Free Camera Recycling
Digital cameras, DSLR, mirrorless, camcorders, action cameras — all recycled free. Always free. No appointment needed.
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Do you accept cameras and camcorders for recycling?
Yes — we take cameras and camcorders free, working or broken, any brand and any age. Bring them to Computer Recycling LLC at 125 E 10th Ave, North Kansas City, MO 64116. No appointment, no minimum quantity, no fee. We are open Monday to Friday 8am–3pm and Saturday 8am–2pm. Pull around to the back dock, ring the bell, and our crew comes out to unload for you — most drop-offs take under five minutes. Nothing is landfilled: working gear is refurbished for reuse and the rest is broken down for material recovery through R2v3 or e-Stewards certified partners. Larger volumes can be picked up instead.
- Free for almost every item — first 3 TVs free
- Working or broken — condition does not matter
- Data-bearing devices wiped or shredded on request
What We Accept
We accept all cameras: DSLR and mirrorless (Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Panasonic), point-and-shoot cameras, camcorders, action cameras (GoPro), trail cameras, dash cameras, film cameras, camera lenses, and accessories. Working or broken, any age.
Why Recycling Matters
Cameras contain precision-ground glass optics, rare earth elements in image sensors, lithium-ion batteries, copper wiring, and circuit boards with gold contacts. The image sensors alone contain indium and gallium — critically scarce elements. Recycling recovers these specialized materials that would be extremely difficult and environmentally costly to mine.
Buyback & Value Recovery
Camera equipment holds value exceptionally well. Canon, Nikon, and Sony DSLR and mirrorless bodies and lenses from the last 5 years often command strong prices. Even older pro-grade lenses can be valuable. Contact us with your gear list for a buyback quote.
Two Ways to Recycle
🏠 Free Drop-Off
Drive to our North Kansas City location, pull around back, and we’ll help you unload. Takes about 5 minutes. No appointment needed.
Mon–Fri 8am–3pm • Sat 8am–2pm
Get Directions →🏢 Business Pickup
Have a large quantity? We offer scheduled pickups for businesses across the KC metro. We’ll come to you, help load everything, and provide full documentation.
Contact us for pricing
Schedule a Pickup (3+ gaylords) →Preparing Your Camera for Recycling
Before dropping off your camera, take a moment to remove any SD cards or memory cards — these often contain personal photos and videos you may want to keep or securely erase. If the camera has internal storage, perform a factory reset through the settings menu to clear saved images, Wi-Fi passwords, and any linked cloud accounts. For cameras with GPS or geotagging features, disabling location services and wiping stored waypoints protects your privacy.
Remove the battery if it is user-accessible, and bring it along separately — we recycle batteries too, but loose batteries are easier to sort safely. Cameras should never be thrown in household trash because they contain lithium-ion batteries that pose fire risks in garbage trucks and landfills, along with circuit boards containing lead solder and small quantities of precious metals. Even a broken point-and-shoot camera yields recoverable glass, copper, aluminum, and rare earth elements that would otherwise be lost permanently.
Common questions
Can I recycle old cameras for free in Kansas City?
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Yes. Computer Recycling LLC accepts all cameras for free recycling — DSLRs, point-and-shoot, mirrorless, GoPros, camcorders, trail cameras, and more. All brands accepted. Free drop-off at 125 E 10th Ave, North Kansas City, MO 64116.
Does Computer Recycling LLC buy back working cameras?
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Yes. Working cameras with remaining market value may qualify for buyback, especially recent-model DSLRs and mirrorless cameras from Canon, Nikon, Sony, and similar brands. Contact us at (816) 295-2334 for a value assessment.
Should I remove the memory card before recycling a camera?
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Yes, we recommend removing SD cards, CF cards, and any other removable storage media before dropping off your camera. This protects your personal photos and videos. If you forget, let us know and we can assist with secure data destruction.
What camera accessories can I recycle?
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We accept camera accessories including lenses, flashes, battery grips, tripods, camera bags with electronics, chargers, and cables. Basically any electronic camera accessory can be recycled for free.
Have Questions or Want a Buyback Quote?
Tell us about your cameras and we’ll get back to you within 1 business day.
Ready to Recycle Your Camera?
Free recycling for everyone. Buyback available for qualifying equipment. Drop off anytime Mon–Sat.
Computer Recycling LLC offers free camera recycling for residents and businesses across the Kansas City metro area. We accept camera recycling, DSLR recycling, Canon camera disposal, Nikon camera, Sony camera recycling, GoPro recycling, camcorder recycling, and more — any brand, any condition, completely free. Equipment with remaining value may qualify for our buyback program.
Located at 125 E 10th Ave, North Kansas City, MO 64116. Open Monday–Friday 8am–3pm, Saturday 8am–2pm. No appointment needed. Businesses can Schedule a Pickup (3+ gaylords). See all items we accept.
