Nelson Photo Supplies

Nelson Photo is the best for all your camera needs. They have everything from printing photos in an hour to Camera Rentals! They know me by name which says a lot. They’ve been in business for over 60 years. It’s the only place I go for anything related to photography. I took a class there this morning and the instructor was awesome. Thank you Corey! And thank you Nancy for always making me feel so good when I come to your store. You guys are the best. The new location is fantastic. Easy parking and easy to get to. Don’t know what I’d do without you guys. Thanks for being there for me! I’m not a pro but that doesn’t matter. You treat everyone with the same respect.

The people here are great! I get all my equipment here and get all the time I need for teaching and questions. Way better than online support. The classes are very informative and always add more to my knowledge and understanding. I love having them here when I begin a new area of photography (sporting events, photographing my scrapbooks for back up, zoo photos). They can never help too much. Try them out.

New location with lots of parking. Easy access from freeways. Great staff! Everything photo related is right here. So happy!

Ok this was one of the best shopping experiences I have ever had. I started off not knowing a whole lot about cameras and only what style I wanted. Ben talked me through every single question I had, every model I inquired about, and every last accessory I pondered over. The mark of a true salesman is someone who can educate the customer to the point where the customer knows they are getting a good deal; not thinks they are getting a good deal. Ben was extremely professional and personable. Prices were better than most of the major electronics stores in the area and again it is nice to have someone as well versed in cameras as Ben is, not the kid right out of high school with a blue polo. Even though I knew very little about cameras, Ben always seemed to be very patient and actually happy to work there. Despite being surrounded by thousand dollar professional lenses, cameras, and accessories; I never felt like my $ 1000 purchase was insignificant or not worthy of their time.
I will be a returning customer for sure.

It’s so hard to find film developing places today, especially locations where you don’t have to mail out your film and wait up to a week or more. Nelson Photo is great, they offer same day developing and give back your negatives and can put your photos on a CD. They are reasonably priced and their customer service is great. Everyone there is super nice. I don’t live in San Diego anymore but visit often so I plan to hold on to my film and get it developed at Nelson because the price and quality are great!

Nelson photo shop is the hallmark store in San Diego for wonderful cameras and all needed equipment. Well stocked with convenient hours, it is my favorite camera store hands down I appreciate how fully staffed they are at all times so I get personal professional attention every time. I have had beatific photo prints done her I have purchased 1 camera 3 camera lens and numerous filters and travel bags — oh yes and a photo printer. Competitive prices — no need to shop on line. 5 Stars all the way

Great selection and service! Julie took care of me and my friend, she was very knowledgeable, friendly and engaging! I have 20 years in customer service and seldom do I find someone who not only is as good as her but that truly likes dealing with customers… For any photographic need, go nowhere else!!!

I haven’t bought a new camera in 12 years. Going on vacation and needed a good point and shoot. This is a great place to buy your camera. They are extremely knowledgeable, great to work with and put up with me, which is by far saying alot (I can be difficult). I bought the new panasonic and will have a free class with the purchase of the camera so I will know how to work it when I go on one of those vacations of a lifetime — i am finally going to Italy. Great pictures here I come.

They give military discounts! Super friendly even though I only bought one small item.

Love the new location, so much easier to park!

I’ve been coming here since I was a little baby taking photography courses in college, and I can’t believe I’ve never reviewed them. Everyone here is SO helpful, knowledgeable, honest (! This is a biggie — and if they can’t help you, they’ll refer you to someone who can) and personable. Quick and easy rental process, the prices per day are reasonable and they have great weekly rental rates. As sad as I was to see them move out of Little Italy, their new location is just as spacious and has parking!
The owners Larry and Nancy are so kind and they will always have my business. I have to give special props to Julie. She has never once forgot my name, even after some time of not coming in and I always look forward to seeing her when I walk through the doors. She’s really knowledgeable and knows what she’s talking about, I feel like I can always trust what she says.
Great people! I always leave the store feeling like I’m saying bye to friends. I’m a Nelson’s lifer.

