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Carl Zeiss CP.2 Super Speed Lens Kit
May 2013
This lens set includes 5 compact prime lenses 21/25/35/50/85mm, of the highest quality for use with a variety of cameras ranging from HDSLR to professional cinema cameras covering full frame sensor format...read more.
An invitation to experience the Leica S System
May 2013
Experience the innovation of Leica S-System, Broncolor’s latest equipment and the services offered by Direct Photographic in a fabulous studio environment...read more.
Broncolor Scoro S 3200J Flash Packs for London and Paris
May 2013
Broncolor’s new flagship model the Scoro S 3200j flash pack is now available to rent from Direct Photographic in both London and Paris...read more.
Profoto - Pro B4 1000J Kit c/w 2 x Li-Ion B4 Batteries
May 2013
Direct Photographic are extremely excited to introduce the new hotly anticipated B4 battery operated flash system from Profoto...read more.
John Wright - Louis Vuitton
April 2013
Shot at Motel Studios, London E2, 'Check-In, Check-Out' features the Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer collection as directed by John Wright against a graphic universe created in collaboration with French conceptual artist Daniel Buren...read more.
Leica S System - Exclusive to Direct Photographic
April 2013
Being chosen by Leica as their exclusive UK rental partner has given Direct Photographic countless opportunities to explore the advantages of this system and our helpful team will be more than happy to demonstrate or talk through the new system with you...read more.
Direct Assist Evening 27th March 2013
April 2013
The latest in our exclusive series of Direct Assist networking events took place just before Easter at our studio partner, Studio Spaces, in London E1...read more.
Does The Broncolor Para 330 FB Measure Up?
April 2013
The Broncolor Para 330 FB is a huge parabolic reflector standing at 3 metres 30 cm tall. As an experiment, we decided to see just how much power we could push through such a large light source...read more.
Douglas Fisher – Guinness Six Nations Rugby
April 2013
On a cold and wet day in December Direct Photographic were thrilled to be working again with Douglas Fisher and Making Pictures shooting a dynamic campaign for the six nations rugby tournament sponsored by Guinness...read more.
Taking Care of Business - Whatever the Budget
March 2013
Occasionally we’re asked by customers if we can offer a discount for low budget and editorial shoots. With this in mind, we’re now offering a great deal on our older Pro 7 and Broncolor Grafit packs...read more.
Briese Visit
March 2013
Last month Steve Knight, Lloyd Barker and Jean-Christophe Jesupret (General Manager, Direct Photographic Paris) met in Hamburg to visit Mr Briese to find out what equipment the industry leading manufacturer has in the pipeline....read more.
Our French Website Has Been Given A Complete Overhaul
March 2013
Following recent investment and expansion at Direct Photographic Paris, we’ve given our website a smart upgrade to properly showcase the newly extended selection of professional equipment we have to offer...read more.
Background paper offer: Buy three get one free
February 2013
For a limited time only we are offering you a fantastic deal on all our background papers - purchase three rolls of paper and, we’ll throw in another one completely free of charge, in any colour you chose...read more.
Dean Chalkley - Cath Kidston ‘Best In Show’
February 2013
Photographer Dean Chalkley was recently commissioned to shoot the Cath Kidston ‘Best in Show’ campaign...read more.
Direct Photographic - Paris
February 2013
As another year begins we are delighted to report on recent investment and expansion at our Paris operation...read more.
Confidence With Studio Lighting Workshop
January 2013
We’ve got together with renowned photographer Julia Boggio to create this specialised lighting workshop, to teach and inspire confidence using Broncolor studio lighting and to help discover just why lighting is so important...read more.
Lite Panels MiniPlus 5600K Flood light
January 2013
The Lite Panels MiniPlus 5600K Flood light is a compact, portable LED solution for those needing a powerful but unobtrusive light source...read more.
Broncolor Para 88
January 2013
A new addition to our reflector range, the Broncolor Para 88 reflector has been designed as an ‘open-platform’ and comes with speedrings to attach both Broncolor and Profoto heads...read more.
