Machina Rentals

Machina Rentals At Machina, we are committed to providing unparalleled support and delivering the right equipment.

05/22/2026

Every production has its own demands.

That’s why our camera inventory is built around flexibility—giving productions access to systems that scale from fast-moving documentary work to full cinematic builds.

Large format. Compact bodies. High frame rates. Modular workflows.
Tools designed to adapt to the pace and precision of modern production.

From ARRI, RED, Sony, Canon, and beyond, Machina keeps a wide range of camera systems ready for commercial, narrative, music video, live event, and branded work alike.

Because the right camera isn’t about excess.
It’s about choosing the system that best supports the image you’re trying to create.

05/15/2026

Diffusion changes more than the image—it changes the feeling behind it.

This latest filter comparison from Charlie, our Lead Rental Coordinator, takes a closer look at how subtle shifts in filtration shape contrast, halation, highlight rolloff, and atmosphere in-camera.

Featured:
• Tiffen Black Pro Mist 1
• Black Pro Mist 1/2
• Black Pro Mist 1/4
• Black Pro Mist 1/8
• Low Contrast 1/2
• Low Contrast 1/8
• Smoque 1

Every production asks for a different texture. Sometimes it’s clean and controlled. Sometimes it’s softness, bloom, and character.

The details matter—and filtration is often where the image starts to become intentional.

Sometimes it’s a stripped-down documentary build. Sometimes it’s a full cinema package with motion control, lighting, gr...
05/06/2026

Sometimes it’s a stripped-down documentary build. Sometimes it’s a full cinema package with motion control, lighting, grip, audio, and everything in between.

Machina was built to support both.

From cameras and lenses to filtration, support, lighting, grip, electric, audio, and production essentials—we keep the tools ready so creatives can stay focused on the work itself.

Quietly prepared. Production ready.

05/01/2026

Some lenses don’t chase perfection — they shape it.

Our Canon FD TLS Rehoused Lens Set takes vintage Canon glass and brings it into a modern workflow, thanks to True Lens Services (TLS). The result: gentle contrast, soft highlight roll-off, and a flare that leans more dreamy than distracting.

What’s in our kit:
• 14mm T2.9
• 15mm T3 Fisheye
• 24mm T1.5
• 28mm T2.1
• 35mm T1.5
• 55mm T1.3
• 85mm T1.3
• 100mm T2.1
• 135mm T2.1
• 50–300mm T4.9

PL-mounted, consistently geared, and built for set — vintage character, without the vintage headaches.

Clean when you need it. Dreamy when you want it.

Good audio travels well.From fast-turn interviews to two-person dialogue and run-and-gun content days, our wireless lav ...
04/22/2026

Good audio travels well.

From fast-turn interviews to two-person dialogue and run-and-gun content days, our wireless lav options are built to keep voices clear and setups simple.

Featuring:
• Hollyland LARK MAX 2-Person Wireless Mic Kit — compact, modern, and creator-friendly
• Sennheiser EK100 / SK100 G3 Wireless Lav Mic Kit (A) — field-proven reliability with classic pro workflow
• RODE Wireless GO II 2-Person Wireless Mic/Recorder Kit — flexible dual-channel audio with onboard recording

Different tools, same goal: clean sound, quick setups, fewer headaches.

Because nobody has ever said, “Don’t worry about the audio.”

04/15/2026

Need movement—without the complexity?

Enter the Grip Dolly. A streamlined solution for smooth, controlled camera motion when speed, space, and efficiency matter.

Why it works:
• Rapid setup, minimal downtime
• Compact footprint for tighter environments
• Clean pushes, pulls, and slides—without the bulk
• Ideal for interviews, product, and controlled narrative work
• Travel-ready when space is limited

Not every move calls for a full track system. Sometimes precision is about choosing the tool that keeps things moving.

Not sure what fits your shot? We’ll help you dial it in.

SmallHD, dialed in.The SmallHD Ultra 5 and SmallHD Ultra 10 bring precision where it counts — whether you’re building li...
04/08/2026

SmallHD, dialed in.

The SmallHD Ultra 5 and SmallHD Ultra 10 bring precision where it counts — whether you’re building light or scaling up.

-Daylight-viewable brightness that holds up on location
-Intuitive PageOS tools for fast, repeatable setups
-Camera control support (with licenses) when you need it
-Compact builds that don’t get in the way of the work

From handheld to video village, they’re built to keep your image consistent and your workflow moving.

Sharp image. Smart tools. No friction.

04/01/2026

Smooth moves, elevated storytelling.

This setup pairs the Cineslider and Cineshooter Roll Axis—unlocking fully dynamic motion with precision, fluidity, and repeatability in every frame.

From subtle product reveals to complex cinematic shots, it’s all about pushing motion control further without compromising control.

Not everything on set needs to be complicated.From the Mini Duz-All Cart to the Grande 4x4 Cart, our grip carts are buil...
03/25/2026

Not everything on set needs to be complicated.

From the Mini Duz-All Cart to the Grande 4x4 Cart, our grip carts are built to do one thing well: keep your setup moving.

Whether you’re organizing stands with the C-Stand Cart Plus, rolling heavier builds on the Muscle Cart, or keeping a compact footprint with the C-Stand High Roller Utility Cart, the goal stays the same — less time managing gear, more time using it.

Simple tools. Real impact. Check them out today.

03/11/2026

More than just a monitor.

With the right licenses, SmallHD Cine 7, SmallHD Indie 5, and SmallHD Indie 7 can also take the wheel.

Adjust exposure, trigger run/stop, manage playback, and tweak camera settings directly from the screen — whether you’re working with RED Komodo-X, RED V-Raptor, or Sony Burano.

Perfect for gimbals, remote builds, or anytime the camera ends up just out of reach.

Because sometimes the fastest way to change a setting…
is not touching the camera at all.

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