Cathay Photo

Heritage camera retailer with deep ranges across cameras, lenses, lighting and studio gear.

Cathay Photo

Cathay Photo is one of Singapore's most established photography retailers, with a flagship store at Peninsula Plaza and a service office at Tan Boon Liat Building. Its catalogue covers interchangeable lens cameras, cine cameras, action cameras, drones, lenses, lighting, tripods, bags, filters, storage, dry cabinets and printing products. The store also runs Cathay In Focus talks and has a rewards programme, making it more than a basic checkout counter. It is a strong all-rounder for photographers who want official products, hands-on advice and a broad accessory ecosystem in one central location.

THEBESTSG STAFF REVIEW

Cathay Photo earns the top spot because it remains the most complete stop for serious camera buyers in Singapore. The Peninsula Plaza store is especially useful when you need to compare bodies, lenses, bags, filters and support gear without hopping between several shops. Staff knowledge is generally strongest for practical kit-building and brand comparisons. The trade-off is that it may not always be the absolute cheapest for bargain hunters, but the product depth, location and after-sales clarity make it a dependable first call.

WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

It combines heritage, broad inventory, central access and proper support for both hobbyists and working photographers, making it the most dependable overall camera store in Singapore.

The editors' scorecard - 89/100

Unique Service Proposition18/20
Quality of Service19/20
Accessibility18/20
Value for Money17/20
Innovation17/20