I've used them to repair a bad "aperture" on a Canon EF 11-24mm and a Canon EF 24-105mm. Mark did great work both times. He is honest and fair; it's great to deal face to face with a real human, and not send the gear off to some faceless Canon facility. Highly recommended. read more

Mark is the best! I dropped off my Canon AE-1 to get the light meter replaced and he did such a wonderful job. Really recommend if you're looking for a place to do repairs on film cameras! read more

Midstate Camera Repair - Canon AE-1 post repairs - Photography Stores & Services Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Mark and the team at Midstate are the BEST. Professional and personable. I've been sending gear there for years, from personal gear to my business equipment to now my corporate employer's cameras. They've fixed a few Canon 24-70s, a Canon 70-200, Canon mirrorless bodies, Canon and Nikon DSLR bodies, and more for me. They even fixed a lens Canon Professional Service said was "unrepairable"! I'm getting ready to send another package of several items off to them. read more

Mark has cleaned several 35mm film and DSLR bodies- he's responsive, incredibly knowledgeable, fair priced and a really nice guy- I would never take my gear elsewhere and feel lucky he's in Providence! read more

I had two sets of Canon camera and lens clean up here. It was nice job. Mark is a pro. Thanks.

My husband purchased a Nikon DSLR 8 months ago for me and I was using it when it randomly froze. No buttons were working, and the only way to turn it off was taking the battery out. I ended up coming here to get it looked at and the service was great! They were able to determine what was going on quickly and called me back after 2 hours of dropping it off. Would definitely recommend if you want professional, quick and easy service! read more

I recently made a booboo with my DSLR camera. It wasn't a major discretion, but I kinda sorta touched something inside the camera trying to clean a hair I saw in my viewfinder and after that things were out of wack (I totally tried to clean the wrong thing). I looked online for a local camera repair shop and found Midstate Camera Repair. My camera booboo occurred on a Saturday afternoon, and they close at noon on Saturdays and are closed Sundays, so I panicked for an entire weekend before I could drop my camera off first thing Monday morning. Well let's just say I was super relieved after bringing my camera in to Midstate Camera Repair. It's owned by two brothers and they are both so nice. They told me not to worry and that the part of the camera I had inadvertently touched was something they could easily clean and even if the part had somehow gotten scratched and needed to be replaced (it was some kind of internal lens made of frosted glass, can't remember what it's called) it would only cost an extra $10. Cleaning it was $45. This was a lot cheaper than I thought it would be because I wasn't sure what was wrong and at the time it wasn't even taking pictures so I was freaking out. Not gonna lie. Mark (one of the owners) told me my camera would probably be ready by the following Wednesday, but I actually got a call a few hours later letting me know it was already fixed and ready to go! What a delightful surprise! Not only was it cheap, but also fast, and the service can't be beat. I know that from now on I will NOT take it upon myself to try and clean stray hairs or dust or whatnot from inside my camera because I will inadvertently screw up my camera. I've learned my lesson and from now on I will only be bringing it to Midstate Camera Repair for all of my camera needs! read more

I recently had Mark at Midstate Camera Repair clean and change the light leak foams and mirror damper cushion on my 42-year-old Nikon FM. While the camera had worked flawlessly ever since I bought it, I had not used it for the last 6-8 years with the advent of digital photography and the accompanying decline in film. The foam in the light seals and the mirror damper were starting to give. Mark did a really all-round good job: changing the light seals and the mirror damper, cleaning the viewfinder, checking the shutter speeds, and my FM that I always considered an engineering marvel is as good as new. Mark is a thorough professional and I appreciated his dedication to customer service. He totally understands the emotional connection that we have to our beloved film cameras, especially the ones we learned on. Based on my experience, I highly recommend Mark and Midstate in Providence, RI for any repairs on cameras. read more

I've had several great experiences with Mark at Midstate. He repaired a Canon AE-1 Program I bought, getting it ready to shoot. I've also rented gear from him and he's always easy to communicate with and a pleasure to chat with. read more

I LOVE this place!! I couldn't recommend them enough! They are so knowledgeable. They knew what was wrong with my camera without even looking at it. Cleaned all my gear and fixed my very old film camera as well. Prices are reasonable, they're super friendly and they were done in 24 hours. Can't beat that! read more

Extremely knowledgable professional. Well worth the hour drive. Reasonably priced, fast service. Location is easy to find. Visiting the workshop was quite a treat, walls of shelves filled with every type and generation of cameras. What a treat to see! read more

The owner is SO nice and the prices are great! He fixed my camera in two seconds. Awesome place!

