Suppliers and Vendors Directory
This page is a listing of Philippine-based institutions and companies that
retail or distribute photographic or photography-related products and services.
Where applicable or available, each entry will include:
- Complete contact information
- Name of contact person
- A summary of their key offerings.
Since many shops necessarily carry a range of products, I've tried to categorize suppliers based on what they are known
for.
I'm in the process of creating a set of icons to define other stuff (beyond the typical
merchandise that you can find in practically EVERY camera store) that may be available. This should be updated shortly.
This list is far from complete. If you find any errors, or would like to add new info, please email me at
photographe@diversions.com.ph
Special thanks to Kai Huang. His PH-PHOTO FAQing Sheet was the source of much of the information here.
Major Distributors
| Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc. |
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Exclusive distributor of Canon cameras, lenses, printers, photocopiers...
The firm also maintains service centers.
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Adr: 2153 Marvin Plaza Bldg. Chino Roces Ave., Makati City
Phn: 812-6047; 812-6076 to 79, Fax: 812-0067
Eml: info@canon.com.ph
WWW: http://www.canon.com.ph
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A few service centers, but these are not dedicated to photo equipment. Check out their site.
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| Columbia Global Photo Sales Corp. |
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Official Phil. distributor for Nikon and Olympus... typically very expensive prices, probably to
protect their retailers; quite possibly the worst place to buy Nikon stuff since everything is usually at
LIST price.
Official Phil. distributor for Konika Films... wow, si Aga. Oh, they also carry Colpan at Php50 per roll.
Runs a chain of express labs across Manila.
"Typical" range of consumer-class compacts and SLRs plus accessories.
Their megamall branch has a neat poster of all the Nikon bodies ever produced. Not for sale, though.
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Ad: #129-135 G. Roxas Street, San Francisco Del Monte, Quezon City
Ph: 363-8550
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| Island Multi Industrial Sales Corporation |
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Manfrotto Tripods and Support Systems - official Phil. distributor
They also carry Unomat and Cokin products, and their website claims to carry Leica and Hasselblad.
Runs a chain of express labs across Manila, carries mostly Kodak films.
"Typical" range of consumer-class compacts and SLRs plus accessories.
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Mary Grace Gallano |
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Ad: 108 Gamboa St., Legaspi Village, Makati City
Ph: 810-7616
WWW: http://www.islandphoto.com.ph
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Quite numerous. Check out their website and go to the "contact us" section.
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| Jade Computer Systems Manufacturing Corp. |
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Exclusive distributor of Sigma lenses, flashes and accessories.
Just found this on the web and have yet to confirm what they offer.
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Adr: Jade Bldg., 353 San Rafael St., Plainview, Mandaluyong City,
Phn: 532-7439; Fax: 532-9134
Eml: jadecomp@skyinet.net
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A few service centers, but these are not dedicated to photo equipment. Check out their site.
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Distributes all Kodak products in the Philippines; from films to digital cameras.
Also maintains supply a "co-branded" chain of express labs and digital printing labs across the country--Kodak Express. |
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Ariel |
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Adr: 2247 Chino Roces Ave., Makati City
Phn: 810-0331; Fax: 816-6718
Eml: contactph@kodak.com
WWW: http://www.kodak.com.ph
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Tons. Or none. Depends on how you want to think of the Kodak Express shops. To find these, check out the site.
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| Photokina Marketing Corporation, Inc. |
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Exclusive distributor of Minolta, Polaroid, Vivitar, and Mamiya cameras, lenses and accesories.
Exclusive distributor or Agfa and Perutz (low-market AGFA) films, and Polaroid instant films.
Also distributes Hanimex and Samsung compact cameras and accessories.
Supposedly carries Sony digital camera products.
Runs a chain of express labs around the country (Photoplus).
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Adr: Photokina Building, 117 West Avenue, Quezon City
Phn: 371-3888, 371-1888, 371-1777, 371-1688
Eml: marketing@photokina.com.ph, orders@photokina.com.ph, support@photokina.com.ph
WWW: http://www.photokina.com.ph
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Photoplus: lots and lots. Check out their website. For a list.
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Exclusive distributor of Pentax equipment, including Medium Format bodies and lenses.
