Maximize Your Budget: Rent Essential Equipment Abroad (Important)
When planning a project that involves shooting in Japan, we highly recommend that international production teams rent essential equipment such as cameras and lenses in their home countries before traveling. There are two primary reasons for this advice:
- Cost-efficiency: Renting cameras and other core equipment in Japan can be considerably more expensive compared to Western rental dealers. Prices can be multiple times higher, and insurance coverage is often not as comprehensive.
- Shipping concerns: We suggest focusing on renting support equipment, lighting, and grip gear in Japan, as these items tend to be bulky and may incur substantial shipping costs. By renting only the necessary items that are difficult or expensive to transport, your production will save both time and money.
By following this strategy, you can maximize your budget and ensure a smoother production experience while filming in Japan.
Your One-Stop Solution for High-Quality Equipment Rental
At DFS Productions, we offer a wide range of equipment rental services to suit your production needs. Our services are exclusively available in combination with our crew dispatch services, such as Assistant Camera (AC) and Gaffer. The equipment categories available depend on the crew service you choose.
Simple Reservation and Utilization Process
To rent equipment from DFS Productions, first, decide which crew dispatch service you'll be using. Then, refer to our equipment list to see the available equipment for that service. Notify us of the equipment you'd like to rent, and we'll provide a quote. Our dispatched crew will handle the equipment pick-up, return, and management during the shoot, so there's no need to submit identification documents in advance. However, we reserve the right to refuse requests that pose a risk of damaging or losing equipment.
Discounts for Long-Term Rentals
Benefit from our competitive long-term rental discounts on equipment owned by DFS Productions. We offer the following discounts for extended rental periods:
- Rent for 7 days, pay for 5 days: When you rent equipment for a full week, you'll only pay for 5 days, receiving a 28.6% discount on the total rental fee.
- Rent for 14 days, pay for 10 days: For a two-week rental, you'll only pay for 10 days, resulting in a 28.6% discount on the total rental fee.
- Rent for 21 days, pay for 15 days: Enjoy a 28.6% discount on the total rental fee when you rent equipment for three weeks, paying for just 15 days.
These attractive long-term rental discounts will help you reduce your production costs while still benefiting from our high-quality equipment and services. Please note that these discounts are applicable only when renting equipment owned by DFS Productions, in combination with our crew dispatch services. Discounts do not apply to equipment rented through local dealers.
Comprehensive Insurance and Damage Policies
Our dispatched crew will manage the safety of the equipment during the shooting period. Therefore, insurance fees are generally included in the rental fees. However, we may refuse requests that pose a risk of damaging or losing equipment, and we ask that you follow our crew's instructions. For example, we will not accommodate requests to drop an expensive camera from a cliff.
Customer Support
For equipment usage and troubleshooting, our dispatched DFS crew will provide support.
Professional Equipment Rental for Your Japan-based Production
Flexible, High-Quality Gear Solutions in Osaka and the Kansai Region
Comprehensive Equipment Rental Options with Crew Dispatch Services
At DFS Productions, we offer a wide variety of high-quality equipment rental options when you choose our crew dispatch services. Our rental options are tailored to the specific services you require, ensuring you have access to the right gear for your project.
- With AC services: When you hire an AC from DFS Productions, you can rent equipment from various categories, including cameras, lenses, lighting, grip, and other essential accessories. This ensures that your production team has access to the right tools for a smooth and successful shoot.
- With Gaffer services: Hiring a gaffer from DFS Productions allows you to rent specialized lighting equipment to enhance the visual quality of your production. Our gaffers are knowledgeable about the latest lighting techniques and will help you achieve the desired look for your project.
DFS Productions is dedicated to providing you with the best possible equipment and crew options to ensure a successful and efficient production experience in Osaka and the Kansai region.
