Cape Cod’s Camera Store Since 1987
Orleans Camera opened its doors in 1987 at a time when photography meant film, darkrooms, and the anticipation of waiting for your prints to come back. For decades it has been the only full-service camera store on Cape Cod — the place photographers of every level come when they need gear, advice, repairs, or a community to share their work with.
Information, education, and cutting-edge imaging technology have always been at the heart of what we do. Whether your project is digital or traditional, family or fine art, creative or commercial, we offer a range of options and solutions to fit your needs. Our experienced staff tailors its suggestions to your particular situation and budget, communicating clearly so things go smoothly every time.
Through every major shift in the industry — film to digital, DSLRs to mirrorless, prints to pixels — Orleans Camera has adapted while staying true to what it has always been: a place run by photographers, for photographers.
New Chapter,
Same Commitment
Under new ownership, Orleans Camera is entering an exciting new phase. The store is being invested in, the gallery is growing, new services are being developed, and the community connection is being deepened. The address is the same. The phone number is the same. The commitment to Cape Cod photographers is the same.
What’s new is the energy, the vision, and the ambition to make Orleans Camera not just the only camera store on Cape Cod, but one of the best small camera stores in New England.
A Brief History
Orleans Camera Opens
The store opens at 9 West Rd in Orleans, MA, serving Cape Cod’s growing community of photographers, vacationers, and families.
Canon Authorized Dealer
Orleans Camera becomes a Canon authorized dealer, a relationship maintained continuously for over 25 years. The store becomes the go-to destination for Canon equipment and support on the Cape.
Embracing the Digital Shift
As digital photography transforms the industry, Orleans Camera adapts — adding digital cameras, sensor cleaning, memory cards, and photo digitizing services while maintaining the film lab that longtime customers rely on.
The Gallery at Orleans Camera
The store’s in-store exhibition space grows into an active gallery program, hosting rotating shows from local and regional photographers throughout the year.
New Ownership, Renewed Mission
Under new ownership, Orleans Camera is investing in its future: expanded services, a more active gallery, photography classes, and a deeper connection to the Cape Cod photography community.
Canon Authorized Dealer
We have been a Canon authorized dealer for over 25 years. Every Canon product we sell is genuine, covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and supported by our in-store expertise. When you buy Canon at Orleans Camera, you’re buying from someone who knows the product and can answer your questions long after the sale.
