Camera Rentals
Camera Inventory
- ARRI Alexa
- RED ONE 4K with Mysterium X
- Sony F800 XDCAM
- Panasonic 3DA1 for 3D stereo production
- Sony F3 PL Mount
- Sony XDCAM EX1 and EX3
- Canon HV20 with Ikelite Underwater Housing
ARRI Alexa
HD Cinema has received its first Alexa camera, one of the most exciting cameras for Digital Cinema production. The ARRI Alexa has a very high dynamic range imager and processor recording 13.5 stops of latitude. Very high quality performance recording - 1080p using Apple native ProRes 444 and ProRes 422 Quicktime format. This allows a very easy post workflow as those files can be instantly ingested and edited into Final Cut Pro without having to transcode.
The Alexa can record the high res 2K ARRIRAW format to an external recorder such as the Codex or S2, or a dual link 444 to a Sony SRW-1 HDCAM SR VTR.
ARRI Alexa Package - $1000 per day
- ARRI Alexa camera body with DTE (Direct to Edit)
- EVF-1 Electronic Viewfinder
- ARRI Digicine baseplate and Bridgeplate sled with 19mm rods
- Necessary handles and cables
32GB SxS Pro cards available - $60 each
For pricing, see our Rates page.
RED ONE 4K
with RED MX Mysterium-X sensor upgrades
RED MX 800 with its Super 35mm sized 4K CMOS sensor records 4K, 3K, 2K or HD images in a RAW format as .R3D files. The ability to use 35mm PL Mount film lenses allows the use of the finest optics available. A wide dynamic range and the cinematic selective focus that is found with film cameras is accessible with this digital camera.
- RED MX camera body: $400/day
- with EVF Color Viewfinder
- RED LCD 5.6"
- all necessary mounts and cables
- Four (4) RED batteries + two (2) RED chargers: $50
- Switronix hot-swap battery adapter: $10
- RED PL Mount Lenses
- (5) RED Pro Primes set T1.8: $175
- 25, 35, 50, 85, 100mm
- (5) RED Pro Primes set T1.8: $175
- RED 18-50mm T3 zoom: $50
- Microforce zoom control: $25
- Zoom motor: $25
- Mattebox with eyebrow:
- Chrosziel Clip-on: $25
- Chrosziel 415: $40
- Chrosziel 805 swingaway
- 2-stage: $50
- 3- stage $60
- Mattebox side wings: $15
- Filter selection: $10 each
- Chrosziel follow focus: $15-$25
- Element Technica breakout box: $20
- ET Bridgeplate 19mm or 15mm rods: $20
- ARRI 12"/18"/35" Dovetail: $20
- ARRI LS9 lens support: $10
- For Steadicam
- ET top plate + 2" handle risers: $15
- AJA HD10MD3 downconverter: $25
For pricing, see our Rates page.
Sony PDW-F800
XDCAM HD format camera
The Sony PDW-F800 is is the camera that replaces the venerable Sony F900 HDCAM and the images look even better! This camera has full 1920x1080 recording at 50 Mbs data rate with 422 color. Shoots 1080 variable frame up to 60i and 30p, and 720p up to 60p for slow-mo.
XDCAM Clip Browser software, Log and Transfer links
For pricing, see our Rates page.
Panasonic AG-3DA1 Stereo Camcorder
For pricing, see our Rates page.
Sony F3 PL Mount
HD Cinema now has two Sony F3 Super35mm sensor cameras in house for rental.
With a factory built PL Mount, the F3 will utilize all the best cinema lenses available, but as it has a small flange focus depth many less expensive DSLR lenses from Nikon, Canon and others.
A firmware upgrade later in 2011 will allow a true ISO of 1600 and the ability to record 4:4:4 10bit via its dual link HD SDI output. Recording that format has been very expensive in the past, but the new Sony SR-R1 recorder will record on 1 TB SR memory cards. The recorder is expected to be priced at half the cost of the Codex or S-TWO digital recorders, or the SRW-1 HDCAM SR recorders currently available.
Sony XDCAM PMW-EX1 and PMW-EX3
Sony EX1
The PMW-EX1 is the first in a new range of professional HD products - called XDCAM EX - which record onto memory-based SxS ExpressCard media. Designed from the ground up to exploit the ultimate high performance of SxS PRO memory cards, the PMW-EX1 combines a state-of-the-art, non-linear XDCAM workflow with simply the best HD quality yet seen in a compact camcorder. It is also the first handheld camcorder to carry the legendary CineAlta 24P brand with multiple frame rate recording capability such as 59.94i, 50i, and native 23.98P, as well as being 1080i/720P switchable.
For pricing, see our Rates page.
Sony EX3
The Sony EX3 camera has the same 1920x1080 sensor, the same lens, and the same image quality as the EX1, but it has interchangeable lens mount for 1/2" and 2/3" broadcast and cine lenses, as well as the capability to genlock and slave time code for multi-camera shoots.
For pricing, see our Rates page.
Canon HV20 with Ikelite Underwater Housing
Canon HV20 HDV camcorder
The Canon HV20 delivers style, performance and advanced features as never before in a compact package. With a 10x HD video zoom lens, 2.96 Megapixel CMOS Image Sensor, Canon's advanced DIGIC DV II Image Processor and a stylish look, it offers capabilities above others in its class. The HV20's 24p Cinema Mode allows you to shoot in "film look" style that up until now was only available on professional camcorders. Both High Definition and Standard Definition recording modes make the HV20 the perfect bridge when you want to move to HD while retaining compatibility with SD equipment. Superior image reproduction with stunning detail and brilliant color is of course what you expect from Canon and the HV20 delivers, raising the bar for HD.
For pricing, see our Rates page.
Ikelite Underwater Housing
The Ikelite Canon HV20 Underwater Housing is molded of clear polycarbonate to provide seamless construction and corrosion proof performance. This "Clearly Superior" design provides full view of the camcorder, control functions, and assurance the system is safe up to 200 feet (60 meters). The housing with camera installed is very slightly negative in salt-water for stability. The system's compact size and weight make it a breeze to travel with. A complete housing and camera combination weighs less than 9 pounds (4 kg). The housing with base and handle assembly measures only 11" (27cm) wide; 8" (20cm) high; and 8" (20cm) deep. Included UR/Pro Color Filter provides color correction in tropical blue water with available sunlight up to 80 feet (24 meters). An optional filter #6441.81 is also available to achieve more natural tones in green water settings. Super Eye magnifier for the optical viewfinder is included, providing enhanced viewing while wearing a diving mask. The camera's large viewing screen can be seen easily using the External Mirror on the side of the housing. Just open the camera's LCD monitor, rotate 180° and fold back against the side of the camera. Actual image will be reversed when viewed through the mirror. The housing port is threaded to allow the use of Ikelite W-20, Inon Type II, and Epoque 67mm threaded Wide-Angle Conversion Lenses. The base removes instantly with a unique toggle clamp for traveling or attaching of the optional Pro Video-Lite 3 bat
For pricing, see our Rates page.
Can't find what you're looking for? Let us know!
HD Cinema is constantly evaluating new cameras and accessories for digital cinema production. We would like to hear from you regarding cameras that we are considering, or models that you think we should consider including:
- Sony F35
- Sony F23
- Sony PMW 500
- Panasonic Varicam 2700, 3100 or 3700
- RED Epic-S "Scarlet"
- Vision Research Phantom HD (high speed)
- Silicon Imaging SI 2K
- Iconix HD-RH1F
- Canon XF-305
- Canon XF-105
- RED Epic-X (ORDERED)