They also sell Ferraria Solaris film, an obscure but cheap film from Europe.
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Willy Tan, Arnel Co Macariola |
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Adr: 237-239 P. Tuazon Blvd. Cubao, Quezon City
Phn: 912-0640
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SM North EDSA (453-0697), Megamall (634-4144), Alabang Town Center (850-5474)
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| YKL Color Laboratory Philippines |
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Essentially, a FUJIFILM Philippines, distributes consumer and pro FUJI films
and papers.
They also bring in compact cameras (film and digital) and digital SLRs.
Also maintains a chain of express labs and digital printing labs across the country. |
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Ariel |
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Adr: 24 Sto. Domingo St., Quezon City Philippines
Phn: 743-6601 to 06; Fax: 732-4661
Eml: yklfis@broline.com
WWW: http://www.yklcolor.com
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Tons. Pro films are tough to find across their branches though so it's best to call and ask where.
Check the website for complete list of branches--http://www.yklcolor.com/branches.html
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Retailers / Vendors
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Retailer of Tamrac bags and Visio studio lights.
Also stocks Ilford films.
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Frank Tsai |
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Ph: 741-9743 (telefax), 732-8991, 731-1408
Em: aperturetrade@yahoo.com
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Retails cameras, lenses, and accessories across all major brands.
Carries an extensive array of Nikon equipment.
They have a selection of pro lighting equipment including spare bulbs.
Carries Ilford and other brands of pro films and papers.
Darkroom equipment and supplies, including LPL enlargers, change bags, tanks, reels and chemicals.
The most talked about source of more esoteric equipment and supplies.
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Wilson Yap Lu (prop.) |
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Ad: 712 Hidalgo St., Quiapo, Manila
Ph: 733-2761 / 733-5474 / 734-3307
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Carries Kodak papers at a very good price.
Also carries some esoterica and vintage camera equipment.
They also have some old leica stuff inside a glass cabinet.
An otherwise old shop well past it's prime.
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Ad: Tomas Pinpin St., Escolta (between Dasmarinas and Escolta St.)
Ph: 241-3684
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Stocks an extensive selection of Kodak darkroom chemicals and papers.
Also has a range of Ilford films and papers.
Also carries digital media and papers.
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Ad: Unit D, 1538 San Gregorio St. (cor Penafrancia), 1007 Paco, Manila (there are two entrances, make sure you've got the right one)
Ph: 564-1447 to 48; Fax: 564-1449
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Retails cameras, lenses, and accessories across all major brands.
An extensive selection of tripods (Slik and Manfrotto).
Carries inkjet papers and media and lots of lamination equipment and supplies.
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Lety C. Uy (managing director), Rodney |
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Ad: 713 R. Hidalgo St., Quiapo, Manila
Ph: 734-4471, 734-3304 to 05, 733-4565, 733-5531; Fax: 733-5528
Em: fotolam@vasia.com
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Retailer of cameras, lenses, and accessories across all major brands
Also deals in pre-owned equipment.
They deliver, but sometimes it takes a while. Your mileage may vary.
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Albert Chiu (prop.), Kristle Chiu, Rosa (Assistant), Clarissa (Assistant)
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Ad: Rm. 701, Chua Yu Bldg., 485 Azuncion St., Binondo, Manila
Ph: 243-2931, 243-3501
Em: fototech@pacific.net.ph
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Retails Canons and Nikons primarily.
Also a selection of P&S cameras.
Carries a selection of lights and tripods.
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Henry Ong, General Manager
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Ad: 310 P. Gomez St., Quiapo, Manila
Ph: 733-7723, 734-6198; Fax: 734-4018
Em: henryscamera@yahoo.com
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Carries an impressive range of Nikon equipment, if they don't have it they can probably order it for you.
Also carries a selection of Canon stuff.
Retails cameras and accessories across all major brands.
Retailer miscellaneous photography equipment.
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Adr: 111, 113, 115 C. Palanca St., Quiapo, Manila
Phn: 733-7598, 733-7722, 314-7786
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| One-Ten General Merchandise, Inc. |
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Polaroid cameras and films - authorized distributor.
They also carry GP Rechargeable Batteries at very good prices.
Also carries a wide range of films.
