Camera

Speed/fps

Shutter°

Registration

Format

Sound/
MOS

Features

35mm Cameras

Arricam Lite

1-40

0-180°

Electronic

Dual pin registration

35mm/
Super 35

Sound

Particularly useful when low weight, small camera size and operating freedom are required. 3 and 4 perf capable.

Arricam Studio

1-60

0-180°

Electronic

Dual pin registration

35mm/
Super 35

Sound

This durable ultra quiet studio camera allows for magazines to be top and rear mounted. 3 and 4 perf capable.

Arriflex 535A

3-50

11-180°

Electronic

Dual pin registration

35mm/
Super 35

Sound

Time code capable. Great studio camera. Ideal when in camera effects are desired.

Arriflex 535B

3-60

11-180°, 144°, 172.8°

Dual pin registration

35mm/
Super 35

Sound

Time code capable. Great studio camera that can be hand held. Can be used on Steadicam.

Arriflex 435ES

1-150

11-180°

Electronic

Dual pin registration

35mm/
Super 35

MOS

Time code. Studio or hand held high speed camera. Great for in camera effects. Can be used on Steadicam.

Arriflex 235

1-75

45-180°
(manually adjustable)

Single pin registration

Super 35 & Regular 35

MOS

Extremely compact. Perfect for handheld, steadicam, remote and "C" camera work.

Aaton 35-III

3-40

144°, 150°, 172.8°, 180°

co-planar claw movement

35mm/
Super 35

Sound

Time code.  Ideal sync camera for hand held or Steadicam use.  Limited to 400' magazines.

16mm Cameras

Arriflex 416 Plus

1 - 75

45 - 180º

Single pin registration

Super 16

Sound

Extremely compact. Perfect for handheld, steadicam and studio work.

Arriflex 16SR3

5-75

45°, 90°, 135°, 144°, 172.8°, 180°

Single pin registration

16mm/
Super 16

Sound

Time code.  Ideal sync camera for hand held or Steadicam use.

Arriflex 16SR2

5-75

180°

Single pin registration

16mm

Sound

Tried and true industry standard. An economy 16mm sync camera ideal for hand held or Steadicam use.

HD Cameras

Panasonic AG-HVX200

12-60 (720)

24, 30, 60i (1080, 480)

1/24 to 1/2000

 

1080i
720P
480i

DVCPRO HD,
DVCPRO 50,
DVCPRO,
DV

Sound

Very versatile handheld camera that records onto solid state P2 cards or Mini DV tapes.  Excellent image quality.

Sony
PMW-EX3

59.94p/i, 50p/i, 29.97P, 25P, 23.98P

1/32
to
1/2000

 

1080P
1080i
720P

Sound

Compact and lightweight camcorder produces beautiful images using three ½” CMOS sensors.

Sony
PMW-EX1

1-30 (1080)
1 – 60 (720)

1/32
to
1/2000

 

1080P
1080i
720P

Sound

Small high quality HD camera that records onto solid state cards and offers full control to the operator. Works well as an economical “B” camera.

Panasonic AG-HPX500

24, 25, 30, 50, 60p
in 720.
24, 25, 30p, 50i, 60i
in 1080.
Variable frame rates from 12-60p.

In 24p:
1/24
1/50
1/60
1/120
1/250
1/500
1/1000

  DVCPRO HD
DVCPRO
DV
1080p/i
720p
576p/i
480p/i
Records onto P2 cards only.

Sound

This shoulder mounted tapeless camera is an excellent value offering high end features including cine like gamma.

Panasonic
AJ-HPX2000

24, 25, 30, 50, 60p
in 720.
24, 25, 30p, 50i, 60i
in 1080 and SD

 

1/48
1/50
1/60
1/100
1/120
1/250
1/500
1/1000
1/2000

 

DVCPRO HD
DVCPRO
DV
1080p/i
720p
576p/i
480p/i
Records onto P2 cards only.

