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// G35 Vintage ’66 - The Latest Glass // As you’ve probably seen by now, we’ve recently acquired a new set of lenses that we’re now offering at the shop! Introducing the Gecko-Cam Genesis G35 Vintage ’66 - a new option in Full-Frame lensing solutions. These lenses are 100% newly manufactured, non-rehoused optics; designed, engineered and manufactured in Munich, Germany. Based on the iconic K35s, these lenses feature a single-coating optical design, emphasizing vintage characteristics with modern mechanics and materials. More information on this set is available on our website! Highlights: Focal Lengths (8-lens set): 14.5, 16, 20, 25, 35, 50, 85, 135 Full-Frame Coverage 46.3mm image circle 114mm Front Diameter Increased Flaring Sensibility Enhanced skin-tone rendering and texture production If you’re interested in renting this for your next project or have questions, please feel free to reach out at [email protected]!

// RED V-Raptor // Amongst the Full-frame, Vista Vision and other Large Format cameras on the market, the OG V-Raptor is hands-down one of the most powerful and compact on the market. A great option for those looking to get light-weight and still take advantage of a large-format sensor. We put this build together for our VPA event last week so we wanted to share the build breakdown with you all. Also a sneak peek at some of our latest glass from Gecko-Cam! - RED V-Raptor VV - Gecko Cam Genesis G35 50mm (1.4) - Vintage ’66 Coating - ARRI RF Motor (Iris) + Cforce Motor (Focus) - ARRI LMB-25 3-stage Mattebox - Teradek Bolt 500 Transmitter - Tilta V-Raptor Gold Mount Adapter Plate w/ Advanced I/O Module - Bright Tangerine LeftField Complete Cage - Core SWX Sharkfin w/ Core SWX Neo 150 Batteries

// VPA Night - Feb. 19th // We’re back with another event for 2026! This time, we’ll be hosting a Cinematography showcase event with the Virginia Production Alliance - THE group that helps build film incentives for filmmakers/productions taking place in Virginia. This is a great opportunity to get hands on with the latest cinema equipment as well as network with other creatives and industry members in the DMV. We will have stations with ARRI, Sony and RED where some of our favorite DPs will be discussing/answering questions on why you might want to choose those cameras for your next production. Small bites/drinks will be provided! The VPA will be handling registration so please be sure to sign-up via the link in our bio in order to attend! Please note, we cannot take any walk-ins! Event Details: Who: Virgina Production Alliance x DC Camera Where: Our place When: February 19, 2026 Time: 6:30-9PM

// Techno Crane Workshop - Jan. 24th // Happy New Year Everyone! To kick things off, we’re excited to announce our 1st demo/workshop of the year w/ @movingcamerainc to show-off their NEW Scorpio 23’ Telescopic Crane! This will be a great opportunity to learn and see first-hand how incredibly useful these are and connect with the Moving Inc. Team. Like with all our demos/workshops, you MUST sign-up in advance to attend via the Google form in our bio. Event details below: When: January 24th, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12PM Where: Our place - 2810-B Merrilee Drive, Fairfax VA We will also have coffee and donuts available for attendees so make sure to sign-up! Hope to see you there!

// New Additions // 2025 is coming to a close and we can’t believe it! Like everyone, we’re trying our best to keep up with the ever-changing nature of the industry and the new gear that hits the market. With that, here’s a few of the “Highlights” (many of which we bought thanks to your feedback!) that we added to our inventory this year! We hope to see these items and many other new items helping out on your projects in 2026! 2x - Aputure STORM 1200x Kits 1x - Small HD Cine 24” Directors Monitor 2x MORE - Teradek Bolt 6 750XT Receivers (allowing now for 2x - 3:1 Transmission System Packages for Monitoring) - Totaling 6x - Transmitters & Receivers + Cine7 Handheld Monitor w/ Built-in Receiver #aputure #smallhd #teradek #cinema

Erich Roland // The Founder As many of you may have heard by now, we received the unfortunate news last week that Erich Roland, the founder of DC Camera, had passed away on the morning of November 11, 2025. Erich was an incredible cinematographer who worked on hundreds of projects in his career, receiving notoriety and awards acknowledging his craft, but for those that really knew him, this was something he hardly mentioned. Over the last week, we’ve heard dozens of stories about Erich from those who had the opportunity to work with him during his career. Almost all of these stories mentioned his immense generosity for those getting their start in the industry. Whether it be advice, a job, discounts on equipment, etc. Erich was often willing to take a leap of faith in supporting the “up-and-coming” in the DMV and that’s something we will continue to do for many years to come. As we look toward the future of DC Camera, the vision remains the same - to serve as a creative cornerstone in the filmmaking community. Among the many conversations between the Roland family and the Loayza family, this has always been the common thread as we continue the legacy together. Erich was still very much involved in DC Camera’s decision-making after changing hands and his input will surely be missed. Fortunately, Hans Roland, another industry veteran and Erich’s brother, will remain a part of these future conversations. We continue to see the value of small business in a creative field and will do our part in supporting those that allow us to do what we enjoy most. Thank you again to everyone that reached out to check on us and the Roland family, it means more than you know.