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Adr: 721-723 R. Hidalgo St., Quiapo, Manila
Phn: 733-8571, 735-0685
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They carry Paterson darkroom equipment as well as Ilford films.
Seamless paper, studio lighting and other studio equipment available also.
I've just read of this company on the list. No info as of yet.
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Adr: Dasmarinas St. (parallel Escolta), Binondo, City of Manila
Phn: 241-3784, 241-3771, 241-3789
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Carries an impressive range of Nikon equipment, if they don't have it they can probably order it for you.
They keep a decent range of sunpak filters on stock.
Retails cameras and accessories across all major brands.
Retailer miscellaneous photography equipment.
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Philip King Tan Tang (Prop.) |
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Adr: 312 P. Gomez St., Quiapo, Manila
Phn: 733-7697
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Carries Kodak Professional films and papers, and some darkroom chemistry.
LuckyPan film and chemicals.
They also have an enlarger on display.
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Adr: 731 R. Hidalgo St., Quiapo, Manila
Phn: 733-4562, 733-3968 |
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Retails Sigma lenses and flash units.
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Adr: 1082-A Pasong Tamo St., Makati City
Phn: 899-5018 / 897-0648
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Express Labs
| Fuji Image Plaza (Digital Imaging Station) |
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Digital printing services.
YKL Color Labs is part of the same chain but for a lower market with no digital services.
The SM Megamall branch has a decent selection of pro films including Velvia and some
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Same as YKL Color Labs.
Megamall: 633-6345, SM North EDSA: 925-4591, SM Bicutan: 822-9012
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SM North EDSA, Megamall, SM Bicutan, UP Shopping Center (Florophoto), Ortigas (K Digital);
Check the website for complete list of branches--http://www.yklcolor.com/branches.html
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| Island Photo Center, Inc. |
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Colored negatives processing and printing.
A chain of express labs across Manila, carries mostly Kodak films.
"Typical" range of consumer-class compacts and SLRs plus accessories.
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Ad: See listing in MAJOR DISTRIBUTORS.
Ph: 816-7616
Www: http://www.islandphoto.com.ph
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Numerous. Check their website. Notable: Shoppesville (Greenhills), SM Megamall (basement), Podium (4th Floor)
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Large chain of express labs.
Hama camera bags and accessories
Digital enhancement services... not sure if this is true of all their branches.
"Typical" range of consumer-class compacts and SLRs plus accessories.
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Adr: Kameraworld Bldg., 1817-25 Espana cor. Prudencio Sts. Sampaloc Manila
Phn: 741-4747, 7313310
Eml: redinald@kameraworld.com.ph (marketing)
WWW: http://www.kameraworld.com.ph
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Lots. Practically all major malls and commercial districts have at least one branch.
To be sure check out their website.
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Large chain of express labs.
As a subsidiary of Photokina, this chain tends to sell or display the same
range of products as Photokina--Agfa films, Vivitar and Tamron equipment.
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Adr: For corporate offices, see listing for Photokina Marketing Corporation.
WWW: http://www.photoplus.com.ph - still under construction
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Supposedly a lot. Megamall has one, but since they're site is under construction, I don't know where the others are.
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Colored negative processing and printing. A Kodak Express shop.
Digital printing capability
Very decent service, but carries only Kodak film, mostly consumer types. I do
most of my developing here because it's close to work.
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Adr: Level 5, Shangri-La Plaza Mall, EDSA cor. Shaw, Mandaluyong City
Phn: 636-3006
Eml: photostation@i-manila.com.ph
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Digital printing
Never even seen this company yet. Anyone have any feedback?
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Ad: Stall D Madison Square Building, Ortigas Avenue corner Madison St. Greenhills, San Juan
Ph: 721-1731
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Custom Labs
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Slide (E6) and Negative (C41) processing
Digital printing, large-format printing.
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Ad: Magallanes, Makati City
Ph: 851-1213
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| Chie Zamora Photography and Frames |
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Negative (C41 and B/W) processing
Frames
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Mrs. Amy Zamora |
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Ad: 1515 F. Jhocson Street, Sampaloc, Manila
Ph: 749-4713, 749-4716, 749-8462; Fax: 749-8451
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178 T. Bugallon Street, Kalookan City
- 362-2377, 361-7883
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Digital printing, and large format printing
Never tried this company yet. Anyone have any feedback?
