London Camera Hire
We hire working Mini Dv camcorders or non-working Mini DV cameras for props.
We have a wide selection of vintage camcorders and video cameras available for hire, perfect for creating an authentic 1980s, 1990s or early-2000s look. Our range includes many classic VHS, VHS-C and Mini DV camcorders, with both working cameras for filming and non-working cameras for use as props.
We can also professionally transfer your recorded footage to ProRes, MP4, H.264 or virtually any digital file format, ready for editing or delivery. Ideal for films, TV productions, music videos, commercials, photography and events where you need a genuine period camera and authentic retro video look.
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Early 2000's
This Sony Mini DV camcorder is compact, really easy to use and perfect for creating that classic early digital video look. We hire fully working Mini DV camcorders for filming, or they can be supplied as non-working prop cameras for film, TV and events. Mini DV tape stock is also available to buy, and once you've finished filming, we can transfer your footage into virtually any digital file format.
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Early 2000's
This Samsung Handycam is compact, simple to use and ideal for creating that classic home-video camcorder look. We hire fully working camcorders for filming, or they can be supplied as non-working prop cameras for film, TV and events. Tape stock is also available to buy where required, and once you've finished filming, we can transfer your footage into any digital file format.
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Early 2000's
This Sony Mini DV PC21 camcorder is small, lightweight and really easy to use, making it perfect for creating that classic early-2000s Mini DV look. We hire fully working camcorders for filming, or they can be supplied as non-working prop cameras for film, TV and events. Mini DV tape stock is also available to buy, and once you've finished filming, we can transfer your footage into any digital file format.
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Early 2000's
This Sony Mini DV 33E camcorder is compact, lightweight and simple to use, making it ideal for creating that classic early-2000s Mini DV look. We hire fully working camcorders for filming, or they can be supplied as non-working prop cameras for film, TV and events. Mini DV tape stock is also available to buy, and once you've finished filming, we can transfer your footage into any digital file format.
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Released 2000
The Sony DSR-PD150, introduced in 2000, became a go-to professional Mini DV/DVCAM camcorder for broadcast, documentary and event filming. It has that unmistakable early-2000s professional video look. We hire working PD150s for filming or as non-working props, with Mini DV tape stock also available.
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Released 2005
The Sony HDR-FX1, introduced in 2004, was one of Sony’s first HDV camcorders and became a popular choice for professional and semi-professional filming. It has a distinctive mid-2000s HD video look and is ideal for period productions. Available as a working camera or non-working prop.
We SELL tape stock and offer a TAPE > FILE transfer service
We transfer Mini DV, VHS, VHS-C and HDV tapes to modern digital file formats, including ProRes, MP4, H.264 or virtually any format you require. Whether you need footage for editing, archiving, broadcast or simply to preserve old recordings, we can supply high-quality digital files ready to view, store or edit.
Tape transfer serviceGive us a call and we'll match the right camera, tape stock and transfer service.