Paris Museum of Iconic Cameras

99 Cameras of Legend

Welcome to the first Parisian museum dedicated to iconic cameras.

  • PriceFree and open to all
  • Opening hoursMonday – Saturday : 10 – 17:30 Closed: 7 Oct8 Oct9 Oct10 Oct11 Oct
  • AddressStudio Harcourt, 6 Rue de Lota, 75116 Paris

The Museum

Nested within the mythical Studio Harcourt, our pocket-sized museum invites you to a fascinating journey through time in the company of the most iconic cameras of the 20th century.

Along this route, you’ll encounter legendary brands like Leica, Hasselblad, or Zeiss Ikon, but also lesser-known gems of design and technology that have paved the way for the cameras we use today.

Sometimes seen as nostalgic curiosities, these devices were once objects of passion and desire. They changed how we see the world and laid the foundations of today’s “image society.”

More than a vintage showcase, the museum presents 99 iconic cameras that bear witness to generations of visionary creators. Together they tell the story of a century obsessed with capturing the world.

Obsessed with capturing light.

A family passion for cameras

Like any real collector, Gianpaolo Benincasa was not a reasonable man.

For over half a century he hunted rare analog cameras around the world, building an eclectic collection that runs from the early 20th century to the dawn of digital photography in the 90s. In 2023, three years after his passing, his son Federico founded the 99 Cameras Museum to continue his legacy and share his passion.

The museum champions analog photography as a modern, playful, daring and deeply emotional way to capture reality, free from digital technology’s relentless pursuit of perfection.

Like any real collector, Gianpaolo Benincasa was not a reasonable man.
Discover the Museum through Mathieu Stern’s video

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Our 100% Analog Event

Since 2025 we host a truly one-of-a-kind event, where analog cameras meet movement, and passion meets community.

Twice a year, we bring together over 20 innovative initiatives and as many analog photographers for a festival dedicated to analog photography. Come meet the creators, makers, rebels and dreamers who are reinventing analog for a new generation — whether you are a longtime enthusiast or simply analog-curious.

The Analog Chronicles at the 99 Cameras Museum
Studio Harcourt

Plan your visit

Visitor Information

Price

Visit is free and open to all

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Opening hours

Monday – Saturday : 10 – 17:30

Last entry 30 minutes before closing

Exceptional closures

  • Wednesday, 7 October 2026
  • Thursday, 8 October 2026
  • Friday, 9 October 2026
  • Saturday, 10 October 2026
  • Sunday, 11 October 2026

Address

99 Cameras Museum
Studio Harcourt

6 Rue de Lota
75116 Paris

Metro 9 Rue de la Pompe
Bus 52 Place Jean Monnet
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Loved it!
MMartyna
Très belle expérience pour mieux apprendre le monde de la photographie
PParicaroeag Caro
Visite régulière (1 à 2 fois par mois) du Studio Harcourt et du 99 Cameras Museum en encadrant des groupes de seniors et à chaque fois c’est un émerveillement général, d’autant plus que le Studio Harcourt est très accueillant
RRoland Bensaid
A sublime building and beautiful exhibition. We really enjoyed it! Highly recommended!!
SSinead Alexandre
Une initiative inspirante, qui redonne vie à des objets étonnants, et nous fait voyager dans toute l’histoire de la photographie !
CChristophe de Dreuille
Enfin!!!! Un musée génial, avec pas mal de choses sur l’argentique! Merci 99 caméras museum!
LLucas Nanini
Magnifique hôtel particulier, très bon accueil. Nous avons été surpris par la richesse de cette exposition qui associe la technologie à l’esthétique. L’organisateur, qui était présent, nous a entraîné dans un voyage dans le temps. Les nombreuses photos en noir et blanc de stars du cinéma sont sublimes. Un coup de cœur pour Michèle Morgan et Noémie Merlant.
IIsabelle Buchet
Un site exceptionnel, très complémentaire au studio Harcourt, et retraçant avec beaucoup de bonheur la magie de l’innovation bouillonnante qui a caractérisé le monde de la photographie argentique : félicitations pour la réalisation de ce beau musée !!
DDenisjean Perrus
Belle exposition de photos argentique modernes, et collection très intéressante d’appareils photo du 20ième siècle, dont certains sont de véritables pépites.
CConférences Paris
Un panorama passionnant de la photo argentique avec des appareils très différents. Un sacré travail de recherche derrière et beaucoup de connaissances historiques et techniques. A conseiller.
BBenoît de Massy
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