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Is the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art Worth Buying to Rent Out?

How much money can you make renting the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art? 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 Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art. Includes body-only and kit listings. Last updated April 2026.

Lowest Rate in Los Angeles

$14/day

215 listings

Average Rental Price

$28/day

Includes kits in all markets

Estimated Used Price

$639

Current resale value

Estimated Payoff Time

18 months

At $14/day, 3.74 days/month

5-year projection for Los Angeles, CA

Based on $14/day lowest listing in Los Angeles and 3.74 rental days per month. Includes body-only and kit listings.

Monthly Net

$45

$52 gross, after 15% fee

5-Year Net Earnings

$2,670

$1,871 profit

5-Year ROI

234%

3.3x return

Cumulative Net Earnings Over 5 Years

$3k
Year 0Year 1Year 2Year 3Year 4Year 5
Net earnings (after 15% fee)
Purchase price ($799)
Break-even (month 18)

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.

Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art rental rates by city

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

MarketStarting RateListings
Los Angeles, CA$14/day215
New York, NY$15/day93
Atlanta, GA$20/day31
Miami, FL$20/day15
San Diego, CA$12/day7
Phoenix, AZ$12/day7
Chicago, IL$15/day17
Portland, OR$12/day7
DC Baltimore, MD$12/day7

Current resale value

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

New Price

$799

Estimated Used Price

$639

Value Retained

80%

Released 2013

Key specs

MountCanon EF (APS-C)
Focal Length18-35mm (27-52.5mm equiv.)
Aperturef/1.8 constant
Image StabilizationNone
Filter Size72mm
Weight810g / 1.79 lbs
Min Focus Distance0.28m / 0.92 ft
Elements / Groups17 elements in 12 groups

Rental market notes

Low purchase price means fast payback. Very popular with indie filmmakers pairing it with Sony cameras via Metabones adapter. Lens-only at $25-50/day, with Speed Booster kit $40-75/day. 15% Sharegrid service fee.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art worth buying to rent out?

It depends on your market and booking frequency. In high-demand cities like Los Angeles and New York, the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art is one of the most requested lenses on rental platforms. In smaller markets, finding consistent bookings is harder. Use the calculator above to model your specific scenario.

Should I rent the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art as lens only or with accessories?

With Accessories listings command $40-$75/day compared to $25-$50/day for lens only, but require a $1,100 upfront investment vs $799 for lens 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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