Its an glad, wonderful amazing and immense pleasure experience in this museum..!! words are not enough to express my feelings about this museum we can find a lots of varieties in cameras and as well as video recorders..!! the collection speaks the passion towards cameras and photography of Dr. arun..!! it was an unique idea..keep rock sir..!! from the point of entrance to exit it was unforgettable moments..!! A real temple to an photography lover and photographer..!! what not you can find almost all varieties here... for the people who likes cameras they can spend almost a half day or around 4-5 hours..!!! it was real appreciable work done by Dr. Arun and efforts of staff for maintaining this museum very clean..staff is with good courtesy they are ready to explain all the things which you felt doubt in any aspect..!! personally it was very appreciable work of Dr. Arun.. a must visiting place in chennai rather than waste stuff... the entrance ticket is not a big issue here..actually if you charge more also it would be worth to your museum..!! every camera every lens every thing whether it is minute or massive thing are much well maintained..!! This one of a kind museum was truly a joy to visit. The museum is highly informative with an incredible collection of cameras, dating back to the 1870's. The museum additionally has well-informed staff who were able to demonstrate how different cameras worked and gave us useful information about several models. As a photography enthusiast, this was a real treat, but i would recommend it to anyone who's interested in seeing or learning a little bit more about the world of cameras. This was definitely one of my favourite attractions in Chennai.

Simply superb collections Who are all interested in photography they should visit this place. Entry fees of 70 for adults and 30 for childrens will be collected at the entrance. One small AV about camera will be presented before beginning the visit. One guide will accompany with us for explaining the camera collections. Here we can see may variety of cameras and variety in sizes too. World war 2 cameras also in their collection. I saw a room size big camera which was used in Mysore palace. In addition to this they are conducting photography classes too.

This place is a must visit. It's a hidden gem in Chennai. You'll definitely enjoy and be in awe about the collection housed here. And the staff member on board is really welcoming and provides so much information with enthusiasm... Just go and pay them a visit, you wouldn't regret it.

Excellent collection, extremely well maintained and catalogued. Video show and information provided is excellent. Staff is very polite and helpful and eager to provide information about the exibhits. It's a little difficult to imagine that this vast collection is accomplished by a single person. Hat's off to the dedication and passion of Dr. Arun. Don't miss when in Chennai. Approximately 60 to 120 minutes required to view the collection (depending on your interest levels) Car parking is available. Restaurant next door. Wash room is available on premises.

This is a 'must visit' place - even if we are not into photography... you will not come away disappointed; and if anything, will be inspired to pick up a hobby because this is a great example of what passion can help you achieve. The place itself is very well maintained (which I think is self funded). There is a modest fee for entrance / camera, which is more than worth. It's on the first floor with no lift, which is a pity since this is a goldmine for many avid camera enthusiasts of earlier generations. There are thousands of cameras (they say 1500 but felt far more), earliest being from the 1870s, gigantic box cameras of almost 10ft length, miniature cameras which are less than 3inches in size, spy cameras, world war I & II cameras, and not to forgets great nuggets of information on history of photography and cameras. There are also some vintage and antique articles in the ground floor. All in all a must visit place... if you are visiting Mahabs or thereabouts on ECR, do keep a 2 hr slot for this place and you'll not regret it.

Photography Museum is a one of a kind place and is both for true enthusiasts as well as novices who want to spend time understanding the birth and evolution of photography. Its a small but well maintained place. Start with the video which Chronicles the timeline and evolution of photography. Follow it by looking at vintage cameras from the 19th century onwards, some of them as big as 8 feet. Also look a specialist cameras such as the ones used for taking aerial photos from planes as far back during the 2nd World war to origin of view finders, films and digital photography overall work spending about 2 hours if you are a true enthusiast.

A great camera museum. Has many antique camera (still and video). The place is air-conditioned hence a relaxing place in the hot humid region. There was a person explaining different cameras, their use, age etc. Some of the important exhibit include antique cameras used in world wars, aircraft cameras, old video cameras etc. A free video presentation is also shown telling the importance and history of photography. Apart from cameras there are other related artifacts such as flash, memory cards, films, slides etc. This place is close to Kovalam beach and The Madras Crocodile Bank Trust and Centre for Herpetology hence all these places can be visited together.

Must visit place in chennai... Excellent collection of cameras and accessories. I love this place... have visited more than 3 times... Each time you can find new collections. Got more knowledge about vintage cameras after visiting this place.

The best place in India to know about vintage cameras. The huge collections of around 3200 cameras displayed professionally tells about the development of cameras over the past 140 years. As a photographer, photography mentor and YouTuber, I strongly recommend anyone interested in photography to visit this museum and spend some quality time. I have made a series of videos titled 'Evolution of cameras' in my YouTube channel, 'KLR the photo guru' about the collections. Please watch it to know more about the rare cameras.

All stars high for Dr. Arun. It was a mesmerizing experience. Thanks to the guide at site who gave us some wonderful information.

Great experience. A must visit for photography lovers.

