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Is the Sony VENICE Worth Buying to Rent Out?

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

Lowest Rate in Los Angeles

$200/day

47 listings

Average Rental Price

$855/day

Includes kits in all markets

Estimated Used Price

$52,000

Current resale value

Estimated Payoff Time

589 months

At $200/day, 0.42 days/month

5-year projection for Los Angeles, CA

Based on $200/day lowest listing in Los Angeles and 0.42 rental days per month. Includes body-only and kit listings.

Monthly Net

$71

$84 gross, after 15% fee

5-Year Net Earnings

$4,284

$-37,716 profit

5-Year ROI

-90%

0.1x return

Cumulative Net Earnings Over 5 Years

$46k
Year 0Year 1Year 2Year 3Year 4Year 5
Net earnings (after 15% fee)
Purchase price ($42,000)

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 VENICE rental rates by city

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

MarketStarting RateListings
Los Angeles, CA$200/day47
New York, NY$250/day16
Atlanta, GA$750/day8
SF Bay, CA$950/day1
Miami, FL$975/day2
San Diego, CA$750/day2
Phoenix, AZ$657/day3
Chicago, IL$350/day2
Portland, ORN/AN/A
DC Baltimore, MDN/AN/A

Key specs

Sensor36x24mm full-frame sensor
Resolution6K
Dynamic Range15+ stops
ISODual Base ISO 500/2500
Lens MountPL mount
ND FilterBuilt-in motorized ND

Rental market notes

Premium rental rates for high-end productions. Body at $400-1100/day, full kits $600-1500/day. Limited supply on peer-to-peer platforms. 15% Sharegrid service fee.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Sony VENICE 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 VENICE 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 Sony VENICE as body only or full kit?

Full Kit listings command $600-$1500/day compared to $400-$1100/day for body only, but require a $55,000 upfront investment vs $42,000 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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