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VMI offers a range of Easyrig systems, so you can select the one best-suited for your production. We support your filming, and your back.

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We're always upgrading our arsenal with new camera systems such as Canon's CR-N500 PTZ, industry-adored lenses like Cooke SP3 Primes & Atlas Mercury Primes, and other forms of equipment to help empower your productions.

Check out the rest of our latest equipment at vmi.tv/new-equipment/

Jack Hebditch Wins VMI Award for Best Cinematography at University of Portsmouth The University of Portsmouth proudly announces that Jack Hebditch has been awarded the annual VMI Award for Best Cinematography for 2025. Jack’s fantastic work on the emotionally driven short film … R...

This year's University of Portsmouth BA Film Production Graduation Prize, sponsored by VMI, for “Best Cinematography in a Short Film” went to Jack Palladino Hebditch for his amazing work on the short film Alma. 🎉

Learn more about Alma and the award at: vmi.tv/blog/news/ja...

A white background, with two boards made of polystyrene titled "Sustainable alternatives to polyboards."

Titled 'Sustainable alternatives to polyboards,' five various square and rectangular reflector and bounce boards are displayed.

A red background, with large text, reading: 'VMI celebrates 3 years of not supplying poly board. Polyboards have long been an industry-standard because of their cost and effectiveness, but the polystyrene material renders them environmentally unfriendly. VMI supplies sustainable alternatives."

Polyboards have long been an industry-standard because of their cost and effectiveness, but the polystyrene material renders them environmentally unfriendly. VMI supplies sustainable alternatives, with products such as Manfrotto's Lastolite range.

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Check out our latest PTZ showcase with Canon, where we exhibited how Canon PTZ cameras can be integrated into different productions and multi-camera set-ups.

Since early 2022, our solar array has achieved the equivalent to planting 965 trees, by saving 58T of CO2! 🌲

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#sustainability #sustainablebusines

The Evolving Landscape of the Camera Rental Sector (Jun24 Update) Challenges, Opportunities, and Optimism for the Future By Barry Bassett & STUART NEATE, Directors, VMI.TV Ltd The production kit rental sector has faced an unprecedented period of uncertainty, disrupt...

The production kit rental sector has faced an unprecedented period of uncertainty, disruption, and transformation in recent years.

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Sony’s Cinema Line has become an icon in the world of digital cinema. It’s more than just a collection of cameras; it’s a philosophical commitment to empower creators and push the boundaries of what’s visually possible.

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Excited to announce that VMI has been featured in British Cinematographer for their June edition for our proactive steps we have taken to create an eco-friendly industry.

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Excited to announce that VMI is now an accredited Living Wage Employer for 8 years.

KIFF'25 6-8 June, Kingston this weekend.

No aeroplanes are required, as this festival is held here in London, this weekend!

VMI has supported KIFF since its inception 4 years ago. Watch 75 films over 3 days in 4 venues in Kingston. What's not to like!

EVENT: www.kiffest.uk

Super Slow Motion - Reinvented We all remember the super slow motion shot of the Great White Shark Attack from Planet Earth’s first episode “From Pole to Pole”, back in 2006. Super slow motion, which … Read more

We all remember the super slow motion shot of the Great White Shark Attack from Planet Earth’s first episode “From Pole to Pole”, back in 2006.

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Do you know a Honka Bonka from an FO? Or know what to do with a Turtle? How about being insulted or impressed to be called a DFI?

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VMI plans to fully offset its 2024 emissions in order to remain Albert-certified Carbon Neutral.

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The production kit rental sector has faced significant upheaval in recent years, with numerous companies shutting their doors.

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Canon PTZ Workshop has been postponed until the 18th June.

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Is AI really changing how we do things in TV. Here is a brief discussion on whether SORA is an AI revolution, or artistic regression.

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Full day free workshop on how to make the most from using the Canon PTZ camera system.

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DMX-controlled portable haze/smoke machine with a 60-second warm-up, minimal noise, internal timer, and haze-density control, makes it ideal for TV productions, enhancing light and laser effects. Up to 50 hours of continuous output from a 2-litre canister.

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Inspired by the Cooke Speed Panchro look, the Cooke SP3 full-frame primes are lightweight, designed for mirrorless cameras. The native Sony E-mount suits FX-6, FX-9, Burano, and Venice, delivering the legendary "Cooke Look" in a compact 500g form.

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Netflix's Adolescence skilfully shot very long scenes with the Ronin 4D. Want to know more? Anticipating more interest in these incredible 6k/8k cameras with built-in 4-axis gimbals, VMI has announced workshops to be held on 29 April –

Apply now for free tickets. vmi.tv/events/

BAFTA-nominated cinematographer Frank Madone has added another exciting project to his portfolio—Peaked, a comedy pilot from Boffola Pictures/Channel 4, has been nominated for a BAFTA Short Form award! With over 130 programmes nominated, the prestigious event will take place on Sunday, 11 May 2025.

We really enjoying DP Rob Wilton delivering Mini LF workshops at VMI!

Bentley Productions testing for series 25 of Midsomer Murders. You may not realise that VMI have supplied 12 series of Midsomers – I’m surprised that they have found anyone else to murder!

Deep Focus and forced perspective- what you need to know about MikroMak Primes.

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CALLING all filmmakers, producers, content creators alike!

We are ALL about celebrating, promoting and providing top quality affordable equipment for the independent UK TV and media industry.

We want to see what you can do with our gear!

#tv #rental #uk #film #music #drama #content #television

Just arrived: Infinity Photo-Optical Nelsonian MikroMak Probe 8-Lens Prime Kit PL Mount, creating deep focus and forced perspective for close-up work.

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The first set in the UK!

Amandaland Series 1 cameras supplied by VMI, it's great to support British drama!

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Equine Prods backs a winner with VMI Sports documentaries are never a dead cert. They are edge of the seat productions for filmmakers who can never be sure they’ll have a compelling story to sell once the … Read more

Equine Prods backs a winner with @freeflysystems Ember -- interview and copy written for @vmitv with thanks @EquineP vmi.tv/blog/product...