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March 16th, 2023
As a photographer, you know the importance of having the right equipment to capture the perfect shot. But investing in high-quality equipment can be expensive, especially if you’re just starting out. That’s where renting photography equipment comes in. Here at DTC, we offer a wide range of photo-related equipment for rent, including Profoto packs; light […]
January 31st, 2023
Are you looking for a simple but time-tested filming equipment checklist for beginner filmmakers? We’ve put together a list of 12 filming equipment pieces that will get you started on your first film productions. This list is pared down to the film equipment we consider the essentials of a starter filming kit. We also include […]
December 21st, 2022
We know from personal experience how valuable a grip truck is to a film production team. We offer a variety of grip truck rental packages for teams to rent when they’re working in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this post, we’re sharing the key advantages of a grip truck, and how you can estimate […]
December 12th, 2022
We recently shared that LED film lights are the most popular lights on the market right now, and Aputure does an incredible job meeting the varying needs of film production crews. The company was started by filmmakers and videographers who wanted to blend affordability with the qualities of professional-grade equipment. The result is the Amaran […]
December 12th, 2022
We recently shared that LED film lights are the most popular lights on the market right now, and Aputure does an incredible job meeting the varying needs of film production crews. The company was started by filmmakers and videographers who wanted to blend affordability with the qualities of professional-grade equipment. The result is the Amaran […]
December 1st, 2022
We feel very fortunate to have a front row seat for spotting the latest lighting rental trends. Fielding rental orders from production crews in the Bay Area gives us a unique insight into what is most popular on-site. As a production pro yourself, we thought you might be interested in learning about the lighting rental […]
November 22nd, 2022
We deeply admire how cinematic production has evolved over time, and like many movie enthusiasts, we appreciate the special glow in older films that’s so characteristic of retro lighting. Although we’re best known for carrying the latest in film production equipment rentals, we also carry a small inventory of retro lighting for those looking to […]
November 9th, 2022
You’ve done the work: your research is done, and you’re ready to call in that film equipment rental for your next San Francisco Bay Area film production. It’s very likely your film equipment rental list includes a mix of camera support, lighting, and grip equipment. May we make a small suggestion? As you prepare to […]
March 16th, 2023
As a photographer, you know the importance of having the right equipment to capture the perfect shot. But investing in high-quality equipment can be expensive, especially if you’re just starting out. That’s where renting photography equipment comes in. Here at DTC, we offer a wide range of photo-related equipment for rent, including Profoto packs; light […]
January 31st, 2023
Are you looking for a simple but time-tested filming equipment checklist for beginner filmmakers? We’ve put together a list of 12 filming equipment pieces that will get you started on your first film productions. This list is pared down to the film equipment we consider the essentials of a starter filming kit. We also include […]
December 21st, 2022
We know from personal experience how valuable a grip truck is to a film production team. We offer a variety of grip truck rental packages for teams to rent when they’re working in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this post, we’re sharing the key advantages of a grip truck, and how you can estimate […]
November 2nd, 2022
Film trucks, or grip trucks, are the make-or-break “tool kits” for grip teams that need to hit the ground running on their latest production set. With careful planning, film trucks are well-stocked with all the essentials a team will need. So when work takes your team to a distant location (like our beautiful home, the […]
We are pleased to announce that
DTC Lighting & Grip is now CFG Rental Group LLC!