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Great used camera shop in Omori, Tokyo

Posted on 19 January 2009 by Alfie Goodrich

Tokyo is not exactly short of good used camera stores but Cross Point in Omori, Shinagawa-ku, has some amazing bargains especially on film and especially medium-format cameras. We take a look to see what is on offer at this suburban alladin’s cave of cameras.Omori might not be the trendiest or glitziest of Tokyo’s suburbs or even the most well-known. But it’s easy to get to [just ten minutes from Shinagawa Station on the Keihin-Tohoku or Keiky Lines] and it has one of the best used camera shops in town.

Cross Point Cameras is about five minutes walk from Omori Station and about ten minutes from our office, which is pretty dangerous it must be said; the impulse-purchase dial reads ‘maximum’ at all times, and for good reason.

Japan and especially Tokyo has some superb used camera stores, feeding off the national obsession for the camera and – more particularly – the national obsession for all things new and shiny or, more specifically, the desire to turn in the old in preference for the new.

Some Japanese camera-buffs are utterly obsessive about having either the newest gear or having gear that is immaculate. The tiniest blemish on a piece of equipment can often tempt cameraphiles to trade in old for new as much as their desire to have the latest lens, body or accessory. This means that the place is literally awash with good quality used equipment. Great for those who relish quality over trends and for those seeking a more retro approach to their photography; i.e. film cameras rather than digital.

It’s in the film and particularly the medium-format film end of the film department that Cross Point offers its most stunning bargains. Currently in the window [see the photogallery below] is, for example, a Mamiya RZ67 that doesn’t look too long out of its box, complete with 120 film-back, 110mm lens and AE metering head. All this for just 37,000Yen. Alongside it are a bunch of RB67 cameras, all ready to shoot, ranging from just 10,000Yen.

Cross Point is not for the Hasselblad fan as, like other very sought-after items, Blads tend to get bought from the owner of the shop by many of the other used camera stores in Tokyo. But you can find them here occasionally and it is worth leaving the owner of the shop your details so he can keep an eye out for you and let you know if he finds what you are looking for.

This lack of Swedish camera gear is a minor shortcoming though and I would dare any serious camera fan to not find something at Cross Point to tempt their wallet out to play. Taking our visit there just last Saturday as an example – and bearing in mind that the owner is about to do one of his buying runs around Japan, picking up new stock – Cross Point had a good selection of mediumn format cameras, including the following:

  • Mamiya RB67 – priced from 10,000Yen to 40,000Yen
  • Mamiya RZ67 – priced from 28,000Yen to 60,000Yen
  • Pentax 67
  • Pentax 645
  • Bronica EC
  • Bronica GS1
  • Bronica ETRS and ETRSi
  • Fuji 6×9
  • Graphlex 6×7
  • Mamiya 645
  • Fuji GSX680

On the 35mm side of life Cross Point also stocks an excellent selection of gear, from classic Nikon and Canon rangefinders, some excellent quality and reasonably priced Leica M3, M4, and M5 rangefinders. To more recent Canon AE and F1, Nikon F Series, Olympus OM series and various other SLR cameras.

The lens selection is not comprehensive but there are always plenty of Nikon Ai, AiS, AF D and both newer and older lenses. In the Canon section Cross Point carries a good range of older FD and the newer EF-mount lenses.

Like any good used camera shop there are also a number of eccentric oddities in stock at any one time. Current highlights would have to include….

  • 1200mm lens with Bronica medium format mount [you can't miss it, it's the lens near the counter that looks like it could be a pillar supporting the shop's roof]
  • Nikkor 600mm af ED
  • Sinar P2 monorail camera
  • Horsemann 6×9 and Polaroid rotating back
  • Nikonos flash gear, wide angle lenses
  • …and a few more besides.

Chief amongst reasons to visit Cross Point is the friendly owner, who speaks a little English and who can be very generous on the discounts and items he throws-in for free.

This weekend a friend of mine [a genuine vintage camera-holic] came down to the shop for the first time and left with a mint-condition Mamiya RZ67, complete with a  110mm lens that looked like it had just come out of the box, its 120 film-back, a Polaroid back, camera bag, fresh battery, authentic Mamiya RZ strap and a roll of film to test the whole lot out….. all for 22,000Yen.

I defy anyone to find a better bargain in Tokyo than that!

