Montclair Center Camera Exchng

First time I discovered Montclair Camera Exchange is when I was in need of quarters for parking. Woo hoo! They gladly gave me change without having to make a purchase. You gotta love a business like that!

The second time I visited I wanted an extra battery for my camera so that while one is charging the other can be in the camera. I chose this location based on my previous good experience. Imagine my shock when I discovered that the price for the battery was less than it was at one of the camera/electronic chains and less than Target. Woo hoo!

Third time was to purchase a telephoto lens. They suggested on that is exactly what I needed at a really good price. The only downside is that after I purchased it I played with my camera and telephoto in the park for some time and was late for my lunch appointment!

My experiences have been so good that I just want to go back to see what else I could possibly get.

I bought a camera bag here that they promised would fit my Nikon D200, I was leaving for a trip to Hungary that afternoon. Getting home I tried to put my D200 in the bag - it did not fit. Well, I went on my trip b/c I didn't have to time to return the bag before my flight. Then, I tried to return it a week later saying it wouldn't fit my camera even though they said it would. "No returns, only store credit." they said. Which would be fine, if they didn't charge $20 for a four pack of batteries and $40 for a 2GB unknown Asian language brand CF card which I could get on Amazon for $8. Overall, bad customer service, bad prices, and a poor excuse for a local mom & pop shop. Totally disappointed, will not return and hope that you don't either.