HD Video Production and Post Production

The pristine images this camera makes are stunning!
The HDW-F900 CineAlta high definition camcorder is the ultimate production tool. The camera is ideal for high quality digital cinematography and ENG projects as well. The HDW-F900 has been successfully used on many high profile projects including Star Wars Episode II. The camera has a range of optional accessories to suit any application from ENG style production in high definition, to film style digital cinematography.

Key Features:

• HD FIT CCD - Incorporates 2/3-inch 2,200,000 pixel FIT CCDs in the camera section for top resolution 16:9 high definition pictures.
• Multi-format Operation - Multi-frame-rate switchable recording capability. Shoot at 24 (film rate), 25 or 30 fps progressive, or 50 or 60 Hz interlace.
• This is the advanced Universal Model - Supports the 1080/24PsF format which is defined as ITU-R.BT709-3 HDTV standard for production and international program exchange.
• Film Friendly - Can record at the film friendly rate of 24fps progressive.
• Convenient Set-up - Uses the new Memory Stick removable media for memorizing various setup parameter settings and provides instant recall.
• Longer Record Times - Up to 50 minutes recording time at 24 frames per second progressive with BCT-40 HD cassette.

Our Sony F900 Camera Package Includes:

• Sony F-900/3 Camera Body
• Hi-Res 16x9 Viewfinder
• Tripod Plate
• On-board Microphone
• Satchler 18 III Fluid Head
• Anton Bauer Hytron 140 14.4V or Dionic 90 Batteries
• Anton Bauer Charger/Power Supply
• User Guide
• Portabrace Carry-on Camera Bag, or Thermodyne Hard Shell Shipping Case
• Canon 15x8 w/2X HD Lens
• Panasonic 17”  LCD Multi-Format HD Monitor, 25’ 75ohm BNC cable
  

Sony EX-3 XDCAM HD camera package!
Includes Camera Package, Standard lens, Tripod, Lights and Batteries

The Sony PMW-EX3 is a flash-memory based high definition camcorder capable of a variety of frame rates and resolutions using Sony's new XDCAM-EX intraframe codec. The PMW-EX3 ups the ante by providing an interchangeable lens mount. The mount allows users to put a variety of professional lenses on the camera, including 1/2" and 2/3" bayonet-mounts. Whether shooting in 720p, 1080i, or 1080p modes, the PMW-EX3 has it all covered. Its bevy of output settings lets users take advantage of fast and slow motion, as well as popular frame rates such as the "film-like" 24p mode.  XDCAM EX is a variant of Sony's popular XDCAM HD codec, which has become a benchmark for affordable non-linear professional acquisition. Through the use of flash-based memory, the PMW-EX3 can take advantage of variable bit rate (VBR) recording. VBR technology intelligently employs less or more image compression to different portions of the footage dependant on which areas need additional bandwidth. The end result is higher quality video with a reduced amount of compression artifacts when compared to more antiquated constant bit rate (CBR).

SxS technology is built for today's most demanding applications and beyond. Being based on the Expresscard/34 interface makes ultra-high transfer rates possible, up to 800 Mb/s. These high transfer speeds can be very important when trying to quickly download multiple gigabytes worth of footage.

Under and Over-Cranking Made Easy

Variable frame rates have been used in filmmaking since its inception. What is often referred to as "over-cranking" for slow motion and "under-cranking" for fast motion, is achieved by running film quickly or slowly through a film gate. This method makes for a simple yet effective technique, which can be used in an myriad of creative cinematic ways. The PMW-EX3 has the ability to simulate this same effect while keeping your hands free from all those stinky film chemicals.  Shoot in a number of frame rates, select any clip, and watch your footage playback automatically in all its fast or slow motion glory!

Extended Record Time

Due to the space-saving nature of XDCAM EX, the 16 and 32GB memory cards are capable of recording for long periods of time.  Documentary work will never be a problem when shooting on the PMW-EX3.

Includes Camera, Batteries & Canon SD Lens

The DXC-D30WS incorporates three Power HAD WS™ CCDs which have been specifically designed for a 16:9 aspect ratio, switchable to 4:3. When shooting in the 16:9 or 4:3 format, the DXC-D30WS offers outstanding picture quality and tremendous flexibility for a variety of applications. Some of the features of the D30 camcorder include interchangeable 2/3" zoom-lenses, Full Digital Signal Processing, high resolution 1.5" B&W viewfinder (DXF-801) and LCD panel, compact & lightweight, adjustable shoulder pad, video light connector, electronic color temperature adjustment, DV and DVCAM™ recording, and professional audio features.

