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Cameras & Lenses: warranties compared

13 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.

The short version

11 of 13 brands cover cameras & lenses in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 6 years, from Tamron. 8 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends.

Every brand, side by side

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
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#BrandWarranty ScoreFull and partial coveragePurchase5 yrs10 yrs+
1Tamron65 / 100Full: 6 yearsNo partial coverage
2Sigma54 / 100Full: 4 yearsNo partial coverage
3CanonCheck your model's manual21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
4FujifilmVaries by model line21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
5GoPro21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
6Manfrotto18 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Whole product (with registration)
7Kasa15 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Wired camera; Security camera or doorbell
8PanasonicVaries by model line13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Camera or lens
9Insta36013 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Camera; Accessories
10Joby13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole product
11Kodak13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole camera
12NikonUnverified13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole product
13Polaroid13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Camera

From each maker's published warranty. “Unverified” means we couldn't confirm the terms on the maker's own site. How we rate warranties

The fine print, decoded

What these warranties often leave out

  • Accidental breaks and misuse7 of 13 brands
  • Normal wear and tear4 of 13 brands
  • Water damage3 of 13 brands
  • Batteries2 of 13 brands
  • Scratches, dents and looks1 of 13 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for cameras & lenses.

  1. CostcoTVs, computers, laptops, tablets, cameras, drones, projectors, smartwatches and cell phones90 days
  2. REIOutdoor electronics (GPS, cameras, watches, headlamps with electronics, etc.)90 days
  3. CrutchfieldMost items60 days
  4. B&H PhotoMost items30 days from delivery
  5. NeweggMost items30 days from delivery
  6. WalmartConsumer electronics and PC components30 days
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  1. RC WilleyMountain West storesOpened computers and camcorders30 days from delivery
  2. Best BuyDrones, digital cameras, lenses, camcorders and projectors15 days from delivery
  3. CuracaoSouthwest storesCameras, cell phones, drones, computers, tablets and wearables15 days
  4. StaplesComputers, laptops, tablets, printers, digital cameras and other technology and business machines14 days from delivery
  5. Nebraska Furniture MartMidwest and Texas storesComputers, tablets and cell phones (some versions also list cameras and drones)14 days
  6. BrandsMart USASoutheast storesCell phones, PCs and laptops, tablets, cameras, monitors, printers sold online5 days from delivery

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for cameras & lenses where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.

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Questions shoppers ask

Which brand of cameras & lenses has the best warranty?

On paper, Tamron scores highest, with 6 years of full coverage.

Is a long warranty on cameras & lenses really that long?

Often not for the whole product. Many longer warranties cover only certain parts after the first year or two, and you usually pay for the labor. The bars above show full and partial coverage separately.

Do I need to register to get the warranty?

2 of 13 brands require registration for some of their coverage, often within a set number of days. Keep your receipt either way.

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