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VMI is an award-winning rental company which supplies digital camera packages for features, dramas, commercials & documentaries, the way our clients want them.
Based in London and Bristol (UK) - Albert-certified carbon-neutral
https://vmi.tv
Based in London and Bristol (UK) - Albert-certified carbon-neutral
https://vmi.tv
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August 14, 2025 at 8:07 AM
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VMI offers a range of Easyrig systems, so you can select the one best-suited for your production. We support your filming, and your back.
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Available at: vmi.tv/product-cate...
August 6, 2025 at 9:40 AM
VMI offers a range of Easyrig systems, so you can select the one best-suited for your production. We support your filming, and your back.
Available at: vmi.tv/product-cate...
Available at: vmi.tv/product-cate...
We're always upgrading our arsenal with new camera systems such as Canon's CR-N500 PTZ, industry-adored lenses like Cooke SP3 Primes & Atlas Mercury Primes, and other forms of equipment to help empower your productions.
Check out the rest of our latest equipment at vmi.tv/new-equipment/
Check out the rest of our latest equipment at vmi.tv/new-equipment/
New Equipment
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July 30, 2025 at 8:08 AM
We're always upgrading our arsenal with new camera systems such as Canon's CR-N500 PTZ, industry-adored lenses like Cooke SP3 Primes & Atlas Mercury Primes, and other forms of equipment to help empower your productions.
Check out the rest of our latest equipment at vmi.tv/new-equipment/
Check out the rest of our latest equipment at vmi.tv/new-equipment/
This year's University of Portsmouth BA Film Production Graduation Prize, sponsored by VMI, for “Best Cinematography in a Short Film” went to Jack Palladino Hebditch for his amazing work on the short film Alma. 🎉
Learn more about Alma and the award at: vmi.tv/blog/news/ja...
Learn more about Alma and the award at: vmi.tv/blog/news/ja...
Jack Hebditch Wins VMI Award for Best Cinematography at University of Portsmouth
The University of Portsmouth proudly announces that Jack Hebditch has been awarded the annual VMI Award for Best Cinematography for 2025. Jack’s fantastic work on the emotionally driven short film … R...
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July 17, 2025 at 8:26 AM
This year's University of Portsmouth BA Film Production Graduation Prize, sponsored by VMI, for “Best Cinematography in a Short Film” went to Jack Palladino Hebditch for his amazing work on the short film Alma. 🎉
Learn more about Alma and the award at: vmi.tv/blog/news/ja...
Learn more about Alma and the award at: vmi.tv/blog/news/ja...
Polyboards have long been an industry-standard because of their cost and effectiveness, but the polystyrene material renders them environmentally unfriendly. VMI supplies sustainable alternatives, with products such as Manfrotto's Lastolite range.
Learn more: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
Learn more: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
July 11, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Polyboards have long been an industry-standard because of their cost and effectiveness, but the polystyrene material renders them environmentally unfriendly. VMI supplies sustainable alternatives, with products such as Manfrotto's Lastolite range.
Learn more: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
Learn more: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
Check out our latest PTZ showcase with Canon, where we exhibited how Canon PTZ cameras can be integrated into different productions and multi-camera set-ups.
July 8, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Check out our latest PTZ showcase with Canon, where we exhibited how Canon PTZ cameras can be integrated into different productions and multi-camera set-ups.
Since early 2022, our solar array has achieved the equivalent to planting 965 trees, by saving 58T of CO2! 🌲
To view the live feed, click here: lnkd.in/eaHcwdEn
#sustainability #sustainablebusines
To view the live feed, click here: lnkd.in/eaHcwdEn
#sustainability #sustainablebusines
July 7, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Since early 2022, our solar array has achieved the equivalent to planting 965 trees, by saving 58T of CO2! 🌲
To view the live feed, click here: lnkd.in/eaHcwdEn
#sustainability #sustainablebusines
To view the live feed, click here: lnkd.in/eaHcwdEn
#sustainability #sustainablebusines
The production kit rental sector has faced an unprecedented period of uncertainty, disruption, and transformation in recent years.
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Read Now: vmi.tv/blog/news/th...
The Evolving Landscape of the Camera Rental Sector (Jun24 Update)
Challenges, Opportunities, and Optimism for the Future By Barry Bassett & STUART NEATE, Directors, VMI.TV Ltd The production kit rental sector has faced an unprecedented period of uncertainty, disrupt...