satisfied. I have had trouble selling my Canon kit zoom lens (18-135mm) because it had lots of dust inside from zooming the lens (zoom lenses stink that way) Midstate Camera Repair managed to clean out 95% of the dust and tested the lens functions for me. It wasn't expensive, which was relieving considering that I knew I would have been paying 4x more to send a lens I no longer need in to Canon. P.S. They don't take plastic, only cash or checks. read more

Workers are straight to the point. They will give you a repair quote before charging you anything.This is great since you're not forced to pay up front. My Canon Powershot SD780 IS had a broken video/camera switch button so I couldn't switch between the camera and video recording mode. Not only did Midstate fix my Canon but they replaced the back body of my camera with a less scratched one. They also gave me a free carrying strap for my camera. The fix was cheap and fast and I got some free goodies. I will definitely come back again for any camera servicing. read more

Awesome. Took a 1975?6?7?8?? Pentax K1000 to repair some last minute mistake we made trying to clean it ourselves at home. I was like YO DUDES I gotta be outta the country in like FORTY EIGHT HOURS - Stat - so, I dunno if it's possible buuuutttt.... 24 hour turnaround, perfectly working camera - cost $75. Playing around with film for the first time in Thailand = priceless. They even wrote down some ideal settings for certain conditions shooting - like a mini lesson, cool. read more

They do a GREAT job. Straight forward and honest. read more

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My Nikon D40x stopped working in Iceland (maybe it was too cold?) and again in Puerto Rico (maybe it was too warm?). What the heck was wrong? I brought my Nikon to Midstate Camera in hopes of repair. They fixed my camera by giving it a proper cleaning - only $35 - and sent me on my merry way to Hunts for a lens upgrade. Thank you to the two brothers own this place and I am grateful for your knowledge, professionalism and honesty. read more

Could not recommend them enough! Mark and Keith are extremely knowledgeable, very friendly, and offer fair prices for their services! Midstate is by far the best Camera Repair service around! Will be the only shop I visit any time I need work done on my equipment! read more

I am so glad I found this place! I am a professional photographer and my 70 to 200 mm lens (my baby) was suddenly taking very blurry photos. I called a few places but Midstate was by far the most personable off the bat. I brought my camera and lens there and they got back to me with a free quote within two days. My lens needed so much work that they were going to have to ship it off to Nikon. As you can imagine this was unnerving to say the least. The cost, the time without my best lens, etc. Midstate calmed my nerves and reassured me that although this will be costly, I will be getting back a lens in "like new" condition. Not to mention they took care of all of the communication and shipping to and from Nikon. While the lens was at Nikon, I called Midstate more times than necessary to check in and they were always friendly and even made me laugh! As soon as my lens was back in their hands, they called me to come pick it up. My lens is now working wonderfully! I will be bringing my photo equipment to Midstate from now on. read more

Friendly. Not jaded. Faster turnaround than the manufacturer. Seem to know their stuff really well. Will return for their business.

This place is the best - cleaned up each of my two cameras for $45 each. Anywhere else you have to pay $400 just for them to take a look. Great service - I feel so lucky to know about them! read more

Was dreading to take my camera in as I thought it would have been expensive to repair. Camera fell on ground and lense filter smashed. Couldn't get the filter off and feared my camera was broken! Took it to Midstate and they repaired it in while I waited for practically nothing! Only regret is that I didn't go sooner!! read more

I've had work done at Midstate a few times and always had great service and results. On two of those occasions Midstate was able to help me out when no one else woudl for out of warranty service. Once they repaired a flash unit I had damaged for a tiny fraction of the cost of replacement. A great company with great service. read more

I am not one to write reviews however I was so pleased with my experience at Midstate I couldn't not share. When my camera suddenly stopped working and I was desperate to get it fixed but also not able to pay a fortune these guys bailed me out. They were super nice, super fast, and super affordable. They explained what the problem was and were honest about my options to fix it. They had it done in a few days and it works great. I was so pleased I offered a small tip which was refused. My only regret is it has taken me about a month or two to do this review because I have been so busy taking pictures. Thank you so much Midstate. You have my business for life. read more

Do you prefer Canon or Nikon? Keith and Mark of Midstate Camera will fix any camera, film or digital, and fix it right! I bring them about a dozen cameras a year to be serviced and cleaned, I work at a famous Art and Design college in Providence. Any equipment from a broken tripod to Strobe that wont fire, they fix everything I throw at them and fix it at a reasonable price. Forget shipping your equipment across the country, just drive over to Warwick and let a local professional fix it for you. read more

