Cardinal Films Ltd.

At Cardinal Films Ltd., I personally own a comprehensive range of high-quality camera, lighting, and lens equipment to meet the needs of many projects. However, my strong relationships with leading camera rental houses and industry professionals enable me to access a broad array of specialised equipment tailored to the unique demands of each production. While my personal kit reflects my core equipment choices, I always ensure to provide the most suitable and up-to-date gear for any project, depending on the specific requirements. Below is a detailed list of the equipment I own and regularly use, along with some additional equipment options available through trusted rental partners.

Camera Package:

• Sony FX6 Full Frame Camera Kit: Learn More about the Sony FX6 Camera

  • High-performance 4K camera with exceptional low-light capabilities and versatile shooting options.

  • Zacuto Ratical Eye Viewfinder for precise focus and monitoring.

  • Tilta Cage & Handheld Kit for optimal handling and protection.

  • Tilta 3-Stage Mattebox to control lens flare and manage filters.

  • IDX V-Lock Battery Kit (4x Batteries & Charger) ensuring power reliability.

  • Portkeys 5” Onboard Monitor with camera control for direct adjustments.

  • TV Logic 7” FH7 mk2 Monitor for high-quality monitoring.

  • Tilta Nucleus M Wireless Focus System (2x Motors) for precise, wireless control of focus.

  • Optional Cross-Hire Equipment:

    • Teradek Wireless Video Kit for live video streaming and on-set monitoring.

Lens Package:

• Ironglass MK1 Rehoused Cine Lenses (PL Mount) Learn More about Ironglass Mk1 Lenses

  • 20mm / T3.5 MIR 20M

  • 28mm / T3.5 MIR 10A

  • 37mm / T2.8 MIR 1B

  • 58mm / T2 HELIOS 44-2

  • 85mm / T2 JUPITER-9

  • 135mm / T2.8 TAIR-11A

• Laowa 12mm / T2.9 Zero-D Cine PL Mount for wide-angle, distortion-free shots. More info on Laowa lenses

• Lensbaby Composer II Pro PL Mount

  • Sweet 35mm Optic / f2.5 (circular spot of focus surrounded by blur)

  • Sweet 50mm Optic / f2.5 (circular spot of focus surrounded by blur)

  • Twist 60mm Optic / f2.5 (central focus area surrounded by twisty bokeh)

    More Information on Lensbaby

Filter Package:

• Formatt HiTech Cine Filters (Brand Ambassador) Learn More about Formatt Hitech Cinema Filters

  • Diffusion Filters:

    • Soft Gold 1/4 & 1/8

    • Soft Silver 1/4 & 1/8

    • Soft White 1/4 & 1/8

    • Cine K35 Filter (Vintage Look) 1/2, 1/4 & 1/8

  • Linear Polariser:

  • ND Filters:

    • 0.6 ND

    • 0.9 ND

    • 1.2 ND

Lighting Package:

All lighting can be wirelessly controlled via the Sidus Link App. Learn More about Aputure Lighting

• Aputure LS 600D x1 (plus F10 Fresnel head attachment with barn doors) for powerful daylight-balanced lighting.

• Aputure MT Pro Tube Lights x2 for flexible and colorful lighting options.

• Aputure MC Eye Lights x4 for compact, versatile lighting.

• Aputure B7C Bulb Lights x2 for ambient lighting and creativity.

• Amaran T4C 4’ Tube Light x1 for wide, soft light coverage.

  • Lighting C-Stands w/ Arms x2 for stability and flexible positioning.

  • Smoke/Haze Machine for mood and atmospheric effects.

  • Large Assortment of Lighting Gels & Blackout Fabric for lighting control and color correction.

• Lightbridge GO Set CRLS Cine Reflector Mirrors for precise light shaping. More info on Lightbridge GO Kit

Data & Post-Production:

• Apple MacBook Pro M3 (18GB) with Liquid Retina XDR Display (macOS Sonoma v14.4)

  • PreVis Pro: Previsualization & Storyboarding Software for early planning and shot composition. Learn More

  • PolyCam: 3D Modeling via LiDAR and Photogrammetry for location and set recces, enhancing storyboarding. Learn More

  • Da Vinci Resolve Studio: Full edit and color grading capabilities for professional post-production workflows. Learn More

  • Storage & Data:

    • Lacie 5TB Hard Drive (ExFAT) for high-speed data transfer and storage.

    • Sony TOUGH CF Express Type A Cards (160GB x2, 80GB x1) for high-performance media storage.

Consumables:

A variety of essential consumables gathered throughout my years of experience in the industry, including:

• Gaffer Tape, Clamps, Batteries, Extension Cords, Cable Ties, and more.

For more information or to discuss your specific needs, feel free to reach out via the contact details above. I look forward to collaborating on your next project!