Nothing captures nostalgia like a CCD camera sensor. Their imagery is full of character, grit, and soul. If you already love these cameras like I do, or are looking to get into retro camcorders, you’re in just the right place.

I’m Joseph Patrick Conroy, an indie cinematographer and video production company owner based in NYC, and I’ve been fascinated by CCD cameras since my college days. These cameras powered countless indie films, skate videos, and experimental projects in the late 90s and early to late-2000s, defining a raw, grainy, and beautifully imperfect aesthetic that hi-def clarity can’t touch. Now, in 2025, they’re roaring back, ready to challenge the sterile perfection of modern 4K.

At CCD City Cameras, I source and sell well-maintained CCD cameras and their accessories, and provide the resources you need — from capture software to modern recording solutions — to make decades-old tech work seamlessly in today’s digital world. Our mission is simple: keep these iconic cameras accessible and help enthusiasts and filmmakers like me keep the past alive, one lo-fi interlaced frame at a time.