Great local photography shop!! I came in to purchase a seamless paper backdrop for the first time. Trevor was quick to assist me and found the exact color I wanted. When I was concerned about the length of the box fitting into my sedan, he helped put it into my car. Great service and selection. I'll definitely be coming back!! read more

Great Camera Store. All the wonderful service and equipment of their original location in North Park but with tons of parking and no traffic. I love that they take as much time as you need to try out the equipment, answer questions and offer guidance. Another great feature is their rental shop. I love the idea of try it before you buy it. The office grand opening is in a couple of weeks and should run until beginning of November. Sounds like they will have company reps there and maybe some deals! read more

My camera was front focussing and George's camera shop was amazing. I was referred to them by a friend and was so happy with the results. They fixed my camera and I had it back in two days. They also showed me how to fix it myself the next time it happens. Excellent service! read more

The staff always talks to me with a tone of superiority. When I asked about switching from Canon to Nikon I received very short answers. The showroom was dead at the time as well. read more

Stoked I don't have to head downtown for a decent camera store. I live in North County and now we have nothing. The employees seem well informed. The store is small, but well stocked for pro level gear & down. They have a good selection of rental gear too. read more

Best camera store I've been to. The people that work there are so helpful! They all know their stuff! Quality!

An old Calumet regular who is just happy to say; I found Jim! Read my Calumet review to know why that is so fantastic! It's now worth the drive from Fallbrook to rent from George's. read more

Patrick at George's Camera in Clairemont Mesa was very patient with me today. He probably spent an hour and a half showing me different lens options to replace my fifteen year old Nikon 70-200mm 2.8 lens that broke. I was nervous about spending a lot of money on a new lens, and I appreciate that he didn't try to up-sell me, or pressure me into buying a lens I couldn't afford. The store was pretty busy, and I have to say that someone was always checking in on me to see if I needed any help while Patrick helped other customers when I was trying to decide which lens to purchase. You can't get that customer service on-line! I highly recommend George's Camera in Clairemont Mesa, and I will continue to do business there when I move on from my SLR to a mirrorless camera some day! read more

Love how close this location is to my house. Used to go to the one in North Park. Although, the employees are way nicer at the other location. I would have given this place 5 stars, but every time I come here no one acknowledges me and I always have to get someone's attention. Other then that, they have a lot of good products. Just wish they were a bit friendlier. read more

Recently visited the Clairemont Mesa Blvd store and was very pleased with the friendly service and helpful associates. Coincidentally when I returned to the store for the second time to purchase another lens, the same sales associate, Casey, was there to answer all of my questions. She took her time with me since I am a novice, and explained everything very thoroughly to me. After visiting the camera department at Best Buy, George's Camera was like a breath of fresh air! read more

Miguel, you're funny. Maybe the fact the place is so big makes it look spacious. I'm a pro and I found a lot to check out. Nothing wrong with bags. I've been going to Georges for years (support your local store so you have one) and Georges has evolved into a good store. If someone doesn't have the answer someone else will. The day of acting elitist and condescending is gone. If they don't have something ask, maybe the other store has it and can get it to you. Guess I'm just glad it's closer to the north county and has parking. read more

I'm so glad they opened this location. Parking (pro tip: there's more in the back) makes it worth the trip. Staff is about as knowledgeable as you would expect from a camera store. The only reason why they don't get a five from me is because they are a little more expensive than online store. Excellent service. read more

There are very few bargains here. Maybe on pre owned lenses but I didn't look at the prices sorry. All other items are good quality but expensive. Yes camera equipment it expensive but this store offers no discount for the bargain hunter. 60 dollars for the 5in 1 reflector. Little selection of new lenses and even less selection of DSLR cameras ... In a camera store. I'll be looking for a better camera store in the San Diego area. Sammys I hear is good. read more

Love this local resource! I have a shoot tomorrow and while checking my CF Card found one was fried. I called George's Kearny Mesa location and spoke to a very helpful employee, Patrick. He went above and beyond to find me a replacement card. I really appreciate it! Highly recommend them! read more

Needed a 430 ex II last minute. Called, placed on hold, it was there when I arrived. Friendly service, quick checkout, and my item was there when I expected it to be. Can't ask for much more. read more

I brought my Nikon SLR into Ken's today as I couldn't seem to get it to power up to take pictures, figuring that it would require a major repair. Linda greeted me as soon as I walked in and quickly determined what the problem was. I was expecting that a major repair might be required. She noted that a memory card was not in place and simply made an adjustment on the screen and the camera fired up again. I needed a new charger which set me back only $60. I was very happy the speed, honesty and competency encountered at Ken's Camera's. I will be back and highly recommend them to anyone who owns or needs to rent a camera! read more

I would really give a 4.5 but don't want to give a lower average. LOL. Anyway, I won't lie that I don't get most of my stuff on Amazon, but George's is my go to locally when I need somethimg ASAP. They are usually (95%) very knoweable about what I looking for. I always call ahead of time and the item is waiting for me when I come in and make the trip fast. Thanks. read more

