Equipment List

Sony Z5U

BCTV’s premiere field camera, the Z5U includes 3 chip image capture and 2 balanced XLR audio inputs that make it ideal for professional shoots. Record to mini DV tape and Compact Flash card in HD or SD. Record Final Cut ready that can be captured in minutes!

 2 kits

Sony PD-170

The Z5U’s Standard Def predecessor, the PD-170 is also a 3 chip camera with dual XLR audio inputs. The Mini DV tape recording allows for 4:3 or anamorphic 16:9 (widescreen).

1 kit

This lightweight camera is perfect for on the go recording, with an intuitive auto override perfect for “point and shoot” productions. Record up to 20 hrs of crisp HD footage at a time. With a high quality shotgun mic and a built in subject light, the Vixia proves impressively adaptable to a variety of shooting environments.

 2 kits

Partner the HVR-MRC1K Compact Flash Recorder with the Z5u or mount it externally on any camera or other device with a DV output to record Final Cut Pro ready files in SD or HD right onto a Compact Flash Card. 

Monopod

Perfect for filming on the move, the monopod offers the mobility of handheld and the stability of a tripod. With a full size pan bar up to 10 pounds of weight mounting, the monopod offers full control and expanded flexibility to any of BCTV’s cameras.

Lavalier Microphone

Also known as Lapel or Tie-Tac mics, these small condenser microphones can inconspicuously clip to your talent's upper body garments. The proximity to the subject these microphones provide offers excellent sound with minimal ambient noise. Lavalier microphones require an XLR connection and 48v of phantom power, making them best suited for interviews.

Handheld Mic

Often referred to as Vocal Mics, these dynamic XLR microphones provide a wide pick up range, don’t require phantom power, and are virtually unbreakable—making them the perfect all purpose mic. Place them on a table or podium for lectures and panels, hand them out to speakers and performers, or partner them with BCTV’s wireless XLR transmitter.

Wireless Microphone Kit

Seinheiser’s G2 wireless kit allows you to mic your subject with a lavalier body pack or connect any self powered microphone to an XLR terminal transmitter. It boasts multiple audio outputs for use with any of BCTV’s cameras and a wide range of frequency settings to avoid interference.

PZM

Also known as Tabletop or Boundary Mics, PZM’s pick up sound waves reflected off a surface, allowing you to evenly mic a series of subjects seated around a table with a single microphone.

Floor Mic Stand

 These durable stands come with weighted bottoms and adjustable goose necks.

Tabletop Mic Stand

When a full size mic stand is more than you need, BCTV's tabletop stands come in handy. Perfect for podiums and panels.

Eurorack Audio Mixer

Light Kit

With a softshell case and a padded strap, these lightweight kits are easyto transport and quick to assemble. Each kit includes a Lowell Omnilight (flood/spot light) and an Ari 150 light (baby spot light). Add dimmers, reflectors, umbrellas, and an assortment of gels to give your production a professional edge.

You can purchase this from BCTV when you pick up your gear at a cost of 60 minutes for $4.00, or supply your own.

Shoot up to 3 hrs of video at a time when you check out any of BCTV's Sony cameras. You can check out one of BCTV's cards at no cost, or you can purchase your own.

Shoot up to 20 hrs of video at a time when you check out either of BCTV's Canon cameras. You can check out one of BCTV's cards at no cost, or you can purchase your own.