NCSU Libraries offers a variety of digital single-lens rlex (DSLR) cameras and accessories. We offer two types of cameras:
- Olympus E-620 Digital SLR Camera (available only at D. H. Hill Library)
- Canon EOS Rebel T4i (available only at Hunt Library)
How to Borrow
Borrowing a DSLR and optional accessories can be done by appointment only. As the cameras are a popular item, we suggest placing a reservation at least a week in advance to ensure a better chance of receiving one. To request an appointment, please follow one of the links below.
Friday - Thursday loans: We lend cameras on Fridays 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m from the Learning Commons service desk at D. H. Hill Library (Olympus cameras only) or the Ask Us center at the Hunt Library (Canon cameras only). Cameras are due back the next Thursday 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Patrons who miss their Friday reservations will have their reservations cancelled at 5:00 PM, upon which the camera can be offered to the next person on the waitlist.
15-minute appointments: At check-out, we require a brief 15 minute orientation and review of all the parts being loaned. In order to provide high quality cameras we require the cameras to be returned with all parts. Patrons are fully liable for the cost of replacement in the event of damage or loss.
Request Olympus DSLR (D. H. Hill Library only)
The Olympus camera, available by appointment at D. H. Hill Library, comes with two kit lenses that are great for indoor and outdoor, day and night event shooting, as well as a software CD and user manual that details how to take advantage of the camera's many features (such as built-in art filters to enhance and customize your images, which reduces the need for computer editing). We also offer a limited amount of additional equipment for projects that may have specific needs, such as the fisheye lens (suited for dramatic landscapes, large group shots, and architecture), the zoom lens (ideal for sports, nature, and long-distance photography), and the macro lens (designed for low-lighting, magnification, and portraits).
Olympus E-620 DSLR Kit:
- Olympus E-620 Digital SLR Camera
- Olympus 14-42mm lens 1:3.5-5.6
- Olympus 40-150mm lens 1:4-5.6
Additional Equipment: Individual Lenses
- Olympus fisheye lens 8mm 3.5
- Olympus zoom lens 70-300mm 1:4-5.6
- Olympus macro lens 35mm 1:3.5
Additional Equipment: Small Lens Kit
- Olympus zoom lens 70-300mm 1:4-5.6
- Olympus macro lens 35mm 1:3.5
Additional Equipment: Large Lens Kit
- Olympus fisheye lens 8mm 3.5
- Olympus zoom lens 70-300mm 1:4-5.6
- Olympus macro lens 35mm 1:3.5
Additional Equipment: ProMaster SystemPRO studio flash package:
- 2 flash guns
- 2 reflective umbrellas with telescoping tripods
Olympus E-620 camera FAQs and manuals.
Canon DSLR reservation requests will resume on June 10
(cameras undergoing yearly maintenance and cleaning)
The Canon camera, available by appointment at Hunt Library, comes with a single flexible zoom lens that allows for stunning macro and distance photography. The Canon camera is capable of capturing high resolution video as well as high quality still photographs. We offer the option of a video kit that includes an additional lens, shotgun microphone, and a LED light that help enhance the standard features of the camera to better light scenes and capture stereo audio. We also offer a limited number of flash kits the enable you to suplement the built-in flash for finer grain control over indoor photo shoots.
Canon EOS Rebel T4i Standard Kit:
- Canon EOS Rebel T4i
- Canon Lens 18-135mm EF-S IS STM Lens
Canon EOS Rebel T4i Flash Kit:
- Canon EOS Rebel T4i
- Canon Lens 18-135mm EF-S IS STM Lens
- Canon Speedlite 430EX II Hot-Shoe Flash
(note: the standard kit includes a built-in flash, the above kit is only necessary if you need an external flash)
Canon EOS Rebel T4i Video Kit:
- Canon EOS Rebel T4i
- Canon 18-135mm EF-S IS STM Lens
- Canon 50mm f/1.8 II Lens
- LED Video Lighting unit with diffusers
- Rode Shotgun Microphone
Canon EOS Rebel T4i manual and quick reference guide.