Equipment Rental List
With AC services
Camera Catagory
Type | Item Name | Quantity | Item Number | Price (1 day) | accessories |
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Cinema | Canon EOS C300 Mark II | 1 | C-001 | $85 | Monitor Unit, AC adapter , 2 x batteries, charger |
Mirrorless | Sony a7S Mark II | 1 | C-002 | $25 | 4 x batteries, charger, EF lens adapter, on-camera Rode mic |
Action | GoPro HERO 8 BLACK | 1 | C-003 | $15 | 4 x batteries, charger |
360 | GoPro MAX | 1 | C-004 | $15 | 4 x batteries, charger |
Lens Category
Category | Item Name | Quantity | Item Number | Price (1 day) | accessories |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Wide zoom | Canon 16-35mm f/2.8L II | 1 | L-001 | $25 | |
Normal zoom | Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L II | 1 | L-002 | $25 | |
Telephoto zoom | Canon 70-200mm f/2.8L II | 1 | L-003 | $25 | |
Macro prime | Canon 100mm f/2.8L Macro | 1 | L-004 | $20 | |
Wide prime | Sony FE 28mm f/2 | 1 | L-005 | $5 | |
Telephoto zoom | Sigma 150-500mm f5-6.3 | 1 | L-006 | $10 |
Support Category
Category | Item Name | Quantity | Item Number | Price (1 day) | accessories |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tripod | Sachtler Tripod FSB6 | 1 | S-001 | $20 | |
Gimbal | DJI RS2 (combo) | 1 | S-002 | $40 | |
Hi Hat | Manfrotto Hi Hat with 100mm Bowl | 1 | S-003 | $10 | |
Slider | Manfrotto Slider | 1 | S-004 | $10 |
Video Monitoring Systems
Category | Item Name | Quantity | Item Number | Price (1 day) | accessories |
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On-camera recording monitor | Shogun Inferno | 1 | V-001 | $10 | AC adapter, 4 x batteries, charger, 1x hdmi or BMC cables |
SDI & HDMI Wireless Video Transfer System | Hollyland Mars 400s Pro | 1 | V-002 | $15 | 4 x batteries, 1x hdmi or BMC cables |
Lighting Category
Category | Item Name | Quantity | Item Number | Price (1 day) | accessories |
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LED Monolight | Aputure COB 300D Mark Il | 1 | A-001 | $35 | 1x stands, 1 x softbox |
LED Monolight | Smallrig 120D | 1 | A-002 | $15 | 1x stands, 1 x softbox |
LED Monolight | Aputure LS 60X | 1 | A-003 | $10 | 1x stands, 1 x softbox |
Pocket-Sized LED | Aputure AL-M9 | 2 | A-004 | $5 | - |
LED Light Panel | Genaray SpectroLED Studio 500 Bi-Color | 3 | A-005 | $5 | 1x stands per head |
Spot LED | Genaray Torpedo Portable Daylight | 3 | A-006 | $10 | 1x stands per head |
With Gaffer services
Lighting Category
Category | Item Name | Quantity | Item Number | Price (1 day) | accessories |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
LED Monolight | Aputure COB 300D Mark Il | 1 | A-001 | $35 | 1x stands, 1 x softbox |
LED Monolight | Smallrig 120D | 1 | A-002 | $15 | 1x stands, 1 x softbox |
LED Monolight | Aputure LS 60X | 1 | A-003 | $10 | 1x stands, 1 x softbox |
Pocket-Sized LED | Aputure AL-M9 | 2 | A-004 | $5 | - |
LED Light Panel | Genaray SpectroLED Studio 500 Bi-Color | 3 | A-005 | $5 | 1x stands per head |
Spot LED | Genaray Torpedo Portable Daylight | 3 | A-006 | $10 | 1x stands per head |
At DFS Productions, we are committed to providing a seamless and professional experience for your film production needs in the Kansai region. From our comprehensive equipment rental options to our dedicated crew services, we're here to ensure your project is a success. Don't hesitate to reach out to us with any questions or to request a quote for our services. Let's work together to bring your vision to life in Japan.
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