Places to rent a camera
Aug 20, 2017 13:59:41 #
I have seen several of you mention renting camera equipment to try out before purchasing. My son is interested in the Nikon Coolpix P900. He would like to rent one for our trip to the NC mountains in September. Could any of you offer suggestions as to what companies to contact to rent a camera? (Also, welcome comments about this camera...pro and con. We have a Nikon D7000 with 18-200mm lens, currently. Not giving that up) Thank you!!
Aug 20, 2017 14:20:04 #
I've rented from Lensrentals.com. They rent cameras and lenses, along with certain peripheral items such as batteries and memory cards. Their service is extremely prompt, the products they rent are in flawless condition, and their customer service is first class. Their service is not cheap, but it is extremely reasonable when you compare it with the cost of buying an item that you just want to try for a short while.
Aug 20, 2017 16:19:56 #
Lensrentals.com is good.
You don't say where you or your son live, but here in Houston we have a local camera/lens rental place and I would be surprised if other large cities didn't also have them.
You don't say where you or your son live, but here in Houston we have a local camera/lens rental place and I would be surprised if other large cities didn't also have them.
Aug 20, 2017 18:54:43 #
I've rented from LensRentals.com numerous times. They're very good. They clean every item when it comes back from being rented - even the sensors in digital cameras. They include a pre-paid return shipping label to make returns easy.
Aug 20, 2017 21:44:36 #
Thank you. We live in Jacksonville, Florida. Unfortunately, we don't have a camera store any more. It is a shame for a city as large as we are. Wolf was the last one and it closed a couple of years ago.
Aug 21, 2017 05:48:33 #
Borrowlenses.com is another good rental company. They also have a few pick-up locations around the country but none in Florida.
Aug 21, 2017 09:26:19 #
mizzee
Loc: Boston,Ma
I've used both LensPro to Go and Borrow Lenses. Great experience with both. They deliver to you and the return is simply a matter of dropping off at FedEx. Lenses come week packed.
Aug 21, 2017 10:53:13 #
hankm1
Loc: Mount Prospect IL
I have rented lenses several times from:
ATS Rentals
15 W Main St Box 260
Piper City, Illinois 60959
Customer Service: 815-686-2687
www.atsrentals.com
I've never had a problem. Customer service on the phone is always very helpful.
Overnight shipment to your location.
ATS Rentals
15 W Main St Box 260
Piper City, Illinois 60959
Customer Service: 815-686-2687
www.atsrentals.com
I've never had a problem. Customer service on the phone is always very helpful.
Overnight shipment to your location.
Aug 21, 2017 13:57:02 #
Aug 21, 2017 20:00:34 #
Ladybugjf wrote:
I have seen several of you mention renting camera equipment to try out before purchasing. My son is interested in the Nikon Coolpix P900. He would like to rent one for our trip to the NC mountains in September. Could any of you offer suggestions as to what companies to contact to rent a camera? (Also, welcome comments about this camera...pro and con. We have a Nikon D7000 with 18-200mm lens, currently. Not giving that up) Thank you!!
Sometimes, depending on how long you rent, the rental money you spend could go toward the purchase of the camera. If you do not like it after using it enough to know for sure, Sell it.
Aug 23, 2017 08:39:15 #
Thanks for the replies!! He is exploring the options y'all suggested. I knew the Hogs could help!! :)
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