Asia Camera Museum

Photography acts as an essential part of travel to capture all your precious moments. With one press on your digital camera, you can get a photo that you capture easily. Have you ever wondered how your grandparents’ photo been taken in the earlier days? Read on, and you’ll get the answer!

Asia Camera Museum - a one-stop centre for you to understand the history and the advancement of photography. It’s located on the first floor of No. 71, Armenian Street, Georgetown, Penang.

Once step into the museum, you’ll notice there are more than 1000 cameras and their accessories waiting there for you to discover. Take your time and look into them closely. You’ll be surprised most of them are antique cameras. Wow!

Wouldn't it be nice if you have the chance to touch and feel some of them? It’s time for you to experience at Asia Camera Museum.

After that, move your step into the Dark Room and learn how films are developed. Let’s explore and experience yourself. FUN FACT! Dark rooms were designed and used since the beginning of photography in the early 19th century.

What if you’re a camera repairer in the year of 60s, what will you use to repair the mechanical camera?

Yes! You’ll have the chance to “play” around with the tools at the Camera Repair Work Place section in this museum.

Thanks to various Photoshop tools that enable us to edit our photo before getting them to the public, have you ever wondered what if they do not exist in the world? Explore and discover the answer while you’re in Asia Camera Museum. It’ll definitely surprise you!

You’ll never know how many parts of accessories consist in one camera until you witness by yourself in this amazing museum. I get shocked when I know this! 😮

“What is this?” someone asked me when she looked at it. You won’t believe it’s a camera! SMART TIP! Remember to get the museum staff to guide you on how it works.

Such an incredible place! Step into Asia Camera Museum allows you to learn and have fun throughout the journey. This is one of the unique experiences that awaits you at Penang. You'll fall in love with it even if you're not a photographer. What are you waiting for? Start plan your journey to Asia Camera Museum to discover the evolution of camera today! 

P/S: These are the places you’ll never be bored; Visit them all when in Penang, Malaysia!