Germany is one of the best places in Europe to buy professional camera, video, audio and studio equipment. The country has a strong network of specialist retailers serving everyone from beginners and content creators to professional photographers, filmmakers, production companies and broadcasters.
Unlike general electronics stores, specialist dealers can offer professional advice, product demonstrations, used equipment, trade-in services and specialized products that are difficult to find elsewhere.
Among the most important retailers are Teltec, Mediatec, Calumet Photo Video and Foto Erhardt. There are also several other well-known specialist dealers worth considering.
1. Teltec – Professional Film, Video and Broadcast Equipment
Teltec is particularly well suited to professional video production, filmmaking, broadcasting and streaming.
The company describes itself as a system supplier for professional moving-image production, serving cameramen, broadcasters, universities, freelancers and industrial companies. Its range includes cameras, lenses, tripods, gimbals, drones, monitors, audio equipment, lighting, streaming equipment and post-production technology. Teltec says its online shop carries around 20,000 products from more than 370 manufacturers.
Teltec has showrooms in several German cities, including Cologne, Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, Karlsruhe, Ludwigsburg and the Rhine-Main area. Customers can test cameras, lenses, rigs, tripods and other video equipment at participating showrooms, with appointments recommended for some equipment demonstrations.
Best for:
- Professional filmmaking
- Broadcast equipment
- Cinema cameras
- Sony, Canon, RED, ARRI and Blackmagic systems
- Professional audio
- Lighting
- Gimbals and camera rigs
- Streaming and live production
For a professional film production, Teltec is one of the first German retailers worth checking.
2. Mediatec – Professional Video, Audio and Studio Technology
Mediatec is another specialist supplier, particularly strong in professional video, broadcast, audio and studio technology.
Mediatec offers cameras, lenses, lighting, audio equipment, studio equipment, production accessories and broadcasting solutions. Its website also emphasizes professional consulting and project support rather than simply selling products online.
One advantage of Mediatec is its showroom and demonstration area, where customers can see and test products ranging from cameras and tripods to studio systems. The company says customers can arrange individual consultations and demonstrations and receive manufacturer-independent recommendations.
Best for:
- Professional video production
- Studio equipment
- Broadcast systems
- Audio
- Livestreaming
- Production accessories
- Professional installations
- Companies and production studios
Mediatec can be particularly attractive when you are building an entire production system rather than simply purchasing a camera.
3. Calumet Photo Video – Cameras, Lenses and Professional Photography
Calumet Photo Video is one of the best-known specialist photo and video retailers in Germany.
Calumet sells cameras and lenses from major manufacturers such as Sony, Canon, Nikon, Panasonic, Fujifilm, OM System and Leica. It also offers lighting, studio equipment, video equipment, microphones, monitors, drones, gimbals and accessories.
One of Calumet’s major advantages is its combination of physical stores and online shopping. The company currently operates 13 locations in Germany and offers professional advice, workshops and other services.
Used equipment
Calumet is also interesting for customers who don’t want to buy everything new. Its second-hand department sells used cameras and lenses, and Calumet offers trade-in services for existing equipment. According to its current information, used equipment comes with a 30-day return period and 12 months of statutory warranty coverage, including six months of guarantee.
Best for:
- Sony, Canon, Nikon and Fujifilm cameras
- Photography
- Hybrid photo/video cameras
- Professional lenses
- Studio lighting
- Used cameras and lenses
- Trade-ins
- Accessories
Calumet is therefore a particularly good choice for both enthusiasts and professionals.
4. Foto Erhardt – One of Germany’s Established Photo Retailers
Foto Erhardt is another major German photography retailer.
The company has been operating for more than 120 years and currently has 14 stores, including locations in North Rhine-Westphalia, Lower Saxony, Bavaria, Hesse, Rhineland-Palatinate and Bremen. Foto Erhardt says it has more than 200 employees and also operates photo studios, an academy, wholesale operations and an online shop.
Its product range includes cameras, lenses, flashes, lighting, tripods, camera bags, memory cards, filters, drones, video equipment and other accessories. It stocks major brands including Canon, Nikon, Sony, Panasonic, Fujifilm, Tamron, Sigma, Manfrotto, Zeiss and others.
Foto Erhardt also offers services such as trade-in, sensor cleaning, courses and events.
Best for:
- Photography
- Mirrorless cameras
- Lenses
- Camera accessories
- Sony, Canon, Nikon and Fujifilm
- Beginners through professionals
- Physical stores in several German states
For photographers who want a traditional specialist camera retailer with a large selection, Foto Erhardt is a strong option.
Other German Camera Retailers Worth Considering
The four companies above are not the only choices. Germany has several other established specialist retailers.
Foto Koch
Foto Koch is particularly well known in Düsseldorf and throughout Germany. It offers cameras, lenses, lighting, accessories and video equipment and is worth comparing when buying expensive equipment.
For people in North Rhine-Westphalia, Düsseldorf is especially useful because several major photographic retailers can be reached relatively easily.
Foto Sauter
Foto Sauter in Munich was historically another major specialist retailer. Its online shop was migrated into Calumet’s online platform in August 2025, while services such as equipment rental, workshops and repairs continued through the Calumet organization.