Photo gallery: a few shots of Cross Point Cameras in Omori

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Access details:

  • Five-minutes walk from Omori Station [Keihin Tohoku Line]
  • Ten minutes walk from Omori-kaigan Station [Keikyu Line]
  • Co-ordinates, to put into Google Maps or similar: 35.59148,139.731315. Click this link to see these co-ordinates in Google Maps. StreetView is available and shows the shop quite clearly.

One last thing to remember; print this article out, take it into the shop and at least the guy will know you found about his place through Alfie and Japanorama. It can’t hurt and it might help you get an even better deal than the price tags already suggest.

Happy shopping and happy shooting!

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98 Comments For This Post

  1. Gianfranco Chicco Says:

    Well, that could have been mine if I didn’t decided to go with the Blad :-)

  2. jay Says:

    I just love going to used camera stores and just looking around. Kid in a candy store feeling. Right now I am trying to get my hands on the Tokina 11-16 f/2.8. I tried ordering it but it no where to be found!! haha

  3. aflak ashraf Says:

    dear sir,

    I am looking for used NikonD3X.

    please acknowledge.
    regards

  4. Editor Says:

    Very unlikely you will find a used D3X anywhere in Tokyo at the moment. The camera only came out here in Japan a month or so ago. This shop does not have a lot of digital equipment; a few older Nikon bodies [D200, D2 etc] and some Canon.

    Youre probably better off looking into the Nikon House in Ginza, Tokyo.

    Nikon House (Sukiya Camera)
    Crystal Bldg. 1F, Ginza 4-2-13, Tokyo 104-0061
    Phone: (03) 3561-6000
    Web Site: http://www.sukiya.co.jp
    Hours:10:00-19:00
    Other Info: Store is at a prominent street corner in Ginza. Used Nikon equipment only.
    Near Ginza subway station Exit B5 and Yurakucho Station.
    Map: http://www.sukiya.co.jp/map.html

  5. Voltaire Says:

    Thanks to this article!
    I went to Cross Point and found a Ricoh GR 10. The owner is nice and a bit generous.

  6. Dan Says:

    hello, thanks for the great post on this store. 22,000 yen for the package you described is incredible! i realize you may not have a photographic memory of the store’s entire stock (ha), but all the same, do you know what their selection of compact 35mm cameras is? i’m looking for something along the lines of a kyocera-make yashica, or perhaps a konica hexar, that sort of thing.

    in any case, i’m glad to know about this store, if i ever decide to look for MF stuff, i will definitely come by – cheers.

  7. Editor Says:

    They do have some of that sort of thing in stock, yes.

  8. shichi Says:

    I’ll have to throw this into the pile of places to visit when I do my next semester in Tokyo

  9. Editor Says:

    Give me a shout before you do. It’s only round the corner from my house.

  10. LostSoul Says:

    hello.does it have some nikon f-mount lenses in good condition and affordable prices? best regards!

  11. Editor Says:

    He does. Lots.

  12. bargainhunter Says:

    Hi. Thanks for sharing this. Do you happen to see some UWA lens for Nikon dslr there? I’m looking for a Tokina 11-16 f/2.8…but a 12-24 f/4 would also be good. Thanks!

  13. Editor Says:

    He doesnt have that lens, sorry. I dont know of any second-hand store in Tokyo that does. It’s practically impossible to find second-hand.

  14. AJ Says:

    Sorry to bother you, but do you happen to know the price of the 1200mm Nikkor in Bronica mount?
    Just found your site and am enjoying it very much.
    Thanks!

  15. Gregory Edwards Says:

    I’m interested in a Pentax 645NII and a split image screen for same. Does this store do much in the way of the way the 645Ns and NIIs. Also how do I contact them? I have a friend from Japan that could speak with them for me.

    Gregory Edwards/Toronto

  16. Editor Says:

    AJ…. been back to you on the email now. So, hopefully this enquiry is nicely underway now. I feel sure he will be happy to give the 1200mm a good home, as it is taking up a large portion of his counter right now :-)

  17. Editor Says:

    Hi Gregory. I will email you this response as well, but:

    The fella there doesnt speak much English. If you speak Japanese or have a friend that can, that will work.

    Number there is +81 3 3766 7122

    That’s phone and fax.

    He has a collection of 645s in the window and inside. I feel sure, looking at them and trying to remember, that some are the model you are after.

