MAINTENANCE & CAMERA PERFORMANCE

Essentially, professional motion picture cameras are still cameras that can capture steady-perfect images at incredibly high speeds. Therefore, very dangerous in the wrong hands – dangerous, that is, for the next person who has to use it.

Without consistent professional service, it can be hard to tell what changes may have been made to a camera by a Cinematographer, and unfortunately, few camera rental houses take the time to properly re-calibrate and service cameras every time they return from a rental.

This is where the value of using a privately owned and controlled camera package becomes clear: The only way to be sure the camera is going out in perfect condition every time it is rented, is to have it throughly inspected and serviced every time it is returned. Doing this can be a big part of achieving high-end cinematography on a consistent basis. Finally, it’s better for the producer, since they can feel more confident that there won’t be any surprises on set regarding the camera’s performance.