F11 Gear Goes On An Adventure #MountainFilming #DesertFilming
If you thought our gear was only capable of working in air-conditioned convention halls and meeting rooms, well then, you have another thing coming, buddy! F11 Rentals sent a Canon C300 and Sony a7S rental package out on a music video shoot that had it way up near the tippity-top of Mount Charleston, and down in the sweltering heat of the Jean Dry Lake Bed. Our gear conquered the day among the aspens and pines of the refreshingly cool mountain tops, down in the formidable 110 degree, sun baked dirt of the Mojave, and even bounding across the rugged terrain of Red Rock Canyon. So, if you are having a bully day with say... Bear Grills, or maybe just a bear, consider our capable Las Vegas based rental gear for your Las Vegas video projects.
Canon's big 8K announcement #CanonCameras #8Kvideo #120Megapixels
At 5:00am EDT yesterday, Canon, our friends over in The Land of the Rising Sun (it's okay if you didn't know that was Japan's nickname) announced the near-future release of an 8K cinema camera and 120 megapixel DSLR.
The cinema camera will have a Super 35mm equivalent CMOS sensor, capable of 60fps, and 13 stops of dynamic range. The camera will feature the awesome EF mount, and the sensor will be 8,192 x 4,320 pixels (approximately 35.39 million effective pixels). Canon will also produce an 8K professional reference monitor.
As for the DSLR, it will have 120 effective megapixels, capable of beautiful, clear, poster size images, and allow for cropping without compromising quality.
Canon hasn't said whether the camera will be available and unveiled at NAB, PhotoKina, or... maybe a random Taco Tuesday.
Either way, what a surprise bomb-shell from Canon.
In Loving Memory of LeFrancis #OutWithTheOldInWithTheNew #AboutTime
Our favorite rebel rouser, Frank LaSpina, (aka LeFrancis) has stepped down as Director of Operations here at F11 Rentals to pursue a bright and sunny opportunity beyond these hallowed halls. While he will be greatly missed, we will persevere and carry on with full hearts and heads held high. Operations will continue as normal, and you may still contact us through the normal avenues, i.e. email us at rentals@f11rentals.com, give us a ring at (702) 703-5400, or send us some good vibes through the power of telekinesis (no guarantees there).
My name is James Moore, I was the one behind the camera for all of Frank's wonderful video appearances, and I will be the new Director of Operations here at F11 Rentals. I can't promise I have the same, wonderful, flowing hair as Frank, nor the winning smile, but, I will do my best to offer the same, top-caliber service you've come to expect from us.
As a tribute to Frank, here are some nice photos to remember him by.
f11 Rentals offers special pricing for The 48 Hour Film Project
A great event here in town is The 48 Hour Film Project. It gives film-makers a chance to show off their skills, sharpen tools and build great relationships within the community. For these reasons f11 Rentals will be extending special rates on all of our camera packages and production gear to all participants. Book early to ensure we have what you need available.
Sony a7S Unboxing. . . The f11 Way
We're pleased and proud to announce the Sony a7S is joining the already fine family of production and broadcast cameras at f11 Rentals. Checkout all this wild and exciting unboxing action now.
The Always Resourceful PMW 300 #Las Vegas Rental Gear #Sony PMW 300 #Las Vegas Production Rentals
If you're project is on a slight budget that won't allow you to go with the fan-favorite Canon C300, we have a couple Sony PMWs that are in and of themselves wonderful, durable, and dependable.
Slip and slide... Cineslide that is. #Kessler #Cineslider #Las Vegas Production Rental
Here is a look at our Kessler Cineslider, and a couple tasty sliders. A cineslider will add value and class to any project.
Streaming live from Las Vegas! #streaming #wirecast #isthislive?
F11 Rentals recently provided gear to FiveSix Productions when they worked a job streaming a four-day educational speaker last week. The speaker held a four-day, eight hour educational session that was attended by about thirty people, and then viewed by an additional dozen or so more online.
FiveSix ultimately ended up utilizing the wirecast software from telestream to stream online, and was very impressed with the ease and dependability of the product. Our mighty Panasonic HPX 500, along with a Blackmagic converter made a great trio with the new streaming software used by FiveSix.
Future streaming jobs will now be much smoother and more efficient thanks to the wirecast software.
Next time you're up a creek (or stream) without a paddle, give us a call and we'll get you all situated with the right gear to get the job done right.
Audio guy guide
Today we're talking about your basic 3-channel mixer setup as well as what it takes to embrace a life as an audio guy.
Dana Dolly. . . It's a beautiful thing.
Dolly moves are cool.
You want your project to be cool.
I want your project to be cool.
You want the Dana Dolly on your next project.
Seriously though, the Dana Dolly is the perfect combination of dolly and slider. It's smooth and beautiful, but sets up in a snap. This bad boy is rocking a C300, a 70-200 and a Ki Pro Mini, powered by Dionic batteries. All of which are available at f11 Rentals. If you prefer a more conventional dolly setup though, we can accommodate that as well, that's out dolly in the background.