Sound

A high image quality, high sensitivity HD camera for video production and news gathering.

Panasonic
AJ-HPX3000

24, 25 & 30p
50,60i

45º
90º
120º 144º 172.8º 180º

 

DVCPRO HD
DVCPRO 50
1080p/i
576p/i
480p/i
Records onto P2 cards only.

Sound

A solid full raster 1920 x 1080 camcorder offering master quality acquisition.

Panasonic VariCam
AJ-HPX2700 (P2)

1-60 (720p), 59.94, 29.97, 23.98 (1080) 1-60 (720p), 59.94, 29.97, 23.98 (1080)

1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, HALF and 45 - 180º

 

AVC Intra 100 & 50, DVCPRO HD (720p, 1080pN/i)P

Sound

The 2700 VariCam now records 720p and 1080pN/i onto P2 cards.

Panasonic VariCam
AJ-HDC27

4-60

45º
90º
120º 144º 172.8º 180º

 

DVCPRO HD 720P

Sound

Friendly toward the seasoned shooter.  Can shoot variable frame rates and has gamma correction.

Sony Cine Alta
HDW-F900R

24, 25 & 30p
50, 60i

1/32
1/48
1/50
1/60
1/96
1/125
1/250
1/500
1/1000

 

HDCAM
1080p/i

Sound

Unbeatable colorimetry, contrast range, picture sharpness and stability.

Red One

4k:
1 – 30fps.

3k (windowed):
1 – 60fps.

2k (windowed):
1 - 120fps.

1/24 sec.
to
1/2000

 

Super 35

35mm

Super 16

2/3”

Sound

Lightweight, versatile,  ultra high definition camera with excellent color fidelity and dynamic range.

Phantom HD

Up to 1000 fps in 1920 x 1080

up to 1539 fps in 1280 x 720

up to 540 fps in 2048 x 2048

As fast as 1/500,000 second

 

HD

2K off of a Super 35 sized imager

Sound

Versatile high speed HD camera that is production friendly and produces outstanding images.

35mm Camera Packages


Arricam Lite

The ARRICAM LT is ARRI’s latest sync sound lightweight camera that is beautifully designed for filming handheld and steadicam shots. In addition, it serves just as well as an extremely quiet studio camera.
Other features of our ARRICAM LT include:

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Arricam Studio

The Arricam Studio is ARRI’s latest ultra quiet and quite rugged studio camera.  It performs all the basic camera functions one would expect and also sports an electronically adjustable mirror shutter, beautiful integrated video assist system and its magazines can be top or rear mounted according to your production needs.

Other features of the Arricam Studio include:

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Arriflex 535A

The 535A sync sound camera operates at preset speeds of 24, 25, 29.97, and 30 fps and is also capable of speeds from 3 to 50 fps, forward and reverse. The camera is equipped with a programmable electronic variable shutter adjustable from 11 to 180 degrees, a swingover viewfinder, and Arriglow. The 535A camera has time code capabilities and permits frame rate and shutter angle changes while running. The camera can be set up for regular or Super 35.

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Arriflex 535B

The 535B sync sound camera operates at preset speeds of 24, 25, 29.97 and 30 fps, as well as 3-60 fps, forward and reverse, with a built-in speed control. The camera is equipped with a variable shutter adjustable from 11 to 180 degrees, a swingover viewfinder, Arriglow and time code. The 535B camera can be configured for hand held and Steadicam use. The camera can be set up for regular or Super 35.

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Arriflex 435ES

The 435ES m.o.s. camera operates at preset speeds of 23.976, 24, 25, 29.97 and 30 fps. It has a built-in speed control which allows it to operate from 1 to 150 fps in forward and reverse. The camera is equipped with a programmable electronic variable shutter from 11 to 180 degrees and allows speed and shutter changes within a shot. The 435ES camera also includes a swingover viewfinder, Arriglow and time code. The camera can be set up for regular or Super 35.

