B&H is the largest and probably most efficient photo shop in the city. The shop offers what most amateurs, semi-pro, and professionals need and they usually have the best prices for most equipment. Its an open secret that the other camera shops in the city often base their prices for used and new equipment off of B&H's prices. I've also purchased music equipment here and found that while they don't necessarily have the inventory of Sam Ash or Guitar Center, their prices are neck and neck.
On the downside, it can be daunting to shop here unless you know exactly what you want when you walk in. The sales staff can be either extremely helpful and knowledgeable or just generally friendly but clueless. For people interested in specialty equipment, they may or may not have what you need so be sure to check their excellent website before showing up. The used department is also directly linked up through the website so be sure to check the prices and stock there before making a trip out.
Be aware that the shop is closed on all jewish holidays so don't count on them being open past 1 on friday afternoon or at all on saturday and keep an eye on their website for other closings.
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