Camera store near University City, Philadelphia
University City is about 3 miles from our Old City store in a straight line. The photo lab and the rental counter are in the same building as the store.
By transit from University City: Take the Market-Frankford Line (L) east from 30th, 34th or 40th Street station to 2nd Street station, half a block from the store.
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
“I enjoy talking shop and about life with everyone who works at the Philadelphia location, so my overall experience is always good.”
“The classes are offered at convenient times and the instructors and staff are incredibly helpful.”
“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”
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 University City shows up at checkout when it's available for your address and order.
Where to shoot in University City
30th Street Station
Opened in 1933 at 2955 Market St. The Art Deco concourse has a coffered ceiling and Walker Hancock's 1950 bronze angel war memorial.
The Woodlands
About 54 acres at 4000 Woodland Ave.: William Hamilton's mansion and a cemetery opened in 1840, with over 1,000 trees.
Clark Park
9-acre park at 43rd and Baltimore with Francis Elwell's 1890 statue of Dickens and Little Nell, one of only three known Dickens statues.
The Clark Park Farmers Market runs year-round at 43rd and Baltimore on Saturdays, and on Thursdays too from May through November.
Every year in University City
Penn Relays (Late April, ending on the last Saturday of the month)
Held at Franklin Field every year since 1895. It is the oldest and largest track meet in the country.
Photo classes and clubs near University City
- Drexel University, Westphal College of Media Arts & Design (BS in Photography)
Students can get education pricing on a lot of what we sell.
Common questions
Is there a camera store near University City, Philadelphia?
Yes. Unique Photo's Philadelphia store is about 3 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 University City?
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 University City?
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 University City?
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 University City without a car?
Yes. Take the Market-Frankford Line (L) east from 30th, 34th or 40th Street station to 2nd Street station, half a block from the store.