CameraWorld Reviews 

7,238
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

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Considering 1,038 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the impressively fast delivery times and note that their delicate photographic equipment always arrives carefully packaged and in pristine condition. Many buyers also appreciate the highly competitive prices, the straightforward online ordering system, and the knowledgeable guidance provided by the friendly store staff. Some reviewers were not happy with unexpected delivery delays, explaining that shipments took much longer than initially promised to reach their final destination. A few people also mentioned experiencing frustrating issues regarding missing items, incorrect products being dispatched, and occasional difficulties when trying to get timely support.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Excellent comms, rapid despatch, well packed and lens exactly as described - will happily come to you again! Only downside was when your courier left the parcel with £2k-worth of kit outside our gate... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

This company were helpful with their advice and service. Delivery was well packaged and in good condition when it was delivered. A day later then the four days delivery time they said but that could b... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The parcel arrived well packed and in good condition. The courier let me down a bit by telling it was going to be delivered the day after they received it but later that day they told me there was a p... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service camera was delivered promptly and well packaged. Also received a follow up call from Dee which was positive. This was a present to my daughter who has confirmed the the camera is worki... See more


Company details

  1. Photo Shop
  2. Camera Store

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CameraWorld is a real camera shop, helping you to make the most of your hobby. Our expert team has many years' experience within the photographic trade with knowledge gained over 40 years. Many are photographers themselves and enjoy passing their knowledge on. You'll also find our online service fast, efficient and courteous and you can always call us if you want to talk to a human being. We are dedicated to bringing you the very best in service, choice and price. We are specialists in used equipment. We offer high prices for trade-in or even if you just want to sell your old gear. We'll even collect from you if that's more convenient, just call us to discuss your needs. We can give you an estimation over the phone so no need for complicated web forms if that is what you prefer. We always carry a huge range of used equipment which has been checked, cleaned and tested before sale. We also offer a guarantee for your peace of mind so buy with confidence and grab a bargain

Real People, Real Shops, Real Experts

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Real Camera Shops That Care About Your Hobby
We are an independent specialist photographic retailer with camera shops in London’s West End, Chelmsford, Essex and Stevenage, Hertfordshire, as well as online. Formed back in 1999 by keen photographers with decades of experience in camera retail, to offer the best in good old-fashioned service and the lowest online prices on the biggest range of top brands. We have won the Amateur Photographer Good Service Award every year since opening! All of our shops have keen photographers who love to pass on their knowledge with expert advice on the best new and used camera lenses, camera bags and tripods as well as the best deals on new and second hand digital cameras. We also stock a large range of the latest camera accessories, flashguns, scopes and binoculars. We are official retailers of Canon DSLR cameras and lenses, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Panasonic, and Olympus, as well as Sigma, Tamron and Zeiss lenses and top accessory brands. We are specialists in Part Exchange, second hand cameras, both film and digital cameras. If you need advice, or the best deal, get in touch or pop into a store.

Free delivery, extended guarantees, expert knowledge

Free insured courier delivery when you spend over £150

2 year guarantee on any new camera or lens over £300. If we can't fix it we'll replace or refund it. All our second hand equipment has been lovingly cleaned and checked and comes with a full CameraWorld 6 month guarantee allowing you to buy with confidence.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Strange behaviour for a supposedly reputable high street shop.

Ordered and paid for item early June, they didn’t have it in stock, said, next week, then another 2 weeks, then end of month, another two weeks etc. this went on until late July. Asked for refund, then no reply until I reported as a section 75 to my credit card company, then finally get email to say card had been refunded. Just as well I had paid using a credit card and not a debit card.

4 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very disappointing experience with…

Very disappointing experience with CameraWorld. I returned my order more than 10 days ago, but I still have not received my refund. It has now been over three weeks since I placed the order, and despite repeatedly contacting customer service, the issue remains unresolved.

My phone calls and emails have gone unanswered, leaving me with no information about when my refund will be processed. The delay and complete lack of communication are unacceptable. I would not recommend CameraWorld based on my experience.