Entry fee- 70INR Great collection of cameras. They had very very rare vintage cameras and also cameras used to make movies. Perfect place for photoholics to explore. This place reminds me of my childhood days, while using film camera and handy camera.

Very good experience and very interesting place

This is a must visit "Palace" of cameras, I've never seen such big collections. And we'll maintained. Mr. Sampath explained about these cameras very nicely. Hats off to Dr V Arun and Mr sampath.

A must visit place for all photography lovers. A vast collection of cameras showing its history of development. Staff is very helpful & polite. Museum contains more than 1500 vintage cameras. You are welcomed in the museum with a small movie about the development of photography.

Wonderful photos

Great

What an awesome place. Must visit for Camera lovers. People love photography but passion for keeping antique cameras is something different and it's actually out of the world when we see the size of the collection. Most strange part is that the entire collection is owned by a DOCTOR !!!

We went to this museum last week thinking its open. Its been shut for a bit ( at least thats what the neighboring restaurant said). There was a board that said it will be shut till July, its September now. Imagine they meant July 2023. Anyways it was a waste of time and a disappointment. I wish the owner would have the courtesy to update on Google

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Wiowww. Amazing. A must see for all photographers and vis con students. Best collection ever. Toooo good.

Is it best place to know about vintage cameras that had been used in world wars and other rare and expensive cameras are available in that museum. Students will enjoy the museum

Amazing collections of cameras. Must be the best in the world.must visit for camera enthusiasts.....

A must see museum for all. In the age where a photo is just a phoneclick away, this museum shows how the photography evolved from camera obscura to huge bellows which took 3 days to focus to our present day. It is very well maintained and evokes interest to even non-photographers like me.

This place is a must go for all the photography lovers and professionals. Great collection of cameras and related gears. Had a good time there.

It's an fascinating place with the collection of most cameras since their inception and the world's smallest to largest cameraever made

They had ca huge collection of camera s also they explained well but entry cost 70 If we know knowledge about camera means worth to watch

Best place for history and camera lovers.

It was an unplanned visit but have to say.." It was an awesome experience". People who love cameras and photography should visit this place which gives you some nostalgic feel and more love to cameras. Huge collection of varieties of Camera. Try it once.

Ac switched off during the second half. No proper parking. Sound is concentrated near the screen and gives a distorted experience. Snacks is half decent. Not a good experience for the money.

Good place to see the gone by era of camera as we all are used to mobile and dslr, excellent collection even camera from 1870 still present, and some unique rare collection ,worth a visit

Great collection of Vintage cameras. Must visit spot. Ticket cost per person is 70rs but definitely worth the cost.

It’s is a wonderful place. Photography interested persons will love this place. Museum have more than 4000 cameras. And Dr. Arun is lovely person.

Exhaustive, Exclusive, Extraordinary collection of cameras. Dr. Arun is truly amazing for turning his personal collection of cameras into a museum. A must visit place for a photographer and for passionate photography students and for those tourists who want to see and learn something new....don't miss this place.

Must see place if you wanna know about the history of photography

Wow Man what a Collection of Cameras ?? If they allow me to live I would definitely will!!

Historic tactile scientific nostalgic

Must visit place. Huge collection of cameras. Highly recommend.

A must visit for camera lovers! The museum has an amazing collection of vintage cameras. Loved learning how the technology of photography has evolved over a century.

Very AMAZING place for camera enthusiasts (I'm also a camera lover) Kids can learn more about how photography was discovered, how this has been developed till now Mostly a very amazing and a different place to visit

It is very interesting... All should go and visit it..

Awesome collection of vintage cameras. This museum is a must see attraction for tourists visiting Chennai and mahabalipuram.

It’s a must visit place for photography enthusiasts, Hats off Dr Arun sir for Giving us the opportunity to see the evolution of cameras. If you love photography, you’ll love this place!! Staff also very friendly ! I visited yesterday. Entry fee 70/- only.

Awesome place

Beautiful place to visit. I admire Dr. Arun for the effort an d commitment he has put in to gather all these cameras. A must visit for camera buffs.

Good

Best place for photography lovers camera fullfilled environment

Photography not allowed

Wonderful place to visit wonderful camera collections. Very rare collection of cameras and good place to gain knowledge about mechanisms and technologies of vintage cameras. Beautiful place to spend your quality time. And have good coordinators, whom help you about every type of cameras. Good place for passionate photographers, learners, camera collectors, family, school children and everyone.

All the photographer's must see that place

Good place to visit. Good connection of vintage camera as said. Great effort Dr. Arun.

Just amazed

Wow photo shop

Surprised after seeing the collection a wonderful job

There oyo room very worst

Excellent collection of cameras, with good displays. Parking available. Overall: good experience. Can also make special purchase requests!

Large number of camera old specialist with their

Worth

Ok

Good collection.. Inspiring

Very nice for looking

Superb arun

OK

Old photographs

Amazing collection of cameras...a must visit for all. Its not only for photographers but also for all gadget lovers

Passionate about collection