Does anyone know if there are any on-line camera companies that rent lenses and will ship? I would really like to try out a 70-200 2.8 VR before I drop $1,600 on one. I can't find any camera stores in my part of the world that will let me try one. Thanks.
PPR of Atlanta doesn't exactly rent on-line (you have to call or email them), but they do ship. You have to register with them first (by sending a fax about 24 hours in advance) and then you can rent cameras or lenses.
ProPhoto Supply in Portland, OR. They are across the country, but you can check their site out and I believe they have a pricelist on it. I've never rented, but I've been in the store and purchased. They are reputable.
Buy it, you'll like it. Everyone I know who has one, says it's their favorite lens.
I rent from Glazers all the time, one day rental, pick up Friday after 3, bring back Monday before 10am. They are closed on Sunday. That lens would be $25 daily.
I looked around here to rent something to use as a backup on my upcoming trip, but couldn't find anyting. I was fortunate to find a nice fellow photographer willing to loan me an unused camera to take along just is case! If you are a camera club member or such perhaps someone will lease you a back up, or be really nice and just let you borrow?
Do you have a backup for yourself for the wedding?