// Alexa 35 // Our Alexa 35 built-out by our prep techs with all the bells and whistles! It’s always fun to get creative in the back when we’ve got some free time. Here’s the build breakdown below: - ARRI Alexa 35 - Leica Summicron 35mm - Preston FIZ + MDR 3 - Preston Light Ranger 1 - Teradek Wireless - Core SWX Helix 150 Max Got an upcoming project where you might need some of these pieces? Give us a call to help you get sorted out!

// Rig Dose - RED Komodo 6K // Sharing a nice and compact build for our friend @claymeindp on his latest project! Clay was looking for something lightweight for a hunting expedition out in Wyoming so the Komodo was the perfect choice in terms of quality and form factor. Clay also opted for our cine-modded FDs and Leica Rs to stick with the theme of keeping things light, while still achieving some vintage character. Build courtesy of our owner Tristan, details below. Build Breakdown: - RED Komodo 6K + EF Adapter - SmallHD OLED 5" Monitor - CoreSWX Micro V-mount plate - 8Sinn Cage - RED Outrigger Handle Lensing: - Canon FD 24mm - Leica-R 35mm - Leica-R 50mm - Leica-R 90mm #camerabuild #redcamera #smallhd

Summer Sale // Atlas Orion The dog days of summer are here and we felt it was only right to pass along some Summer savings to you! For the month of August (beginning Friday 8/1), our Atlas Orion Anamorphics will ALL be 30% off. Featured on films like Anora, Everything Everywhere all At Once and Babylon, the Orions are known for their blue flaring, vintage character, and true 2x squeeze suitable for S35 sensors. Being a less expensive set in the anamorphic world, they’re a great option for those working with tighter budgets that are still after a true anamorphic look. Discount Price (per lens): $122.50 - (Reg. $175) Available focal lengths: 40mm, 50mm, 65mm, 80mm, 100mm (PL/EF mount available) **Please note, 30% discount ONLY affects lens pricing. Other rental items are not included in this discount offer unless otherwise noted by DC Camera. Rentals may require a Certificate of Insurance dependent on insurable value of equipment** We hope this will encourage you to try out some new glass and get those passion projects off the ground before Summer’s over! Looking to get a quote? Reach out to us directly at [email protected]

Spinsters // Our Indie Feature Back in late April we had the opportunity to work on our first indie feature of 2025! Spinsters - “A bittersweet comedy about two middle-aged, estranged besties who find themselves back in their hometown, struggling with aging parents, paths not taken and each other as they give up the traditional idea of “happily ever after” to embrace their own.” We were especially excited to help on this one as it was predominantly done with a local crew, many of which we get to work with frequently! Additionally it was all shot in our “backyard” in Frederick, MD. This was one of our primary goals for 2025 and we’re so happy to have been able to achieve that by mid-May! As you all well-know, supporting indie film-making in the DMV is one of our main focuses to grow the creative community here. Projects like these are always a treat as it allows us to switch it up from our traditional bread and butter of interviews and political docs so please send more our way! Anyways, we hope you enjoy these photos of the crew and our gear in action. Thanks again to the Spinsters team for providing us with this opportunity to help on this. Cheers to many more projects like this in 2025 and beyond! #shotonred #reddigitalcinema #indiefilmmaking

Shooting some 16mm in the test bay at @dccamerarentals with the homies.

// Our SR3 - The Talk of the Town // For those of you that are new here, last spring we purchased an ARRIFFLEX SR3 to add to our inventory. This has been the first motion picture camera we’ve owned since the very beginning of DC Camera and we’re very proud to be able to offer this package to you in this ever-growing digital world. Since then, we’ve had a lot of time to work with this camera, offer demos, answer questions and support a number of projects looking to shoot on real film. In addition, we’ve also made a number of notable upgrades to “modernize” our camera to fit the needs of contemporary productions: ARRIFLEX SR3 KIT: - Alan Gordon Enterprises 2K Video tap (includes 2x SDI inputs for both wireless video and on-board monitoring) - 80/20 Viewfinder Prism (allows you to use eye-piece + on-board monitor simultaneously) - Rencher Industries Gold-Mount Adapter Plate (includes P-Tap ports for powering accessories) - Ratworks Top Handle + Long Side-plate (countless 1/4-20” & 3/8” threaded holes for mounting accessories like Teradeks/Focus Motors/etc.) - Custom BasePlate Riser (made by Tristan to be compatible with modern 19mm Arri BP-8 w/ dovetail) LENSES: - S16 Zeiss Super Speed 4-lens set (9.5, 12, 16, 25) - Not included in kit but available in-house It’s no secret that film has made a huge comeback in the last few years and we’re happy that we can play a role in that! In addition, our friends at Colorlab will offer a 10% discount on processing with proof of rental of our SR3. As always, please tell your friends and reach out if you have any questions for us! #kodakshootfilm #rigdose