Rental equipment
Apr 1, 2022 23:42:58 #
I’m looking to rent either a DSLR or a mirrorless camera and lens. Who are the most reputable outfits to deal with? Many thanks for your wonderful input and I hope everyone is well just stay
Apr 1, 2022 23:51:39 #
Apr 1, 2022 23:59:35 #
wdross
Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado
DI Seller wrote:
I’m looking to rent either a DSLR or a mirrorless camera and lens. Who are the most reputable outfits to deal with? Many thanks for your wonderful input and I hope everyone is well just stay
LensRental
Apr 2, 2022 01:11:12 #
The other major one is Borrow Lenses. Not sure if one is better than the other, you might just check the two and sees which offers a better price. If you sign up for Borrow Lenses, they occasionally have deals, so if you are flexible on when you need it, you can often get some discount.
https://www.borrowlenses.com/?b_campaign=Brand-New&b_campaignid=62148405&b_adgroup=Borrow%20Lenses%20-%20Exact&b_adgroupid=5929635838&b_adid=79714714763132&b_term=borrow%20lenses&b_termid=kwd-21437627989:loc-71284&b_isproduct=&b_productid=&&msclkid=09a2216741e11199a44a43209b3f8c0b&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Brand-New&utm_term=borrow%20lenses&utm_content=Borrow%20Lenses%20-%20Exact&gclid=09a2216741e11199a44a43209b3f8c0b&gclsrc=3p.ds
https://www.borrowlenses.com/?b_campaign=Brand-New&b_campaignid=62148405&b_adgroup=Borrow%20Lenses%20-%20Exact&b_adgroupid=5929635838&b_adid=79714714763132&b_term=borrow%20lenses&b_termid=kwd-21437627989:loc-71284&b_isproduct=&b_productid=&&msclkid=09a2216741e11199a44a43209b3f8c0b&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Brand-New&utm_term=borrow%20lenses&utm_content=Borrow%20Lenses%20-%20Exact&gclid=09a2216741e11199a44a43209b3f8c0b&gclsrc=3p.ds
Apr 2, 2022 07:42:17 #
Apr 2, 2022 09:05:14 #
Lens rentals is excellent (www.lensrentals.com) Have used them numerous times to try out new equipment. Excellent service
Apr 2, 2022 09:09:33 #
Apr 2, 2022 10:07:38 #
Actually, I think if someone refers you with “Lenrentals,” you both should get $25 off….
Apr 2, 2022 10:43:01 #
Apr 2, 2022 14:09:12 #
Apr 2, 2022 17:37:28 #
Apr 2, 2022 17:56:55 #
For fun, I tried to compare prices for Lens Rentals and Borrow Lenses (which I have used twice). Looks like the prices are essentially the same though Lens Rentals appears to charge for the shipping whereas Borrow Lenses provides free UPS shipping on rentals above $149? Also has 20% off for new customers. Not sure if insurance costs are the same. Of course, if one doesn't have what wants (ie. availability, etc), that would tip the equation.
PS. I have no connection to either company, and have contemplated using Lens Rentals since they seem to have more Olympus gear which I was interested in trying.
PS. I have no connection to either company, and have contemplated using Lens Rentals since they seem to have more Olympus gear which I was interested in trying.
Apr 3, 2022 12:54:01 #
In addition to the internet sources, some markets will have a sizeable retailer who also rents gear. I know Hunt's does this in New England.
Apr 3, 2022 14:45:23 #
Apr 4, 2022 15:44:14 #
Most camera stores (at least in California) have much less gear to rent and charge a much higher rate. For example, my camera store charges more than twice what Borrow Lenses charges for a D500 per day. Plus they don't have a Z 100-400mm lens, which I was interested in trying.
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