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ARRIFLEX 235

The ARRIFLEX 235 is a lightweight, modern 35mm film camera that is perfect for handheld, steadicam, remote and “C” camera work.  This PL mounted camera accepts dozens of 35mm lenses and features a bright optical viewfinder making it very desirable for any DP.

Features of the 235 include:

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Aaton 35-III

The 35-III sync sound camera is one of the smallest and lightest hand held 35mm cameras available, weighing only 18 lbs with a 400’ load, prime lens and battery. The camera is capable of 3 to 40 fps with a built-in speed control. It has a 4 stage shutter 180, 172.8, 150 and 144 degrees, Aatonite illuminated ground glass and swing over viewfinder. The ergonomically designed magazines are set up for quick change out. The parallel attachment ports at the top and bottom of the camera allow it to be mounted on a Steadicam in a matter of minutes. The camera can be set up for regular or Super 35 and incorporates the easy to use Aaton time code.

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16mm Camera Packages


ARRIFLEX 416 Plus

The ARRIFLEX 416 Plus is a lightweight, modern Super 16 film camera that is perfect for handheld, steadicam and studio work.  This PL mounted camera accepts dozens of 35 and 16mm lenses and features a bright 35-style optical viewfinder making it very desirable for any DP.  In addition, the 416 Plus has an amazingly low sound level, a speed range from 1 to 75 fps, completely new lightweight ergonomic design, integrated video assist and wireless lens control system option.  Simply put, the 416 Plus is one of the most powerful, flexible and portable Super 16 cameras ever built.

Features of the ARRIFLEX 416 Plus include:

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Arriflex 16SR-3

The 16SR-3 sync sound camera is equipped with a 6-stage variable shutter, time code, Arriglow, PL mount and is designed for regular and Super 16 formats. The camera speeds range from 5 to 75 fps with built-in crystal speed control. It has preset speeds of 24, 25, 29.97 and 30 fps.
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Arriflex 16SR-2

The 16SR-2 sync sound camera operates with crystal controlled speeds at 24 or 25 fps. It can also operate from 5 to 75 fps with an external speed control. The camera is available in PL or bayonet mount.

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High Definition Camera Equipment

Need help deciding which camera is right for your project?
See our HD Camera Comparison page.

Panasonic AG-HVX200

Panasonic AG-HVX200

The Panasonic AG-HVX200 is a handheld DVCPRO HD P2 camera-recorder designed to meet emerging needs in HD content production. It debuted as Panasonic's first HD video product to use P2, the cutting-edge solid state memory recording device that has revolutionized the entire production paradigm.
The AG-HVX200 records HD, either 1080i or 720p video acquired by a new optical system and high-performance digital signal processor onto a P2 card using the broadcasting DVCPRO HD codec. This system achieves a level of image quality that conventional handheld HD cameras simply cannot match, while also supporting HD/SD multi-format and multi-codec recording capabilities.
Variable frame rate recording is just one of the features that makes the AG-HVX200 unique in its class. Using technologies that make the Panasonic VariCam camera-recorder a favorite in movie production, this powerful function allows the overcranking and undercranking techniques used with film cameras to create fast-motion and slow-motion effects. The P2 card offers superior reliability, immediate playback and outstanding cost-performance. It allows direct connection to nonlinear editing systems and streamlines the production work flow, by providing to the editing system data files ready to be edited, rather than a video tape which would require the task of digitizing.
On top of all its advanced features and technologies, the AG-HVX200 inherits the refined design and easy operation that distinguishes Panasonic's high-value DVX100 DV camera series. In the AG-HVX200, video professionals of all kinds will find a powerful tool for giving form to their creative visions.

