Alchemist Films
China • Production • Fixer

Beijing Film Equipment Rental

Bilingual technicians, vetted gear, and same‑day delivery across Beijing. We stage prep at your production office or our space, perform run‑of‑show coordination, and connect your shoot to our China fixer hub and Beijing fixer team for permits, logistics and crew.

Camera & Lens Rental

Cinema Cameras

ARRI, RED, and Sony cinema lines—Alexa/Amira, RED V‑RAPTOR/Komodo, Sony FX9/FX6. Kits ship with media, power and I/O.

Glass

Spherical primes/zooms (Sigma/Zeiss/Cooke), cinema zooms (Angénieux/Fujinon), specialty lenses. We can test and collimate during prep.

Monitoring & Wireless

On‑camera and director monitors (SmallHD), wireless video (Teradek), FIZ/follow focus, timecode sync and reference.

Lighting & Grip

LED & HMI

Aputure 1200D/600D/300D, ARRI SkyPanel S60/S120, Nanlite/Astera tubes, HMIs by request. Full range of modifiers, diffusion and control.

Grip & Rigging

C‑stands, combo stands, sliders, dollies, overheads, frames, flags, clamps and safety. Vehicle rigs and car‑mounts available with supervisor.

Power & Distribution

China runs 220V/50Hz. We supply distro, V‑mounts/Gold‑mounts, charging bays and adapters for international plugs.

Where the Gear Goes (Popular Setups)

CBD / Guomao & CCTV Headquarters

Glass‑and‑steel skylines and plazas in Chaoyang; plan night looks, reflections control, and vantage points near the CCTV Headquarters. Public and venue areas require approvals.

Sanlitun Taikoo Li

Open‑lane retail blocks and nightlife streets—great for lifestyle and street interviews. Venue coordination needed for commercial shoots.

798 Art District

Repurposed factory complex of galleries and courtyards—creative textures for interviews and b‑roll. Permissions arranged with park/venue management.

Olympic Green: Bird’s Nest & Water Cube

Iconic stadiums and broad plazas for establishing shots; schedule crowd control and security checks, especially on event days.

Hutongs & Courtyards

Historic lanes and siheyuan offer intimate textures. We advise on respectful crew footprints and approvals in heritage/residential areas.

Day Trips

Great Wall sections near Beijing can pair well with brand/doc sequences; we plan transport, weather windows and backup looks.

We manage permits & location access with government and private owners; small vlogging is generally tolerated, but commercial shoots need approvals.

Packages & Day Rates

Use CaseIncludesNotes
Interview Kit2x cameras (A/B), prime set, 2x key LEDs + soft, 2x back/edge, boom + 2 lavs, teleprompter (optional)Great for CBD/Sanlitun interiors; add casting if needed.
Doc Run‑and‑GunSony FX6/FX9 or RED Komodo, zoom + prime, 1x LED key, 2x tubes, small grip package, wireless hopLightweight kit for 798/Olympic Green; pair with coordination.
Commercial LightingAputure 600D/1200D, SkyPanels, frames/neg, distro, stands, gels, expendablesBest with gaffer + 2 electrics; we provide truck/van and generator planning.

Get exact day rates and model lists with your dates — prices vary by availability and crew package.

Logistics & Compliance

Delivery & Prep

We deliver across Chaoyang, Dongcheng and Xicheng, or stage kits at our prep space. We recommend a half‑day prep & tech check before Day 1.

Permits & Venues

For plazas, malls and heritage we handle permit filings, venue agreements, insurance letters and security scheduling.

Visas & Carnet

Bringing your own kits? Use an ATA Carnet. We can supply backup gear locally and keep spares on standby.

Drones

Hire licensed UAV teams; we handle filings and airspace checks. Typical ceiling is ~120 m AGL without special clearance.

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FAQs

Can you deliver gear anywhere in Beijing?

Yes. We deliver across Chaoyang/Guomao, Sanlitun, Dongcheng, Xicheng and Olympic Green, or stage kits at our prep space with check‑out by a bilingual technician.

What cameras and lighting do you stock?

ARRI, RED, Sony cinema lines; Aputure and ARRI LED fixtures; Astera tubes; grip and support. Exact models depend on dates—ask for the current list.

Do you provide technicians and on‑set support?

Yes. We can include an AC, gaffer or utility to build kits, ride with the gear, and liaise with your DP and producer.

Can we bring our own gear into China?

Yes with an ATA Carnet for professional equipment. We can also provide local backups and spares in case of customs delays.

What power standard is used?

China runs 220V/50Hz. We supply distribution, V‑mounts, charging bays and plug adapters as needed.

Ready to Book?

Share your brief, dates and preferred camera/lighting package. We’ll quote, soft‑book and prep your kit, and assign bilingual support for handover or on‑set.

Last updated: Aug 2025