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June 24, 2025 at 9:34 AM
The production kit rental sector has faced an unprecedented period of uncertainty, disruption, and transformation in recent years.
Read Now: vmi.tv/blog/news/th...
Read Now: vmi.tv/blog/news/th...
Sony’s Cinema Line has become an icon in the world of digital cinema. It’s more than just a collection of cameras; it’s a philosophical commitment to empower creators and push the boundaries of what’s visually possible.
Read Now: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
Read Now: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
June 16, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Sony’s Cinema Line has become an icon in the world of digital cinema. It’s more than just a collection of cameras; it’s a philosophical commitment to empower creators and push the boundaries of what’s visually possible.
Read Now: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
Read Now: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
Excited to announce that VMI has been featured in British Cinematographer for their June edition for our proactive steps we have taken to create an eco-friendly industry.
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Read Now: vmi.tv/blog/news/vm...
June 13, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Excited to announce that VMI has been featured in British Cinematographer for their June edition for our proactive steps we have taken to create an eco-friendly industry.
Read Now: vmi.tv/blog/news/vm...
Read Now: vmi.tv/blog/news/vm...
Excited to announce that VMI is now an accredited Living Wage Employer for 8 years.
June 10, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Excited to announce that VMI is now an accredited Living Wage Employer for 8 years.
KIFF'25 6-8 June, Kingston this weekend.
No aeroplanes are required, as this festival is held here in London, this weekend!
VMI has supported KIFF since its inception 4 years ago. Watch 75 films over 3 days in 4 venues in Kingston. What's not to like!
EVENT: www.kiffest.uk
No aeroplanes are required, as this festival is held here in London, this weekend!
VMI has supported KIFF since its inception 4 years ago. Watch 75 films over 3 days in 4 venues in Kingston. What's not to like!
EVENT: www.kiffest.uk
June 5, 2025 at 2:16 PM
KIFF'25 6-8 June, Kingston this weekend.
No aeroplanes are required, as this festival is held here in London, this weekend!
VMI has supported KIFF since its inception 4 years ago. Watch 75 films over 3 days in 4 venues in Kingston. What's not to like!
EVENT: www.kiffest.uk
No aeroplanes are required, as this festival is held here in London, this weekend!
VMI has supported KIFF since its inception 4 years ago. Watch 75 films over 3 days in 4 venues in Kingston. What's not to like!
EVENT: www.kiffest.uk
We all remember the super slow motion shot of the Great White Shark Attack from Planet Earth’s first episode “From Pole to Pole”, back in 2006.
READ NOW: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
READ NOW: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
Super Slow Motion - Reinvented
We all remember the super slow motion shot of the Great White Shark Attack from Planet Earth’s first episode “From Pole to Pole”, back in 2006. Super slow motion, which … Read more
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June 2, 2025 at 9:40 AM
We all remember the super slow motion shot of the Great White Shark Attack from Planet Earth’s first episode “From Pole to Pole”, back in 2006.
READ NOW: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
READ NOW: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
Do you know a Honka Bonka from an FO? Or know what to do with a Turtle? How about being insulted or impressed to be called a DFI?
READ NOW: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
READ NOW: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
May 28, 2025 at 7:40 AM
Do you know a Honka Bonka from an FO? Or know what to do with a Turtle? How about being insulted or impressed to be called a DFI?
READ NOW: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
READ NOW: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
VMI plans to fully offset its 2024 emissions in order to remain Albert-certified Carbon Neutral.
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VOTE: www.surveymonkey.com/r/VMI_2025_V...
May 22, 2025 at 10:09 AM
VMI plans to fully offset its 2024 emissions in order to remain Albert-certified Carbon Neutral.
VOTE: www.surveymonkey.com/r/VMI_2025_V...
VOTE: www.surveymonkey.com/r/VMI_2025_V...
The production kit rental sector has faced significant upheaval in recent years, with numerous companies shutting their doors.
Read Now: vmi.tv/blog/news/th...
Read Now: vmi.tv/blog/news/th...
May 19, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The production kit rental sector has faced significant upheaval in recent years, with numerous companies shutting their doors.
Read Now: vmi.tv/blog/news/th...
