I recently bought a modestly priced used camera from an LCE branch far from my home. As i was not sure when I would be at home to take delivery, I asked for shipment to be paused for 5 or so days. Man... See more
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Came in with my son looking for his first camera, both of is being complete novices but the staff were absolutely brilliant. Talked us through all of the options available and we were able to find the... See more
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Established in 1987, and a London Camera Exchange since 2015, we are located in the busy suburb of Gosforth, just a few minutes north of the city centre. We sell all of the best and newest bits of kit, from the leading manufacturers. We offer part exchange and have a comprehensive range of used equipment. Our very friendly team of five are all approachable and knowledgeable. We are all photographers as well as working within the shop, so its not only our business it's our personal interest. So we will always give you our honest advice and expertise.
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76 High Street, Gosforth, NE3 1HB, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- 01912130060
4.9
Excellent
364 reviews
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Excellent service
Easy to find what I wanted on the website and make the purchase. Item was in stock, I was kept informed of progress, and it was delivered promptly by a reliable and reputable delivery service. Very pleased with the item so far - exactly what I was looking for. Also there is an LCE store local to me in Reading should I have any issues in the future. Actual camera shops are a rarity these days.
20 June 2025
A timely and efficient transaction.
Having seen the Olympus 14-42mm EZ lens advertised for sale, I jumped at the chance of getting a replacement for my recently-failed one.
I sent a query about part-exchanging my Olympus 17mm f2.8 and received a rapid response.
Collection was arranged, quickly checked by staff and the order given to proceed with the deal.
11 June 2025
Used camera…
I purchased a camera that was decribed as good condition it was not good condition it was excellent! condition.
A 1st class service from start to finish.
Thank you
Tony
18 June 2025
Excellent service "cautious" descriptions
I was slightly worried that the lens was described as "good" rather than "excellent" after talking to someone at the branch (who implied that their descriptions erred on the side of caution) I decided to risk it. In fact I suspect most people would have described the lens as "virtually mint"!
17 June 2025
Easy to order and arrived quickly
Easy to order and arrived quickly. Received regular updates.
16 June 2025
Service and communication
Service and communication was exemplary and they were prompt with my order and delivery.
12 June 2025
Staff on the phone could not of been…
Staff on the phone could not of been any more helpful if they tried absolutely knowledgeable polite and helpful thanks for making it so easy
10 June 2025
Great service and reliable.
I bought a camera from them 2 years ago and the service I received was great. So I wanted a new lens for my partner as a present so I bought 1 from these as I knew I would get a reliable lens. Thanks very much guys.
9 June 2025
Easy to use website and easy to order
Easy to use website and easy to order. Item was sent out very quickly. The lens was as described if not better.
2 June 2025
Prompt delivery
Prompt delivery, quality goods. First time with this company and would not hesitate to use again.
31 May 2025
Great prices and service as always.
30 May 2025
Got what I was looking for with ease…
Got what I was looking for with ease and delivered to me in great order. The you I'll use again.
19 May 2025
Great service as usual
As per usual, the whole process of product knowledge, sales, despatched, packing and delivery were all faultless. Many thanks
12 May 2025
Alway have something interesting in the…
Alway have something interesting in the shop I try to go every Saturday with the wife and often come out of the shop two or three maybe five hundred pounds lighter 😅, Staff always help and give honest advice regrettable couldn't supply me with a Nikon D850 with 50mm lens filter and Nikon battery grip with spare battery had to go to Wex wife spent over three thousand pounds at Wex.
This camera was bought as a birthday present from the wife.
1 March 2025
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A great service and product from LCE
A great service and product from LCE, I have been using them for decades, both my local store and mail order from various sites and I feel I can totally trust them for buying used equipment. Many thanks.
7 May 2025
Great description and quick delivery
The lens was as described. Delivery was very quick with good communication.
3 May 2025
I had a problem with my camera
I had a problem with my camera, went to the Gosforth shop and it was sorted quickly and satisfactorily. Pleasant and helpful staff.
5 May 2025
Customer serice is good
Great customer service and communication.
Even gave me a strap as a gift!
17 May 2025
Unprompted review
Very good experience
Very good experience, as always. Bought a lot of LCE and always a pleasure.
30 April 2025
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