Whether you’re filming neon skylines in Shanghai, factory floors in Guangzhou, or mountain vistas in Chengdu, Shoot In China keeps your kit consistent. Our depot network makes China film equipment rental fast, predictable and bilingual—so you spend time shooting, not chasing gear.
1 | Why Producers Stick with Shoot In China 🏢
| Advantage | How It Helps Your Production |
|---|---|
| Five strategic depots | Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Chengdu—overnight swaps anywhere on the mainland. |
| Bundle gear + crew | Lock cameras, lenses, lights and bilingual DPs, ACs & gaffers—save 10 % on the package. |
| Flagship inventory | Alexa 35, RED V-RAPTOR, Sony FX9, ARRI Orbiter, SkyPanel Pro, Aputure 1200 D—all firmware-current. |
| 24/7 emergency service | Replacement kit on the road in < 90 min inside tier-1 cities. |
| Permit guidance | In-house fixers advise on drone & city-street paperwork while you tech-prep. |
2 | 2025 Day-Rate Snapshot (USD) 💰
| Category | Flagship | Mid-Pro | Indie |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camera body | Alexa 35 — $ 1 200 | Sony FX6 — $ 250 | BMPCC 6K — $ 120 |
| Cine prime set | ARRI Signature — $ 800 | Sigma FF — $ 280 | Vespid FF — $ 200 |
| LED soft | SkyPanel S60 — $ 180 | Aputure 600 X — $ 90 | Nanlite 300 B — $ 60 |
| Grip truck / package | 8 × 8 frames, combos, C-stands — $ 150 | 6 × 6 basic — $ 120 | C-stand starter — $ 10 |
Bundle rebate: book camera + lenses + lights and take 10 % off the total kit rate.
3 | Depot Map & Lead Times 🗺️
| Depot | Local lead time* | Specialty Stock |
|---|---|---|
| Shanghai HQ | 24 h | Alexa 35, Signature Primes, Orbiter kits |
| Beijing | 24 h | SkyPanel Pro, RED RAPTOR, track-dolly rigs |
| Shenzhen | 24 – 48 h | DJI Inspire 3, FPV drones, tech-demo room |
| Guangzhou | 48 h | Large grip trucks, HMIs, generator sets |
| Chengdu | 48 h | Compact doc kits, battery banks, rain covers |
*Time from confirmed booking to on-set delivery inside city limits.
4 | Booking Timeline & Tips 🗓️
- +30 days – Reserve Alexa 35 & cine primes (festival rush).
- +14 days – Submit drone & special-location permits (our fixer can file).
- +7 days – Email shot list; depots pre-rig cameras with LUTs & mags.
- Shoot-1 day – Tech-check at depot or on set; bilingual tech verifies every lens and battery.
5 | Hidden Fees—And How We Block Them 🕵️♂️
| Fee | Typical Cost | Our Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Insurance bond | 10 % gear value | Covered by our in-house policy—no big cash hold. |
| Weekend pickup | +15 % kit rate | Collect Friday after 17:00 with zero surcharge. |
| After-hours return | +10 % | Depots stay open until 23:00 at no extra cost. |
| Over-weight flight cases | $ 150 per leg | Rail-freight lights ahead of crew at cost. |
Quick FAQ 🔥
How early should I lock my china film equipment rental?
Four weeks for Alexa/Signature kits; two weeks for FX9-level packages.
Can I import my own gear instead?
Yes—carnets and customs can eat 2–3 shooting days. Renting locally is faster and usually cheaper.
Do you handle delivery and swaps nationwide?
Yes—van delivery in tier-1 cities and overnight freight to tier-2/3 regions, with standby spares.