Read Now: vmi.tv/blog/news/th...
May 8, 2025 at 7:23 AM
Is AI really changing how we do things in TV. Here is a brief discussion on whether SORA is an AI revolution, or artistic regression.
READ: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
READ: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
April 30, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Is AI really changing how we do things in TV. Here is a brief discussion on whether SORA is an AI revolution, or artistic regression.
READ: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
READ: vmi.tv/blog/learn-h...
Full day free workshop on how to make the most from using the Canon PTZ camera system.
Book Now: vmi.tv/event/vmi-ca...
Book Now: vmi.tv/event/vmi-ca...
April 25, 2025 at 8:43 AM
Full day free workshop on how to make the most from using the Canon PTZ camera system.
Book Now: vmi.tv/event/vmi-ca...
Book Now: vmi.tv/event/vmi-ca...
DMX-controlled portable haze/smoke machine with a 60-second warm-up, minimal noise, internal timer, and haze-density control, makes it ideal for TV productions, enhancing light and laser effects. Up to 50 hours of continuous output from a 2-litre canister.
Hire Now: vmi.tv/equipment/lo...
Hire Now: vmi.tv/equipment/lo...
April 15, 2025 at 2:29 PM
DMX-controlled portable haze/smoke machine with a 60-second warm-up, minimal noise, internal timer, and haze-density control, makes it ideal for TV productions, enhancing light and laser effects. Up to 50 hours of continuous output from a 2-litre canister.
Hire Now: vmi.tv/equipment/lo...
Hire Now: vmi.tv/equipment/lo...
Inspired by the Cooke Speed Panchro look, the Cooke SP3 full-frame primes are lightweight, designed for mirrorless cameras. The native Sony E-mount suits FX-6, FX-9, Burano, and Venice, delivering the legendary "Cooke Look" in a compact 500g form.
Hire Now: vmi.tv/equipment/sp...
Hire Now: vmi.tv/equipment/sp...
April 10, 2025 at 8:39 AM
Inspired by the Cooke Speed Panchro look, the Cooke SP3 full-frame primes are lightweight, designed for mirrorless cameras. The native Sony E-mount suits FX-6, FX-9, Burano, and Venice, delivering the legendary "Cooke Look" in a compact 500g form.
Hire Now: vmi.tv/equipment/sp...
Hire Now: vmi.tv/equipment/sp...
Netflix's Adolescence skilfully shot very long scenes with the Ronin 4D. Want to know more? Anticipating more interest in these incredible 6k/8k cameras with built-in 4-axis gimbals, VMI has announced workshops to be held on 29 April –
Apply now for free tickets. vmi.tv/events/
Apply now for free tickets. vmi.tv/events/
April 8, 2025 at 9:12 AM
Netflix's Adolescence skilfully shot very long scenes with the Ronin 4D. Want to know more? Anticipating more interest in these incredible 6k/8k cameras with built-in 4-axis gimbals, VMI has announced workshops to be held on 29 April –
Apply now for free tickets. vmi.tv/events/
Apply now for free tickets. vmi.tv/events/
BAFTA-nominated cinematographer Frank Madone has added another exciting project to his portfolio—Peaked, a comedy pilot from Boffola Pictures/Channel 4, has been nominated for a BAFTA Short Form award! With over 130 programmes nominated, the prestigious event will take place on Sunday, 11 May 2025.
March 31, 2025 at 1:55 PM
BAFTA-nominated cinematographer Frank Madone has added another exciting project to his portfolio—Peaked, a comedy pilot from Boffola Pictures/Channel 4, has been nominated for a BAFTA Short Form award! With over 130 programmes nominated, the prestigious event will take place on Sunday, 11 May 2025.
We really enjoying DP Rob Wilton delivering Mini LF workshops at VMI!
March 28, 2025 at 8:14 AM
We really enjoying DP Rob Wilton delivering Mini LF workshops at VMI!
Bentley Productions testing for series 25 of Midsomer Murders. You may not realise that VMI have supplied 12 series of Midsomers – I’m surprised that they have found anyone else to murder!
March 21, 2025 at 8:33 AM
Bentley Productions testing for series 25 of Midsomer Murders. You may not realise that VMI have supplied 12 series of Midsomers – I’m surprised that they have found anyone else to murder!