Magnanimous Rentals - Chicago, Illinois

Derek Cox

We love working with Magnanimous Rentals! We've been renting from them for over a decade now and the process is always smooth. We love being able to get gear delivered where we need it and the team at Magnanimous has always been flexible. Craig is great to work with and we love the discount systems he has created on the site. We always feel like we're getting a great deal! I don't think we could have made the feature we shot work within budget without the great team at Magnanimous! Whether we're in Chicago or on the road, we love to check in with Magnanimous first for our production needs!

Bill Glader

I've been renting gear from Magnanimous for years now, and they have always come through with great gear, advice and support. Big comfort to know that they are there with very fair prices, good selection of production gear, and very knowledgeable and patient techs that help me put together cameras, lenses and peripheral gear that will all work together. They've also let me come and check out camera and stabilizing gear that I was unfamiliar with prior to the rental so I could get up to speed. Totally recommend.

Justin LeBreck

I love when I get the opportunity to rent neat gear because that means I get to work with the amazing people at Magnanimous Media! They are excellent communicators and as professional as they come. I appreciate when they follow up with phone calls and emails to make sure the gear you are renting plays nice with the other gear you own. Their goal is to make the shoot a total success for us. I'll be working with Craig and the team at Magnanimous for a long time to come.

Brian Hicks

I’ve rented equipment from Magnanimous Rentals multiple times, and I can’t recommend them highly enough. As a professional photographer, finding a rental company that understands the unique needs of our industry can be challenging. What sets Magnanimous apart is their flexibility and trust in professionals. While they do have a rental fee and a deposit, which is understandably steep since it reflects the replacement cost of the equipment, they offer to waive the deposit if you can demonstrate your professional credentials. This policy has been a game-changer for me.

Magnanimous Rentals has been the only company I could work with under these terms, and it has allowed me to expand my work beyond the limitations of the gear I own. The exception they made for me as a professional photographer was initially limited to renting up to $2,000 worth of equipment. However, they were willing to work with me to allow access to more equipment based on my needs and the trust we built over time. Even just the first level of this flexibility was incredibly helpful, and I greatly appreciate it.

Their range of equipment is top-notch, and their service has been nothing short of excellent. I’m incredibly grateful for how they’ve worked with me over the years, and I look forward to continuing our partnership.

Thank you, Craig, and the entire Magnanimous team, for supporting professionals like myself. You’ve earned a loyal customer.

Bernadette Enriquez

Ever since we've partnered with Magnanimous, renting gear has been the smoothest it's ever been. They're efficient and fast with communication, detailed and informative with their rental orders, and the packaging and care for the gear is amazing! I would recommend using their services!!

Ja-Wan Gardner

I have been renting from here since maybe around 2019 and its always a pleasant experience. They have an amazing inventory, super friendly staff who always communicate and respond, and an easy to navigate website with tutorials so you can have efficient gear prep. This is my first choice for rentals always

Chucky Ár lá

Doug was great. Sold me a discount monitor after holding onto it until I got there.
Also I’ve rented in the past, and their prices are very fair.
Highly recommend doing business with them if you’re in the indie circuit.

LIUBOMYR YAKYMIV

I truly appreciate all the help from Craig and the whole team at Magnanimous Rentals. They did a phenomenal job in terms of communication and service, going above and beyond to ensure we had the right lens for our project. Their professionalism and attention to detail were top-notch. I would highly recommend them for all types of filmmaking projects, whether you're working on a small indie film or a large-scale production. Their expertise and dedication made a real difference for us.