8 Best Places to Find Camera Equipment Rentals in Denver

Telluride may be home to the state’s biggest film festival, but it isn’t the only thing happening in Colorado’s film scene. From the Anime Film Festival to CineLatino, Denver welcomes an active community of filmmakers and movie enthusiasts. Whether you’re an indie film director, a wildlife photographer, or a documentary crew, you’ll have plenty of options to find camera equipment rentals in Denver.

The city’s also the broadcasting and telecommunications hub of the region, with dozens of commercial studios and production houses doing business there. That said, we at Peerspace have put together a list of our top eight rental houses in the area to make the pre-production process as easy for you as possible.

1. MP&E Cameras and Lighting

2931 S Tejon St, Suite B, Englewood, CO 80110

MP&E has offices in Austin, Dallas, Phoenix, and Denver, making it a great option for equipment rentals anywhere in the Rocky Mountains region. You’ll have access to all of the latest cameras, including the ARRI Alexa Mini and RED Monstro, which shoots in 8K.

You can rent equipment a la carte, but you’ll get the best deal if you book a customized package or a fully stocked grip truck. The Ultimate Pocket Truck includes Arri Tungsten lights, Kino Flos, and a range of stands, cords, gels, and expendables. MP&E can deliver your customized grip truck anywhere in the area, or you can hire crew members from their experienced production team to manage your equipment on set

2. Photospace

209 Kalamath St, Denver, CO 80223

Photospace is a multi-use studio and workspace available in downtown Denver. Members get reduced rates on rental equipment and access to the studio for up to 20 hours per month. You can also rent equipment for off-site use, with pickup available Monday through Friday.

In addition, you don’t have to be a member to rent gear, but you will have to provide proof of insurance for any equipment that’s valued at over $1000. Photospace is a great option for camera equipment rentals in Denver if you rent gear regularly or need a reliable studio space from which to work. They also offer additional services, including location scouting, production management, camera cleaning, retouching, and digital printing.

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3. PRG Gear

5000 Dahlia St, Suite D, Denver, CO 80216

PRG Gear is a production house with over 20 locations in North America. They’re a great option for a touring event looking for consistent gear from city to city. Contact their Denver location to assemble a customized package.

Their inventory includes HD and augmented-reality cameras, as well as LED and lighting gear, projectors, monitors, computers, media servers, and more. PRG Gear also has a team of experienced riggers who can help light and record your event, whether it takes place on an indoor stage or outdoor music festival.

4. Mike’s Camera

759 S Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO 80246

Mike’s Camera is a camera store and rental house with locations in Denver, Boulder, Colorado Springs, and numerous cities in other states. Go to Mike’s to find all of the latest camera gear, including lighting, lenses, accessories, and drones.

Whether you prefer to photograph weddings or wildlife, you’ll find everything you need here, including sensor cleaning and repair services. In addition, Mike’s offers workshops to help you learn new skills, such as how to fly a drone, as well as a birds of prey photography course with Hawk Quest.

5. MPS Studios Denver

8269 E 23rd Ave, Suite 101, Denver, CO 80238

MPS Studios has many decades’ worth of experience offering equipment and studio rentals in cities like Dallas, Austin, and Denver. Their inventory includes action cams like the GoPro Hero 6 and the latest Arri and RED cameras, including the RED Helium 8K. You can choose from a range of dollies, mounts, and jibs, as well as a camera car and process trailer.

Pick up your gear at their Denver location, or have it shipped anywhere in the country. They also have studios and sound stages available for rent if you need a location to shoot.

6. Pro Photo Rental

1644 Conestoga St, Suite 5, Boulder, CO 80301

Pro Photo Rental is another excellent option for camera equipment rentals in Denver. They have a convenient pickup location in Boulder. Alternatively, you can have your gear shipped anywhere in the United States, as ground shipping is free on orders over $50 (except to Alaska and Hawaii). You can track your order with UPS so you’ll know exactly when you can expect your gear to arrive.

Pro Photo has all of the gear you’ll find at a typical rental house, including cameras, lenses, and grip and lighting gear. But what sets them apart is their pricing model. Instead of having a flat fee that you multiply per day, the rate only increases by a small amount each day, meaning you’ll be able to keep the equipment longer without blowing your budget. You can find out how much your gear will cost by using their online rental calendar.

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7. Cinema Shot

7344 S Alton Way, Suite 8-D, Centennial, CO 80112

Cinema Shot offers camera sales and rentals out of their location in Centennial, CO. They have HD cameras and lenses, matte boxes, follow focus, and any other accessory you might need. They also have teleprompters, playback monitors, and audio systems.

If you’re looking for a rental house that provides post-production services as well, Cinema Shot has you covered. You can rent their Final Cut Pro editing suite, or make use of their dubbing, digitization, and format conversion services.

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8. Multimedia Audio-Visual

2640 S Raritan Cir. Denver CO 80110

Multimedia Audio-Visual is a Denver-based production company that specializes in staging, event production, and equipment rentals. In terms of camera equipment, their selection isn’t as huge as other shops on this list. Yet, they carry some of the best brands out there, including Sony, Lumens, Hitachi, and Canon. In addition, you can rent lighting, audio equipment, rigging, and more. Contact Multimedia Audio-Visual to discuss your project and to learn more about their pricing

Bonus: Peerspace

If you want to arrange for your location and equipment rentals together in one easy booking, try a Peerspace venue. There are numerous unique locations available for rent from local hosts in the Denver area. As such, you can choose from a fully-equipped film and photo studio with a green screen, or rent a private mountain retreat (pictured above) and have your equipment delivered there.

If your host doesn’t have on-site equipment available, call the Peerspace Concierge service to arrange your rental. You can even inquire about catering options on the same phone call. This is a great way to book location, catering, and camera equipment rentals in Denver all in one go!

You’ve made an excellent choice by deciding to shoot in the Denver area. The claim that Colorado has 300 sunny days a year may not be entirely true, but its abundance of pleasant weather and natural beauty makes this an ideal region to shoot year-round!

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