  18. Paolo Patrizi Says:

    A Guide to New and Used Camera Shops in Tokyo
    http://www.asbcreative.com/tokyo_used_cameras.html

  19. Enzo Says:

    Hi Alfie,
    thank you for sharing this!
    I will be in Japan early August and would love to shop for used gear.
    Is there any place (apart from Omori) where I could look for a Mamiya 7 rangefinder camera?

    I would really appreciate any other suggestion for a light, medium-format camera.

    Thank you.

    Enzo, Italy

  20. Heri Says:

    Hello Japan,

    I’m at the moment traveling in Australia and going to Tokio next month. I want to buy a Olympus Tough 8000. My questions are: First do you think its cheaper to buy in Tokio or in OZ(duty free)? Second, what to you think about this Cam? I just want a good cam, and i like the tough factor.

    Thanks in front.

    Heri

  21. Rob Says:

    aflak ashraf – Map Camera in Nishi Shinjuku have some in stock. JPY 658,000 – JPY 698,000

    http://www.mapcamera.com/

  22. Aric Says:

    This sounds like a fantastic shop. Do you happen to know of any similar type shops in Kyoto? Thanks for the tip.

  23. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    I dont know the used camera scene in Kyoto much at all, sorry.

  24. Ervin Says:

    Hi All,

    To anyone who can drop by at the store, can you list what Tokina lenses for Nikon are available? Please email @ castiller@live.com. Tokina fan here hehehe.

    Thanks a lot guys.

  25. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Not sure they have many but will check.

  26. Yin Says:

    Thanks for sharing! I’ll probably head down there later today and see what they have in the form of a cheap MF camera.
    On a side note, I love the photos on your flickr page. Some truly great stuff.

  27. Jerome Law Says:

    Hi guys – wonder if you can help. I am based in London, UK and plan to come to Jaoan. Wonder what is the cheapest price of the below:
    1. Canon 5D Mark II
    2. CANON EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM LENS 70-200 mm f2.8

    Many thanks

    Jerome

  28. Peter Says:

    Awesome article, I’ll be there in September and looking to pick up a Mamiya 645 outfit, is it possible to find one (lens/back/AEprism) for around 30000yen?
    Also, does he carry a lot of m-mount glass? Especially Cosina-Voigtlander stuff..

  29. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Yes, it should be possible. He has some good deals there on Mamiya 645 gear. Not a lot of M-mount glass, but some. Drop me a line when you are here and I can meet you there. If that isnt possible, print the article out and take it with you…. it’ll get you some discount probably.

  30. Brad Says:

    Do you know Fujiya Camera in Nakano? How does Cross Point compare?

    I have checked out your other sites… nice work mate! I will be visiting Tokyo again in late September… I’ll drop you a separate e-mail… perhaps I can buy you dinner and a coffee… just for a chat and maybe some pointers on making it as a working photographer.

  31. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Cheers. Yes, coffee, dinner…. always good :-)

    Fujiya is good, bigger, more digital and analogue. CrossPoint is a gold-mine for medium format and good Nikon film cameras, plus others, at bargain prices. A lot of the other used shops buy his best stock from him before it ever hits the shelves at CrossPoint.

  32. Peter Says:

    Another question, somewhat less related: How much would a user shape (a fair bit of external wear but mechanically fine) M4 body sell for in Tokyo? I’m hoping trade mine in for a cheaper RF body (with a meter) and a lens, and am not sure if I should sell it here in Canada or when I’m in Tokyo.

  33. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Leica M4 in fair [A-] condition, assuming that is what it is [it might be B condition], would sell off the shelf for around 160,000Yen. B would be around 90,000Yen. This is a guess, but an educated one.

  34. JonSwan Says:

    You can get the Tokina 11-16 mm lens in Fujiya camera in Nakano. They’re selling them for 55,000 yen and I’m seriously considering one myself.

  35. Bellamy Hunt Says:

    This place is a treasure trove. It is on my ‘hit list’ whenever I go for a walkabout. There are a few little goldmines similar to this one, if you know where to go.
    I like to take people on shopping walks when I ge the time. There are so many shops here that it takes all day just to hit half of them.

  36. Joey Says:

    Hi there , i am going to Japan later this month , am a new beginner and wants to purchase a used DSLR camera , maybe a D5000 or D80 or any one you can recommend .But i only have budget of around 45000 yen , do you think i can get something from this shop . Reallt appreciate if you can help and gives me more advices amd info .

    Cheers
    joey

  37. Soshi Says:

    Hey Alfie, thanks for this unbelievably awesome post! I’m in Japan for a year and I’ve been scouring the internet for recommendations on used-camera stores and your post as been a god-send.

