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Is the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K Worth Buying to Rent Out?

How much money can you make renting the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K? See real rental rates, calculate your payback period, and decide if it is worth the investment.

Real market data

Based on real Sharegrid listing data for the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K. Includes body-only and kit listings. Last updated April 2026.

Lowest Rate in New York

$40/day

118 listings

Average Rental Price

$90/day

Includes kits in all markets

Estimated Used Price

$1,440

Current resale value

Estimated Payoff Time

9 months

At $40/day, 4.43 days/month

5-year projection for New York, NY

Based on $40/day lowest listing in New York and 4.43 rental days per month. Includes body-only and kit listings.

Monthly Net

$151

$177 gross, after 15% fee

5-Year Net Earnings

$9,037

$7,742 profit

5-Year ROI

598%

7.0x return

Cumulative Net Earnings Over 5 Years

$10k
Year 0Year 1Year 2Year 3Year 4Year 5
Net earnings (after 15% fee)
Purchase price ($1,295)
Break-even (month 9)

Projections based on Sharegrid market data. Rates include body-only and kit listings. Net earnings calculated after 15% platform fee. Does not account for multi-day discounts, insurance, maintenance, or depreciation.

Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K rental rates by city

Lowest listing price and number of available rentals (body and kits) across major cities.

MarketStarting RateListings
New York, NY$40/day118
Atlanta, GA$45/day53
SF Bay, CA$30/day31
Miami, FL$40/day19
San Diego, CA$35/day16
Phoenix, AZ$40/day3
Chicago, IL$56/day14
Portland, OR$40/day3
DC Baltimore, MD$40/day3

Key specs

Sensor4/3" (Micro Four Thirds) CMOS
Resolution4K DCI at 60fps
Dynamic Range13 stops
AutofocusContrast-detect AF
ISOup to 25,600 (dual native 400/3200)
Lens MountMicro Four Thirds (MFT)
ND FilterNone (external required)
Weight722g / 1.59 lbs (body only)
MediaCFast 2.0, SD UHS-II, USB-C SSD
CodecBlackmagic RAW, ProRes

Rental market notes

Lowest price point in the database. Very fast payback due to low cost. Popular with students, indie filmmakers, and content creators. Body at $30-70/day, kits $75-150/day. Limited rental demand in some smaller markets. 15% Sharegrid service fee.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K worth buying to rent out?

It depends on your market and booking frequency. In high-demand cities like Los Angeles and New York, the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is one of the most requested cameras on rental platforms. In smaller markets, finding consistent bookings is harder. Use the calculator above to model your specific scenario.

Should I rent the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K as body only or full kit?

Full Kit listings command $75-$150/day compared to $30-$70/day for body only, but require a $2,500 upfront investment vs $1,295 for body only. The higher-tier listing typically has a better ROI per dollar invested if you can maintain consistent bookings.

What fees should I expect on Sharegrid?

Sharegrid charges a 15% service fee on all bookings. Multi-day rentals also typically receive a 10-30% discount off the daily rate. This means your net earnings per day are lower than the listed rate. The calculator above accounts for the 15% platform fee.

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