Tripod vs Monopod vs Gimbal: What to Rent for Which Shot (2026)
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Tripods on rent start at Rs. 200 a day for a Joby Gorillapod and Rs. 300 a day for a Benro tripod. Monopods are from Rs. 250. This guide helps you choose between a tripod, a monopod and a gimbal for the shot you plan, with real day, two day and five day prices.
Tripod and monopod rental prices
Prices are from the Rentux listings on 14 October 2026 and can change.
| Type | Listing | 1 day | 2 days | 5 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flexible mini | Joby Gorillapod 3K kit | Rs. 200 | Rs. 360 | Rs. 750 |
| Monopod | Manfrotto Video Monopod MVMXPRO500 | Rs. 250 | Rs. 400 | Rs. 900 |
| Monopod | Benro Monopod A48F with BH2 ball head | Rs. 250 | Rs. 400 | Rs. 750 |
| Photo tripod | Benro Tripod A650F with BH2 ball head | Rs. 300 | Rs. 500 | Rs. 1,000 |
| Photo tripod | Vanguard VEO 265AB with ball head | Rs. 350 | Rs. 600 | Rs. 1,250 |
| Photo tripod, sturdy | Manfrotto MT055XPro3 with ball head | Rs. 400 | Rs. 700 | Rs. 1,600 |
| Video tripod | Manfrotto MT055XPro3 with fluid head | Rs. 400 | Rs. 700 | Rs. 1,600 |
| Video tripod, heavy | Manfrotto Heavy Tripod 546BK with 504HD | Rs. 600 | Rs. 1,100 | Rs. 2,500 |
| Tripod for wildlife lenses | Benro C3780TN with GH-2 gimbal head | Rs. 600 | Rs. 1,100 | Rs. 2,500 |
| Video tripod, 100 mm bowl | StudioAssist video tripod with 100mm fluid head | Rs. 700 | Rs. 1,300 | Rs. 3,000 |
Tripod, monopod or gimbal
- Tripod: for locked off shots, timelapse, long exposure, interviews and anything that must stay level. A fluid head gives smooth pans for video.
- Monopod: lighter and faster for sports, events and wildlife. It takes the weight off your arms but does not hold the frame still alone.
- Gimbal: for moving shots such as walking or following a subject. It is a handheld stabiliser, so you still need a tripod for static frames.
Which one for which shot
- Walking vlog: a gimbal. See camera on rent for gimbals and cameras.
- Sit down interview: a video tripod with fluid head, from Rs. 400 a day.
- Football or event photos: a monopod, Rs. 250 a day.
- Landscape or night shots: a sturdy photo tripod with a ball head.
- Bird or wildlife with a long lens: a tripod with a gimbal head such as the Benro C3780TN at Rs. 600 a day.
Weight and height checks
Match the tripod load rating to your camera and lens together. A heavy telephoto on a light tripod shakes in wind. If you are shooting video, choose a fluid head and check that the plate fits your camera. For a full list, see our shoot and event equipment checklist.
Rent tripods in your city
Pune, Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Gurugram and Vadodara.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tripod on rent cost?
From Rs. 200 a day for a Joby Gorillapod and Rs. 300 a day for a Benro photo tripod. Video tripods start at Rs. 400 a day.
Is a monopod cheaper than a tripod?
Slightly. Monopods are Rs. 250 a day and basic photo tripods Rs. 300 a day.
Which tripod is best for video?
One with a fluid head, such as the Manfrotto MT055XPro3 with fluid head at Rs. 400 a day.
Is a multi-day rental cheaper?
Yes. The Benro A650F is Rs. 300 for 1 day and Rs. 1,000 for 5 days.
Can I rent a tripod for a wildlife lens?
Yes. Tripods with a gimbal head start at Rs. 600 a day.
Send an enquiry
List the tripods you want, your shoot dates and your city and send an enquiry from the tripods on rent collection for your city.