    This is a long-shot but do you happen to know if Cross Point carries any Nikon FM2s at the moment?

    Thanks so much for you time!

  38. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    45,000 will get you a good DSLR. Maybe not from this shop as he doesnt carry a huge selection of digi, but defon from one of the many used shops in Tokyo. Drop me a lline when you get here and we can hit the shops together if you like.

  39. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    You’re very welcome and, yes, he does have some FM2s. Let me know when you get here and we can go along together. You’ll get a discount if I come along and we can grab a coffee or something.

  40. Edmund Says:

    Hi, I will be heading to Tokyo at the end of the Nov and I’m hoping to find a second hand camera shop where I can get a cheap working rangefinder (approv 10000yen). Would this shop be a good place to look for one? Does he carry models such as the canon canonet or yashica g series? Or maybe u can recommend me one which is good for beginners. Thanks!

  41. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Yes, you may find one here: Canon 7, P or similar. I will have a look for you and drop you a line back on here.

  42. Edmund Says:

    Hi there again, thank you for offering to help me take a look at the shop. This is the first time I’m visiting Japan and looking for a good used camera shop feels like such a daunting task given the number of camera shops in Tokyo. Really hoping that I can find a good used rangefinder at this shop so I can used the time saved to visit more places in Tokyo. Looking forward to your reply. Thank you so much.

  43. Steve Says:

    Thanks for the tip on the store Alfie. Have you noticed whether he has much in the way of Contax gear, either C/Y mount 35mm or Contax 645?

    Thanks

    Steve

  44. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Will check this week for you. I know he has a cabinet with a fair whack of Contax stuff but not sure what exactly.

  45. miguel angel Says:

    Hi,

    I’m planning to be in Tokyo the first week of January. I have a few ideas in cameras to get: Leica M6, Olympus Om-1, Mamiya rangefinder 6…How are the prices for these jewels??

  46. Yaron Says:

    Hi,
    Thanks for this wonderful article!
    Will be visiting on end of January… looking for EOS 500D or even 50D if any special prices… any idea?

  47. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    You might find one there but digital is not his main stock item. Let me know when you get here and I will ask.

  48. LostSoul Says:

    Got there today, I bought only a sb-28 and some broken lenses to play with. Planing for a new visit soon. Thanks for directions Alfie ! All the Best!

  49. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Cool. Sorry I missed you but glad you found the place and found something there as well.

  50. LostSoul Says:

    ?e ( me and Tim from the strobist group ) will return and i hope we will meet and give me an advice because i?am interested into an mamiya just like your buddy bought. i hope i will get the same deal. cheers

  51. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Next time give me a little warning and I will make sure, if I can, that I meet you there. My being there helps with discount.

  52. NIkon fm3a Says:

    Heelo, I would like to buy a used NIKON FM3A. Please tell me if in this store is this camera, and How much it will cost? If no,do You know other place from where to buy this caemra at a lower price than ebay? Thank YOu in advance

  53. regie Says:

    hi alfie,
    you see ive been here in Japan for about 2 months and ive been thinking of what camera to buy. I want a weather resistant dslr… does crosspoint have an olympus E-3? or a Pentax K20D? and if they have how much would it cost me??

    thanks, i really appreciate this thread!
    -regie

  54. michael Says:

    Hi – If anyone knows a good used camera shop with lenses for a MF Kowa Six camera, please let me know!! cnulec@gmail.com – thanks so much in advance!

    Michael

  55. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Michael, I think your best bet is the shop I found in Shinjuku the other week, around the corner from MAP and above the ABC Mart shoe-shop. Pic of it here: http://twitpic.com/xwadd

    I did have a pic of the outside of it but cant find it anywhere online. However, the GPS from my iphone says it’s at:
    N 35 41 22.841
    E 139 41 48.618

  56. LostSoul Says:

    hey alfie.

    do you know where i can find a mint 35-70mm f2.8D. thanks !

  57. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Probably best trying MAP in Shinjuku or the Nikon House [Sukiya] in Ginza.

  58. LostSoul Says:

    you`re the best ! thaaanks

  59. Minta Westrum Says:

    I was searching for information on lenses for my canon 500D when I found your site. Great post. Thank You.

  60. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    The shop probably has a few lenses that would suit you, Minta.