First time in Nelsons, shop has everything you could ask for. Unfortunately I got lame customer service and payed $ 50 for a sensor cleaning that was done in a rush before his lunch. Good place to buy but I wouldn’t ask for help. Going back in soon with visible proof of the dirty sensor and hopefully they do it well this time. Far drive for sub-​par service.

Honest & Helpful. I went to Nelsons to upgrade my dslr after researching by internet. The man asked me what I was photographing and other relevant questions. After reviewing my needs & knowing what dslr I had, his suggestion was I keep my camera & lens for now but buy a small low cost item so I could get better sunset photos. (I don’t take videos or shoot sports). He told me to return later & they would give me a lesson how to better utilize my camera. (my battery was dead so they couldn’t do it then.)
My private free lesson included a review of the functions, how to work the light meter along with me taking photos of a tree at different settings. First of all, thank you. Secondly, if you want to buy a camera, lens or equipment, go to Nelsons in the Vons shopping center on Midway.

Amazing first experience! Helpful staff for non-​experienced photographers and for those getting started! The customer service here blows George’s out of thew water. The new location has plenty of parking and a wide selection as well.

I came to Nelson’s Photo after being recommended from a a friend. I needed to get 35 mm photos processed and my previous go-​to spot to have the service done was at Costco (which no longer processes 35 mm film). I chose the option of processing the negatives first then choosing which of the photos to print out on 4×6 prints after reviewing them.
Upon reviewing and expecting the processed negatives, Grace helped me out and ensured that the whole process was going smoothly. She took the time with me to review my rolls and was super helpful. I had some rolls of film that had light damage/​leakage and she recommended I take in my camera into the shop to have it looked at by one of the staffers. Amazing Custer service and quality work! Thanks again GRACE !

Came in for a simple battery, 6v for a vintage canon ae-​1. Hard to find in regular stores. The lady who helped me was so sweet, she put the battery in for me AND helped me put in my film which I hadn’t actually purchased from her particular store. She went over how I needed to wind the film etc etc and then we were off and on our way in under 5 minutes. Would highly highly recommend this place, I will be returning here for all my camera needs.

A new location for a great store! Congrats on the move…
It’s been a while since we’ve been in and we were so happy to be back and see so many familiar faces. As always we experienced great personal service and found what we needed.
Westcott Umbrellas were in stock and at the best price!
See you again soon!

I’ve been buying camera gear at Nelson Photo for 21 years (since I arrived from Australia). Their customer service is impeccable, and you will always be greeted with a smile and a hello, when entering their store. I ‘could’ buy my gear online, but the rapport I’ve built with Larry, Nancy, and their staff is invaluable to me, I highly recommend them.
I, for one, am happy about their new location. It’s closer to where I live, and pulling up to their store and seeing ample parking, is a breath of fresh air!

Nelson is our go-​to for everything we need as professional photographers! The NICEST, most approachable, and knowledgable staff in town, hands down. I’m so thankful we found them years ago and have committed to purchasing every item in our bags there. If they don’t have it in stock, then they can order it!
I always appreciate having a face behind my purchase, especially when you’re spending thousands on gear. They’ve always taken amazing care of us and we wouldn’t dream of going anywhere else!
I was so excited when they opened up their rental department! A great addition to the line up of offerings. Fair and reasonable too. :)
Thanks, Nelson, for all your amazing support over the years!

«Where cameras, supplies and good service come together.»
That’s the Nelson Photo motto and it sums things up nicely.
Sorry that Nelson Photo lost it’s lease after so many years, but Little Italy’s loss is Point Loma’s gain. Nelson has been around a long time. They are totally a major player on the San Diego photographic scene. My son was really into taking pictures of airplanes & was a certified plane-​spotter. He would go to Nelson and spend his entire paycheck on a tricked-​out camera and accessories. I always loved to browse Nelson’s while in Little Italy for the Farmer’s Market. Looks like now I can enjoy Nelson’s even more, now that it is now nearby. Look for the new store along the strip mall at Point Loma Plaza Shopping Center next to the Unleashed Pet Store and the Malt Shop. It is adjacent to the big Vons grocery store.
Since Point Loma Camera on Rosecrans St. closed a few years ago, locals have needed a high quality place to go for photo needs. So happy that the relocated Nelson store is now here on the Peninsula.