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High Speed Filming
Capture stunning slow motion with Phantom cameras and precision motion control in Australia.
High-speed filming captures action at extreme frame rates, producing dramatic slow-motion footage that reveals details invisible to the naked eye. This technique powers Australia's booming commercial sector, automotive campaigns for local brands and Holden heritage shoots, AFL and NRL sports analysis, and creative sequences where time manipulation enhances storytelling.
We source high-speed cameras from Australia's leading rental houses, with the specialized lighting and data workflows these shoots demand. Our team coordinates experienced operators out of Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Gold Coast — with access to Fox Studios Australia, Docklands Studios, and Village Roadshow Studios for controlled-environment high-frame-rate cinematography.
Capabilities
Complete High Speed Services
From Phantom cameras to Bolt rigs, we provide the specialized equipment and expertise needed to capture motion in extraordinary detail.
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Phantom Cameras
- Phantom Flex 4K
- Phantom VEO series
- Up to 1000+ fps
- 4K resolution capture
- On-set technicians
Ultra High Speed
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Motion Control
- Bolt high-speed rigs
- Precision robotic arms
- Tabletop motion control
- Repeatable moves
- Camera tracking sync
Robotic Precision
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Technical Support
- High-speed lighting design
- Data management
- On-set color science
- Real-time playback
- Technical consulting
Expert Teams
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Applications
- Product commercials
- Sports & action
- Scientific capture
- Liquid & splash shots
- Automotive filming
Any Subject
On Location
Phantom Flex 4K and High-Speed Capture Across Australia
Here is how this works in practice. Our high-speed filming inventories across Australia carry Phantom Flex 4K (1000fps at 4K) and Phantom VEO 4K-PL bodies brought in via cross-border partnership with Vision Research Los Angeles, plus Phantom Miro LAB and Sony FX9 1080p120/4K120 packages for lighter slow-motion work and ARRI Alexa Mini LF at 120fps for native motion-picture deliverable.
Here is the short of it. Standard sports applications include the F1 Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park (annual March), AFL Grand Finals at the MCG (the 100K-capacity largest stadium in the Southern Hemisphere), NRL Grand Finals at Allianz Stadium Sydney, the Boxing Day Test at the MCG, the Australian Open tennis at Melbourne Park (800K+ attendance each January), Big Bash League cricket, and the Bathurst 1000 Supercars at Mount Panorama (annual October). Commercial work covers car spots, beverage pours, food and beauty, broadcast idents, and sports brand integrations across Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, and Brisbane.
Here is the breakdown. Australia's high-speed heritage is anchored by Mad Max Fury Road (Miller 2015 — 6 Oscars). This set the current benchmark for high-speed vehicle action photography even though most plates were shot in Namibia, with Village Roadshow Studios Gold Coast as production base; the Furiosa (Miller 2024) follow-up extended that pipeline.
Sports broadcast at Seven, Nine, Ten, ABC, SBS, Fox Sports, and Kayo runs Phantom Flex 4K for replay and beauty pickups across all major fixtures.
Here is what that looks like on the ground. We set up ACMA wireless licensing for camera RF and downlink, MEAA crew agreements with reciprocal SAG-AFTRA, IATSE, and DGA recognition for visiting global productions, Producer Offset 30% paperwork through Screen Australia, and venue-authority approvals for stadium high-speed installs through Venues NSW, Melbourne and Olympic Parks Trust, and Stadiums Queensland.
FAQ
High Speed Expertise
What frame rates can you achieve?
Our Phantom cameras can capture up to 1,000+ fps at 4K resolution, with higher frame rates available at reduced resolutions. We'll recommend the optimal frame rate and resolution balance for your Australian commercial, sports, or documentary shoot.
What's the difference between Phantom camera models?
The Phantom Flex 4K offers the highest resolution at extreme speeds, while the VEO series provides excellent performance at a more accessible price point. We'll recommend the right camera based on your resolution, speed, and budget requirements.
Do you provide Bolt or motion control rigs?
Yes, we work with Bolt and similar high-speed robotic camera systems available through Sydney and Melbourne rental houses. These are often combined with high-speed cameras for dramatic product shots, Australian automotive commercials, and beverage campaigns.
What about lighting for high-speed filming?
High-speed cameras require significantly more light than standard filming. We design and supply flicker-free HMI and LED packages sized for your frame rate, whether you're shooting in studio at Docklands or on location across Australia.
How much data does high-speed filming generate?
High-speed filming generates very large files — a single take can be many gigabytes. Our DIT services manage this data workflow with proper backup, organization, and delivery in your required formats.
What applications are best for high-speed filming?
High-speed filming excels for liquid and splash photography, product commercials, AFL and cricket sports sequences, automotive footage, scientific documentation, and any subject where revealing hidden motion adds visual impact.
Related Services
Productions in Australia that need this often pair it with Helicopter Filming, Aerial Drone Services, and Vehicle Mounting for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Director of Photography Services and Camera & Cinematography.
On Set
Need High Speed Filming?
Tell us about your slow motion requirements and we'll provide the right equipment and expertise.