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Sony PMW-EX3
Sony PMW-EX3

SONY PMW-EX3

The PMW-EX3 compact camcorder with an interchangeable lens system incorporates three ½-inch type Exmor™ Full HD CMOS sensors, each with an effective pixel count of 1920 x 1080, delivering stunning-quality HD images in 1080P, 720P, and 1080i HD resolutions. A rich variety of features for creative shooting are incorporated into this camcorder such as “Slow & Quick Motion”, which is also commonly known as “over-cranking” and “under-cranking”, selectable gamma curves, slow-shutter, interval recording and Picture Profile™ feature. Additionally, the PMW-EX3 offers a convenient remote-control and multi-camera operation capability, which allows use with high-end camera systems.

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Sony PMW-EX1

SONY PMW-EX1 XDCAM EX

The Sony PMW-EX1 XDCAM EX utilizes three newly designed 1/2-inch type "Exmor"™ CMOS sensors, each with an effective pixel count of 1920 x 1080. Coupled with newly developed signal processing, this camera produces truly exceptional images in 1080p, 720p and 1080i HD. Using another new Sony innovation, the SxS Memory Card flash memory device, very high data transfer speeds are also made possible in order to enhance the High Definition content creation workflow. Utilizing the MPEG-2 Long GOP CODEC to achieve a balance of quality and the required bit rate, you can now record approximately 140 minutes using two 16GB SxS Memory Cards in SP mode and 100 minutes in HQ mode. Additionally, the PMW-EX1 offers a powerful Slow & Quick Motion feature, or what is more commonly known as "over-cranking" and "under-cranking", to enable users to create slow and fast motion special effects.

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Panasonic AG-HPX500

The AG-HPX500 P2 HD shoulder-mount camcorder delivers a unique combination of high-end features never offered in a camcorder in this price bracket, including production-quality 2/3" progressive 3-CCDs, DVCPRO HD quality, multi HD and SD formats, variable frame rates, and four independent audio channels. In addition, the HPX500 offers the outstanding benefits of P2 solid state recording including ultra-fast IT workflow and no-moving-parts reliability, which makes the camera ideal for use in harsh environments.

To give your productions tremendous flexibility, the HPX500 records in over 32 HD and SD formats. The camcorder records on re-usable, removable P2 cards. With Panasonic's new 16GB P2 card and HPX500's four P2 slots, the camera records for 68 minutes of DVCPRO HD; 136 minutes of DVCPRO 50; and 272 minutes of DVCPRO.

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Panasonic AJ-HPX2000

The AJ-HPX2000 P2 HD shoulder-mount camcorder integrates native HD progressive 2/3" 3-CCD performance with the ultra-high reliability and speed of P2 solid-state recording. As one of the most flexible, full production-quality cameras available, the AJ-HPX2000 records pristine high-quality images in over 30 HD and SD formats ranging from 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i and 576i.
The AJ-HPX2000 holds up to five P2 cards offering users extended recording time. With five 32GB P2 cards, professionals can record 6 ½ hours in DVCPRO HD 720p native.

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Panasonic AJ-HPX3000

The AJ-HPX3000 is the industry's first native 1080p one-piece camcorder to capture master-quality high definition video. It features three 2/3" high density 2.2 million pixel CCDs and records in industry-standard DVCPRO HD at 1080 in 24p, 25p, 30p, 50i and 60i and can produce standard definition recordings in 50Mbps DVCPRO50.
Designed for movie, commercial and TV program production, the HPX3000 combines the ultra reliability of P2 HD solid-state recording with high-end features, including six advanced gamma settings, Film-Rec mode (made popular by the VariCam), film-like shutter controls as well as intuitive film camera-like operation.

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Panasonic VariCam AJ-HPX2700

The VariCam 2700 offers intuitive operation with single-step variable frame rates ranging from 1 fps to 60 fps (in 720p mode), advanced gamma settings, and essential interfaces including three HD-SDI outputs. Utilizing three 1-megapixel 2/3-inch native HD resolution CCDs, the VariCam 2700 records independent-frame 1080 and 720 images in AVC-Intra 100 and AVC-Intra 50 as well as in industry-standard DVCPRO HD. The solid-state HPX2700 offers you an ever-ready workhorse camera for a variety of professional HD shooting applications at a surprisingly affordable price.

