Good lens at a great price, and held for me for a few days to decide. The addition of a nikon filter to protect the lens front element being included in the price was a nice bonus. Well packaged and... See more
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Spoke to someone at the Manchester LCE regarding one of the used lenses. All questions I had were answered, and I made the purchase online. The lens shipped that day, surprisingly, being mid afterno... See more
I’m always cautious about buying a used item, but the lens from LCE Manchester was exactly as described and with all original packaging. It would be nice if LCE offered a 12 month warranty like the tw... See more
My purchase of a S/H lens was straight forward with my queries for further information answered promptly. The delivery was by DPS ( very reliable ) at the time given earlier that day, it arrived well... See more
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Established in Guildford in 1956, London Camera Exchange have grown to be the UK’s premier Specialist Photographic Retailer with 26 nationwide high street locations. An employee-owned business since March 2021 that continues to evolve and build on an unrivalled 67 years of heritage. We deliver award-winning service, provide impartial expert advice and knowledge across the widest selection of cameras, lenses, binocular and optical equipment from the industry’s leading brands. As our name suggests, we are also the best place to trade-in or trade up for photographic equipment. We look forward to welcoming you in one of our high street stores or our web shop.
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16 Cross Street, M2 7AE, Manchester, United Kingdom
- 01618347500
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A rare online shopping experience
A rare online shopping experience. The communication couldn't have been better if I was in store in person, the experience was seamless from ordering to delivery within 24 hours. Genuinly, a massive thank you to the LCE team.
Quick delivery great second hand lenses.
Another great LCE experience.
Swift, helpful communication. Camera is immaculate - like new, exceeding expectations, especially at the competitive price. LCE remains my first port of call for used photo gear. Thank you.
I like the friendly service
I like the friendly service. They go out of their way to help you, I have had a good price in the past part exchanging my gear and free next day delivery.
Thanks.
I would highly recommend LCE and I have…
I would highly recommend LCE and I have bought many gears from them. Excellent service and plenty of choice with fair price - also important that they have 6 month warranty to really help make things right when wrong.
Very good efficient service as always
Very good efficient service as always. Quick delivery items as described.
Canon 6DMk2 body
My 6DMk2 camera body seems in actually better condition than described. Plenty of bubble wrap, double boxed. Thanks.
Very kind and helpful staff
I had a fantastic experience with London Exchange Cameras in Manchester. The staff have been absolutely invaluable — not only during the purchase of my lens but especially with their excellent after-sales service.
I was having difficulty claiming the cash-back offer that came with my purchase, as I hadn’t realised it needed to be done online by the customer. When I contacted the store to enquire about it, a member of staff kindly explained how it worked. Upon realising I was struggling with the process, they generously offered to submit the claim on my behalf.
I was incredibly impressed with their kindness, patience, and willingness to go the extra mile. It's rare to come across such genuine and helpful customer service these days. I highly recommend London Exchange Cameras and wouldn’t hesitate to return for future purchases.
Mr Basilio Leone
Quality Products and Quality Service
The Manchester Branch was very helpful in advising on delivery options and arranged "Click & Collect" from the LCE Portsmouth Branch. Good communications from Staff at both branches resulted in swift, safe arrival of my purchase. Goods were exactly as described and competitively priced.
The guy I saw in Worcester shop was…
The guy I saw in Worcester shop was very helpful about a non-viable repair to my lens and sought out a replacement as we were speaking. Obviously knew his stuff!
Online Purchase of Sigma Lens
Purchased a used Sigma Lens from Manchester LCE, Ben was helpful when I had trouble with online website and honest with the lens condition. Would be happy to purchase from them again.
I saw a lense on the Manchester site…
I saw a lense on the Manchester site 2nd hand I e mailed them within a few mins I had received a reply from Gary bought the lense and he kept me updated the whole way along and the lense came the following day. Superb service and couldn't fault them at all.
Excellent service
Very pleased with my new Leica binoculars. They arrived quickly and in excellent condition. The Manchester branch were very helpful and answered my query quickly. Would highly recommend
Absolutely brilliant
Absolutely brilliant, there was a case with the camera that I didn't know about .Also my camera and lens are in excellent condition.
good shopping experience
The items were photographed which gave an excellent description and arrived the next day which made for a really good experience many thanks
Great service
I was very impressed with the speed of delivery (less than 24 hours) and how well the camera was packed. But most of all, its condition exceeded my expectations based on the information on their website.
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