the nyc metro guide to camera cars: uses, gear, and who to hire

what's the point?

if you're in film or tv production and you haven't thought about using a camera car yet, you're probably leaving some of your best shots on the table. camera cars have become a staple on sets of all sizes. from big-budget commercials to independent films and for good reason.

so what exactly is a camera car? it's a specially rigged vehicle designed to mount cameras in ways that would be impossible (or just really unsafe) to pull off otherwise. we're talking front bumper shots, side-door angles, follow cams, you name it.

where do camera cars get used?

pretty much everywhere. commercials are probably the most obvious use case; car brands, insurance companies, you name it... they all need moving footage at some point. but camera cars show up constantly in tv shows too, especially for establishing shots, chase sequences, or just capturing the energy of a metro city in motion.

what about camera cars in the nyc metro area specifically?

shooting in new york comes with its own set of challenges; traffic, permits, tight streets, unpredictable conditions. that's why it matters who you hire -- that's where we come in. camcarnyc was built specifically for the new york and new jersey metro market. we know the area, we come fully equipped with the flowcine black arm, ronin 2, and full crew support, and we work with productions of every size.

👋 if you're planning a shoot in the nyc metro area and want a camera car team that's ready to go, reach out at (201) 280-2267 or info@deluxemediaco.com