In an era when youths are rediscovering their parents’ crappy CoolPix digital cameras and snapping photos on aging handheld video game consoles, one might wonder if there’s still a place for vintage camera stores. Artifct makes a compelling case for its own existence. More than an antiques shop, Artifct is a torchbearer for the eternal cool of film photography. Where else could you pick up a Japanese 3D camera and a fistful of new and expired 35 mm film after gazing lovingly at a Leica that’s way out of your price range? But they aren’t just an existential threat to local photographers’ bank accounts — Artifct is creating a community for analog artists, professionals and hobbyists alike.
Best Camera Shop (Analog)
