Over the next few minutes you will hopefully learn at least a little something about where to buy cameras and take photos in Belfast. You will also read about everything we could think to include on the topic at hand.
We will start this off by listing some of the best local photographers for when you need wedding pictures, graduation pictures, or want to capture memories at any special events. After that where to go for photo printing whether you want to print something off your phone, get a passport photo, need digital marketing materials, or whatever will be discussed, and they will be followed up by photography studios.
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You can always try to “develop your skills” by taking lessons at the best photography classes in your area, sorry, we really tried to hold that corny joke back but couldn’t. Even if there aren’t many left these days the best places to buy cameras and repair shops near you will also be discussed. You can expect them to also sell new lenses, cleaning supplies, covers, stands, and more equipment and accessories.
After all of that is out of the way it will finally be time to get you out of here with a list of places to take beautiful pictures, plus where you can buy some loosely related items like camera phones or security cameras. Some of the places we mention could definitely be in multiple lists but we will do our best to put the right shops in the right lists and let you know when a place can handle multiple needs.
You can also expect to find a map at the end of the post to help you figure out where all the Belfast camera and photo places we list are located. This region of the world is one that we have written many other guides for in the past for those that are interested.
Local Photographers
There is no better way to commemorate a wedding, graduation, or other special event then to have a great photographer near you capture the scene:
- Snappitt Wedding Photography
- George Pennock Photography
- Simple Tapestry Wedding Photography
- Peter Thomas Photography
- Brendan Gallagher Photography
- Emma Gornall Photography
George Pennock Photography has a keen sense of detail and composition that aided in the development of his creativity and passion for photography. Their photographs have appeared in local journals and newspapers in the United Kingdom and the United States.
Peter Thomas Photography has been shooting proposals, families, weddings, newborns, family pets, and everything in between for almost 12 years.
Photo Printing
To get a passport photo printed near you or to print anything else visit:
- Snappy Snaps at 37 High St
- Kolormaster at 535 Falls Rd
- Kaizen Print at Jennymount Business Park
- Print Zoo at 85 Castlereagh St
- Media Design and Print at 310 Newtownards Road B7 Portview Trade Centre
- Menu Design and Print at Langtry Ct
- Snappy Snaps at 37 High St
- Kolormaster at 535 Falls Rd
- Kaizen Print at Jennymount Business Park
- Print Zoo at 85 Castlereagh St
- Media Design and Print at 310 Newtownards Road B7 Portview Trade Centre
- Menu Design and Print at Langtry Ct
Snappy Snaps provides 35mm film development, photo restoration, colorization, and VHS to digital conversion. They can transform your photographs into canvas prints, poster prints, and customized presents like photo mugs, calendars, and photo books.
Kaizen Print offers super-quick and excellent quality printing, whether you need eye-catching letterheads, event roller banners, stunning new business cards, or flyers to promote your new event.
Print Zoo is a premier litho, digital, and large format print firm that delivers the finest quality print money can buy to local, national, and worldwide clients. For more than 25 years Media Design and Print has been providing a cost-effective, personable, and professional printing service in your area.
Studios For Rent
Those who take this really seriously may want to rent photography studio space at:
- Studio 1G1 at Edenderry Industrial Estate
- Graham Crichton at PortView Trade Centre
- Collette Creative Photography at 73 Belmont Rd
- Rinka Dink Studio at PortView Trade Centre
- Katrina Taggart Photography at 475 Lisburn Rd
Studio 1G1 at Edenderry Industrial Estate is an expert in one-of-a-kind pet portraiture and family photography. They are happy to do all of our printing in-house and collaborate with a local expert framer to turn their photos into stunning wall art that looks great over any fireplace.
Collette Creative Photography captures once-in-a-lifetime events and makes photos that speak for themselves. RinkaDink specializes in children’s photography studios, while wedding photography is what Katrina Taggart Photography does best.
Photography Classes
Step up your game by taking classes at a photography schools in your area or private lessons by contacting:
- Belfast Exposed Photography at 23 Donegall St
- Peter Thomas Photography at 48 Duncrue St
- Collette Creative Photography at 73 Belmont Rd
- Carrie Davenport Photographic at 18 Strandburn St
- Jade Eaton Photography at Ballyhackamore
- Iva Michalak Photography at 4 Lewis Dr
Belfast Exposed Photography was founded in 1983 by a group of local photographers as a challenge to media representation of the areas experience of conflict. They collaborate with photographers, artists, academics, communities, and businesses to investigate photography’s extraordinary capacity to create a positive impact on the world.
Peter Thomas Photography has been shooting proposals, families, weddings, newborns, family pets, and everything in between for almost 12 years. Commercial, event, music, and portrait photography in addition to photography instruction are all available at Carrie Davenport Photographic.
Camera Stores & Repair Shops In Belfast
If you want to buy a new camera or get an old one repaired head to:
- Wex Photo Video Belfast at 6 Boucher Rd
- Jessops at 19-21, High St
- Sony Centre Belfast at 128 Great Victoria St
Wex Photo Video is the place to go if you’re looking for photographic gear and accessories. Take advantage of their team’s expertise and experience in addition to independent, unbiased counsel suited to your needs rather than sales objectives.
The Sony Centre provides everything from cutting-edge 4K HDR TV’s to revolutionary mirrorless Sony E-Mount and A-Mount cameras and lenses
Best Places For Selfies
You can take beautiful selfies in your area at:
- CS Lewis Square
- Titanic Belfast
- Botanic Gardens
- Belfast Castle
Each of the above is a great place to take pictures near you.
Where To Buy Camera Phones
One of the reasons we don’t have a lot of camera shops to list is because how good the ones on our phones have become and you can buy the latest and greatest at:
- Fonehouse Belfast at Kennedy Centre
- Three at #Castle Court Shopping Centre
- Cex at 25-27 Ann St
Security Cameras
Some of these places sell security cameras while others will provide the services that go along with them:
- Electronic & Security Services at 50 Boucher Pl
- Fuse Systems at 55-59 Adelaide St
- Focus Security Solutions at 130-132 Corporation St
- Medway Security Distribution at 41 Duncrue Cres
- RF Concepts at H5 Inspire Business Centre
- Lucid Fire & Security at #27, City Business Park
- ADI Global Distribution at 22 Duncrue Cres
Some of you might also want to check out our posts on:
- Spots To Take Selfies in Dublin
- Spots To Take Selfies in Glasgow
- Spots To Take Selfies in Edinburgh
- Spots To Take Selfies in Birmingham
Enjoy Taking Photos With Your New Camera
We hope you learned a little something about cameras and photos in your area today. You read about all kinds of topics like where to buy cameras, get them repaired, photographers for hire, printing, developing, studios, classes, places to take selfies, camera phones or security.
Anyone that is still here probably has a solid grasp on the local photography scene themself. If so don’t be shy, tell us what we got wrong or share your own tips in the comments.
We hope you have fun buying cameras and taking photos in Belfast.