The VariCam 2700 provides the reliability and fast workflow needed in today's demanding production environments. P2 HD provides immediate access to recorded video for on-set viewing and the benefits of metadata to more easily manage your content.

With five 64 GB P2 cards installed, the VariCam 2700 can record up to 400 minutes in AVC-Intra 100 at 1080/24p, 800 minutes in AVC-Intra 100 at 720/24p and 320 minutes in other AVC-Intra 100 or DVCPRO HD formats.

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Panasonic AJ-HDC27FP VariCam

Replicating many of the features of film-based acquisition, the 2/3” HD progressive scan camcorder will appeal to seasoned cine shooters. The AJ-HDC27 operates as a 24 fps camera, a standard 60 fps video camera, and has a variable frame rate range of 4 to 60 fps in single frame increments. Featuring Panasonic’s CineGamma™ software, the AJ-HDC27 is able to emulate films gradual transfer function performance, increasing its usable dynamic range—especially in the highlights.

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Sony CineAlta HDW-F900R

The HDW-F900R camcorder records images in accordance with the CIF (Common Image Format) standard, which specifies a sampling structure of 1920 x 1080 active pixels (horizontal x vertical). Plus, as well as recording at 24P, the HDW-F900R camcorder is switchable to record at 25P, 29.97P progressive scan, and also at 50 or 59.94 Hz interlaced scan. The camcorder also provides a comprehensive range of features for creative shooting such as enhanced gamma features and colorimetry controls. Plus, the design of the HDW-F900R is highly compact and lightweight, giving users higher levels of mobility and comfort when shooting.  In combination with its renowned 24P capability, these great functionalities make the HDW-F900R the perfect solution for shooting television series, documentaries, commercials, as well as motion pictures.

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RED ONE

Now available through Schumacher Camera is the camera you have been hearing a buzz about throughout the production industry – the RED ONE!  This camera features the Mysterium Super 35mm cine sized (24.4 x 13.7mm) CMOS sensor (4520 x 2540 pixels) which captures outstanding progressive images at 4k (1 to 30fps), 3k (1 to 60fps), or 2k (1 to 120fps) resolution.  As a standard feature on the RED ONE, its PL lens mount allows you to use a vast array of cine lenses (with their depth of field qualities) for the ultimate in creative control.  Also available is the B4 (Sony) to PL lens mount adapter which will allow the use of all the HD lenses you have come to love (in 2k mode).  As for a recording medium, RED’s Compact Flash 8GB cards will record about 4 minutes of footage in 4k resolution, the 16GB cards will record about 8 minutes in 4K and the RED DRIVE (320GB RAID) will record between two and three hours of 4k REDCODE RAW footage.  Finally, its modular design and light weight allow it to be set up in multiple configurations whether it be as a remote, hand held or fully loaded studio camera.

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Phantom HD (by Vision Research)

The Phantom HD is a unique PL mounted high speed camera that can deliver up to the maximum frame rates of 1000 fps (in 1920 x 1080), 1539 fps (in 1280 x 720) or 540 fps (in 2048 x 2048) without the need for rendering, which means that you can see the results of each shot immediately.  It boasts an excellent dynamic range and has a rating of ISO 600.  In addition, its imager adds in creating the much desired 35mm depth-of-field look which can be used to isolate subjects from the foreground and background.
The camera records to an internal RAM memory of 16GB that can then be downloaded to a laptop computer. Phantom CineMags provide hot-swappable, solid-state recording in 256 and 512 GB models. The Phantom HD also allows you to "play" the contents of the memory module over single (4:2:2) HD-SDI outputs on the docking station to a recorder, disk array, or other HD-SDI capture device.
As far as accessories go, the camera accommodates HD viewfinders and it allows use with ARRI 35mm accessories such as follow focus and matte box.   These, in combination with the cine prime lenses by Cooke and zoom lenses by Angenieux create a very familiar production tool to work with.

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