Smartphones have been getting steadily better to the point where we now get this question very often: "Should I rent a phone or a dedicated camera for this shoot?"

The honest answer is: it depends on the job. But there are more situations than most people realise where a flagship smartphone is the smarter rental; not a compromise, a deliberate choice.

Here's when and why.

The Cost Difference Is Real

A mirrorless camera rental — body only — runs from roughly ₹600 to ₹3,000 per day depending on the body. Add a versatile zoom lens, and you're easily at ₹1,500–₹5,000 per day before you've packed a bag. You also need memory cards, a case, possibly a tripod, and time to set everything up.

A flagship smartphone rental at Primes