Well made and fun products that genuinely make retro style photos easy without the need for editing and filters. The supplied filters for LRC just allow you to enhance the image already taken wit... See more
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Excellent customer service which is rare these days. Nelzon couldn't have been more helpful. We ordered the wrong lens and he sorted it out straight away for us. Already looking at ordering more produ... See more
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I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Retropia. I was so excited about this product, and I ordered it so quickly that I accidentally ordered the wrong mount. I reached out to customer service,... See more
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Let’s be honest, a quick and efficient assist on buying any product with these specifications can be a rare find. Refreshingly, Retropia from IG to ‘help email’ encounter was specific, effective and p... See more
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A camera accessory company specialising in unique lenses that give imagery a retro and vintage feel.
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United States
- support@retro-pia.com
- retro-pia.com
4.3
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565 reviews
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Great Customer Service
Genuinely helpful and very fast customer service from this business! Had all my questions answered and was sent a replacement product within a week of contact about a problem with my order!
4 April 2026
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Reply from Retropia®
Hi Emilia, thank you for sharing this.
I’m really glad the team was able to step in quickly, answer your questions, and get a replacement out to you without delay. That’s exactly how we want to handle situations like that.
We appreciate the support.
Again no answer from them
And again no answer from them! They are claiming it’s “new email system” - but look on the reviews, it’s been like this for months. Customers report support unresponsiveness all the time!
As for the refund - although I’ve cancelled my order within 2h time frame stated on their own web site, they charged me for delivery! Bcs they haven’t been answering for weeks to my cancellation request! That’s a scam! Same as their lenses - they cost 10$ on AliExpress. So ask yourself, if you wanna pay several times more for Chinese lens and 0 customer service. I wish I would have seen all these multiple reviews before I’ve started dealing with these scammers!
Order No 101875
11 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Retropia®
Hi Anastasia,
I’m sorry for the frustration this has caused and I understand your concerns.
We reached out to you yesterday regarding order #101875. Please check your inbox so we can move forward with resolving this for you.
I also want to apologize for the delay in responses. That shouldn’t have happened, and we’re working to ensure cases like yours are handled more promptly.
Best customer support I’ve experienced
Their response was extremely prompt, only a few minutes after I sent my email I got a response. They provided all the information I needed and reasonings to clarify anything that I might have not understood. Best customer support I have every encountered
10 April 2026
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Reply from Retropia®
Hi Alessia, thank you for sharing this.
I’m really glad you had such a smooth experience and that the team was able to respond quickly and clearly. That level of support is exactly what we aim for.
We truly appreciate the kind words.
Postal Service lost my package…
Postal Service lost my package unfortunately. The team (mostly Bradley) at Retropia were so understanding and helpful. With communication and a little patience they were able to resend my package. I cannot wait to try out the lens and flash kit. Will probably buy every product they put out from now on just for having such an awesome team!
2 April 2026
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Reply from Retropia®
Hi Kelcie, thank you for sharing this.
I’m really glad Bradley and the team were able to step in and get everything sorted for you. Situations like that can be frustrating, so it’s great to hear it was handled well.
We truly appreciate the support and your trust in us. Hope you love the lens and flash kit once it arrives.
I have not received my lense and the…
UPDATE: after two Months trying to get a repIy, I have been informed that I will receive a lense FOC. This has been shipped in the meantime. Hope it arrives this time.
My initial order number was 75886.
Initial review:
I have not received my lense and the support is ghosting me. I would rate zero, If it would be possible.
10 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Retropia®
Hi Simon,
I’m sorry to hear you haven’t received your lens and that you haven’t been getting responses. I understand how frustrating that must be.
My name is Ryan, Customer Support Manager at Retropia, and I want to help get this resolved for you. If you can share your order number and the email used for the purchase, I’ll look into this personally and make sure we take care of it.
I’ll make sure this gets handled properly for you.
Great Customer Support
Bought the wrong lens due to some information that was not on the website, and tried to return it only to be told that they would let me keep it and get the one that works for free (not including shipping) and had a great experience with the customer support.
8 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Retropia®
Hi Austin, thank you for sharing this.
I’m really glad the team was able to step in and turn that situation around for you. Mistakes happen, and it’s important to us that you still end up with the right setup.
Great to hear you had a positive experience with support as well. We appreciate the feedback.
10/10 customer experience
10/10 customer experience, the response time and the quality of customer service was amazing
7 April 2026
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Reply from Retropia®
Hi Sebastian, thank you for the kind words.
I’m really glad you had such a positive experience with both the response time and the level of support. That’s exactly what we aim to deliver.
We appreciate the support.
Had one issue with one product and they…
Had one issue with one product and they solved it in a great time and offered me a great solution
6 April 2026
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Reply from Retropia®
Hi Carlos, thank you for sharing this.
I’m really glad we were able to resolve the issue quickly and provide a solution that worked well for you. That’s exactly what we aim for.
We appreciate the support.
Thank you to Nelzon for assisting me…
Thank you to Nelzon for assisting me with my query so quickly and efficiently. I bought the lenses as a gift for a friend and they absolutely loved them!
30 March 2026
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Reply from Retropia®
Hi there, thank you for sharing this.
I’m really glad Nelzon was able to assist you quickly and that the lenses made a great gift. I’ll make sure this feedback gets passed along to him as well.
We appreciate the support.
Amazing Customer Service.
Their customer service is great! I made a mistake months ago on my order and got an incompatible lens. I figured that I might as well cut my losses but was able to contact support and receive a completely new and compatible one. Bradley and their team were incredibly helpful.
3 April 2026
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Reply from Retropia®
Hi Ashley, thank you for sharing this.