I went in today for something I thought was broken on my camera, turns out it was just some loose screws ! He was honest and didn't lie about what was wrong with it and just fixed it for free!Recommend their services! read more

If you need any work done on a camera, lens, etc. in the southern New England area, these are your guys. If it can be fixed, they will get it done and at a reasonable price. Keith and Mark really know what they are doing and will be honest with you. Don't take your camera and accessories anywhere else. read more

I have used Keith and Mark's service off and on for the last 25 years. Having moved out to the area I called them for a repair on my D600. They had to send it out to Nikon for service, Keith called with a quote. and the repair was made promptly. Furthermore,he sent it out the next day. Called to let me know it was sent. I cannot emphasize enough how professionally they deal with the customer. Very honest people to deal with. I highly recommend Mid State Camera repair read more

The best! I take my cameras to be cleaned regularly and I had some repairs done over the years, they are awesome. Always excellent customer service and technical support. I highly recommend them for any camera and lenses needs. read more

These guys rock. Fixed my Canon 60D and just this week "unstuck" my polarizing and clear filters that seemed like they got glued together. And they didn't charge me! Look no further in Rhode Island for Camera Repairs. Paul read more

I needed a small e-clip for a discontinued lens hood. Even Canon no longer stocked the part. Mark did some searching, found a clip that worked and fixed it. Great service and friendly atmosphere. If I need anything fixed, cleaned or adjusted, I'll make these guys my first stop. read more

I am a professional photographer and had a guest whack into my camera at this past weekend's wedding, shattering the lens filter on one of my L series lenses as well as completely dislodging my camera's shoe mount to the point where screwing it back in was not going to cut it. I was there by 9:30 this am, grabbed some breakfast, and was off on my way home by 10:30. It also only cost $65 for the two repair and as an added bonus he cleaned my camera's sensor for free . Def better than my experience with canon cps in every way! read more

I just returned from Midstate Camera Repair. Very personable, professional and willing to listen to a novice, . Checked my camera, found the problem, fixed it and gave me a referral to find a replacement lens, all in fifteen minutes. After the run around at other repair shops, this is refreshing. Highly recommend. read more

I just call for repair my loose focus ring on Canon EF 70-200f2.8 L lens. I am not in local and live in CA, he help me to find local store.

after sending my dSLR camera back to the company that made it for repairs and it being sent back to me with the same issues i took all of my professional photographer friends advice and went to midstate. best decision i have ever made. i walked in described the issue and within minutes they were talking me through the problem and how to rectify it. it turned out to be a simple setting in the camera. the brand name company didn't even address this with me and charged me for repairs i didn't even want. lesson learned. i will always bring my gear to midstate. always! they were kind and understanding and treated my silly little camera setting issue with professionalism and respect. read more

Took my Canon 30D to be cleaned; they were friendly, fast and fairly-priced. I'll definitely be taking any camera cleaning or repair business here. read more

They were great - super helpful and straightforward. Will work with you if you have a deadline for your gear. Did a much better job of packing up my gear when they sent it back to me than I did when I sent it! Had two lenses repaired and they look great! Wish I had sent them a few more. read more

If you are to travel anywhere else with your camera for a cleaning, repair, or any other sort of maintenance you may require, you are missing a chance to experience not only absolute top-tier service, but an indisputable level of respect and compassion. It's what they do. read more

I own a small photo business, Victory Photos. We are event photographers though we do mostly sports. Shooting sports full time is murder on cameras. They get hit with hockey pucks, lacrosse balls, football helmets, etc. This year I sent in a Nikon D7100 and I just mailed in a Nikon D7200 to them. They have fair honest pricing and the quality of the repair is perfect. They really double check your camera's functionality before releasing it back to you. I have never had a problem with them. They are friendly too, a nice family business. read more

I brought my Mamiya RB67 to them because my shutter locked. After extensive research on how to fix it myself I brought it to them being too scared to mess with it. I told him what I read the problem most likely is and he told menu was wrong an continued to say I needed to buy a new body. I left the camera with him to get the locked lens off and spent $100 on a new body. Then after saying he would call me that wednesday, 2 weeks went buy and I had to call him several times to even get a status on the camera. I told him again about the 'paper clip' trick I read about to release the lens and he told me that wasn't the issue. After being fed up and camera-less for two weeks while he said he could fix it I picked up my broken camera and sat in my car for 15 min doing the 'paper clip trick' I read about and fixed my camera myself.. This guy is an idiot and I would never recommend him to anyone or trust him with my gear ever again. read more