Jib Crane Camera Finance

Spread the cost of a camera jib crane from £2,000 to £45,000 with flexible finance options. HP, lease, or refinance, compare rates from 40+ lenders.

Can you finance a jib crane camera?

Yes, jib crane cameras are financed as a standard asset purchase, usually on hire purchase or a lease, with the machine itself acting as the security. UK prices typically run £2,000 to £45,000, and most deals are written over 12–60 months with a deposit of around 10–20%. Decisions typically take 24–48 hours. Used machines are financeable too, usually with a shorter term.

Typical Cost

£2k – £45k

Approval Speed

24–48 hours

Longer for motorised crane systems

Rates From

5.6% APR

What would a jib crane camera cost per month?

Jib Crane Camera price (ex VAT) £15,000

Deposit 10%

Agreement term 60 months

Annual interest rate 9%

Balloon payment £0

Your estimate

Indicative only. Not a quote and not an offer of finance.

Pre-filled with a typical jib crane camera price. Indicative only, not a quote.

Finance options

Hire Purchase (HP)

Rate: From 6.0% APR
Term: 12–60 months
Deposit: 10–20%
Ownership: Yours at the end
Best for: Rental houses and studios wanting to own the crane outright

Finance Lease

Rate: From 5.6% APR
Term: 12–60 months
Deposit: None required
Ownership: Return or buy (balloon payment)
Best for: Tax-efficient, claim 100% of payments against profit

Operating Lease

Rate: From 6.5% APR
Term: 24–48 months
Deposit: None required
Ownership: Return at end
Best for: Building out a wider grip and support equipment fleet without a large outlay

Representative example

On a purchase price of £15,000: a 10% deposit of £1,500, then 48 monthly payments of £316 at 5.9% APR representative (fixed). Total amount payable £16,668, including the deposit. The rate you are offered depends on your business and the asset.

What buyers actually specify

Guide prices for sizing a finance agreement, not quotes. Manufacturers in this market mostly price on application, so where a current UK list price could not be confirmed the row describes a specification class rather than naming a model. Your supplier quote is what the agreement is written against.

Machine or specification	Guide price	Type
Compact Tripod Jib (Under 4m)	£2,000 – £6,000	Compact Jib (specification class)
Telescopic Studio Jib	£8,000 – £20,000	Telescopic Jib (specification class)
Motorised Remote-Head Crane System	£20,000 – £45,000	Motorised Crane System (specification class)

Tax benefits

Camera jib cranes qualify for the Annual Investment Allowance (AIA), letting you deduct the full cost from taxable profits in the year of purchase. Hire purchase lets you claim capital allowances as you own the asset from day one. Finance lease and operating lease payments are treated as a revenue expense and are usually fully deductible against profits.

Market context

Jib cranes are bought by production companies, grip and lighting rental houses and established camera operators, ranging from a compact tripod-mounted jib used for run-and-gun shoots to a motorised remote-head crane system used on larger commercial and drama productions. The right size and payload capacity is chosen based on the camera and lens combination it needs to carry and the working height required on set, so buyers generally spec the crane around their typical camera package rather than the other way round. As with other production equipment, income is project-based, so lenders assessing a finance application will typically look at booking history and contract pipeline alongside standard accounts. Motorised remote-head systems represent a significantly bigger investment than a manual tripod jib and are more commonly financed given the higher cost, while compact jibs are often bought outright given their lower entry price.

Frequently asked questions

How do I choose the right jib crane size to finance?

The right jib is sized around the camera and lens combination you need to carry and the working height your typical productions require, so it's worth confirming payload and reach with your rigging supplier before comparing finance quotes. A compact tripod jib suits lighter mirrorless or cinema camera setups, while a motorised remote-head system is built for heavier cinema bodies with a full lens and accessory package.

Can a jib crane be financed alongside a camera and lens package?

Yes, many lenders will finance a complete grip package, jib, camera, lenses and support equipment, on one agreement rather than requiring separate finance for each item. This is common for production companies and rental houses building out a full kit, so ask your supplier for one itemised quote covering the full order.

How do lenders assess income for a rental house or production company?

As with other production equipment, income is typically project-based rather than a steady monthly figure, so lenders will usually look at booking history, contract pipeline and repeat client relationships alongside standard accounts. Having this summarised for the application gives a clearer picture than turnover figures alone, particularly for a newer rental business.

What deposit is typical for a jib crane?

Hire purchase typically asks for 10 to 20 percent deposit, though on a compact tripod jib some lenders will accept less given the lower overall value. Finance lease and operating lease usually require none. A motorised remote-head system, given its higher cost, is more likely to see a deposit requested.

How quickly can jib crane finance be approved?

Most applications for a compact or telescopic jib are approved within 24 to 48 hours for an established business. Motorised remote-head crane systems, given the higher value, may take a little longer while the lender reviews the full specification and intended use.