Camera store near Fort Washington, PA

Our Philadelphia store is about 13 miles from Fort Washington, on 2nd Street in Old City. The Philadelphia store opened in 2019 and takes up four floors.

By transit from Fort Washington: SEPTA Lansdale/Doylestown Line from Fort Washington 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

Camera and lens rentals

Reserve online, then pick up and return at the counter.

Trade-ins

No appointment needed. We pay by check or store credit, and credit gets a 10% bonus.

Used cameras and lenses

Every piece is graded. All but As Is gear comes with a warranty.

Classes

Workshops are held here in the Old City building.

Photo lab

Prints, film developing and passport photos at the lab counter.

Repairs

Drop gear off at the counter for repair or calibration.

Custom framing

Design it online and pick it up here, usually 7 to 10 days later.

What customers wrote in our store survey

“The person who helped me in the old town philly location was super helpful. Everyone was very nice.”
Customer survey, 2025
“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.”
Customer survey, 2026
“Excellent. I brought a camera for trade in and bought a bag. … the associate upstairs helped me find the perfect bag for my camera - even pulling my model off the rental shelf to help me size the bags.”
Customer survey, 2024

4,580 of 5,397 customers who rated a visit in our store survey since 2018 gave us 5 out of 5.

Can't make it in?

Order online and pick it up at the Philadelphia store at no charge. Same-day delivery to Fort Washington shows up at checkout when it's available for your address and order.

Where to take pictures in Fort Washington

  • Fort Washington State Park

    493 acres along Wissahickon Creek. The observation deck is used for the fall hawk watch, and the park is known for its dogwoods in spring.

  • Hope Lodge

    Georgian house built between 1743 and 1748 at 553 S. Bethlehem Pike. It served as a hospital during the 1777 Whitemarsh encampment. Interior tours run April through October.

  • The Highlands Mansion and Gardens

    Mansion finished in 1796 on 59 acres at 7001 Sheaff Lane. The two-acre walled garden is free to walk, dawn to dusk.

Washington's army camped at Whitemarsh for six weeks in late 1777, and the state park covers part of that ground.

Every year in Fort Washington

  • Hawk Watch at Fort Washington State Park (September 1 through October 31)

    From the observation deck you can see all 16 raptor species that migrate along the East Coast.

  • Night of Jack O'Lanterns at the Highlands (Late October)

    On the Highlands grounds. The 2026 date is Friday, October 30.

Common questions

Is there a camera store near Fort Washington, PA?

Yes. Unique Photo's Philadelphia store is about 13 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 Fort Washington?

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 Fort Washington?

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 Fort Washington?

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 Fort Washington without a car?

Yes. SEPTA Lansdale/Doylestown Line from Fort Washington station to Jefferson Station. From Jefferson Station, take the Market-Frankford Line from 11th Street to 2nd Street.

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