Canon P for Production
January 2013
Direct Photographic supplied camera and lighting equipment to P for Production for their Canon Malaysia EOS 60D commercial. ...read more.
Merlin Steadicam 2
December 2012
A new addition to our range of image capture equipment is the Steadicam Merlin 2. This stabilising compact support system has a unique dual extended weight system that greatly increases inertial stability and is perfectly suited to DSLR shooters...read more.
New Lighting Grip
December 2012
At Direct Photographic we are serious about the quality and variety of the equipment we offer, right across our product range.
We are pleased to have recently introduced a wealth of new items to our inventory, including the upgrade of several key items within our Grip Department....read more.
December Opening Hours
December 2012
Please note our revised opening hours for December. May we take this opportunity to wish you a Merry Christmas and the very best for the coming year...read more.
Yuval Hen – How to Spend It
December 2012
Photographer Yuval Hen was recently commissioned to shoot a mixed media story for the Financial Times which included shooting stills and video incorporating high speed photography for a slow motion effect...read more.
Sunbeam Studios – Leona Lewis
December 2012
Direct Photographic were pleased to work again with our Studio Partner Sunbeam Studios on the launch shoot for Leona Lewis’s new album Glassheart...read more.
John Wright – Louis Vuitton
November 2012
Direct Photographic were pleased to work again with John Wright and his team at Motel Studios based in E2 on their latest project 'Pret-a-Porters' which was directed by John Wright for Louis Vuitton...more details.
Photokina – A Report by Lloyd Barker, Technical Manager
November 2012
Lloyd Barker, our Technical Manager, reports his findings from this years Photokina...more details.
Gary Burchell – British Action Academy
November 2012
Direct Photographic were pleased to work again with Gary Burchell and his team on their latest commission for the 'The British Action Academy'. The BAA are the UK’s leading professional screen action training organisation and all the performers in the shoot are their students...more details.
Profoto Continuous Kits - Special Offer
October 2012
The latest introduction to our HD DSLR Camera range is the new Nikon D800E. A 36.3 Megapixel Full Frame sensor with Full HD Recording capability, it promises the photographer a wealth of features and possibilities...more details.
Nick Knight – Midas Touch Shoot for British Vogue for the London 2012 Olympics Closing Ceremony
September 2012
Direct Photographic were pleased to work again with Nick Knight and his team on the latest September issue of British Vogue’s Midas Touch shoot, which formed part of the spectacular London 2012 Olympics closing ceremony...read more.
Kino Flo BarFly 200D
September 2012
To complement our growing range of HD camera equipment, Direct Photographic have taken delivery of two new HD Camera Support systems designed and manufactured by ARRI for use with either the Canon C300 or DSLR camera systems...read on for more details.
Broncolor Briese
September 2012
We have a great selection of stylists, wardrobe and location equipment available to rent which we thought you might not be aware of...read on for more details.
Photokina
September 2012
Cologne is once again gearing up to host Photokina - the photographic industry’s premier gathering...read more.
Dirk Rees – Under Armour
September 2012
When Photographer Dirk Rees undertook shooting the entire Tottenham Football team on location for their new kit sponsor, he contacted Direct Photographic to discuss the complexity of his shoot...read more.
New Studio Partner - Studio Spaces
September 2012
Direct Photographic are pleased to introduce its latest Studio Partner, Studio Spaces...read more.
Nikon D800E + MB-D12 Battery Grip
August 2012
The latest introduction to our HD DSLR Camera range is the new Nikon D800E. A 36.3 Megapixel Full Frame sensor with Full HD Recording capability, it promises the photographer a wealth of features and possibilities...more details.
Stuart Weston - Altered States
August 2012
Join us on the 5th September 2012 to get hands on with the latest S System camera from Leica...read more.
Arri 'Ready to Shoot' HD Camera Rigs
August 2012
To complement our growing range of HD camera equipment, Direct Photographic have taken delivery of two new HD Camera Support systems designed and manufactured by ARRI for use with either the Canon C300 or DSLR camera systems...read on for more details.