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Ad: 1606 Atlanta Center No. 31 Annapolis St., Greenhills, San Juan
Ph: 705-3166
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Slide (E6) and Negative (C41 and B/W) processing
Digital printing, large-format printing.
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Ad: Magallanes, Makati City
Ph: 851-1213
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| K Digital (a.k.a. "Jigger's") Fuji Digital Imaging |
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Technically, this is another Fuji Digital Imaging station.
However
this place comes highly recommended at the PH-PHOTO electronic list, hence the separate entry.
Digital scanning (to CD) and printing services using Frontier system and the standard range
of Fuji films. Processing and printing, of course.
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Jigger |
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Adr: Unit 2A, 2nd Floor, City Center Bldg., Ortigas (cor. Madison) Ave., San Juan
Phn: 705-1618
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Negative (C41 and B/W) processing
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Mercy |
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Adr: 38 P. Tuazon Blvd., Cubao, Quezon City
Phn: 723-1902, 410-0739
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Slide (E6) and Negative (C41 and B/W) processing
Digital printing, large-format printing.
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Adr: Forbes Park, Makati City
Phn: 867-2188
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B/W and color negative processing and printing
Assortment of second-hand equipment.
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Manny Ang |
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Adr: 67 EDSA, Makati City
Phn: 833-4874
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Training / Courses
| Federation of Philippine Photographers Foundation (FPPF) |
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Small talks and short courses every Sunday at Cafe Isla, Fort Santiago.
One of the biggest photography clubs.
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Ph: 844-7769 / 813-7420
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Miscellaneous
| Alysons' Chemical Enterprises, Inc. |
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Chemicals importer and distributor.
Sells a wide range of chemicals by the kilo or liter. Many basic photoengraving and darkroom chemicals
can be acquired through them. Make sure to specify chemical name.
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Ad: 1425 G. Araneta Ave., Quezon City (near SFDM).
Ph: 712-2266 (Sales)
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Archival printing and large format printing
Never tried this company yet. Anyone have any feedback?
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Ad: 9708A Pililia st., Makati City
Ph: 897-5736
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Large format printing.
This was in the original FAQ, and so is copied here.
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Jocy Gonzalo |
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Ph: 0917-8478541
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Photographic process streamers and large format printing.
This was in the original FAQ, and so is copied here.
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Alan Sta. Ana |
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Ph: 0917-8478541
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Handmade albums and frames.
This was in the original FAQ, and so is copied here.
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Ph: 725-2155 / 724-7770
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Muslin backgrounds.
This was in the original FAQ, and so is copied here.
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Adr: 707 Hidalgo St., Quiapo, Manila
Ph: 733-1416 / 0917-3581347
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Bandinelli Italian leather albums.
This was in the original FAQ, and so is copied here.
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Ph: 635-9273
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Frames, archival mounting, and acid-free boarding.
This was in the original FAQ, and so is copied here.
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Agnes Amarra |
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Ph: 0917-5282329
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Digital prints, in-store and outdoor displays, large format printing.
This was in the original FAQ, and so is copied here.
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Wiley Tan |
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Adr: Ortigas Extension
Ph: 641-4498
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Pelican watertight cases.
Actually a SCUBA shop, they often carry products for underwater photography and videography.
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Ian Paredes (GM) |
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Adr: 1181 Vito Cruz Ext., Makati City
Phn: 895-3551, 890-7807, 890-7805; Fax: 890-8982
Eml: info@scubaworld.com.ph
Www: http://www.scubaworld.com.ph
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San Juan, Paranaque, and numerous others. Check their website.
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Photographic stickers.
This was in the original FAQ, and so is copied here.
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Tonichi |
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Ph: 0917-5371975
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Taiwan-made albums with wood box and cover pages.
Seamless and other types of background fabric.
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Adr: 386 Dasmarinas street (parallel Escolta), Binondo, Manila
Ph: 231-8074
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This document was last updated on 23 July 2003.
Much of this information was taken from the PH-PHOTO Yahoo!Group archives and from the PH-PHOTO FAQ compiled by Kai Huang.
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