Simviation Forum - Renting cameras?

Jan 25^th, 2010 at 1:05am

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Hello all

well its almost time as well im planing on going over the Warbirds over Wanaka at Easter.

My only problem is that i dont have a good camera, like i have a point and shoot but i would rather a DSLR. here my question. Can you hire one out for say a week for a fairly cheap price?? is that possible or would it be cheaper to buy one in the long run?

i may be able to borrow a friends but im not to sure.

any help would do

Thanks Leigh

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Reply #1 - Jan 25^th, 2010 at 1:34am

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I'm not to sure about renting a camera, I've never seen anything like that or similar. However someone might know something. Undecided

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Reply #2 - Jan 25^th, 2010 at 3:19am

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I have seen camera rental, but the price for a week, you could almost buy the item for rent (no, I am serious!)

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Reply #3 - Jan 25^th, 2010 at 9:18am

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Did a search and found http://www.lensrentals.com

A Canon 50D and Canon 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS is about $300 for a week. And it's insured. Fairly cheep considering what the camera and lens cost alone.

Not sure if this includes a CF card or where they rent out to since your going to be in NZ. May be worth looking into.

However, if you are wanting to do this more often I say just buy your own. The benefit is it gives you time to learn how to use it properly, the option to get different lenses for different occasions, and hey, you'll own a DSLR! Cheesy

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Reply #4 - Jan 25^th, 2010 at 9:29am

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Another website for renting camera equipment is www.borrowlenses.com, but it can be a little spendy

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Reply #5 - Jan 25^th, 2010 at 1:13pm

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anything more than a few days and it starts to get a bit dear.....I'd say just buy an entry level SLR, possibly rent a lens for the week. Once you're hooked you'll be down the airport as often as possible anyway Cheesy

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Reply #6 - Jan 25^th, 2010 at 6:39pm

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Check my sig. And, if you wind up renting something through that link, I get a nice little commission. Wink

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Reply #7 - Jan 26^th, 2010 at 6:10am

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hmm thanks for that, need something over here or closer :S

ill keep on looking

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Reply #8 - Jan 26^th, 2010 at 6:21pm

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Also worth bearing in mind is the time it takes getting used to all the settings on a new camera and finding what's best to use.

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Reply #9 - Jan 27^th, 2010 at 4:30am

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Leigh wrote on Jan 26^th, 2010 at 6:10am:

hmm thanks for that, need something over here or closer :S

ill keep on looking

I take it you're in New Zealand? I found this on Google. http://www.hirethings.co.nz/categories/130-photo-cameras

I've never rented camera equipment as I suspect it could work out expensive. You could put the money towards a camera of your own.

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Also worth bearing in mind is the time it takes getting used to all the settings on a new camera and finding what's best to use.

That's good advice from CD. I've had my DSLR for several years & I'm still learning how to use it. Roll Eyes

You might get better results with the old point & shoot that you're used to.

PS. Found this in Australia. Should give you a good idea of prices.http://www.camerahire.com.au/

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Reply #10 - Feb 1^st, 2010 at 3:06am

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As mentioned in a previous post www.hirethings.co.nz is a great place to Hire cameras. There are cameras from camera hire stores but also from enthusiasts- which keeps the price down - this guys hires out heaps of his gear and would give you a quick run down how to use - http://www.hirethings.co.nz/samsub?location_id=27-manukau-city enjoy the show!

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