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B&H Photo Video has a rating of 3.6 stars from 3,791 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with B&H Photo Video most frequently mention customer service, free shipping, and great prices. B&H Photo Video ranks 1st among Camera sites.

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    332
  • Value
    344
  • Shipping
    338
  • Returns
    212
  • Quality
    324

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 70%
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Top Positive Review

“Great information, professional recommendation, and easy navigate and place order.”

Jian H.
4/29/24

I always use B&H photo-video for my photo and audio equipment upgrade. I trust their recommendation and service. Thanks for great service to make my purchase so easy and right.

Date of experience: 4/28/24
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Top Critical Review

“Urgent: Misdelivery Issue and Fraud Concerns”

Marco L.
12/4/24

My name is Marco, and I'm from Brazil. I made an international purchase on the B&H website on 11/26/24, with delivery scheduled for 11/27/24. I work in content creation and recording for the internet, and I purchased an SSL2 interface. The delivery address was in Kissimmee, FL. This order was to be brought to me by a friend. I tracked the delivery on the B&H website, and the package arrived on 11/27/24. I contacted my friend to confirm if everything was correct. To my surprise, the product didn't arrive. I checked the FedEx website and saw that the package had been sent to 166 Bristol Ave, Hyannis, MA 02601, *******503. I contacted B&H to report the issue, and their response was that the product had been delivered and that nothing could be done. They said their website confirms delivery data before completing the purchase, which didn't happen in my case, as no such confirmation appeared for me. I double-checked the Kissimmee, FL address before completing the order. It's important to mention that earlier this year, I made another purchase through B&H to the same address, and everything went smoothly. However, this situation is much more serious. Outraged by this delivery error, I started researching online and found other serious reports of customers facing similar issues, and it seems that these occurrences are being completely ignored. In my opinion, there are signs of a scheme where criminals are compromising B&H's website, possibly using USB devices in places with internet access that prevent IP identification. These intruders interfere with the purchase process, redirect products to alternate addresses, and no one notices, not even B&H. I wrote to the company asking them not to ignore my report, as they have a great reputation, and this is jeopardizing their legacy. Please consider the following: How could I have specifically directed the shipment to 166 Bristol Ave, Hyannis, MA 02601, *******503? I wouldn't have known how to detail that address. I have no personal or professional connections to anyone in that region. If I had received any notification about a different address, I would have noticed the error and corrected it immediately before completing the purchase. Why was this address concealed, and why wasn't I notified? I only discovered this Massachusetts address on FedEx's website, as it was never shown to me. This situation clearly indicates a serious problem. Please understand that I am facing both a financial loss and a serious impact on my work. I am a digital content creator who depends on this equipment and trusted your store. As an American company, I believe B&H should value consumer rights. I've asked them not to ignore this issue. There are clear signs of fraud that will continue unless addressed. Finally, considering the clear security failure in B&H's online transaction system, I understand that B&H holds co-responsibility for completing this compromised transaction. I should not be penalized for the vulnerability of B&H's system. I have requested a solution beyond the responses of "we can't do anything" or "you wrote the wrong address." I need this product to continue my work. I've provided my phone number here in Brazil in the hope of a real solution to this issue. Thank you for your attention, and I eagerly await a satisfactory response from B&H.

Date of experience: 11/26/24
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Thumbnail of user samr568
Washington
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May 26th, 2021

I love the expansive line of products they carry. As a video producer, I use their services a lot and they are my "go-to" for most purchases for my business. The sales staff had been very helpful with product information and helping with decision making. They run great sales, but their everyday pricing seems to be very competitive. Their website is easy to navigate and the online buying experience is very easy and intuitive.

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Date of experience: May 26, 2021

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Connecticut
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November 18th, 2020

Online ordering is always user friendly, and always a trusted source! Free shipping is an added benefit, not to mention delivery texts to keep informed of your important purchases. Keep up the good work, two thumbs up!

