HDEW Cameras Reviews 

4,235
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Looking at 454 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the competitive pricing, often finding products significantly cheaper than elsewhere, which allows them to purchase high-quality camera equipment like lenses and cameras. The service is frequently highlighted as excellent, with many appreciating the knowledgeable and helpful staff who provide friendly advice and quick responses to inquiries. Reviewers also commend the prompt and reliable delivery, noting that items arrive well-packaged and often faster than expected, ensuring a smooth purchasing process. However, some customers mentioned that delivery times could occasionally be longer than anticipated, suggesting that next-day delivery is not always a guarantee and should be factored in when ordering.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I bought a Canon EOS R5 ii and a Canon RF 100-500mm lens. I did loads of research online about price/ availability/ delivery. It was important to me that it wasn't faceless website/ warehouse. I ph... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

In the half year or so I have made several purchases from HDEW - camera, various lenses and filters. I have always received excellent service (and friendly advice, which is especially appreciated as I... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Faultless experience. Yes, they are massively cheaper. Delivered in perfect condition within 5 working days. UK plug as well, plus their own three year guarantee. Absolute no brainer to buy from HDEW.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bought my daughter her first proper camera for her 8th birthday, i had seen it at various large stores but did a little digging and got a really good price with HDEW cameras! Very competitive. Grea... See more


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  1. Photo Shop

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Professional online resellers of DSLR cameras, camcorders, lenses, memory cards and more from a range of brands such as Canon, Nikon, Olympus and Sigma.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I ordered a Canon 800mm F11 lens from…

I ordered a Canon 800mm F11 lens from HDEW Cameras. The cost of the item was lower than many other sellers and the website was easy to use.

Due to some extra 'weighing up' of a lens to buy, I ordered the item quite close to a trip we were doing the following week and I hoped I'd have the lens in time. After ordering the item I emailed the company to ask when likely despatch/delivery was and they were quick to respond to my query with likely delivery date.

There was in the end a slight delay in despatch (not surprising as supply chains are difficult at the moment) but in the end the lens arrived in time for my trip. The packaging of the item was excellent and the courier used was fast.

Great service all round. I've really enjoyed the new Canon lens and would have no hesitation in using HDEW cameras again.

24 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

May The Force Be With (H)DEW

I see HDEW are currently addressing the immediate thoughts of 99% of potential buyers in their advertising - "That price can't be right!!"

It's a canny marketing approach, because that's exactly what I thought too, but as I and many others have found out, you can believe the hype.

I've bought from here a couple of times now, but my most recent experience went above and beyond. I used an email discount code I'd been sent, but on checking out I realised I'd failed to notice a great big banner on the home page with a bigger discount. I emailed HDEW pleading my stupidity and they refunded me the extra discount amount. Now THAT is what you want your customer service to look like.

Delivery of my most recent lens was exactly 7 days from ordering and, keep this quiet, but despite not official being recognised for UK cashback promo's, I tried my my luck with the manufacturer anyway and even got the cashback. This brought the eventual price down to less than 1/3 of the UK RRP for the lens. Gotta be in it to win it, right?

Very happy customer.

28 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service, lens arrived and couple of days, very happy with it as a general use, not had long to test but found it gives excellent results

7 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent and helpful company, with a phone line too!

Had a question to ask about the camera I wanted to purchase, made phone call to Hdew and spoke to a helpful young lady who answered my question.
Purchased the camera at a very competitive price, it was dispatched promptly and well packaged. Hdew are an excellent company to do business with, this is the second time I’ve used them and will be using their services again in the near future.

25 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First time purchasing - excellent

First time purchasing after finding a very competitive price for new IPad.
Did some research and feeling satisfied they could be trusted with online purchasing.
As others reviews have identified it comes with a USA charging plug along with UK comparable one. I’m not sure why people are concerned about that, it’s a genuine Apple IPad.
Delivery was fantastic, day of ordering I rang to check when to expect it, assured me was in stock and would post for delivery the next day.
The pricing was excellent and it’s good to support small businesses. Highly recommend.

15 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Novice camera buyer

As a complete novice, I chose the Olympus camera from HDEW cameras.

After several no doubt amateurish questions that I asked, the responses were almost immediate and informative.

I would have no hesitation in recommending HDEW and Harry in particular.

25 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The prices are great!

The prices are great, especially when the vouchers are available. Items arrive in good time. And I’ve never had any problems with this company. Highly recommended.

21 April 2026
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