  61. Tammy Says:

    Hi Alfie,

    Thanks for such a good article and being so helpful. I’ll be in Japan in 3 weeks and have a few things I’m looking for – Yashicamat 124, Nikon F3, Nikon FM2 – Do you know if Cross Point stocks these and the price range? I’m also looking for a digital Sigma 24-70mm HSM

  62. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    They have the Nikons certainly. F3s run from about 25,000Yen to 40,000 depending on the model. Will check the FM2 for you. The Sigma lens you’d probably be better off trying MapCamera in Shinjuku.

  63. Tammy Says:

    Thanks Alfie

  64. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Actually I shot some pics of the various bits of stock with my iPhone the other day. Will mail them through to you later. But, F3s start from 17,000Yen to 43,000Yen. He has a bunch of F2s from about 20,000Yen. I will send you through the shots later on today.

  65. herbalecstacy Says:

    Hi all, just came here when i did an fast yahoo search. Neat blog you got here! Keep it up!

  66. Martin Says:

    Hi
    i’m in tokyo atm and looking to buy a used dslr in the range of about 40000-60000Y
    thinking of perhaps a D8/ Pentax K10D/ olympus e510 (weather proofing would be nice)
    This would be my first slr so not really sure what to get… if i could buy someone a lunch and a coffee for showing me around the local used camera shops i’d really appreciate it!

    cheers
    Martin

  67. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    D8? :-) If you want weather-proofing and dont mind a DX/APC i.e. smaller sized chip, D300 would be the one to go for. I shot my in all weathers til it was dripping wet, freezing cold etc.
    Pretty busy this weekend but how long are you around for? Drop me a line to alfiejapanorama[atmark]gmail.com

  68. Martin Says:

    Thanks for the quick reply!
    typo… meant the nikon d80 :)
    d300 sounds pretty good, will be seeing some cold weather and rain for sure. i’ll be here for a month more or so, would be great if u had time some weekend or afternoon!
    cheers
    martin

  69. tammy Says:

    Thanks again for the help. I didn’t receive any email though i hope I didn’t delete it in my junk. In either case, what you’ve told me helps alot and I will check it out next weekend

  70. mike Says:

    hi alfie,

    great article. do you know where i can find used canon dslr lenses in tokyo and osaka? also, is it cheaper as compared to the used market in the US (craigslist, ebay, etc)? i’ll be in japan for a week this month.

    thanks

  71. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    MapCamera, Shinjuku
    http://www.mapcamera.com

    Fujiya Camera, Nakano
    http://www.fujiya-camera.co.jp/

    Loads of ther places besides:
    http://www.photojpn.org/dir/listings.php?cmd=viewlistB&cid=152

    Dunno about Osaka as I dont live there or go there often enough to know.

  72. Ohm Says:

    Sir ,
    i’ve been crazy about shooting some nice picutures with MF lens.
    I try to go your recommended shop tomorrow but i’ll not sure will it close
    during golden week or not ? Do you have any idea about this ? Other thing is
    it’s seem JR Omori station got 3 exit. Which one is close to the cross point
    shop. Could you advise ? Thanks.

    Ohm.

  73. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Will drop you an email and meet you down there :-)

  74. geoff Says:

    Hey Alfie– great article, sounds like you’re doing all the used camera buyers visiting Tokyo a real service. :-) I’m one of those visitors currently; looking for a couple of things– a contax t3 (mainly), and maybe a medium format rangefinder– mamiya 6, plaubel makina 67, or fuji gf670, especially if it’s a good deal. any thoughts on those being found at crosspoint or elsewhere? thanks in advance…
    geoff

  75. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Have sent you an email, Geoff.

  76. Dan Says:

    Hi Alfie, real good article. I am sitting right now in my hotel room in Tokyo (Shinjuku). I was looking for a used lens for my canon DSLR (good zoom lens incl. Image Stabilizer), but to be honest, I am pretty dissapointed about the prices and the stores I have seen so far (Map Camera, Lucky Camera)

    Do you hve any recommendations for me?

    Thanks in advance,
    Dan

  77. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Dan, get over to Nakano. Very near Shinjuku. Fujiya Camera. Better prices.

  78. Dan Says:

    That was fast !!!! Thank you!!

  79. Duncan Says:

    Hi Alfie. Thanks for this article! I’d come here with the intent of finding some great deals on gear, I just thought it would take more work than one subway stop and a transfer! Specifically I’m looking for an FM(or E)2, some good prime lenses, and a Mamiya mf camera… also looking for a second hand 7D body, but guessing I’ll have to go to fujiya or bic for that. Any recommendations?

