At Procam Take 2, we provide digital cinematography and motion picture equipment rental, camera hire, kit hire, lighting hire, audio hire, grip hire and much more in London, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, Edinburgh and New York. We can deliver hired camera equipment around the world.
EXPERTISE
Procam Take 2 is Europe’s leading camera, grip and lighting equipment rental facility. Across its 30-year heritage, PT2 has supported award-winning feature films, dramas, commercials, music videos and multi-camera live productions filmed in the UK and internationally.
COLLABORATION
On-going consultation is part of Procam Take 2’s service to all its clients. From the first call through to the delivery of equipment and crew, its highly-experienced rental team closely collaborates with you to provide bespoke solutions that suit your production needs.
COMMITMENT
Procam Take 2 is committed to setting the benchmark for exceptional service. As well as stocking the latest in camera technology, Procam Take 2's entire rental inventory of camera, grip and lighting equipment is thoroughly tested and rigorously maintained by its highly-trained team of engineers and technicians.
We recognise that every production is different with specific requirements, so each project we take on is afforded individual attention.
We also provide hands-on camera training and camera testing facilities at our headquarters, led by our professionals working in the industry. Come and prep your kit in our bespoke client test areas before you shoot for peace of mind.
CAMERA HIRE
We hire all of the best, cutting-edge camera and lenses, including large format and super 35mm equipment like the ARRI Alexa Mini LF, ARRI Alexa Plus, ARRI Alexa Mini, ARRI Amira, RED WEAPON 8K S35 HELIUM, Sony VENICE, Sony F55 (Sony PMW-F55), Sony FX9 (Sony PXW-FX9), Sony FS7 MKI and MKII, Canon C500 MKII, in addition to 16mm and 35mm film cameras such as the ARRIFLEX 416, ARRI SR3, ARRI 235, ARRI 435, ARRI LT and ARRI ST.
LENS HIRE
We have a wide range of spherical and anamorphic full frame and super 35mm lenses from leading manufacturers for rental including Cooke lenses, Angenieux lenses, HAWK lenses, Leitz lenses and Zeiss lenses. Our most popular prime lens sets include the Cooke S4, Zeiss Superspeeds (High Speed T1.3), and Sigma High Speed Prime lenses. We also have vintage lenses available for hire including TLS rehoused Canon K35 prime lenses, Cooke Speed Panchro II (Cooke S2 primes) lenses, TLS rehoused Kowa Cine Prominars, and Zeiss Uncoated Prime lenses.
GRIP HIRE
Our grip hire equipment includes cranes, dollies, sliders, tripods, gimbals, Easy Rigs and jibs. Popular grip items available for rental include the Ronford 6ft Camera Slider, Matthews Doorway Dolly, O’Connor 2575 Tripod Head, Ronford Heavy Duty Tall and Short Legs, Chapman Super PeeWee Dolly, Easy Rig Vario 5 with Flowcine Serene, DJI Ronin 2 and MoVI Pro Gimbal.
In addition to the above, we also supply:
Procam Take 2’s Projects division plans, supports and executes large-scale productions in collaboration with some of the UK's top production companies and event organisers. The Projects department was established in 2016 to provide bespoke technical support to facilitate filming television programmes and live music events, focussing on acquisition through multi-camera cinematic camera formats and lenses. Our multidisciplinary team has a wealth of knowledge of technical and project management experience in managing production budgets and technical and personnel requirements for complex, award-winning shows.
Our multi-camera credits include the filming of Dermot Kennedy – Some Summer Night at The Natural History Museum, Niall Horan – Live at The Royal Albert Hall, Dua Lipa Studio 2054, Glastonbury Festival – Live at Worthy Farm, An Audience with Adele at The London Palladium and Later … With Jools Holland.
PT2’s outside broadcast vehicle fleet comprises the UK's largest cinematic facing double-expanding OB truck (OB1), a compact cine OB vehicle (OB2), and a mobile production office (OB3) - all equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and crewed by experienced engineers and technicians.
Procam Take 2's certified engineers are equipped with the facilities, knowledge, and expertise to maintain and repair commonly used grip and lighting equipment such as ARRI, Kino Flo, Sachtler, OConnor, Dedolight and Litepanels.
From troubleshooting to full repair, our team is ready to handle your enquiry, and we understand the fast-paced nature of the industry and the importance of quick turnaround times. We offer competitive pricing and ensure your equipment is returned clean and in excellent operating condition.
We offer repairs and servicing on a range of lighting products including HMI lights, LED lights, tungsten lights, lighting stands, as well as smaller lighting grip accessories such as magic arms and super K clamps. Our grip services include: tripod head and legs servicing and repair, pedestal servicing and repair, EasyRig servicing and repair, camera jib servicing and repair, camera dolly servicing and repair, and camera slider servicing and repair.
Visit our Service Centre web page to get a quote.
Procam Take 2 Manchester office is based in Manchester M17 1GA postcode.
Well known landmarks close to Procam Take 2 Manchester include Media City and Old Trafford.
If coming to Procam Take 2 Manchester from London, you can travel directly from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly. Train duration is 2h 8 min (5 stops).
Car
We are conveniently located close to Manchester City Centre. Our building is less than 1 mile from Media City, with easy access to junctions 9/10 of the M60 motorway.
Train
All the train stations are operated by Northern Rail
– Ashburys Train Station
Manchester, Greater Manchester, M12 5BY
– Gorton Train Station
Manchester, Greater Manchester, M11 1WN
– Belle Vue Train Station
Manchester, Greater Manchester, M18 1AA
– Fairfield Train Station
Tameside, Greater Manchester, M43 6TT
– Ardwick Train Station
Manchester, Greater Manchester, M12 6LY
– Manchester Piccadilly Train Station
Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
– Manchester Oxford Road Train Station
Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
Cycle and Motorcycle
Anyone travelling to Procam Take 2 Manchester site by bicycle or motorcycle can park on site.
Other Locations
We also have camera, lighting and grip equipment rental hubs in:
Delivery
Procam Take 2 Manchester delivers to a wide range of Manchester post codes, below is a list of Postal areas we serve:
M1, M2, M3, M4, M5, M6, M7, M8, M9, M10, M11, M12, M13, M14, M15, M16, M17, M18, M19, M20, M21, M22, M23, M24, M25, M26, M27, M28, M29, M30, M31, M32, M33, M34, M35, M36, M37, M38, M39, M40, M41, M43, M44, M45, M46, M60, M90
NEW DATES - Film Loading Workshops at PT2 London Monday 15th May 2023
Want to get hands-on film loading experience? Join us for an intensive 2-day film-loading workshop and learn the basics of film loading, handling, stock control, documentation, and lab liaison.