What a great place! And a reminder why local business matters: quality, expertise, service, and an all around good experience. I bought my camera elsewhere and took it to George's for a repair estimate. They sent it out and the estimate was free. Ultimately, I decided the camera wasn't worth the repair expense. But the whole time - even after they knew they were making $0 off of me - they treated me like a customer should be treated, and even offered me free advice on how to continue using my camera with its limited functionality. Patrick also kept me reliably updated via email throughout the estimate process. Next time you need a camera or anything camera-related, go to George's and remind yourself how truly special it is not to have to send an email, be placed on hold, and just to talk to friendly, knowledgeable people face-to-face. read more

JIM IS THE MAN! This was our first time renting equipment at George's camera. Jim gave us a lot of knowledge on all the equipment. I really appreciate the time he took to help us. We will be back forever! read more

This place is great! The people there are so upbeat and helpful. They helped me complete several different transactions and were pleasant throughout the whole thing and were very knowledgeable, not only with the equipment but it's usage as well so they get 5 stars. read more

George's is great! Friendly service, great inventory, they have everything you need and GREAT classes, too!

I hired my first camera body and they really took care of me. Totally working working with my needs, were super understanding and patient. Best customer service I've experienced. Definitely the place to go for processing film, printing needs, and rentals! Not to mention their range of camera equipment. read more

Favorite camera store in San Diego. Super knowledgeable and friendly staff!

love this place. I have rented from here a couple of times. Reasonably priced. Jim is friendly and very helpful in helping me decide what I wanted to rent. Will definitely come here again. read more

Super friendly and knowledgeable staff. Excellent service and prices. Highly recommended.

Good place for all your camera needs, especially if you're in a pinch. They carry everything a photographer needs, but my only gripe is the prices that compare to online services such as amazon. Friendly and knowledgable individuals operating the storefront! read more

This place is my go to photography store in San Diego. A step above all the rest. Coming from a customer service background, this place is top notch. They remember your name and remember what you last bought, and offer great suggestions without being pushy or put off by questions. The rental department is really great as well, very reliable and they have alot of gear! Stand out empoyees: Pat! Larry! Linda! Jim! The only camera store I go to. Thanks for all of the support Georges! read more

The people here are awesome. They've always been friendly and accommodating. I used to live 45 mins away and made the trip because they are that good. read more

Great staff! They help you understand your camera and its capabilities without making you feel dumb.

Walked in with my camera that's been broken for some time now. They were honest and didn't mind telling me I was better off just replacing the whole camera since its older. I appreciate honesty! Can't wait to go back and get all the stuff I want from there! read more

Larry was awesome and really helpful! I will for sure be back here in the future. I recommend to everyone. Thank you.

Your experience may vary on who's working the sales counter. I came in once where the woman working the sales counter was great, helpful, and nice. Same trip the guy working the rental department was also great. My most recent trip, I wanted to get some information regarding Sony lenses and cameras and the old guy working the sales counter was preoccupied with phone to be bothered to help me. By the time, I got his attention for a moment, I asked to see a lens along with a body. He let me see the lens, but not the body and said it would be a moment. What am I supposed to do with half of a setup? Then when he finally got off the phone, he just put the lens back and started helping someone else. I got fed up with that nonsense and left. I was planning on picking up a lens or two, but the service was terrible and so is their selection of gear. So much for supporting your local photo store. read more

I called on a Monday at 10am to ask a simple question about available film stock. I was stuck on hold forever, listening to the most obnoxious hold music / advertisements I have ever encountered. After 10 minutes I hung up and gave up. I never did talk to a human. read more

Rental and Repair dept. As a professional photographer there is a major lack of a quality photography store here in San Diego. But Georges has filled that gap very well. I can rely on getting most of the things I need done locally at reasonable prices. Also they have a great rental and repair department. I had a old discounted Cannon L lens and they where able to repair it. I would highly recommend read more

Horrible and humiliating customer service. I called in to make a reservation for a camera lens and the sales associate was being rude and making fun of me for not knowing their policies. I recommend hiring a new set of employees for this is very unprofessional for a business. read more

First time today...great people not pushy just helpful great variety of product and NO overpriced items before you buy online check this place out and if you shoot film they have you covered. read more

Always held this shop in high regard, but not anymore. I took my camera here for a lens repair/replacement and they sent it out to another shop. The lens was replaced but the camera won't focus. Took it back and the shop they sent it out to didn't want to honor their warranty. After some time they sent it out again and called me and said it was fixed. It wasn't. I paid over $160 for shoddy repairs and my camera won't focus. Never shopping here again. Beware-take your camera somewhere else for repairs. read more

I've been coming here for all my rental needs for about 2 years now. Jim takes SUPER good care of me...great, friendly guy with an immense amount of photography and equipment knowledge. I don't go anywhere else! I even purchased a camera from here recently and once again took care of me! Threw in a bunch of coupons for rental credit, camera maintenance and cleaning, etc. and gave me an amazing deal. I would trust this place head and shoulder above anyone else for questions and equipment needs. Love George's Camera!!! Did I mention I travel about 45 mins to come here? WORTH IT!!! read more

Great customer service! Daniel was attentive to my questions and showed me a couple of cameras that would meet my needs. He also informed me of the store's rental policy for my consideration. So glad that I visited the store - I can now make a more informed decision! read more

The service was amazing, David helped me pick out exactly what I was looking for. He made the purchase a snap. Come by and give these guys a try, you won't be sorry. read more