    Cheers,
    Duncan

  80. crystal Says:

    hi all,

    i be going to tokyo next week from singapore. anyone can help me to check the price for 2 models. used or brand new

    1) AF nikkor 50mm f/1.4d
    2)AF.S nikkor 50mm f/1.4G

  81. Marta Says:

    Hi! Coming to Tokyo for a conference next week, had to work for my poster, didn’t have time to look around and now I’m coming to Japan without a camera!! I was looking for an EOS400D or something like that, not fussed: I’m a crap photographer and I just miss my Pentax MX! Do you think I can find it there? (or anywhere else in Tokyo?)
    thanks a lot!

  82. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    You could certainly find the EOS and I know some shops where you could get a Pentax ME, MX or Spotmatic for a very decent price.

  83. Viacheslav Says:

    greetings from Ukraine.

    I really want to buy Bronica SQ-Ai or GS-1 (6×6).

    Does this store to order from overseas customers??

    Respond to email eclipse_@ua.fm !

    Best Regards, Vyacheslav.

    Kiev.

  84. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    They dont take overseas orders, no. Mainly because being a company that exports requires a different approach, legal status etc in Japan.

  85. Marta Says:

    Sweet! Thank you Alfie!
    If you pass by on the morning of the 4th and you see a curly italian in Cross Point that is me!
    My Pentax is still alive, but it’s in Italy (and I’m not)! :’(

  86. Viacheslav Says:

    I will be very very very grateful!

    Yes, and clarify that I do not need a new camera!
    I am satisfied with the camera in good condition, perhaps with some rubbing or scratches!
    Appearance is not important!
    Main to mechanics and electronics were in order!
    And that all worked.

    This is the main criteria in selection.

    Thank you very much!!!)

    Viacheslav.

    Ukreine.Kiev.

  87. Gerry Says:

    Would this shop have anything in the way of a Contax G2 or G2D rangefinder and lenses?

    Thanks

    Gerry

    PS – I assume this shop does not have a website?

  88. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Hey Gerry,

    I’ll check. I’m due a visit to there today. No, no website… I, I think, AM their website :-)

    Talk to you later
    Alfie

  89. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Have emailed you… and will keep in touch. Cheers.

  90. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    Drop me a line when you are in the area.

  91. adrian Says:

    greetings from Indonesia,,

    im gonna visit japan in search of gd ol’ used nikkor af-s 80-200 lens or used d300 body..

    where can i find a gd store,, gd quality with gd price for it,,

    many thanks~

  92. Sandra Lanoue Says:

    Hello everyone, My name is Sandra, I live in United Kingdom,Please i need a used camera,and i heard its cheaper and good ones in Japan, Please i want to know if there is any shop that sales and will accept payment by credit cards? Please someone should please get back to me, here is my email address s.lanoue01@yahoo.co.uk

    Thank you!

  93. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    A lot of the shops take cards but not many send cameras overseas, as that makes them an exporter and there are a load of beauracratic hoops to go through for the change of distinction from domestic retailer to export. If you tell me what you want and tell me your budget, I can keep my ear to the ground for you.

  94. do Says:

    hi, looking for a used canon dslr 10-22mm, cheaper please. thanks a lot..best regards…

  95. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    I’m not sure he has this lens there in my local shop but can check. Are you in Japan? There is a search facility at http://www.mapcamera.com which is another second hand shop in Shinjuku. Also try Fujiya Camera in Nakano. Thanks.

  96. Mike Says:

    Hi!
    I am looking for a Canon 5D mark II used (about 10-20.000 shoots). Do you know how much you will pay for it in Japan. I know that it can be hard to give exact prices, but something to go on would be nice.

    Mike

  97. karpick avi Says:

    good evening

    hope your day is as beautiful as the day in Tel-Aviv is

    I’m desperately looking for Kowa anamorphic lenses,
    can u guide me in the right direction?

    yours

    avi

  98. Alfie Goodrich Says:

    There is a shop in Shinjuku that has some Kowa kit: a few 6′s and some lenses. Not sure if they are the one you are looking for. The shop is not on the web but I could pay it a visit for you. Not sure exactly how soon though. But within the next week. There are a couple of other shops I know of that may have this lens, but my local one does not. If you are on Flickr, join our group and post something in the forum. It may help.

    http://www.flickr.com/groups/japan0rama/discuss/

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