With and Without You

Factory Cameras (& Books)

At Factory Cameras (& Books), we believe photography is more than an image—it’s a way of seeing, a way of remembering, and a way of understanding. Our small, independent shop is rooted in the repair and restoration of classic film cameras, but always encompassed a deep appreciation for the printed image as well. That’s why we now offer a curated selection of photo books, art monographs, and visual culture titles, along with occasional literary and design works that align with our aesthetic and ethos.

We specialize in photo books—both contemporary and classic—with an emphasis on documentary photography, street photography, and mid-to-late 20th century works. You’ll also find books that explore the material and cultural history of photography, including rare and out-of-print titles.

Our background in film photography gives us a particular lens through which we view books. We value precision, craft, and care—whether it’s in a beautifully bound monograph or a well-worn paperback with a story to tell. Every item we list is described with honesty and detail, and shipped with the same level of attention we give to our cameras.

Condition Grading
We err on the side of understatement. If we say a book is “Very Good,” it’s probably better than that. Any flaws—however minor—will be noted. We don’t sell surprises.

Shipping & Packaging
We pack with collectors in mind. Books are carefully wrapped and reinforced so they arrive safely and beautifully. We’re based in Canada, and ship internationally with reasonable rates.

Who We Are
Factory Cameras & Books is run by a photographer, writer, and camera technician with over 20 years of experience in the field. Our physical workshop is in Canada, where we restore cameras made by the world's best know brands, and where we obsess over good design, clean typography, and wonderful photography.

What Else?
• We’re open to requests—if there’s a book you’re looking for, let us know.
• We’re building a selection of small-press and self-published titles, including zines and photo notebooks.
• You can find us at factorycameras.com or on Instagram at [@factorycameras].

Factory Cameras & Books: For those who love the image—on paper or on film.

If you are a consumer you can withdraw from the contract in accordance with the following. Consumer means any natural person who is acting for purposes which are outside his trade, business, craft or profession.

Information regarding the right of withdrawal

Statutory right to withdraw

You have the right to withdraw from this contract within 14 days without giving any reason.

The withdrawal period will expire after 14 days from the day on which you acquire, or a third party other than the carrier and indicated by you acquires, physical possession of the last good or the last lot or piece.

To exercise the right of withdrawal, electronically fill in and submit a clear statement on our website, under "My Purchases" in "My Account". We will communicate to you an acknowledgement of receipt of such a withdrawal on a durable medium (e.g. by e-mail) without delay.

To meet the withdrawal deadline, it is sufficient for you to send your communication concerning your exercise of the right of withdrawal before the withdrawal period has expired.

Effects of withdrawal

If you withdraw from this contract, we will reimburse to you all payments received from you, including the costs of delivery (except for the supplementary costs arising if you chose a type of delivery other than the least expensive type of standard delivery offered by us).

We may make a deduction from the reimbursement for loss in value of any goods supplied, if the loss is the result of unnecessary handling by you.

We will make the reimbursement without undue delay, and not later than 14 days after the day on which we are informed about your decision to withdraw from this contract.

We will make the reimbursement using the same means of payment as you used for the initial transaction, unless you have expressly agreed otherwise; in any event, you will not incur any fees as a result of such reimbursement.

We may withhold reimbursement until we have received the goods back, or you have supplied evidence of having sent back the goods, whichever is the earliest.

You shall send back the goods or hand them over to Factory Books, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, without undue delay and in any event not later than 14 days from the day on which you communicate your withdrawal from this contract to us. The deadline is met if you send back the goods before the period of 14 days has expired. You will have to bear the direct cost of returning the goods. You are only liable for any diminished value of the goods resulting from the handling other than what is necessary to establish the nature, characteristics and functioning of the goods.

Exceptions to the right of withdrawal

The right of withdrawal does not apply to:

1. The delivery of newspapers, journals or magazines with the exception of subscription contracts; and
2. The supply of digital content which is not supplied on a tangible medium (e.g. on a CD or DVD) if you accepted when you placed your order that we could start to deliver it, and that you could not withdraw once delivery had started.