Our D30 DSR-1 Camera Package includes:

• Sony DXC D30WS Camera Body with Sony DSR-1 DVCAM recorder
• Canon J19x9B-IRS w/2X -or- J8Ax6B-IRS Internal Focus Broadcast Lens w/Extender
• Satchler 18 III Fluid Head
• Anton Bauer Batteries and Charger / Power supply
• Portabrace Carry-on bag

Includes Camera, Batteries & Canon SD Lens

This camera still sets the standard for SD origination - and ours has a Macie set-up with a very nice warm look that our clients love!

Our D600 WS Camera Package includes:

• Sony D600 Camera Body
• Canon J19x9B-IRS w/2X -or- J8Ax6B-IRS Internal Focus Broadcast Lens w/Extender
• Satchler 18 III Fluid Head
• Anton Bauer Batteries and Charger / Power supply
• Portabrace Carry-on bag

Includes Camera, Batteries & Canon SD Lens

The DXC-D30WS incorporates three Power HAD WS™ CCDs which have been specifically designed for a 16:9 aspect ratio, switchable to 4:3. When shooting in the 16:9 or 4:3 format, the DXC-D30WS offers outstanding picture quality and tremendous flexibility for a variety of applications. Some of the features of the D30 camcorder include interchangeable 2/3" zoom-lenses, Full Digital Signal Processing, high resolution 1.5" B&W viewfinder (DXF-801) and LCD panel, compact & lightweight, adjustable shoulder pad, video light connector, electronic color temperature adjustment, BetaCam SP  recording, and professional audio features.

Our D30 WS PVV-3 BetaCam SP shooter’s Package Includes:

• Sony D-30WS Camera Body, Sony PVV-3 BetaCam Recorder
• Canon J19x9B-IRS w/2X -or- J8Ax6B-IRS Internal Focus Broadcast Lens w/Extender
• Satchler 18 III Fluid Head
• Anton Bauer Batteries and Charger / Power supply
• Portabrace Carry-on bag

Great run and gun camera! Shoots in 24p, 30p, and 60i on mini-DV tape.

Our DVX-100A DV Shooter’s Package includes:

• Panasonic DVX-100A Camera with Leica  built in zoom lens
• 2 Anton Bauer Elipz batteries, charger, AC Power supply (lots of power!)
• Pelican hard carrying case
• Fluid Head Tripod

Sony LMD-170WS  17" HD/SD LCD Production Monitor

The LMD-170WS is a 17-inch, multi-format, wide screen monitor with a high performance LCD panel. A separate LMD 170WS multi-format engine houses the video processing, input connections, option slots, controls and power supply, which enables the monitor to be thin and lightweight. Only the LMD170WS multi-format LCD panel and the tally light are mounted in the display cabinet, providing a lightweight design that allows greater installation flexibility. The multi-format engine accepts a wide range of analog and digital signals such as NTSC, PAL, 480/60I, 575/50I, 480/60P, 576/60P, 1080/50I, 1080/60I, 720/60P, and 1080/24PsF.

Panasonic LH1700W 17" HD/SD LCD Production Monitor

The Panasonic BT-LH1700W is a 17" widescreen monitor designed for broadcast and studio applications. It utilizes advanced processing technology to reproduce images with color and contrast qualities once found only in CRT monitors. This model is capable of displaying all the HDTV formats and frame rates as well as being NTSC and PAL systems compatible.

The Joker-Bug 800 offers one of the most flexible optical configuration for daylight balanced location lighting. Using the BUG “Bare Bulb” design inside a Chimera Softbank, it can produce a 50% greater output than a 1200w HMI with a Chimera, while drawing only 12.5 amps! It can be configured with any of the included lenses as a direct source, or with a Chimera, providing a nice soft, even source. Our package includes: head, ballast, extension cable, various lenses, barn doors, small or medium Chimera, spare bulb, case, and your choice of stands.

The  400 system was designed specifically for the fast pace and quick set ups of news coverage. The ultra fast re-strike lamp starter assures quiet and immediate lamp ignition and re-ignition. This innovative fixture has retained the qualities of the system, offering two fixtures in one: an Omni-directional fixture and a directional focus-able open face Flood.

Our package includes: head & ballast, lenses, barn doors, speed ring, Small Chimera, spare lamp, case, and stand.

This small HMI puts out a lot of light! It includes case, head, ballast, barndoors, lenses, scrims, Arri stand, spare lamp, Speedring, & small Chimera.

Chroma Key is a great tool for digital video applications and digital compositing. This collapsible unit sets up in minutes and provides a flat/smooth surface instantly. This 6' x 6' size is ideal for head shots all the way to full length shots. Collapses for easy transport and storage. Includes a stand and bag upon request.

