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Is the Canon EOS R5 Worth Buying to Rent Out?

How much money can you make renting the Canon EOS R5? 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 R5. Includes body-only and kit listings. Last updated April 2026.

Lowest Rate in Los Angeles

$44/day

158 listings

Average Rental Price

$103/day

Includes kits in all markets

Estimated Used Price

$3,120

Current resale value

Estimated Payoff Time

15 months

At $44/day, 7.01 days/month

5-year projection for Los Angeles, CA

Based on $44/day lowest listing in Los Angeles and 7.01 rental days per month. Includes body-only and kit listings.

Monthly Net

$262

$308 gross, after 15% fee

5-Year Net Earnings

$15,730

$11,831 profit

5-Year ROI

303%

4.0x return

Cumulative Net Earnings Over 5 Years

$17k
Year 0Year 1Year 2Year 3Year 4Year 5
Net earnings (after 15% fee)
Purchase price ($3,899)
Break-even (month 15)

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 R5 rental rates by city

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

MarketStarting RateListings
Los Angeles, CA$44/day158
New York, NY$59/day65
Atlanta, GA$74/day11
Miami, FL$80/day20
San Diego, CA$40/day16
Phoenix, AZ$61/day4
Chicago, IL$50/day7
Portland, OR$61/day4
DC Baltimore, MD$61/day4

Current resale value

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

New Price

$3,899

Estimated Used Price

$3,120

Value Retained

80%

Released 2020

Key specs

SensorFull-frame 45MP CMOS
Resolution8K 30p / 4K 120p
AutofocusDual Pixel CMOS AF II
MediaCFexpress + SD UHS-II
Lens MountCanon RF
IBIS5-axis in-body image stabilization

Rental market notes

Strong demand from hybrid shooters who need both photo and video. Body at $75-200/day. Popular for weddings, events, and commercial work. 15% Sharegrid service fee.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Canon EOS R5 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 R5 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 R5 as body only or full kit?

Full Kit listings command $100-$275/day compared to $75-$200/day for body only, but require a $5,400 upfront investment vs $3,899 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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