Rental house Hireacamera
AWARDS GEAR OF THE YEAR WINNERS
Retailer of the year (new equipment) CVP Retailer of the year (used equipment) MPB
Rental house
Hireacamera
Retailer of the year (used equipment) MPB
SERVICES Although retailers and service
providers always seem to come up with new and innovative ways of serving their customers, the best always stay one step ahead. That’s certainly the case in our service categories, where the same three companies have dominated once more – proof they are doing something clients appreciate. There are two classes for retailers – one for dealers who specialise in new equipment and another for used – plus a third class for rental houses. These particular awards recognise that great dealers are the key conduit between filmmaker and manufacturer. The very best don’t just sell or rent what they have in stock, but listen to their customers. They provide impartial advice – and many even host seminars and workshops, offer a fast repair service and often go the extra mile to keep filmmakers working. As the vital front line of the filmmaking industry, keen prices are a given, but it’s the added value that makes our winners so special. CVP takes the crown again as best retailer of new kit – proving biggest can be best. With a vast stock and expert staff who aren’t pressured to upsell, it stands out in the industry. CVP offers a try-before-you-buy service, with a massive stock of new gear, demo units and rental options. It is all backed up by a great website and legendary customer service.
Retailer of the year (new equipment) CVP
MPB is staffed by filmmakers with expert knowledge and, like CVP, backs creative projects, initiatives and awards. It remains a deserved winner in the used equipment class. The winner of our rental category is Hireacamera, a UK-based brand which has also revolutionised the whole process of renting equipment thanks to the internet and speedy courier services. You no longer need to be near a major city to experience great service for rental kit, as you book via an easy online ordering system with real- time availability and clear pricing – so there are no nasty surprises. Hireacamera caters to small- and medium-sized productions, offering independent filmmakers just what they need – including late-model cameras, lenses and accessories. The firm specialises in mirrorless and cinema cameras, plus the lenses and add-ons. It always seems to have the first rental stock of the latest in- demand equipment. Hireacamera gets the gear to you by courier in protective cases, complete with return labels and security tags – it takes away all the hassle and is terrific value, providing you with fully tested equipment.
CVP also hosts events, workshops and training courses, both online and at its branches. It has a service centre and stocks spares to make sure you stay up and running. You can meet the team at its branches or at major filmmaking and tech shows, or even watch the YouTube channel for the latest kit news and reviews. Everyone loves brand-new kit, especially when it opens up ways to give you the edge, but cost and the environmental hit are a downside of always buying new. That’s why the used equipment market is booming, and no company serves its customers better than MPB, our winner for the fourth year running. MPB continues to cut costs for indie filmmaking businesses and for those keen on recycling equipment, rather than always opting for new. It offers a larger stock of cameras and lenses – both current models and from previous generations – than anyone else. All equipment is tested and backed by a warranty for a stress-free experience. The company also offers easy part-exchange or cash for old kit with no hassle. MPB has totally modernised the process of buying and selling used camera equipment.
AT YOUR SERVICE Our trio of terrific award winners – Hireacamera, MPB and CVP – all look after their customers
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