How much does it cost?

The Classic Package is $845 and includes the camcorder rental, shipping both ways, and a fully edited wedding video. Add-ons: Digital Disposable ($195) and Honeymoon ($345).

How does the camcorder rental process work?

You book online, the camcorder ships to you before the wedding, your guests film the day, and you ship the camcorder back afterward using a provided return label.

How long does it take to get the video?

Raw footage is delivered within about a week of the wedding. The final edited video, 3 to 5 minutes long, is delivered digitally within about a month of the wedding.

Is this a replacement for a wedding videographer or an add-on?

Either. It works as a standalone, budget-friendly alternative to a professional videographer, or as an add-on alongside one for extra full-day, guest's-eye-view footage a single hired camera won't capture.

What happens if the camcorder is lost or damaged?

The guest using the camcorder is responsible for it. If it's lost or damaged, that guest is required to pay for the loss or damage.

How far in advance should we book?

At least two months before your wedding date.

What do we actually receive at the end?

A 3 to 5 minute edited wedding video plus the raw footage, both delivered digitally. Raw footage arrives within a week of the wedding; the edited video follows within about a month.

Do you only serve certain cities?

No. The camcorder ships anywhere in the United States by mail, so there's no need to be near a specific city or a physical storefront.

How Wedding Camcorder Rentals Work — yourparentsweddingvideo

Camcorders in your guests' hands. A family heirloom in yours.

Filming Process

Open your package and make sure everything works.
Prior to the wedding day, we recommend nominating someone as your “director,” who can be in charge of the cameras throughout the wedding day. This could be a groomsman, bridesmaid, relative, or friend.
Watch the short tutorial video and send it to your bridal party.
Let the fun begin! Filming with these cameras is so much more fun than taking videos on your phone, and they’re so simple even your parents can do it!

We edit

We’ll offload all the footage that you filmed and get it organized.
It will be uploaded to a folder online within a few days so you’ll be able to find any clips that you want right away!
We then edit all of that footage together into a 4-5 minute home video. You can pick your favorite song for us to use, or let us decide.

Your package will include:

1x Digital super 8 style video camera
2x Old camcorders
Batteries (pre-charged)
Memory cards (pre-installed)
Charging cables
2x On-camera lights
Tutorials and Shot Lists

Ship it back

Have your “director” or someone else package everything up and ship it back within a few days of the wedding.

A prepaid shipping label is included in the package, so all they have to do is drop it off at a shipping location.

Watch it and share it!

We send you a YouTube link of your video to make sharing easy so that everyone can relive that day.

You’ll also receive a digital download link for the video. A personal time-capsule that will keep your memories fresh.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Our services act as a great complement to a professional videographer.
The videos will be very different in terms of point of view and video quality, so they’ll both be special to you for years to come.
You’ll receive the raw footage within a week of your wedding.
The professionally edited video takes a bit longer, usually 6-8 weeks.
Yes! Send us an email with what you’re thinking and we will come up with a custom quote for you.
hello@yourparentsweddingvideo.com
Each camera can record 3+ hours of footage, for a total of 9+ hours so you can go as wild as you’d like to! Most videographers record around 3 hours of footage during a wedding day.
Yes! There are built in mics in the camera. Let’s bring back guest interviews!
Your rental fee covers minor wear and tear. If the camcorder is lost, severely damaged, or stolen, you'll be responsible for the replacement cost.
A $200 refundable security deposit is collected at checkout and returned once everything is received in good condition. See our Rental Agreement and Terms & Service for more details.
Nope! These cameras are super simple to use and can easily be passed around to anyone.
We also provide a tutorial as well as helpful stickers on the cameras to eliminate any confusion.
Our standard package which includes 3 cameras, accessories, shipping, editing, and all raw footage costs $845. You can see more details here: Book Now
We ship anywhere in the United States!
If you place your order at least 45 days before your wedding date, we guarantee availability.
If it is under 45 days, please reach out and verify that we have camera packages available.
Each standard rental period is for 7 days. If you return it after the designated return date, you’ll be charged $30 per additional day. If we are unable to resolve the issue within a week of the return date, you’ll be charged a full replacement cost.
We test each camcorder before it is packaged for shipping but we recommend testing your cameras once you receive them.
If for some reason the camcorder is not working, please email us at hello@yourparentsweddingvideo.com or leave a voicemail/text at (704) 879-5039‬.
We will try to assist in fixing the camera if possible. If there’s still an issue, we will expedite a new camera to you.
Cancellations made more than 30 days before your wedding date will receive a partial refund of 50%. Cancellations made within 30 days of the wedding date are non-refundable.