Shoot Blue
We are an independent camera & lighting equipment rental house based in London, UK, supplying cutting-edge, creative tools for filmmakers and digital content producers.
Shoot Blue was established in 2008 with just one camera, two employees and a somewhat vague “scribbled on a napkin” inkling of an idea that we might have a go at renting things out. Since that time, we have grown to where we stand today, with double digit numbers of both cameras and staff as well as facilitating several hundred client rentals per month.
Shoot Blue
We are an independent camera & lighting equipment rental house based in London, UK, supplying cutting-edge, creative tools for filmmakers and digital content producers.
Shoot Blue was established in 2008 with just one camera, two employees and a somewhat vague “scribbled on a napkin” inkling of an idea that we might have a go at renting things out. Since that time, we have grown to where we are today, with double digit numbers of cameras and staff as well as facilitating several hundred rentals per month.
In addition to the cameras, we have also offer an extensive range of lenses, grip and lighting equipment in our hire stock. With a lean towards large-sensor, digital cinematography style production, our rental portfolio reflects the latest trends and most innovative equipment for film, television and media content production. And for many of our clients, we are their one-stop, go-to supplier for all things camera and lighting.
If you asked us to summarise the very ethos of Shoot Blue into just a few words that inform our thinking for every hire it would be “great kit, great service”. We are committed to continual improvement so that you, as our client, can always expect to receive the very highest level of service. You can count on us for reliable, well maintained equipment, expert advice and excellent customer support in all areas of our rental operation.
If you like the sound of things so far, you can sign up for a rental account here or get in touch with our bookings team to discuss your requirement.
Our inventory of hire equipment includes digital cinematography camera and lenses for both Super 35 and Full-Frame production, along with a comprehensive range of camera accessories, grip, power and audio equipment.
In addition, we have dedicated film lighting department that can supply anything from a simple three-point interview lighting kit through to an entire lighting package for a film or drama production – and everything in between.
Before every single hire, we have a thorough inspection and testing process for all equipment to ensure it is reliable, correctly calibrated so that it will work flawlessly on your shoot. Many maintenance and repair procedures are also performed in-house, with several members of our technical team having specialist skills in areas such as lens testing and adjustment.
Key equipment manufacturers we stock include ARRI, Sony, Canon, Zeiss, Cooke, Angenenux, Fujinon, Leica & RED.
Our inventory of hire equipment includes digital cinematography camera and lenses for both Super 35 and Full-Frame production, along with a comprehensive range of camera accessories, grip, power and audio equipment.
In addition, we have dedicated film lighting department that can supply anything from a simple three-point interview lighting kit through to an entire lighting package for a film or drama production – and everything in between.
Before every single hire, we have a thorough inspection and testing process for all equipment to ensure it is reliable, correctly calibrated so that it will work flawlessly on your shoot. Many maintenance and repair procedures are also performed in-house, with several members of our technical team having specialist skills in areas such as lens testing and adjustment.
Key equipment manufacturers we stock include ARRI, Sony, Canon, Zeiss, Cooke, Angenenux, Fujinon, Leica & RED.
Our people
Having the ability to supply the latest camera and lighting technology is not the whole picture. It’s also our people who make a real difference.
Our people
But having the ability to supply the latest camera and lighting technology is not the whole picture. It’s also our people who make a real difference.
Work with us and you’ll find that our team have a talent in ensuring that your production runs smoothly. From your first, initial contact with our bookings desk, through to the kit preparation process and liaising with technical support, we’ll always go that extra mile to look after your requirements.
And no matter how big or small those requirements might be, whether you are looking to hire a single video cable or a whole truck (or two) of equipment, you’ll experience the same high level of client service from us at all times.
That is to say we’ll always strive to be friendly, responsive and enthusiastic. And when you need it, offer you dependable advice and product knowledge.
We believe that it’s getting these details right, that more often than not, matters just as much as the equipment.
Our clients
We support the technical production requirements for a diverse range of clients working across film, television, commercials and digital content creation.
Our extensive client base includes production companies, broadcasters, advertising, marketing and creative agencies as well as individual freelancers and crew. Please take a look at our credits page to view some of the projects that we have worked on.
Whilst many of our clients are UK-based, we also regularly provide rental equipment for international productions looking to shoot in London as well as further afield. Often this can involve going beyond just equipment dry-hire, and when required we can help with crew, ancillary production facilities and logistical planning.
Our clients come in all shapes and sizes, and whether you are looking for just a few items or have a complex, large-scale production requirement, we will always try to offer a solution and to be flexible around your needs.
Shoot Blue holds ‘BBC Approved’ status for the supply of camera equipment and is an Albert Sustainable Supplier – read our environmental policy here
We support the technical production requirements for a diverse range of clients working across film, television, commercials and digital content creation.
Our extensive client base includes production companies, broadcasters, advertising, marketing and creative agencies as well as individual freelancers and crew. Please take a look at our credits page to view some of the projects that we have worked on.
Whilst many of our clients are UK-based, we also regularly provide rental equipment for international productions looking to shoot in London as well as further afield. Often this can involve going beyond just equipment dry-hire, and when required we can help with crew, ancillary production facilities and logistical planning.
Our clients come in all shapes and sizes, and whether you are looking for just a few items or have a complex, large-scale production requirement, we will always try to offer a solution and to be flexible around your needs.
Shoot Blue holds ‘BBC Approved’ status for the supply of camera equipment and is an Albert Sustainable Supplier – read our environmental policy here
