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Is the Canon EOS C500 Mark II Worth Buying to Rent Out?

How much money can you make renting the Canon EOS C500 Mark II? 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 Canon EOS C500 Mark II. Includes body-only and kit listings. Last updated April 2026.

Lowest Rate in Los Angeles

$165/day

28 listings

Average Rental Price

$467/day

Includes kits in all markets

Estimated Used Price

$14,000

Current resale value

Estimated Payoff Time

129 months

At $165/day, 0.89 days/month

5-year projection for Los Angeles, CA

Based on $165/day lowest listing in Los Angeles and 0.89 rental days per month. Includes body-only and kit listings.

Monthly Net

$125

$147 gross, after 15% fee

5-Year Net Earnings

$7,489

$-8,510 profit

5-Year ROI

-53%

0.5x return

Cumulative Net Earnings Over 5 Years

$18k
Year 0Year 1Year 2Year 3Year 4Year 5
Net earnings (after 15% fee)
Purchase price ($15,999)

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.

Canon EOS C500 Mark II rental rates by city

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

MarketStarting RateListings
Los Angeles, CA$165/day28
New York, NY$192/day19
Atlanta, GA$199/day9
SF Bay, CA$180/day5
Miami, FL$250/day7
San Diego, CAN/AN/A
Phoenix, AZN/AN/A
Chicago, IL$200/day3
Portland, ORN/AN/A
DC Baltimore, MDN/AN/A

Current resale value

Based on Sharegrid marketplace data. Actual value depends on condition, shutter count, and accessories included.

New Price

$15,999

Estimated Used Price

$14,000

Value Retained

88%

Released 2019

Key specs

SensorFull-frame 5.9K 17:9 CMOS
Resolution5.9K Cinema RAW Light, 4K 120fps
Dynamic Range15+ stops (Canon Log 2/3)
AutofocusDual Pixel CMOS AF
Lens MountEF (interchangeable to PL)
ND FilterBuilt-in 2/4/6/8/10-stop electronic ND

Rental market notes

Steady demand for full-frame cinema work. Body at $250-500/day. Being gradually replaced by the C400 but still valued for its modular mount system. 15% Sharegrid service fee.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Canon EOS C500 Mark II worth buying to rent out?

It depends on your market and booking frequency. In high-demand cities like Los Angeles and New York, the Canon EOS C500 Mark II 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 Canon EOS C500 Mark II as body only or full kit?

Full Kit listings command $450-$800/day compared to $250-$500/day for body only, but require a $22,000 upfront investment vs $15,999 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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