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Specialty Camera Rigs
Advanced rigging solutions for your Chinese production.
Specialty rigs are purpose-built vehicle platforms designed for mounting cameras and capturing dynamic driving, chase, and motion sequences. From Russian arms and camera cars to process trailers and insert vehicles, these rigs enable complex moving shots that would be impossible with standard equipment.
We source specialty camera rigs and vehicles from experienced local operators who understand the safety and technical requirements of vehicle-mounted filming. Our team coordinates rig availability, technical specifications, and logistics to ensure your unit can capture dynamic vehicular sequences safely and efficiently.
Capabilities
Specialty Equipment
Vehicle rigs, cable systems, motion control, and custom solutions.
Advanced Rigging Solutions
Capabilities
Our Process
Shot Consultation
Understanding your vision and discussing the specific shots you need to achieve.
Rig Selection
Recommending the right specialty equipment and rigging solutions for your shots.
Safety Planning
Comprehensive safety planning and risk assessment for specialty rig operation.
Execution Support
Experienced operators and technicians to ensure safe, successful execution.
On Location
Russian arms, DJI aerial and cable-cam rigs across Chinese productions
Specialty rigs in China sit at a unique intersection. DJI is headquartered in Shenzhen and the country is the world's dominant manufacturer of cinema-grade drones. DJI Inspire 3, Mavic 3 Cine and Ronin 4D aerial and gimbal kits are stocked deeply at Beijing and Shanghai rental houses with same-day or next-morning access. Chapman/Leonard cranes, Action Group and Filmotechnic Russian Arms, MovieBird and Pegasus telescopic cranes, and Cineflex or Shotover helicopter mounts are rarer locally and typically imported per-project under China Customs ATA carnets from Korea, Japan or Brazil.
Here is how this works in practice. Our rental team manages the customs paperwork, in-country logistics and bonded warehouse handoffs that keep these rigs landing on schedule. Cable cam, wire-cam and motion-control systems support the precision rig demands of Chinese tech-product photography. DJI, Huawei, Xiaomi and OPPO launches routinely commission Bolt-style arms for repeatable VFX-grade moves on tight studio schedules.
Operation in China brings regulatory layers most foreign productions underestimate. CAAC (Civil Aviation Administration of China) drone permits are mandatory for any aerial work, with no-fly zones around Beijing, military installations and provincial airports needing weeks of lead time and licensed Chinese drone pilots on every flight. Action-vehicle work near Tiananmen Square, the Bund or Forbidden City demands Public Security Bureau coordination plus Cultural Relics Bureau sign-off.
The picture on the ground is more specific. Our rental team pairs rigs with experienced Chinese operators carrying CAAC certifications and the local language to brief safety officers, runs risk assessments aligned with Chinese on-set safety regulations, and coordinates insurance, bonded transport between locations and live support through wrap for the inevitable schedule slip.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicle rigs do you provide?
We supply Russian arms, pursuit arms, and complete chase car setups for vehicle work. Our rigs accommodate various camera packages and provide smooth, dynamic movement while shooting driving sequences.
Can you provide cable cam systems?
Yes, we offer cable cam and wire cam systems for aerial coverage. These can span various distances and heights, providing smooth horizontal and vertical movement for sports, events, and film production.
What motion control options are available?
We provide motion control systems including programmable heads and Bolt-style arms for precise, repeatable camera movements. These are essential for VFX work, product shots, and complex choreographed sequences.
Do you build custom rigs?
Yes, our grip and rigging team can design and build custom mounting solutions for unique shot requirements. From POV cameras to crash housings, we create solutions for shots that standard equipment can't achieve.
Do you provide operators?
Yes, specialty rigs require experienced operators for safe, effective use. We provide skilled technicians who understand both the equipment and the safety requirements for specialty rigging work.
What about safety and insurance?
Safety is paramount with specialty rigs. We conduct thorough risk assessments, provide appropriate safety equipment, and ensure all rigging work meets Chinese safety regulations. Comprehensive insurance is available.
Related Services
Productions in China that need this often pair it with Production Vehicles for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Grip Equipment and Power Distribution Systems.
On Set
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