This may be the only tungsten kit you need, with a perfect balance of wattage to light beautiful interviews, stand-ups and b-roll.  Includes 2-150w Fresnels, 1-300w Fresnel, 1-650w fresnel, 1-Arrilite 1,000 w/Speedring, Chimera, spare lamps, and large rolling Arri case.

The ultimate in portable dolly systems! The Spider Dolly is the most portable professional dolly on the market.  Combined with a piece of Flex-Trak, the simple 3-Leg Spider converts your tripod into an extremely portable, tracking dolly.

Combined with the amazing Flex-Trak, the seamless dolly track can be configured in straight runs that can suddenly curve in any radius or direction.  The basic unit is 40', which will loop to make on 17' run.  With two pieces the dolly will create a 40' run.  Each section rolls up into a 2' diameter bundle and weighs 40lbs creating un precedent portability for a track rigid enough to support an operator, yet flexible enough to curve into a 90 degree turn with a 2' radius.  The key to FlexTrak's success lies in the unique capability of our Spider Dolly's track wheels, which are designed with double articulating arms that create the ability to negotiate sharp radius turns.

The EZ Jib arm is a portable, user friendly and the most versatile Jib arm in the production industry. Cost effective, user friendly and versatile are the attributes that set the EZ Jib arm apart from all others. Add production value and get the sophisticated look of moving camera shots in your productions. Save valuable production time by setting up your static shots very quickly. This Jib becomes the most unique jib on the market, allowing you to produce compound jib shots with pan/tilt movement. This system was designed with the end user in mind and with a modern approach to production. This system will adapt to any production scenario and grow with your needs.

This portable camera-mounted teleprompter is perfect for field and studio use, and can be used with any sized camera. It has a super bright LCD that can be seen from up to 20 feet away. Can be rented alone, or with one of our qualified operators. Please call for prompter operator rates.

• Bright 17"color LCD SVGA display
• Supports cameras up to 40lbs
• Can control scrolling speed wirelessly
• Use with film, full size Beta SP, DigiBeta, HDV or DVCAM, single or 3-chip minidv cameras and HDV cameras like the Z1U, Panasonic HVX200 and Canon XHA1
• Only 14 lbs including monitor
• Use LCD as extra desktop monitor
• High quality computer machined aluminum
• Patent pending optic system
• Ultra-Clear HD Glass Beamsplitter

Our complete field audio package includes everything a sound person would need: a Sure FP33 3-Channel Mixer powered with rechargeable AB Batteries, A VBS Carbon Fiber Boompole, Sennheiser MHK 66 Shotgun Mic, 2 - Lectosonics 187 Wireless sets, 2 Lectronsonics 195 Wireless sets, 2 Tram lavs, Sony Headphones, Batteries w/charger, and a set of XLR cables.

The Scriptboy is the ideal production assistant's assistant. It provides a large, clear readout of timecode from the camera at distances of up to 100 meters, without cables - and without having to ask the cameraman "what's the code?" A small battery-powered transmitter is attached to the camera and fed with LTC timecode in EBU or SMPTE, dropframe or non-dropframe format. This is transmitted to the Scriptboy clipboard which automatically detects the format and decodes the signal for display. The display reading can be frozen so that accurate timecode can be recorded on.

The gold standard high definition VTR for prestige HDCAM production 
HDCAM Studio Editing Recorder. Plays Digital Betacam, Betacam/SP, Betacam SX, MPEG IMX. Records and plays HDCAM at frame rates: 1080/23.98, 1080/24, 1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97PsF, and 25 PsF. Built-in up-conversion of playback-compatible Standard Definition tapes to 1080i and down-conversion of HDCAM tapes to 480i is a standard feature. Metadata handling, UMID (Unique Material Identifier Data) record capability, and simplified menu setups and firmware upgrades via Memory Stick® media. Capable of handling Dolby-E and AC-3 audio.

The Sony UVW-1800 Betacam SP player / recorder features 90 minute playback/record, 16 times picture search, RS-422A remote interface, component video input/output along with composite and S-video input/output. It records on metal particle tape and will playback any Betacam or Betacam SP recorded tape.

The HVR-M15 is an HDV format VTR ideally used with desktop editing workstations. It includes a stand and can be mounted vertically; a great space-saving feature. The modest frame is deceiving as this VTR performs a wide range of professional applications. The deck can play back both NTSC/PAL signals, as well as 720/30p. The unit records Sony's 1080i HDV in 24p, 30p and, 60i as well as DV and DVCAM. High definition can be recorded with either Mini DV tapes or the larger standard size cassettes for record times up to 276 minutes in HDV and DV mode.