About renting lenses....
May 6, 2014 07:30:49 #
dancing2flower wrote:
I live in an area where there are no/few real camera stores close by. (Crystal River, FL) Should I seek out what and wherever they are or be comfortable using an online rental? Which ones do you recommend? Experiences pro/con? Liabilities? If I want to buy a used lens to save money is it best to buy from the rental stores or take chances with ads?
Thank you!
Thank you!
So you want to rent a lens to try it and decide whether or not to buy it? The rental period might not be long enough to fully evaluate it. If there is a particular lens or focal length you're considering, read reviews and ask for opinions here. Then look for a refurb, or possible, a used one.
A refurb will come with a warranty and be in good condition. With a used lens, you get a lower price, but you take your chances.
May 6, 2014 08:01:23 #
DavidPine
Loc: Fredericksburg, TX
JC56 wrote:
Lens rental in Memphis. ..nice folks..easy to work with..and fair prices.
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May 6, 2014 08:02:05 #
photeach
Loc: beautiful Kansas
Lensgiant.com
I have rented 4 or 5 times from them and have never been disappointed. The shipping and handling fee seems high ($18) but that is shipping to AND from you. You just have to put the lens back in the LowePro bag and rearrange the packing material. They ship via FedEx. Is there an office close to you?
I have rented 4 or 5 times from them and have never been disappointed. The shipping and handling fee seems high ($18) but that is shipping to AND from you. You just have to put the lens back in the LowePro bag and rearrange the packing material. They ship via FedEx. Is there an office close to you?
May 6, 2014 09:20:38 #
dancing2flower wrote:
I live in an area where there are no/few real camera stores close by. (Crystal River, FL) Should I seek out what and wherever they are or be comfortable using an online rental? Which ones do you recommend? Experiences pro/con? Liabilities? If I want to buy a used lens to save money is it best to buy from the rental stores or take chances with ads?
Thank you!
Thank you!
My friend in Florida says there is a Lens Depot near Orlando. Not too close but not completely far.
May 6, 2014 09:27:06 #
dancing2flower wrote:
I live in an area where there are no/few real camera stores close by. (Crystal River, FL) Should I seek out what and wherever they are or be comfortable using an online rental? Which ones do you recommend? Experiences pro/con? Liabilities? If I want to buy a used lens to save money is it best to buy from the rental stores or take chances with ads?
Thank you!
Thank you!
I have used The Lens Depot in Orlando several times with good experiences -AND - you can pick up lenses in Tampa! Check them out at: http://www.thelensdepot.com/
May 6, 2014 11:48:17 #
wj cody
Loc: springfield illinois
over the decades i've used lensrental.com, for lenses specific to a project. never had any complaints and their service was always excellent.
May 6, 2014 11:49:49 #
I've considered, but haven't yet, i asked about if they give rent credit toward a purchase and they said no...i might still do it at some point...maybe a 24-70.
May 6, 2014 21:20:50 #
Preachdude wrote:
For three years now I have been renting cameras, lenses, and filters from lensrentals.com. They are the biggest and best from the reviews I have read, and I have experienced excellent customer service from them. Their rates are reasonable, their web site is user friendly, and their selection is excellent.
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May 6, 2014 23:18:24 #
Thank you all for great help. I will have time to respond tomorrow
May 7, 2014 12:18:33 #
amehta wrote:
I have used LensProToGo.com with excellent results. Other options which have been mentioned here are LensRentals.com and BorrowLenses.com.
For used equipment, I have shopped at KEH, B&H, and Adorama, also with excellent results.
For used equipment, I have shopped at KEH, B&H, and Adorama, also with excellent results.
Good to know! thanks
May 7, 2014 12:20:23 #
sbesaw wrote:
www.lensprotogo.com
reliable, professional and knowledgable. I have no financial interest just know of many satisfied customers and have used them myself when I went to FL to Corkscrew Swap Sanctuary. Rented a 200-400 F4 Nikon with a 2X converter. Shipped to my Hotel, used it, put it back in shipping container and UPS picked it up at Hotel. Very sharp lens BTW
reliable, professional and knowledgable. I have no financial interest just know of many satisfied customers and have used them myself when I went to FL to Corkscrew Swap Sanctuary. Rented a 200-400 F4 Nikon with a 2X converter. Shipped to my Hotel, used it, put it back in shipping container and UPS picked it up at Hotel. Very sharp lens BTW
Thank you! and that sounds like a cool place to go too! But I thought Nikon lenses didn't fit on Canons??
May 7, 2014 12:22:13 #
Annie_Girl wrote:
I use borrowlenses.com, I like to test drive before I purchase so this works for me. I thought I wanted a lensbaby, rented one and while fun for a day it really doesn't work for my style so I sent it back. Rented the 70-200 and realized I still love my primes, so I tried the 200 and the 135 purchased them and have never been happier.
Yes, have been thinking about the 7-200 myself. What is a lensbaby?
May 7, 2014 12:25:21 #
SharpShooter wrote:
I have used Borrow Lenses. They were very easy to deal with, and so far, no deposit of any kind.
I'm sure that would change when I get a $10k lens. ;-)
They also have pick-up locations, if you're near one. I guess it saves the ship fee if its local.
SS
I'm sure that would change when I get a $10k lens. ;-)
They also have pick-up locations, if you're near one. I guess it saves the ship fee if its local.
SS
Thank you SS. Is the deposit like an insurance-return fee? Hopefully I will be near the rental! Have not had time to investigate yet.
May 7, 2014 12:27:37 #
Terry in Indiana wrote:
I've had great experience with cameralensrentals.com. I actually live nearby and pick up/return my lenses without the shipping, but I know they ship all over the country and make it easy to return. I've had nothing but wonderful luck with them and rent lenses when I have a big trip or event. Nice local people.
Will check it out! If there is one near you in "rural IA" there could be one around here?
May 7, 2014 12:28:45 #
Preachdude wrote:
For three years now I have been renting cameras, lenses, and filters from lensrentals.com. They are the biggest and best from the reviews I have read, and I have experienced excellent customer service from them. Their rates are reasonable, their web site is user friendly, and their selection is excellent.
Great! Good qualities! Will check them out also
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