I’m really glad Bradley and the team were able to step in and help fix the compatibility issue for you, even after some time had passed. That’s exactly how we want to show up for our customers.
I’ll make sure your feedback gets passed along to him as well.
We appreciate the support.
Retropia is just a scam
Retropia is just a scam. Bad quality products. When you want to make a return they never respond.
10 March 2026
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Reply from Retropia®
Hi Pilar,
I’m really sorry to hear this has been your experience. If you’ve had trouble reaching us regarding a return, I understand why you’d feel this way.
My name is Ryan, Customer Support Manager at Retropia, and I want to help get this resolved for you. If you can share your order number and the email used for the purchase, I’ll review your case directly and make sure we take the appropriate next steps, whether that’s completing your return or issuing a refund.
I’ll make sure this is handled properly for you.
Very supportive team
Very supportive team, quick responses and smooth communication. I was impressed.
2 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Retropia®
Hi Vaiva, thank you for sharing this.
I’m really glad you had a smooth experience and that the team was able to support you quickly. That’s exactly what we aim for.
We appreciate the feedback.
Inspiring company with personalized care…
Inspiring company with personalized touch-points that got me excited to use their products and share with the world around me. Customer service is a game-changer experience for me where I feel seen and heard. Very cool company!
31 March 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Retropia®
Hi Joseph, thank you for sharing this.
I’m really glad to hear that the experience felt personal and that the team made you feel heard. That’s something we put a lot of focus on, so it means a lot to see it come through.
We appreciate the support and are excited for you to keep creating and sharing.
really cool lens
fast delivery, reasonable prices and really great accessories
5 March 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Retropia®
Hi Laszlo, thank you for the feedback.
I’m glad to hear everything arrived quickly and that you’re happy with the lens and accessories. We appreciate the support.
amazing retropia team!
I had a great experience with the Retropia team. I faced some customs delays in my country, and even though it wasn't their fault, they were incredibly helpful and kind throughout the entire process. Exceptional customer service. Highly recommended!
31 March 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Retropia®
Hi Maria, thank you for sharing this.
I’m really glad the team was able to support you through the customs delay and keep things moving. Even when it’s outside our control, we always want to make sure you’re taken care of.
We truly appreciate the recommendation and your support.
Not bad
Not bad, in certain circumstances it can be effective. The view finder is small and any sun reflection will glare.not great for manual focus but It does center well. Will experiment more. I like it.
30 March 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Retropia®
Hi Robert, thank you for sharing your feedback.
I’m glad to hear you’re finding it useful and that it centers well. I understand your point about the small viewfinder and glare in bright conditions, that can definitely make it a bit trickier to use, especially for manual focus.
It’s one of those tools that tends to shine in specific situations, so experimenting with different lighting and setups should help you get the most out of it.
Appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
Surprisingly good!
I honestly didn’t expect to like this lens as much as I do. The Retropia pancake lens is ridiculously compact and lightweight, which makes it perfect for everyday carry especially when I don’t feel like hauling around a full setup. It keeps my camera low-profile without sacrificing image quality.
The sharpness is impressive for the size, and it produces really pleasing colors with a nice, subtle character that gives photos a bit of nostalgic personality. I haven’t run into any major issues this far.
What really stands out is how fun it is to shoot with. It turns my camera into something I actually want to bring everywhere, which says a lot. For the price, it’s an absolute steal.
Highly recommend for anyone looking for a portable, capable lens with great everyday usability.
29 March 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Retropia®
Hi Nicole, thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed review.
I’m really glad the lens exceeded your expectations. That everyday carry feel and low profile setup is exactly what we designed it for, so it’s great to hear it’s become something you actually want to bring with you.
Also appreciate you calling out the colors, sharpness, and overall usability. That balance is something we put a lot of focus on.
Thanks again for the recommendation and support.
I've had a horrible experience with Retropia...
I've had a horrible experience with Retropia. I placed an order for their Retro Flash Pro on 12/4/25. The flash didn't get delivered until 12/20/25 and when I opened it the flash was broken. It didn't turn on even after trying everything I could. I contacted their support team right away with photos and videos of the non working flash. They were quick to respond initially and said they'd send a replacement. It's now been three months and I have yet to receive a replacement flash. I never got a new tracking number and reached out to their support team over three times before hearing a response. I would NOT buy from this company!
29 March 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Retropia®
Hi Kasidee,
I’m really sorry for the experience you’ve had. Receiving a defective item and then waiting this long for a replacement without clear updates is not acceptable.
My name is Ryan, Customer Support Manager at Retropia, and I want to take ownership of this for you.
If you can reply with your order number and the email used for the purchase, I’ll review your case immediately and check what happened with the replacement. From there, I’ll make sure this is resolved properly, whether that’s sending a new replacement with tracking or issuing a full refund, depending on what you prefer.
I’ll make sure this gets handled.
Ryan
Customer Support Manager
This lens is so much fun to shoot with…
This lens is so much fun to shoot with I love how low profile it is so easy to carry my camera around everywhere I go. Great for street photography and spontaneous adventures.
19 March 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Retropia®
Hi Cass, thank you for sharing this.
I’m really glad you’re enjoying the lens and how easy it is to carry around. That low profile, take-it-anywhere feel is exactly what it’s designed for, especially for street photography and spontaneous shots.
We appreciate the support.
Would be 5 stars but I didn’t really…
Would be 5 stars but I didn’t really know that it would be coming from China instead of being a domestic item, but lens is very good!
28 March 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Retropia®
Hi there, thank you for the honest feedback.
I’m glad to hear you’re happy with the lens. I understand the confusion around shipping, and I appreciate you calling that out. We’ll continue working on making delivery expectations clearer upfront.
Thanks again for the support.
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