Date of experience: November 17, 2020

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Florida
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July 27th, 2014

Don't order a PC from these guys, they are just a reseller and should probably stick to photo equipment. They will not refund a PC unless the manufacturer seal is unbroken. I bought a new Samsung 9 lite and it is the worse performing PC I have ever owned. I have had Dell, Toshiba, Sony and Acer. Hands down the worst and I can't return it. Oh well, stick with Amazon on this type of stuff. I went with B&H because they were highly rated with Amazon.

Date of experience: July 27, 2014

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California
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November 8th, 2017

I'm a newer photographer and i do a lot of portraits. I'm also a college student, so i don't have "lots" of money to be spending on new camera equipment & B&H has really good options for that. They show you new prices and used prices and also have payment plans which is really nice. They are the first ones i go to whenever I'm in the market for something new & have amazing customer service.

Date of experience: November 7, 2017

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Canada
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November 1st, 2017

I have ordered from the US for other goods. Often the sales staff are oblivious of the brokerage fees their couriers charge the customers. Sometimes these brokerage fees are extremely high in comparison to the value of goods ordered. B & H's website clearly understands this and offers to collect Canadian Tax at point of sale without incurring a brokerage fee and to permit direct delivery without at collection at the door.

Date of experience: November 1, 2017

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Montana
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July 22nd, 2018

I liked the online help with Alex to learn which product fits my needs and camera. My only complaint is a B&W filter that is defective factory blem from a previous order and I'm stuck with it. It has compression lines in it like crushed ice. Also several other filters I ordered came in open packages and one was obviously used.

Date of experience: July 20, 2018

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Texas
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August 28th, 2017

With each order I have placed, the experience has been exceptional. The prices are competitive, the orders ship quickly for a reasonable cost, and the products arrive as expected and in perfect condition.

Date of experience: August 27, 2017

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Arizona
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October 23rd, 2018

They tell you if the item is back ordered or in stock. If in stock, they send it to you fairly promptly. They have enough information and reviews usually to help one make a good choice. Even if I am not purchasing something, I often read about it on B&H. I have had to quickly cancel some orders and they have handled that all very well.

Date of experience: October 23, 2018

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Texas
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February 22nd, 2022

B&H Photo ad popped up while I was looking for information about fresnel lens for photography. Sometimes pop-up ads are annoying, but this was helpful and the product was at a discount, so I bought it. Impact Fresnel Spot S-Mount Attachment (10-40°) $54.95.

Date of experience: February 21, 2022

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New York
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March 2nd, 2019

When I need something for my photography business, I always come straight to B&H. They have everything you could possibly want, including refurbished items. I recommend them to any photographer of any level.

Date of experience: February 28, 2019

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New York
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October 26th, 2018

Never had a problem they couldn't fix... staff can be touchy at times, but will go the extra time it takes to help you understand the product you are looking for and even show you how to operate... been a customer since 1990.

Date of experience: October 24, 2018

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New Jersey
2 reviews
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December 8th, 2020

My experience with B&H online purchasing process, to include the opportunity to chat with representatives to provide additional information, are surely appreciated. The process is easy. If you have the PAYBOO card, it's additionally awesome to use and it streamline the process even further. Thus far, never experienced anything negative, and I have purchased items for the past 4 years.

Date of experience: December 7, 2020

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Michigan
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September 18th, 2018

My media company "Still to Reel Productions" has been working with B&H over 5 years and has never been disappointed. Great technical advice and support and high quality products. Keep doing what you do B&H!

Date of experience: September 17, 2018

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Canada
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September 24th, 2016

Not only do these guys have everything a photographer could possibly want but they are just the real deal in so many ways. I visited their physical address downtown Manhattan many many moons ago and that was a trip. My online dealings with them since then have been a combination, amusing and impecabble because the dude on the other end of the line is a real character/personality, has a great accent straight out of a movie and i have to say that i don't shop online that often but when i do i want it to be a feel good experience and B&H did provide great shipping speed, efficiency, ease of purchase and good phone support also.

