If you are hoping to learn about where you can buy cameras and take photos in Milan you have come to the right place. Those topics are just the beginning as we have plenty of other related things to get into as the post moves forward.
There probably isn’t a better way for us to begin than with the best local photographers for those who need wedding pictures, graduation pictures, or who just want to capture memories at any special event. Then you can read about photo printing shops where you should be able to develop and print passport photos, brochures, marketing materials or anything and we will discuss photography studios in your area too.
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Some reading this might be interested in taking photography classes or maybe you just want to know about places to buy cameras and some repair shops in Milan which should sell all the new lenses, cleaning supplies, covers, stands, or other equipment and accessories you might desire.
Places to take beautiful selfies near you will get a shout out before other loosely related subjects like camera phones and security cameras. We will do our best put the right shops in the right lists but since many of these topics are quite correlated some crossover between the lists should be expected.
Be sure to check out the map at the end which can help you figure out where all the places we list are located. All of our posts on selfies and cameras in Italy can be found at that link if you are curious.
Local Photographers
You can find a photographer in your area for a wedding, graduation, or other special event by contacting:
Vittore Buzzi has been ranked as one of the world’s top 15 wedding photographers. His works have been published in National Geographic, New York Times, Corriere della Sera, Gioia, The Economist, El Pais, The Asahi Shimbun, AD, Elle, Vogue Gioiello, and many other publications for over 10 years.
With over 20 years of experience Photography For Weddings has been specializing in local weddings, baptisms, birthdays, communions, confirmations, corporate events, professional, and family events.
Alessandro Della Savia excels at weddings, portraits, reportage, and architectural photography and has been shooting business and personal portraits for couples, families, and individuals for over 10 years.
Since 2005 Photoshootmi has been working as an independent photographer near you for Italian and international companies, brands, and agencies primarily for the launch of new products and events. They also provide event video services including interviews, promotional, and after event videos through a networking team.
Photo Printing
To print the selfies off your phone or get any kind of a photo printed, developed, or processed visit:
- Photo Digital Print at Via Lodovico Montegani 21
- Photo Print at Corso Buenos Aires 42
- Quick Photo Center at Via Lazzaretto 12
- Digital Photo Point Press Center at Via Rodolfo Carabelli 3
Each of the above is a good choice for photo printing in your area. They should be able to provide color or black and white pictures and they can probably put them on just about anything you want.
Whether you need developing and printing for passport photos, brochures, pamphlets, books, wall graphics, posters, digital prints, real estate advertisements, other marketing materials, or just about anything they can probably handle it. They should also be able to assist with scanning, restorations, enlargements, processing, digital repairs, and more.
If you have any specific photo printing needs we suggest you look through those links and find a place that offers exactly what you want.
Studios For Better Pictures
If you really want to take the perfect picture consider having the shoot at a photography studio near you:
- Cross + Studio Rental Studios at Via Giacomo Watt 5
- Milan Studio Digital at Via Felice Venosta 20
- Photo Studio 1619 at Viale Piave 12
- Studio White at Via Lodovico Il Moro 17
- Spazio36 at Viale Umbria 36
Cross + Studio features 12 furnished and equipped rooms that are perfect for local photo shoots, film shoots, castings, events, presentations, and workshops.
Milan Studio Digital is a highly specialized professional studio that is equipped with cutting edge traditional and digital photography equipment and has a 360 degree view. It is also known for providing a wide range of services including casting, catering, set design, transportation, and transfer and even has photographers and assistants, makeup artists, stylists, and art directors.
Photo Studio 1619 is a great rental space for shooting, casting, workshops, video, courses, and much more plus they offer fashion photography, image consulting, corporate portrait, look book, still life, book maternity, and other services as well as photography courses near you for all levels including basic, advanced, fashion photography, still life, and photo retouching.
StudioWhite is a 200sqm + 60sqm photo studio with a 8m xp 7m xh 8m cyclorama, 70kw on 63A + 32A + 16A, lounge area with bar, and 3 bathrooms with shower as well as a limbo, lighting, and digital equipment.
Various types of unique sets for photo shoots, video and film shoots, and live streams as well as temporary showrooms, face-to-face and live streaming events, workshops, courses, castings, presentations, and exhibitions with studio assistants, light and digital assistants, operators, set designers, streaming technicians, and much more are provided at Spazio36.
