charge. Many Elkins Park addresses also get a same-day delivery option at checkout, priced before you pay.
Places to shoot around Elkins Park
Beth Sholom Synagogue
Frank Lloyd Wright's only synagogue, dedicated in 1959 at 8231 Old York Road. The roof rises about 100 feet in wire glass and plastic panels and is lit from inside at night.
Elkins Estate
Horace Trumbauer designed the 45-room Elstowe Manor here in 1898. The 42-acre estate at 1750 Ashbourne Road is now an event venue.
Elkins Park station
Queen Anne station by Cope & Stewardson, opened in 1899 and listed on the National Register in 1990.
High School Park
11-acre township park on the old Cheltenham High School grounds, opened in 1996 after the school burned.
Photographer Mary Ellen Mark was born and raised in Elkins Park and went to Cheltenham High School.
Common questions
Is there a camera store near Elkins Park, PA?
Yes. Unique Photo's Philadelphia store is about 9 miles away at 28 South 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Open every day: Mon–Wed 10am–6pm, Thu–Fri 10am–7pm, Sat 10am–5pm, Sun 10am–4pm. Call (215) 608-2222.
Can I rent a camera or lens near Elkins Park?
Yes. Reserve it online and pick it up at the Philadelphia store. We rent bodies, lenses, lighting and video gear, and we can ship rentals too.
Where can I sell camera gear near Elkins Park?
Bring it to the Philadelphia store, no appointment needed. We pay by check or store credit, and credit gets a 10% bonus. We don't pay cash. You can get an estimate online first.
Do you deliver to Elkins Park?
Sometimes the same day. If same-day delivery is available for your address and order, it appears at checkout with its price. Free store pickup and regular shipping are always there.
Can I get to the store from Elkins Park without a car?
Yes. SEPTA Warminster or West Trenton Line from Elkins Park station to Jefferson Station. From Jefferson Station, take the Market-Frankford Line from 11th Street to 2nd Street.