Date of experience: September 24, 2016

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Texas
14 reviews
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June 29th, 2011

B & H is one of the good guys in the photography web world. There are so many bait and switch, added fees, phone call confirmations... that are just bad. These folks offer new, quality products, no fees, no "funny" stuff... good service... good product... buy from them. Example of a bad guy: ajrichard.com

Date of experience: June 29, 2011

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Texas
2 reviews
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August 16th, 2012

Amazing customer service - the reps are very knowledgeable about the items they are selling. When I asked a question that the rep didn't have an answer for, he offered to take my number and call me back. 30 minutes later I got a call back with the information I was looking for.

Date of experience: August 16, 2012

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Washington
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September 2nd, 2019

I've been shopping at B&H for over a decade. The selections are great, as well as information available to help make your decisions. This combined with free expedited shipping and now the payboo option so that you save on the state sales tax, while B&H legally pays it -- A great way to save money.

Date of experience: September 1, 2019

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Ohio
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May 1st, 2018

BH has everything that you need for your photo business, everything with high quality. I have purchased so many equipments, betweens cameras, studio lighting and photo paper, Everything was shipped nicely done and arrived in the right time.

Date of experience: May 1, 2018

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Maine
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June 23rd, 2018

I just don't think about it any more. After decades of buying from B&H it's become automatic. Once in a while they are not the cheapeast but are always the most dependable for purchase or troubling shooting. Whether I'm buying a cable or a camera system, always my first stop and almost always my last! Great company!

Date of experience: June 22, 2018

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California
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December 31st, 2018

I have dealt with B&H on a number of occasions over the last 18 years, both in their NYC store and via mail. The web site is easy to navigate, and completing my purchase today went smoothly, as it has in the past.

I have never hesitated to come back to B&H again after a previous purchase. On the one occasion that I had a problem with an item I had purchased, the issue was handled smoothly and professionally.

Date of experience: December 30, 2018

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California
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August 7th, 2020

Fast, quick and easy to use web site where you can see if the item is in stock or not and if not the estimated wait time. With Payboo I can save the state tax and being that I live in California that is definitely a good thing. B&H seems to carry the most things that I need. Just wish they had order numbers for bulk film orders so I can order by the carton that stores much better in the freezer than individual boxes of film. Yes I still use film as it has a look all of it's own.

Date of experience: August 7, 2020

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California
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October 27th, 2010

Ordered a home theater system because they had the best price. I was hesitant because my only previous experience (camera purchase) was somewhat bad also due to persistent and aggressive upselling. This time the order did not ship on time, and when I called the customer service simply did not care. Nothing was done, no apology, it shipped late and that was that. The customer service was somewhere between apathetic and rude.

B&H isn't the worst company out there, but they are low on my list for future purchases.

Date of experience: October 27, 2010

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Ohio
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February 10th, 2019

If you need quality B&H is where to shop. As an Apple nut, I've saved more than $1,000 on computers, watches and SSD's in less than 6 months. Shipping and taxes are part of the deal but I love the prices and the products.

Date of experience: February 10, 2019

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Vermont
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September 3rd, 2019

Every item I've ever purchased has been top quality. I've always found the pricing to be competitive. Delivery is inexpensive and prompt.
The variety of choices in any category is astonishing and usually items are in stock. This time around I was looking for circular polarizing filters for a desert trip plus a monopod and tilt head. Lots of choices!

Date of experience: September 3, 2019

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California
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June 26th, 2020

Honest, great website, easy and convenient, updates are consistent, very professional, prices are very competitive as I have been purchasing products from this site since May 16th 2020 and will definitely be a regular coming back vs the other competitors who are taking advantage of the current situation of 2020

Date of experience: June 26, 2020

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