Photography Classes
Italian Institute of Photography at Via Enrico Caviglia 3 offers photography classes near you and teaches visual communication, photography productions, events, and exhibitions.
You can also try out the good classes at Photo Studio 1619 and Spazio36.
Camera Stores & Repair Shops In Milan
A decade ago this list would have been a lot longer but you can still buy cameras in Milan or possibly rent them and get them repaired at:
- Leica Store at Via Giuseppe Mengoni 4
- Canon Italy at Via Mecenate 90
Leica Store sells new and used photography equipment in your area and provides personalized services, trade ins, and free 60 minute pre and post-purchase demos for you to discover all the details and peculiarities of your cameras, lenses, and accessories.
Canon Professional Service Center is a cutting edge camera store with some of the most up to date tools and equipment that are designed to provide a wide range of photography services.
Best Places For Selfies
Some of the best local places to take selfies would be:
- Sforzesco Castle at Piazza Castello
- Milan Cathedral at Piazza del Duomo
- Arch of Peace
- Piazza del Duomo
- Milan Cathedral
- Sforzesco Castle
- Arco della Pace
Castello Sforzesco is a medieval fortress that was built in the 15th century on the ruins of a 14th century fortification and was one of Europe’s largest citadels in the 16th and 17th centuries. It was extensively rebuilt by Luca Beltrami in 1891 to 1905 which now houses several museums and art collections making it one of the best places to take selfies in your area.
Over 2 million tourists come to visit the Milan Cathedral each year. It is one of the largest churches in the world which includes construction and restoration sites including the Cathedral Museum, the Archive or Library, and the Music Chapel.
Porta Sempione is another great place to take local pictures that features notable monuments and attractions such as the Sforza Castle, the 108 meter high Branca Tower, the Palazzo dell’Arte, sculptures by Giorgio de Chirico, and the public aquarium.
Kondiaronk Belvedere is a scenic spot and a broad terrace on leafy Mount Royal that offers city and river views and can be reached via staircase or trail.
The stained glass windows along the walls of the Notre-Dame Basilica depict scenes from the cities religious history and every year approximately 11 million people visit the basilica making it one of the most visited monuments in the world.
A large outdoor concert venue, amusement park, environmental museum, aquatics center, and more can be found at Parc Jean-Drapeau. It is one of the largest parks in town and also consists of two islands. You can find a picnic area, a children’s playground, and walking paths at Marie-Victorin Park.
Michel-Chartrand Park is designated as regional with an area of 1,850,000 square meters and provides opportunities for a variety of outdoor activities. It includes a conservation area with nearly 20 kilometers of bike paths, hiking trails, ecological trail, and more which are available all throughout the year.
Laval’s Center de la Nature is a 50 hectare urban park that is open every day from 8am to 10pm and hosts major events all throughout the year with four seasonal programs.
Exhibitions, activities, major events, and more are hosted at Ile des Moulins which is a great place to take photos near you.
Where To Buy Camera Phones
These days the cameras on the newest phones should have very high megapixels and if you want to buy a new one head to:
- iStore at Piazza Argentina 1
- Riderstore at Piazza Serafino Belfanti 7
- Phone House at Piazza Tre Torri
- Mobile Phones and Cover Mobile Center at Via Salvatore Pianell
Whether you are searching for the highest megapixel camera phones with bluetooth or just need budget quality pictures the above stores will have what you need.
Security Cameras
You can either buy security cameras in your area or have your home or business looked over by contacting:
- Antifurti at Via Marostica, 44
- Sicurit Alarm Italia at Via Privata Gadames, 91
- Hesa at Via Triboniano, 25
If you want to add security cameras to your property contact one of the above.
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Enjoy Taking Photos With Your New Camera
We hope that we did a decent job of covering the camera and photo scene near you. Whether you were hoping to learn about where to buy cameras, get them repaired, photographers for hire, printing, developing, studios, classes, places to take selfies, camera phones or security you read about it all.
If you read all the way to the end you might just know a little something about this local scene yourself. If that is the case please use the comments to tell us if we got anything wrong or to share your own tips.
Either way we hope you enjoy buying cameras and taking photos in Milan.