Welcome to STL Vintage Camera
We're St. Louis's dedicated home for vintage film cameras, lenses, and the people who love them. Every piece in our shop has been hand-selected, tested, and loved — ready for its next chapter with you.
About Us
STL Vintage Camera was born from a simple conviction: that the mechanical beauty of vintage cameras deserves a home, and that every photographer — whether picking up their first rangefinder or their fiftieth lens — deserves a shop that cares as much as they do.
We're not a big-box store. We're a small team of film enthusiasts right here in St. Louis, hand-testing every camera, cleaning every lens, and making sure each piece is in working order before it reaches our shelves. If we wouldn't put it in our own bags, we won't sell it to you.
Our Collection
From classic 35mm point-and-shoots to medium format workhorses — every piece is inspected, cleaned, and ready to shoot.
35mm Film
Compact, versatile, and endlessly rewarding. From beginner-friendly point-and-shoots to enthusiast SLRs and rangefinders.
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Medium Format
Larger negatives, richer detail, unmistakable character. Hasselblad, Mamiya, Pentax 67, and more for the serious analog photographer.
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Lenses & Optics
Prime lenses, zooms, and specialty optics from the golden age of lens crafting. Each one cleaned and optically tested.
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We keep your gear running and your film flowing — with expertise and a genuine love for the craft.
Shutter problems, light seal replacements, winding mechanisms — we diagnose and repair film cameras with care and precision. Bring yours in for an evaluation.
Buy, sell, or trade. Whether you're upgrading your first camera or adding a specialist to your collection, we'll help you find the right match.
Film stock, batteries, cases, straps, and everything you need to keep shooting. We carry the essentials and the specialties.
Community
The best part of running this shop is the people — fellow film lovers who make St. Louis's analog scene so special.
I walked in not knowing anything about film cameras and walked out with a beautifully restored Olympus and a whole new hobby. The team made it feel effortless.
St. Louis, MO
They repaired my grandmother's old Pentax and it works like new. You can tell they genuinely care about these machines — this isn't just a business to them.
St. Louis, MO
Best selection of vintage gear in the city, hands down. I've bought three cameras here and each one was in perfect condition. This is my go-to shop.
St. Louis, MO
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We'd love to show you around the shop. No appointment needed — just walk in and we'll help you find what you're looking for.
Address
3400 Cherokee St
St. Louis, MO 63118
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Hours
Monday – Saturday: 10am – 6pm
Sunday: Closed