31 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Overall excellent purchase

Bought a Billingham Hadley Small bag from the website on a Saturday.Delivered on Sunday. Prompt and well wrapped. Sadly, wrong bag - a Hadley Digital. This is a small Hadley, but not a Hadley Small 🫣. Left a phone message and email Sunday p.m. On Monday first thing I had a very apologetic email from Jordan. He arranged a prompt exchange. The bag is excellent. Price is great. Only thing of note is communication by telephone is very difficult. One line for two shops and an online business seems odd.

25 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Due to an accident and huge loss of…

Due to an accident and huge loss of earnings I needed to return an item just outside the 14 day return window. Same with MPB. They write back in an hour with return code. Camera world hasn't responded to any of my 3 emails and 4 Facebook messages. Dreadful service and won't be using them ever again..

29 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I ordered a quick release plate for my…

I ordered a quick release plate for my camera tripod . Had to wait a few weeks for it as that type seemed rather difficult to obtain at the time - a lot of other sellers did'nt have it in stock.
Anyway , I have it now & communications from Camera World have been good.

24 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Refund and no response

Refund and no response, I pre-ordered an item. Fortunately i was able to get the item elsewhere so I asked via email for a refund and to their credit they replied straight away saying it would be 3-5 days.
I waited, now on day 6 no response to my emails and telephone my call went straight to voicemail, no response to my message so I tried again later and now they are unable to accept any more messages as the system is full.

27 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Unprofessional outfit in my opinion

Ordered a lens offering next day delivery. They took the full amount ( £670 )
After 3 days and no lens or communication I cancelled the order and requested a refund ( no goods had exchanged )
Then silence --- no reply to e mails , phone calls or Paypal messages.
Took over a week to return my money. Thankfully I had payed via Paypal.
In my opinion this is an unprofessional outfit and other negative reviewers have said same.
If you really have to deal with them, make sure to use your credit card or Paypal. I will never use them again.

7 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I bought the bag based off of the stock…


I bought the bag based off of the stock status on the website being "in stock" and available for next day delivery. turns out the bag wasn't in stock and I had to wait two weeks to get it. it seems im not the only one who has experienced this, so please, whoever is managing the website, update it so stock levels are correct or dont offer next day service if it can't be guaranteed.

Staff that communicated the delay via email were pleasant and handled the situation in a fair enough manner. However it was left down to me to chase and ask for updates.

When I finally received the bag it was promptly sent via DPD next day delivery, except it was two weeks late, so kind of offset paying for that service.

All in all, i felt very misled by the website and was offered no compensation for the delay.

Based off this poor experience I wont be shopping through this company again.

5 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Replacement for Canon LP-E8 battery.

Was looking for a replacement for an old Canon battery pack LP-E8. Was pleased to find that easily on the Camera World website, easy to order & the new battery pack arrived quickly, and was well packaged.
The recommended replacement fitted my camera & is working perfectly.
Very pleased & will be using CameraWorld again for any future purchases.

7 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful company

Awful company. I made a very expensive purchase and paid for next day delivery. It’s been over one week and I still haven’t received my item and no one from this company is helping me even though I have emailed them several times. I highly advise you not to purchase from them or else they will take your money and not deliver the product.

21 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good value product, delivery slow

Product was good at a good price but the delivery took some time, I rearranged scheduled deliver for Monday but didn't arrive, rearranged for Wednesday and again didn't arrive, finally turned up on Thursday after emailing DPD and copying Camera World

16 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Excellent comms, rapid despatch, well packed and lens exactly as described - will happily come to you again! Only downside was when your courier left the parcel with £2k-worth of kit outside our gate just two meters from the public road. You responded promptly when notified of this and have hopefully switched to a responsible courier.

14 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New Camera

My son was looking for a new camera, and Jordan went above and beyond and provided me with a brand new unopened box for the same price as an open box. Thanks for all your help, Jordan, one very happy 19-year-old!

17 July 2026
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