Renting a professional camera in Manchester can vary massively depending on where you go. Larger national rental houses like Wex Rentals and MediaDog Rentals tend to have higher overheads — which means higher daily prices. Boutique operations like Envizual Rentals (Manchester-based, appointment-only, flexible pickup/drop-off) can offer more competitive rates without sacrificing quality.

Below is a clear, updated comparison for 2026 so you know what different cameras, lenses and gimbals typically cost - and where Envizual Rentals sits in the market.

CAMERA BODY PRICE COMPARISON (2026)

Price ranges below reflect the typical rates charged by major UK rental houses (high-overhead national companies) vs Envizual Rentals.

Camera
Major Rental Houses
Envizual Rentals
Sony FX6
£130–£190/day
£100/day
Sony FX3
£80–£130/day
£60/day
Sony A7S III
£70–£120/day
£50/day
Sony A7 IV
£55–£90/day
£45/day
Sony FX30
£45–£70/day
£35/day

Why we’re lower:

Large rental houses operate high-cost warehouses, extensive staffing, and national infrastructure. Envizual Rentals is Manchester-based with leaner overheads, letting us keep prices down while still offering premium gear.

LENS PRICE COMPARISON (G MASTER ZOOMS)

Lens
Major Rental Houses
Envizual Rentals
Sony 16–35mm f2.8 GM
£45–£60/day
£35/day
Sony 24–70mm f2.8 GM I
£40–£55/day
£35/day
Sony 24–70mm f2.8 GM II
£55–£75/day
£40/day

All lenses are kept in excellent condition, cleaned, and checked before every hire.

GIMBAL PRICE COMPARISON

Gimbal
Major Rental Houses
Envizual Rentals
DJI RS3 Combo
£40–£55/day
£40/day
DJI RS4 Pro
£50–£70/day
£45/day

WHY ENVIZUAL RENTALS CAN OFFER BETTER VALUE

1. Lower Overheads = Lower Pricing

Unlike national rental chains, Envizual Rentals does not pay for:

• massive warehouse spaces

• nationwide distribution networks

• large salaried teams

This allows us to keep prices 20–40% lower without compromising quality.

2. Flexible Pickup & Returns

Perks you will not get from major rental houses:

• Free evening-before pickup (5–7pm)

• Returns until 10am the next day

• Weekend pickup/return hours

• Last-minute and emergency bookings

Large rental houses are strictly 9–5 and rarely flexible.

3. Manchester Delivery Available

Delivered personally for security and insurance reasons, with:

• Central Manchester delivery

• Same-day availability

• Custom pickup/return windows

Major rental houses often charge hefty courier fees and require long lead times.

4. A Personalised, Human Experience

You’re not submitting automated forms or dealing with a call centre.

You message directly, explain your shoot, and we prep the best kit for you.

5. Fully Maintained, Cleaned & Updated Gear

Every hire receives:

• Clean sensors

• Updated firmware

• Professionally packed kits

• Full pre- and post-rental checks

• Batteries charged

• Cables organised

This matches or exceeds the standard of larger rental houses — at a lower cost.

6. Automated Booking If You Prefer

Some renters want a personal touch, others just want speed.

Your site offers:

• Instant online checkout

• Automated confirmations

• No back-and-forth required

Best of both worlds.

AVERAGE COST TO RENT A CAMERA IN MANCHESTER (2026)

Item Type
Major Rental Houses
Envizual Rentals
Cinema Cameras
£80–£190/day
£60–£100/day
Hybrid Cameras
£55–£120/day
£45–£50/day
G Master Lenses
£40–£75/day
£35–£40/day
DJI Gimbals
£40–£70/day
£40–£45/day

Most creators save 20–40% by renting through Envizual — while receiving more flexible service.

WHEN IS A MAJOR RENTAL HOUSE BETTER?

Fairness matters, so here’s the honest truth:

Choose a national rental house if you need:

• extremely specialised cinema gear (ARRI Alexa Mini LF, RED V-Raptor, Cooke primes)

• multi-city or nationwide logistics

• large quantities of identical units

But for 90% of Manchester productions — including events, commercials, interviews, documentaries, music videos and social campaigns — Envizual Rentals is faster, cheaper and more flexible.

Conclusion: The Best Camera Rental Value in Manchester (2026)

Manchester filmmakers now have more rental options than ever, but Envizual Rentals stands out by offering:

• Lower prices than major rental houses

• Flexible pickup & drop-off

• Manchester delivery

• Personalised, creator-friendly service

• Professionally maintained gear

• Both cinema and hybrid Sony bodies

• A full range of G Master zooms & fast primes

If you’re shooting in Manchester, Salford, MediaCity or the surrounding areas, Envizual Rentals delivers the best mix of price, convenience and quality.