Panasonic AG-HPX502E P2 HD/SD Series Professional Camcorder (PAL)

Features: 3x 2/3 inch CCDs. Solid state P2 flash memory. HD mode: 1080/60i, 50i, 30p, 25p. SD mode: 720/60p, 50p, 30p, 25p and 24p. Solid state (no moving parts), four P2 card slots, instant recording startup, clip thumbnail view, pre-record (three seconds in HD and seven seconds in SD), SD memory card slot for saving or loading user files. For more information, please click here to view the Panasonic Australia web site.

Panasonic DVCPro AG-HVX202 P2 Series Camcorder (PAL)

Features: Solid state P2 flash memory (for high definition recording) or Mini DV (standard definition recording only), 3CCD, 25P, Variable compression / resolution settings, programmable user settings buttons, 16:9 / 4:3 switchable, variable frame rates (from 12 fps - 50fps), 2x XLR audio inputs, SMPTE timecode, chrosziel matte box. For more info: click here (Panasonic Australia).

Sony HDW-750P High Definition Camcorder

50i/25p, 1920x1080 HD resolution (2.2 million pixel FIT CCD), 4ch xlr audio in, memory stick setup. Visit the Sony Australia web site for more technical details. Hire Kit includes: Matte Box & Rails, Wide Angle HD Lens, Telephoto HD Lens and Panasonic (BT-LH1700WE) High Definition Monitor.

Sony DVW-970P Digital Betacam(PAL)

16:9/4:3 switchable, 25P/50I capable, Power HAD EX CCD, gamma curve control, Multi Matrix colour control function, turbo gain, ATW (auto tracing white balance), user assignable button, setup card system, variable speed electronic shutter, 4ch xlr audio in. For more details click here for the Sony Australia Website.

Sony DVW-709WSP Digital Betacam(PAL)

16:9/4:3, 25P, Multi Matrix function for colour correction, turbo gain function, ATW (auto tracing white balance), colour temperature control, assignable setup button, setup card system stores operator preferences, variable speed electronic shutter, 4ch XLR audio in. For more details click here to visit the Sony Australia web site.

Betacam SP (PAL)

Features include: 4:3/16:9 switchable, 3CCD, Betacam SP recording mode, 2ch line/mic level XLR audio inputs.

Sony DSR 450WSPL (PAL)

Features include: 4:3/16:9 switchable, fold-out preview colour monitor, 25P Progressive Mode, DVCAM / Mini DV switchable, 2ch line/mic XLR audio inputs. For more information click here to view the Sony Australia web site.

DV Cam DSR series (PAL)

Features include: 4:3 / 16:9 switchable, 3CCD, DVCAM / Mini DV recording modes, 2ch line/mic level XLR inputs.

Sony HVR-Z1 (PAL/NTSC switchable)

Features include: 4:3/16:9 switchable, DVCAM / Mini DV switchable, fold-out preview monitor, colour/B&W switchable viewfinder, 2ch line/mic XLR audio inputs. For more information, click here to view the Sony Australia web site.

Sony PD Series 3CCD Camcorders (PAL)

Features Include: 16:9 / 4:3 switchable (PD150 only), fold-out preview monitors, DVCAM / Mini DV switchable, 2ch line/mic XLR audio inputs.

Sony Colour Viewfinder

Colour viewfinder to suit Sony Digital Betacam DVW-709WSP and DVW-970P model camcorders.

Sony DSR-11 DVCAM Digital Videocassette Recorder

Features Include: PAL/NTSC switchable, 4pin i.LINK interface, accepts standard & mini cassettes, 2 ch or 4 ch digital audio modes, supports SP mini DV and DVCAM. For more details, check out the Sony Australia Web site.

High Definition Panasonic Widescreen 17" LCD Monitor (BT-LH1700WE)

Features Include: Built-in SDI/HDSDI capability (automatic switching), WXGA (1280x768 resolution), Y/Pb/Pr Input, RGB (PC input compatability), built-in waveform monitoring, 240v AC or 12v DC power supply available.

9" CRT portable field monitors

Features Include: 16:9/4:3 switchable, can be operated by using either 240v AC or 12v DC power sources.

7" LCD portable field monitors

Features Include: 16:9/4:3 switchable, powered by 12v DC.

Fujinon Wide Angle & long lenses

Standard and High Definition Lenses available for hire.

2, 3 & 4 Channel Field Audio Mixers

Features Include: multi-core mixer to camera cables, headphones, spare XLR cables, battery powered.

Lectrosonics UH400A Digital Wireless UHF Plug-on Transmitter

Features Include: Converts microphones with XLR jacks to wireless operation, selectable 5, 15 and 48 volt phantom power (plus off position), 256 synthesised UHF frequencies, 100mW output power.

300w Fresnel Lights (Tungsten)

Kit includes a snoot and gobo for lighting control.

3x 150w Dedo Lighting Kit (Tungsten)

Features Include: fully focusable lenses, low power consumption, dimmable, maximum output 3400 K. For more information, click here to view the Cirro Light web site.

Sun-Gun (Tungsten)

A 12 volt battery powered lamp that can be attached to the camera or hand-held. Can be powered off "gel cell" (separate battery) or directly off camera power (model depending).

2.5Kw HMI Par (Daylight)

Hires complete with ballast (transformer), barn doors, lenses, wires, and stand.

1.2Kw HMI Par (Daylight)

Hires complete with ballast (transformer), barn doors, lenses, wires, and stand.

575w HMI Par (Daylight)

Hires complete with ballast (transformer), barn doors, lenses, wires, and stand.

200w HMI Par (Daylight)

Hires complete with ballast (transformer), barn doors, lenses, wires, and stand.

"C" stands

Collapsible and versatile lighting stand

Trace Frames & Cutters

Mk 2 Lightweight Pipe Dolly

This lightweight, versatile, aluminum-constructed pipe dolly has been designed to be ultra portable. Couple this with the added functionality of using the track/pneumatic wheels without the pipe tracks - this dolly is a must for any shoot.

2.64metre - 5.94metre Camcorder Jib-Arm

Remote "hothead" operation

2 metre Jib-Arm

Portable and collapsible jib arm. Maximum lens height 2.7m, minimum lens height, 200mm (20cm). Heavy duty tripod and counter weights supplied with rental.

Carbon-Fibre Tripod Legs with Fluid Heads

100mm and 150mm Bowl Heads, a variety of models to suit all cameras

7" LCD Flat Screen "Baby" Display

Small, lightweight colour units intended for on-camera, Steadicam or Jimmy-Jib autocue mounting. Standard BNC input.

Executive Prompts

Conference style, low profile ground-based mirrored prompter units. 38cm colour monitors, standard BNC input.

RF Video Transmitter and Receiver

Allowing for wireless computer - autocue head operation.