Leica S-System Open Day
August 2012
Join us on the 5th September 2012 to get hands on with the latest
S-System camera from Leica...read more.
Stylists, Wardrobe & Location Equipment
August 2012
We have a great selection of stylists, wardrobe and location equipment available to rent which we thought you might not be aware of...read on for more details.
Rick Guest - British Airways 'They Will Fly'
August 2012
Direct Photographic were pleased to work once again with photographer Rick Guest on the recent Olympic 2012 campaign “They Will Fly” for British Airways...read more.
Profoto Continuous Lights
July 2012
Fresh in this month from Profoto, we are pleased to offer their new continuous lights and accessories...read more.
Sony PCM-D50 Linear PCM Recorder
July 2012
This compact recording device is the perfect addition to any one of our HD DSLR Camera Kits allowing far greater flexibility and management of sound...read more.
Steve Harries - Gymnast: In Motion
June 2012
Direct Photographic in conjunction with Panalux recently supplied camera equipment, Broncolor flash, 120kw of continuous lighting, cabling, stands and distribution equipment for photographer and director Steve Harries’ ambitious film “Gymnast – In Motion”...read more.
Harman Kardon Go + Play II Speaker Dock
June 2012
The Harman Kardon Go + Play™ II is a high quality portable loudspeaker system delivering thunderous base with rich full spectrum sound...read more.
Alan Mahon - Visa
June 2012
Direct Photographic were pleased to work once again with award winning photographer Alan Mahon on a recent campaign for Visa featuring the fastest man on the planet Usain Bolt...read more.
Sennheiser EW 112-P G3
June 2012
This wireless lapel microphone kit is aimed at reporters and documentary film makers. It’s a fast, flexible and professional kit which provides excellent portability and great sound quality...read more.
Amageza Rally 2012
June 2012
In 2012 the Amageza Rally approached Direct Photographic Cape Town to assist with the event...read more.
Canon C300
June 2012
The latest addition to our camera range is a feature-rich, HD motion picture system, designed to accommodate any shooting setup from run-and-gun to elaborate rigs...read more.
Jean Christophe Jesupret
June 2012
We are very pleased to welcome the newest member of our Paris team, Jean Christophe Jesupret or JC as he prefers to be called...read more.
Fire Destroys Cape Town Office
June 2012
A fire has ripped through the Cape Town offices of Direct Photographic leaving the entire building razed to the ground...read more.
Michael Harvey – Shooting The Army
June 2012
Photographer Michael Harvey embarked on a three day shoot for Army Magazine the targeted publication aimed at 16-18 year old school leavers looking for a career in the army...read more.
British Institute of Professional Photographers
June 2012
Direct Photographic are very pleased to announce their Affiliate membership of the British Institute of Professional Photography (BIPP)...read more.
Leica S-System
May 2012
A complete new system to digital capture rental comprising of a DSLR style body and complement of lenses...read more.
Matt Holyoak – ITV’s Mini Series Titanic Billboard & Publicity Shots
Photographer Matt Holyoak was recently commissioned to shoot the marketing campaign for ITV’s £12million production of Titanic. The sets were recreated at Pinewood Studios on E Stage, a 23000sqft studio and Direct Photographic supplied the lighting equipment...read more.
Profoto XL Umbrellas
May 2012
New to our light shaping range are the Profoto Umbrella XL’s of which we hold the Silver and White versions...read more.
Profoto Hardbox
May 2012
The Hardbox is most commonly used to create an effect similar to direct sunlight, with deep sharp shadows and pinpoint sized highlights...read more.
Profoto AcuteB 600 Kit
May 2012
We’ve recently updated and reviewed our Profoto AcuteB 600 kit making this the most exciting new addition to our battery flash offering...read more.
60kW Generator
May 2012
Vehicle for providing up to 60kW worth of power to a location shoot, whilst also having carrying space for lighting equipment...read more.