Photography Equipment City in Wukesong is undoubtedly the first stop in Beijing for those seeking photography equipment. From archaic analogue technology through top of the range digital photography equipment: it can all be found at the market. The ground floor of the large building is made up of many great stalls and selling all kinds of cameras and photography paraphernalia and is a source of joy for both photography professionals and enthusiasts alike. As in many markets there is a certain amount of leeway allowed in bargaining. The general consensus amongst Beijing photographers is that brand new equipment is moderately priced; second hand items can be costly and that it is worth doing online research before parting with cash.

The camera market deals in a wide range of local and imported cameras, digital electronic devices, photosensitive materials, studio props, photographic lightings, enlargement equipment, hot and cold mounting machines, along with photography books, bridal gowns, headgear and wigs, cosmetics, wedding goods, studio lightings and advertising goods. You name it; the Camera City has got it.

Camera City is also a center for photography education, with schools for training photographers and photographic artists.

The Qipaos there are more affordable. You can find many shops selling Qipaos and wedding dressings, uniforms, and other items on the second and the third floors. And the Qipaos in the third floors are cheaper than that in the second floor. If you intend to buy a Qipao there, you can bargain with half of the initial price. A Qipao might cost you about 400 yuan. You’d better not go to there to buy Qipao at weekends but on ordinary days, because prices would rise on weekends.

Chinese Name: 北京摄影器材城

Address: 40 Wukesong Lu, Haidian District, Beijing

北京海淀区五棵松路40号

Transportation: Take Subway Line 1, get off at Wukesong Station (五棵松站), get out of the subway station from Exit B, and walk towards the east.

Contact: 010 8811 9723 (Tel)

Website: www.bjphoto.com.cn/