1) Directors and DOPs love its ease of use, because Pirate have integrated the camera with a live-image video eyepiece, a full range of cine lenses, accessories and optional Motion Control, producing film-like quality images without the hassle and expense of shooting film.

2) The image sensor is 320 ASA film equivalent, so typical shots require only 2 x 10kW lights, resulting in a very low lighting bill.

3) Pirate have our own 2,000sqft studio in West London, although shooting on location is no problem. In addition, Pirate have Super 16mm cameras available too - for example one camera shoots at an amazing 10,000fps!

Pirate also hire high speed analogue video kits for self-operation, for use as video assists with high speed film cameras.