DR. ARUN’S PHOTOGRAPHY AND VINTAGE CAMERA MUSEUM

Sanjay Victor Paul 24 months ago

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.

Vincent Golconda 14 months ago

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.

Mayur Adivarekar 24 months ago

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.