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Is the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II Worth Buying to Rent Out?

How much money can you make renting the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS 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 Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II. Includes body-only and kit listings. Last updated April 2026.

Lowest Rate in Los Angeles

$29/day

110 listings

Average Rental Price

$60/day

Includes kits in all markets

Estimated Used Price

$2,387

Current resale value

Estimated Payoff Time

13 months

At $29/day, 9.34 days/month

5-year projection for Los Angeles, CA

Based on $29/day lowest listing in Los Angeles and 9.34 rental days per month. Includes body-only and kit listings.

Monthly Net

$230

$271 gross, after 15% fee

5-Year Net Earnings

$13,814

$11,016 profit

5-Year ROI

394%

4.9x return

Cumulative Net Earnings Over 5 Years

$15k
Year 0Year 1Year 2Year 3Year 4Year 5
Net earnings (after 15% fee)
Purchase price ($2,798)
Break-even (month 13)

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.

Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II rental rates by city

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

MarketStarting RateListings
Los Angeles, CA$29/day110
New York, NY$38/day44
Atlanta, GA$54/day8
SF Bay, CA$40/day18
Miami, FL$40/day14
San Diego, CA$56/day12
Phoenix, AZ$40/day2
Chicago, IL$50/day13
Portland, OR$40/day2
DC Baltimore, MD$40/day2

Current resale value

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

New Price

$2,798

Estimated Used Price

$2,387

Value Retained

85%

Released 2021

Key specs

MountSony E-mount (full-frame)
Focal Length70-200mm
Aperturef/2.8 constant
Image StabilizationOptical SteadyShot (OSS)
Filter Size77mm
Weight1045g / 2.30 lbs
Min Focus Distance0.40m / 1.31 ft (wide end)
Elements / Groups17 elements in 14 groups

Rental market notes

Top 10 earner on Sharegrid. Newer owners listing at competitive rates as inventory grows. Lens-only at $40-75/day, with accessories $55-83/day. Lighter weight makes it popular for gimbal work. 15% Sharegrid service fee.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS 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 Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II 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 Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II as lens only or with accessories?

With Accessories listings command $55-$83/day compared to $40-$75/day for lens only, but require a $3,200 upfront investment vs $2,798 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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