Camera store near Newtown Square, PA
Our Philadelphia store is about 14 miles from Newtown Square, on 2nd Street in Old City. Unique Photo has been family owned since 1947.
By transit from Newtown Square: West Chester Pike (Route 3) east to 69th Street Transportation Center, then the Market-Frankford Line 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.
What customers wrote in our store survey
“My experience was phenomenal, I am an actor here in Philly as well as an author and photographer. Coming here is my new place for all my needs”
“Really inviting and informative, the girl at the photo lab was incredibly welcoming and kindly showed me how to submit my film and the different kinds of prints”
“Alex help me trade in some gear and purchase a new Sony a7V. He was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. Thank you.”
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 Newtown Square shows up at checkout when it's available for your address and order.
Where to take pictures in Newtown Square
Hood Octagonal School
Eight-sided fieldstone schoolhouse from 1841 at 3500 West Chester Pike, restored in 1964.
Bartram's Covered Bridge
1860 Burr truss bridge over Crum Creek on the Delaware and Chester county line. Closed to cars since 1941 and the last covered bridge in Delaware County.
Paper Mill House
Mill workers' home and general store dating to 1770 and 1845, now the Newtown Square Historical Society museum.
Ridley Creek State Park
2,606 acres just south of town with 12 miles of hiking trails and a 5-mile paved multi-use trail.
Routes 3 and 252 meet in Newtown Square. The township was incorporated in 1684.
Every year in Newtown Square
Historic Newtown Square Day (A Saturday in early June)
The Square Tavern, Paper Mill House and other historic sites open, with re-enactors and demonstrations.
Newtown Square Railroad Museum Community Festival (First Saturday in October)
Held at Drexel Lodge Park, where the railroad museum sits.
Photo classes and clubs near Newtown Square
- Delaware County Camera Club (meets Monday evenings in Havertown, with competitions and club photo shoots)
Our own classes are on the class calendar.
Common questions
Is there a camera store near Newtown Square, PA?
Yes. Unique Photo's Philadelphia store is about 14 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 Newtown Square?
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 Newtown Square?
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 Newtown Square?
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 Newtown Square without a car?
Yes. West Chester Pike (Route 3) east to 69th Street Transportation Center, then the Market-Frankford Line to 2nd Street.