March 11, 2010
Professional Camera Packages for Production & Broadcast
Between the seven key camera manufacturers (Panasonic, Sony, Thompson, Hitachi, Ikegami, JVC, and Canon), over a half dozen different camera configurations (listed below), over 50 different professional camera models, and hundreds of camera accessories, there are an overwhelming number of variables and choices in selecting the right camera package. This is why many clients turn to IMT for recommendations. Our Camera Team are a group of technologists with a passion for cinematography.
Studio Camera Solution
With High Definition (HD) equipment becoming affordable, most of the studio cameras we sell and integrate are HD or HD ready.
When a client has a smaller budget, the studio & ENG multipurpose camera solution can be a great alternative (see below).
ENG Camera Solution
An ENG camera solution is perfect for single camera productions, documentaries, interviews, and news. An ENG camera can be configured with a wireless transmitter for relay transmission back to a news van.
An ENG camera solution can be configured with an external recorder, additional tapeless recording, ENG tripod, audio recording, wireless intercom, and battery packages.
Studio & ENG Multipurpose Camera Solution
A studio & ENG multipurpose camera solution is taking an ENG camera and configuring it to support a multi camera studio environment. This is accomplished by adding a fiber or multicore Camera Control Unit (CCU) and additional studio camera features. This option is common for a multi camera production that also requires a field camera.
Robotic Camera Solution
A robotic camera solution is taking a box camera and mounting it with server controlled Pan and Tilt system. There are also fully integrated robotic cameras from Panasonic or Sony.
A feature of using robotic cameras is that one operator can control and manage several cameras. The robotic camera cuts labor costs and requires less space.
Robotic & ENG Multipurpose Camera Solution
A robotic & ENG multipurpose camera solution is taking an ENG camera and mounting it to a heavy duty Pan and Tilt system. This allows you to maximize your investment in cameras.
Slow Motion Camera Solution
A slow-motion camera can improve the quality and entertainment value of a sports production. These cameras can capture video up to 180 images per second. A specialized slow motion camera can capture up to 1.4 million frames per second
Film Cameras
For filmmakers, having the right camera, lens, and accessory package is an important variable to successful TV productions, features, commercials, or documentaries. From a budget-conscious independent production to a blockbuster production, our team can assemble the right film camera solution for your needs and price range.
Digital Cinematography Cameras
For many high-end productions, film is a thing of the past. Using digital cinematographic cameras such as the Thomson Viper, RED, and DALSA,
To begin the process of configuring your Camera Package, simply click here for a free consultation or give our Integration Sales Team a call at 818.761.9770.
The Bill of Materials for a Camera Package consists of dozens of pieces of equipment. This equipment list is determined during the engineering process. The following is an sample of the key pieces of equipment that are integrated into the Production Studio:
Studio Cameras:
• Panasonic AK-HC3500
• Sony HDC1500R
• Hitachi SK-HD100
• Grass Valley LDK400
ENG Cameras that can be Studio Configured:
• Panasonic AG-HPX500
• Panasonic AG-HDX900
• Sony PDW700
• JVC GY-HD250U
Robotic Cameras:
• Panasonic AK-HC1500G
• Panasonic AW-HE100
• Sony BRCZ700
• Hitachi DK-H32
Slow Motion Cameras:
• Thomson LDK-8300
• Phantom v710
Film Cameras:
• Arri
• 16mm, 35mm, or 65mm
