Allerton Avenue Pictures

Professional DV Film Production


 DV Filming Rental Package

Get a true 24P shooting AND a better picture quality. The Canon XL2 has been completely redesigned from the XL1 and incorporates higher image quality in the 16:9 widescreen format and is optimized for filmmaking. With its new design, the total effective pixel area far exceeds the Panasonic DVX100, giving it a much better picture quality than the panasonic and the previous XL1 and XL1S models (see the Canon XL2 Watchdog site for specific comparisons).

CAMERA SPECS

Canon XL2

525 horitonzal lines
Three 1/3" CCDs
460,000 effective pixels in 16:9 mode
 For more extensive specifications, take a look at the Canon USA website.

Our DV Equipment package has everything you need to create your DV film project, including an experienced DP/cinematographer and equipment. You can then choose to edit the tape yourself, or have us edit your project on our Final Cut Pro HD system at competitvely priced hourly rates. You are responsible for the location of the shooting - a studio, your home, or an outdoor location. Any costs for the rental of a shooting location, or for any required permits, will be your responsibility. We can assist you in getting information on securing locations.

Our DV filming package includes:
  • Experienced DV Director of Photography/Cinematographer
  • Canon XL2 digital 24P video camera
  • Bogen Manfrotto fluid head tripod
  • Tracking dolly
  • AT835b shotgun microphone with 10-foot boom
  • 9" color JVC production monitor
  • 2300 watt lighting system (5 lights with color correction, diffusion and ND filters, reflectors, etc.)
  • Marker slate and Expendables (mark tape, gaff tape, etc.)