Patrons

Thank you to our patrons

Our work is made possible by the generous support of our patrons.

Companies associated with the camera department and specifically the camera operator can become Patrons of the ACO.

Companies may apply to become a Patron and if considered eligible by the Board an invitation will be sent.

Patron companies have no voting rights.

The current subscription is £1,000.00 a year.

Arri Rental

ARRI Rental offers a wide array of camera, lighting, and grip equipment for filmmaking and broadcasting projects, complemented by custom technology solutions.

Bright Tangerine

Bright Tangerine build camera accessories that remove barriers to great filmmaking, including matte boxes, cages, rigging & support.

Cadrage

Cadrage offers a director's viewfinder app for iPhone & iPad, enhancing filmmaking with shot planning and visualisation tools.

Camera Revolution

Camera Revolution provides film and TV equipment rentals, including remote heads, rigs, camera accessories, and grip gear for professional use.

Creative Vision Finance

CVF redefines finance with a unique approach, leveraging 30+ years in media and entertainment to offer tailored, quick financing solutions beyond traditional banking limits.

CVP

CVP Group has been a top provider of video solutions in the UK and Europe for 30+ years, focusing on customer service, sales advice, and technical support.

Fujifilm

Fujifilm UK offers a wide range of products including digital cameras, healthcare solutions, graphic arts, optical devices, and more, aiming for innovation in a healthier, sustainable society.

Hollyland Europe GmbH

Hollyland is a leading provider of wireless lavalier microphone, video transmission, and intercom system solutions for various video production

Kodak

Kodak is a global technology company focused on print and advanced materials & chemicals, serving various industries with innovative and sustainable solutions.

Our highly trained aerial filming crews have years of experience delivering high-end cinematography projects. Marzano Films has been priviledged to have provided the aerial filming crew for some of the most incredible action-packed, iconic movies of the 21st Century including productions such as Black Hawk Down, multiple Mission Impossible and James Bond outings and a selection of Marvel/Disney productions including titles from the Star Wars stories.The latest advanced technologies in aerial cinematography that we have provided have helped many of the films we've been involved with, go on to become Oscar and BAFTA award winning successes.If there is a particular project that you'd like to know more about, click on the project's 'View Project' link or better still, call us for more in-depth insights.

Mo-Sys

Mo-Sys provides cutting-edge virtual production solutions and camera robotics for the film, HETV, and broadcast industries, leveraging over 20 years of expertise.

No Drama

No Drama is a UK-based rental house specialising in digital cinema camera, grip, and video playback systems hire for film, TV, and commercials.

OConnor

OConnor specialises in creating fluid heads and tripods for cinematography, known for smooth movement and robust design, catering to professional filmmakers' precision needs.

One Stop Films

One Stop Films specialises in camera lens rentals in London, offering a wide range of digital and film cameras, anamorphic and spherical lenses, and unique optics for various filming needs.

Optical Support

Optical Support is the UK's leading camera stabilizing & lens specialist for over 25 years, offering tailored services for productions of all budgets.

Panavision

Panavision UK provides filmmaking gear rentals, including cameras and lenses, with global support.

Pro Vision

ProVision, owned by ITV Studios, offers equipment hire for film & TV from bases in Leeds, Manchester, and London, specialising in camera, lighting, sound, and grip gear.

Ratcliffes

Ratcliffes offers specialised media insurance for various roles within the media industry, covering equipment, liability, and more, tailored for individuals and businesses.

RD Studios

RD Studios offers over 45,000 sq ft of film production space in London, with five sound stages and post-production facilities.

RED

RED Digital Cinema creates high-end professional cinema cameras, known for their advanced imaging and global shutter sensors.

Rexy Wheels

Rexy is a small family-run business based out of a shed in West London. All our products are hand-assembled here in the UK, and are manufactured using the best materials to the highest standard.Now for a bit of backstory...My name is Rob, I have been working as a Libra Head Technician in the film industry for over 10 years. Libra Heads have one of the best reputations in the industry. They have been mounted on everything from cranes and cars to boats and wire-rigs, and they have been used on nearly every major film franchise for the last 25 years. As a Libra Technician, I have spent a lot of time next to the best camera operators in the world. The one thing they all agree on is that operating a camera with hand wheels is the best way to consistently achieve a smooth camera move. However, learning to practice operating with hand wheels has always been inaccessible to most people... until now.During the lock-down of 2020, when I had a lot of time on our hands, I decided to make my own set of hand wheels in my shed, using the resources I had available. This was primarily an old computer mouse, some rubber bands and a few off-cuts of ply wood. It was crude and a bit unwieldy, but it did what was needed. As it was based on a USB mouse, I could input it into a computer and control the cursor instead of a camera. Once this was working, all I had to do now was find some games to play. Over the next few months I found a good variety of games that really helped with to improve my operating. I knew I was on to something, but it was a long way from being a finished product. It would have ended there if it hadn't been for my father-in-law John Brazier. John is the real brains behind Rexy. He was writing code for computers before most of us were born. He worked at CERN before it became the LHC, and if you know what that means, you'll understand how impressive it is. Luckily for me, he is also semi-retired and enjoys a new challenge. Over the past year we have spent many hours discussing this particular challenge, and together we have developed the Rexy Pico PCB. This is the circuit board at the heart of Rexy Wheels that receives all the different inputs, and then outputs it to your computer like a regular mouse. As well as designing the physical boards, John has also written all the code from scratch. The resulting product is uncompromising in its performance. The Raspberry Pico at the heart of Rexy has dual-core processors that keeps the encoders and switch inputs completely separate, giving it an insanely fast response time and completely smooth signal output. The firmware has 16 different configurations that allow users to customise it to their needs. Most importantly, John and I will continue to develop the Rexy firmware as new requirements arise. If you have any ideas for new features, please get in touch and we will try to accommodate the most popular suggestions. The third (and most important) person behind the Rexy brand is my long-suffering wife Kirsty. She has patiently watched me develop endless prototypes, and still constantly encourages me to keep going. She has also been instrumental in developing the brand identity and marketing materials, as well as all the shipping and handling. There would be no Rexy without her. She is also an awesome mum to our daughter Ruby, who may well be the youngest person to try gaming with handwheels - 'cos you gotta start 'em young!Please explore our website and social media. We are a small company with big ambitions, and we hope to establish a community of like-minded Rexy gamers, who share new games and compete to get high scores. One day we hope to have Rexy gaming leagues with prizes, so get practicing because it's about to to get very competitive!

Ronford Baker

For over 50 years Ronford Baker have manufactured Academy Award winning tripods and fluid heads. Here you will find details of all our camera support equipment including Billet Bazookas, Rolling Spiders, Track, Grip Equipment and Film & Video Accessories.

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