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SlowMo has two of the latest systems for hire - the new High Definition SA-2 and the SA-1.1. The SA-1.1 provided the stunning images as seen on BBC's LIFE and Nature's Great Events and has been used on several major television commercials.

The new SA-2 achieves an unpresidented 2000fps at 1920 x 1080 resolution. SlowMo's Photron SA-2 comes with the maximum extended memory of 32GB allowing over 10 s capture time at full HD resolution at 1000fps. In our comparison tests, we found that the SA-2 is only one stop less light sensitive than the SA-1.1.

Download times are kept to a minimum by connecting to the SlowMoCube dedicated computer with RAID drives.

The cameras can be dry hired and come with dedicated laptops/computers. Special power cables are available should either system need to be powered from batteries.

Photron SA-2

The FASTCAM SA-2 with its full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) resolution at up to 2,000fps and PL lens mount, has enormous potential for broadcast applications in Advertising, Entertainment and Sports.

It can also permit detailed observation and analysis of large spatial areas in the fields of equipment testing, fluid dynamics, ballistics and explosives.

Features
2,048 x 2,048 pixels @ 1,080fps
1,920 x 1,080 pixels @ 2,000fps (Full HD 1080p)
1280 x 720 @ 4000fps
1024 x 576 (16:9) @ 5400fps

12-bit A-D
HD-SDI output
32GB on board memory
Nikon, C, and PL mounts available. B4 mount optional.
Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T) interface
Handheld remote controller for simple control of all functions and viewing of live and recorded images.
Low-light mode for initial set up of camera position and focus
Rugged design for use in industrial environments.
Built to the same exacting standards as the extremely reliable SA-1.
HD 7" monitor fitted to camera providing LIVE view during recording

SlowMoCube Computer:

Specification:
1.5Tb Raid drives
Intel Core 2 Quad processor 2.8Ghz.
GeForce 9600GT 512Mb Graphics.
4GB DDR3 Ram.

Powerful yet portable PC enabling rapid image downloads from the SA-2 camera.

Download Times:
1000 - Raw HD images in just 1 min 7 s.
1000 - 16bit TIFF files (no further processing needed) in 1 min 35 s.

Photron SA-1.1

Released in 2007, the Fastcam SA1.1 provides blistering fast speed with unmatched light sensitivity.

Capable of over 5,000 full frames per second (fps) at mega pixel (1K x 1K) resolution, the brand new CMOS sensor provides true twelve bit pixel depth and is capable of 150,000 fps at reduced resolution.

The Fastcam SA1.1 is Photron's most light sensitive camera yet, as well as providing the greatest colour fidelity of any high speed camera available, thanks to true 12-bit performance.

This camera has been extremly busy since it's release covering nearly every high speed application from major wildlife programmes to filming bullets at 50000fps! See Clients page.

The Fastcam SA1.1 provides the perfect tool for those looking for mega pixel resolution at true high speeds, as well as those demanding sensitivity and performance with an SDI digital output for TV/movie and commercial work.

Both systems come housed in individual rugged flight cases including dedicated computers for easy and secure transport.
Other equipment available includes:

Sturdy Manfrotto tripods
Portable 7" Colour HD video monitor for video out playback
2 - 2KW, 1 off 650W Arrilites

Various lenses including:

20mm and 16mm wide angle
Nikon fit 24 to 70mm macro zoom lens
55mm Nikon micro lens
24mm Nikon F2.8
Nikon 80-200mm F2.8 zoom
105mm Macro F2.8
300mm F4 telephoto
500mm F4 Nikon telephoto + lens support

SlowMo works very closely with Photron (Europe) Ltd to keep the camera systems in optimal working order. Should a system fail on location, SlowMo will endeavour to keep downtime to an absolute minimum, ensure a quick repair and where possible provide a replacement system.

All camera equipment is supplied subject to our terms and conditions. When dry hiring, insurance (to the value of £100K) is the responsibility of the user, including travel to and from the location.