Camera store near West Chester, PA
Our Philadelphia store is about 24 miles from West Chester, on 2nd Street in Old City. The Philadelphia store opened in 2019 and takes up four floors. Product pages show what's in stock in Philadelphia, so you can check before the trip.
By transit from West Chester: SEPTA Route 104 bus to 69th St, then the Market-Frankford Line to 2nd St. By car, take US 202 north to the Schuylkill Expressway (I-76) east, then I-676 east to the 6th Street exit, south on 6th to Market Street and east on Market 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
“The person who helped me in the old town philly location was super helpful. Everyone was very nice.”
“Alex help me trade in some gear and purchase a new Sony a7V. He was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. Thank you.”
“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 West Chester shows up at checkout when it's available for your address and order.
Where to take pictures in West Chester
West Chester Downtown Historic District
Listed on the National Register in 1985, with more than 3,000 contributing buildings from 1789 to the 1930s.
Chester County Courthouse
Thomas U. Walter's Greek Revival courthouse at 2 North High Street, built 1846 to 1847. Walter later designed the U.S. Capitol dome.
Everhart Park
About 10 acres donated to the borough in 1905, with a footbridge over Blackhorse Run, which starts in the park.
West Chester has been the Chester County seat since 1786, and the courthouse sits at the center of the downtown grid.
Every year in West Chester
Lights Up and Christmas Parade (First Friday of December, evening)
The tree lighting starts at 6:30 pm and the parade follows at 7 through downtown.
Photo classes and clubs near West Chester
- Chester County Camera Club, West Chester (Wednesday meetings, in person and on Zoom)
Our own classes are on the class calendar.
Common questions
Is there a camera store near West Chester, PA?
Yes. Unique Photo's Philadelphia store is about 24 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 West Chester?
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 West Chester?
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 West Chester?
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 West Chester without a car?
Yes. SEPTA Route 104 bus to 69th St, then the Market-Frankford Line to 2nd St. By car, take US 202 north to the Schuylkill Expressway (I-76) east, then I-676 east to the 6th Street exit, south on 6th to Market Street and east on Market to 2nd Street.