Camera & video equipment rental

Camera and video equipment rental in the United States: prices and terms

A camera rents for approximately $42 to $143 for a weekend in the United States, and about $75 to $260 for a month, according to sellers' websites, October 2026. Professional cinema cameras are priced by the day, with body-only rentals around $950 to $1,200. To get a quote for the gear you need, describe the shoot in a request on BlaBlaPrice.

Permits and filming rules

In most cases no permit or fee is needed for filming, still photography or audio recording with eight or fewer people. Larger crews can need a permit, so check with the city or the location owner before a bigger shoot. Cinema rental prices depend on the license package and accessories, so ask what is included before you compare offers.

What rental companies ask for

Expect to show a valid driver's license and a credit card, and some rental houses ask for proof of insurance before they release the gear. Some rental services ship equipment only to residents of the contiguous 48 states, so check your address first. Free shipping both ways is offered by some monthly programs.

Season and shooting conditions

Summer, from June to August, gives long daylight for outdoor shoots, while the December to February winter brings short days, so a lighting kit matters more then. October is a good time to rent for autumn projects in the Northern hemisphere. Check the weight in pounds when you plan transport, since camera bodies, lenses and lighting stands add up quickly.

What to write in your request

Name what you rent (camera, lens, lighting or audio), the make and model, what is included (batteries, memory cards, tripod), the purpose (wedding, product, film or stills), the rental period (a day, a weekend, a week or a month), whether you need an operator, delivery or pickup, and your city. Add the deposit you can cover and your budget.

BlaBlaPrice is free for buyers. Describe the shoot in your own words in a chat, and add a photo of the project brief if you have one. The AI reads the request, asks for missing details and searches sellers' websites and price lists in the United States, then shows the prices and businesses it found. Registered sellers reply in the chat with their own price, terms and delivery, and your contact details stay hidden until you choose to share them. You can also look at event supplies rental or appliance and electronics rental, or start from the rentals section.