Filmtools has had its internet arms open to the USA exclusively for many years. We feel that it is time to test the waters, so to speak, and we’d like to start with some of the best human beings in the world … the Australians and the film makers of New Zealand. We hope [...]
Filmtools Gripper 115 In-Car Windshield Camera Mount
Finally, an affordable forward-looking Camera Mount that’s versitile and solid.
The Filmtools Gripper 115 Vacuum Cup Camera Mount mounts on windshields, windows or any non-porous surface by pumping the plunger on the vacuum cup until the red ring is no longer visible. This vacuum will support a 50 pound load, even though the actual camera [...]
#3 Grip Clip: 3203 Pony Clamp with Baby 5/8″ Pin
The 3203 Pony Clamp has been a favorite tool of gaffers, prop masters, grips, and camera assistants in the motion picture inductry for many years. Filmtools has created an “added value” to it by bolting a 5/8″ Baby Pin to it. Now the industry’s favorite clamp can be utilized as a rigging clamp and you [...]
Society of Camera Operators 2008 Lifetime Achievement Awards
Filmtools is proud to have participated in the S.O.C. 2008 Lifetime Achievement Awards as a Silver Sponsor.
We applaud the honorees.
Lifetime Honorees
Governors’ Award… Joe Dunton, MBE, BSC
President’s Award…Robert Primes, ASC
Camera Operator…Mitch Dubin, SOC
Camera Technician…Scott Rathner
Mobile Camera Platform Operator…Larry McConkey, SOC
Still Photographer…François Duhamel, SMPSP
Distinguished Service Award… George Spiro Dibie, [...]
Red One Demo Day at Filmtools: February 23, 2008
Red One Demo Day!
Filmtools & All-in-one-Truck are holding a Red One Demo Day February 23rd from 11:00am until 4:00pm at Filmtools, 1400 Burbank Blvd, Burbank, CA. If you would like to shoot one of two Red One Cameras, bring your own eSATA or firewire drive (formated for Mac) and take the footage home.No lectures, no [...]
Filmtools steps into the Green Machine: Aptera TYP-1H
February 6, 2008- Burbank, CA: Filmtools has received confirmation that it will be receiving the 1134th Aptera TYP-1H Hybrid Car in late 2008. Filmtools chose the Aptera over other vehicles because of it’s sleek lines and awesome gas mileage (300 mpg). Filmtools currently uses a former Galpin Studio Rentals Cube Van for [...]
Filmtools #7 Stubby Straight Blade Screwdriver
Filmtools has just purchased the last batch of the Swiss made palm-sized #7 screwdrivers. These fit most all camera tie down screws found on quick release plates and bridge plates. It fits in your pocket, or Lindcraft AC Pouch.
The T-handle fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, empowering your wrist and forearm to create [...]
