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Camera Support Systems
Professional camera support equipment for your New York production.
Here is how this works in practice. Camera support systems have tripods, fluid heads, sliders, jibs, dollies, and stabilization rigs that enable smooth, controlled camera movement. The right support gear is key for achieving the visual language a director and cinematographer envision for each scene.
Here is the short of it. We source camera support systems ranging from lightweight travel kits to heavy-duty studio dollies and crane systems. Our team sets up with local grip and camera rental houses to make sure compatible, well-kept support gear arrives on set tested and ready for your specific camera package.
Capabilities
Support Equipment
Complete camera support solutions from tripods to Technocranes.
Professional Support Solutions
Capabilities
Our Process
Shot Requirements
Knowing your camera movement needs, shot complexity, and location constraints.
Equipment Selection
Recommending optimal support gear based on camera weight, lens selection, and shooting style.
Prep & Testing
Thorough preparation and testing of all gear to make sure perfect operation.
Production Support
Tech support, operators, and backup gear ready across your shoot.
On Location
Camera support gear matched to New York set conditions
Here is how the work lines up. Camera support work in New York moves between very different floor conditions on any given week — the polished cyc walls and sprung wood at Silvercup, Steiner, and Kaufman Astoria, the rough loft floors of a Williamsburg conversion, the cobblestone of a DUMBO or Tribeca exterior, and the long marble corridors of a Manhattan landmark interior pulled through MOME's permit office.
Here is what that looks like on the ground. Our rental planning routes through AbelCine LIC, Panavision NY, ARRI Rental NY (CSC), TCS Cine Services Greenpoint, and Adorama Rental Co at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, with grip and dolly inventory drawn from Eastern Effects in Gowanus and Stockwell Inc. In Brooklyn. The head shelf carries O'Connor 2575D and 1030D fluid heads for full ARRI Alexa builds, Sachtler Video 25 and Cine 30 HD for the mid-weight Sony Venice rigs, and Sachtler FSB for the lighter FX9 and FX6 documentary configurations — capacity matched to the actual head-loaded weight including matte box, FF motors, and onboard recorders.
Here is how the picture comes together. Dolly inventory pulls from Chapman/Leonard's Northeast yard. The Fisher dolly inventory at Eastern Effects. PeeWee IV, Hybrid IV, Hustler IV, and Super Hustler for the bigger pushes, with straight and curved track in lengths configured per scene so a single Lower East Side sidewalk pass does not get blocked on a tile-change.
Here is what we have to work with. Steadicam and gimbal support is bookable alongside Local 600 SOC-credentialed ops — full Tiffen Steadicam M1 and Master Series sleds for traditional work, DJI Ronin 2 and Freefly MoVI Pro for electronic stabilization, MK-V AR for vest hybrid rigs, and Easyrig Vario 5 plus serene-arm setups for the handheld endurance days episodic dialogue work demands. Remote heads run from Mōvi Pro and Ronin 2 for crane and car work up to Scorpio and Libra heads for the technocrane shots that Manhattan rooftop and Hudson River car sequences need. Prep, testing, and on-set tech support run through the shoot day from our coordinator.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What tripod heads do you recommend?
Here is the breakdown. For cinema cameras, we recommend O'Connor 2575 or Sachtler Video 25 for their smooth movement and reliability. For lighter setups, the Sachtler FSB series gives great performance. We match head capacity to your camera and lens package.
Can you provide dolly with track?
Yes, we supply complete dolly packages including dolly, track (straight and curved), and all needed accessories. We give many track systems to suit different floor conditions and shot needs.
Do you provide operators with equipment?
Yes, we can give skilled dolly grips, Steadicam operators, and crane technicians with the gear. Having skilled operators makes sure you get the most from specialized support gear.
What about remote heads?
We give remote heads including Scorpio and Mōvi Pro for crane and car work. Remote heads enable precise camera control during complex movements where direct operation isn't possible.
Can you handle heavy camera packages?
Yes, our support systems accommodate cinema cameras from RED and ARRI with full accessories, cine lenses, and wireless follow focus. We make sure proper head and tripod capacity for your complete camera build.
What stabilization options are available?
We give full Steadicam systems for traditional operator work, gimbal systems like Ronin and MōVI for electronic stabilization, and Easyrig support for handheld shooting comfort.
Related Services
Productions in New York that need this often pair it with Camera Equipment Rental, Lens Filters, and Cinema Lens Kits for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Grip Equipment and Lighting Equipment Rental.
On Set
Need Camera Support?
Tell us about your shot requirements and we'll provide the right support equipment.