Mark London Williams reports back from this year’s Cine Gear, as leading cinematographers discuss light, lenses, and securing legendary status. Plus, with Emmy voting now open, he takes a look at a few of the productions that could be in the running for prizes… “You still have to have light that tells the story.” That’s … Read more
On 5-6 June 2026, Cine Gear Expo LA will return to the Universal Studios Lot, in Universal City, California. “Back for its second year due to popular demand, the world’s most famous studio will again open their legendary stages, beautifully appointed theatres and iconic outdoor spaces to Cine Gear Expo attendees,” Cine Gear Expo said. … Read more
Film industry professionals travelled to Cine Gear Expo Atlanta 2025 at Trilith Studios in Fayetteville, Georgia, this month – with the expo helping professionals from across media, entertainment and technology to “connect, explore, and elevate their craft”. This year’s event offered two “dynamic days” of immersive experiences, according to organisers, from cutting-edge exhibits to seminars, … Read more
At Cine Gear Expo, Hollywood’s tight-knit crew spirit shines—lifelong friendships forged through trust, pranks, and shared cinematic battles. Two weeks ago I was walking the streets of the Universal Studios’ New York backlot where this year’s Cine Gear Expo was taking place. The two-day event hosted many guests and participants. The weather was great for … Read more
FROM BACKLOT TO FUTURE FRONTIERS Back at Universal after 20 years, Cine Gear 2025 wrestled with AI, image-making and a fast-changing industry landscape. The last time Cine Gear was on the Universal lot, Barack Obama hadn’t even become president and “AI” was just a plot device. But a lot can change over 20 years, during … Read more
Back at Universal after two decades, Cine Gear 2024 grappled with AI, visual legacies and cinematic futures—where cameras shrink, emotions persist, and stories evolve. The last time Cine Gear was on the Universal lot, Barack Obama hadn’t yet become president and “AI” was only a plot device – but a lot can change over 20 … Read more
The industry’s premier filmmaking exposition has chosen the world-renowned Universal Studios Lot for Cine Gear Expo LA 2025. A revered film and television production mecca, Universal Studios Lot is known for their legendary stages, beautifully appointed theatres, and outdoor city streets, parks & squares— seen in countless film and television spectacles. “We are excited to … Read more
Excitement is building for the opening of Cine Gear Expo at the Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank. This year’s expo holds much to look forward to—from technology previews, film screenings, educational panels, guild and association presentations, and filmmaker talks, to the best mingling in the biz—all under the California sunshine. Kicking it off on Friday … Read more
Once again, one of the industry’s premier motion picture pioneers opens its doors to the Cine Gear Expo community. This summer the show will be held at historic Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, California. Established over one hundred years ago, the iconic studio is the home of a century of cultural touchstones from classics The Jazz … Read more
Registration is now open for Cine Gear Expo NY 2024. This year, for the first time, Cine Gear adds Photo Focus, a full day dedicated to the vibrant East Coast photography community. Slated for Thursday 14 March, Cine Gear invites professionals and enthusiasts to this one-day instructive and inspirational experience dedicated to the art and … Read more
As this year’s Cine Gear Expo circuit wraps up with another successful Atlanta show at Trilith Studios, 2024’s Film Series at Cine Gear Expo opens for submissions. Filmmakers are invited to enter their projects and Expo attendees can mark their calendars for next year’s upcoming shows. The Film Series at Cine Gear Expo is a … Read more
Cine Gear Expo announces that Free Registration is open for the industry’s top Hollywood-style event to be held at the world-renowned Trilith Studios Atlanta in Fayetteville, Georgia on October 6-7, 2023. Known for its focus on connecting industry members with the art and craft of filmmaking, this year’s show brings it all together with the latest technology … Read more
INNOVATION AND ACCOLADES For the first time since its pandemic-era displacement to downtown LA’s Convention Center, Cine Gear returned to its traditional Paramount’s backlot setting. Doubtless, when planning that return, it was hoped this year’s edition would not be holding forth in such “interesting times” as its predecessors. While the two days of exhibits found … Read more
Fresh from the faux cityscapes of the Paramount backlot, our LA columnist Mark London Williams reflects on another bustling Cine Gear Expo and delves into the lensing choices of two ASC cinematographers. The first thing to note, in this dispatch from the side of the pond kicking off the month celebrating July 4th, with … Read more
The production community proved once again that there is “no place like home” and for Cine Gear Expo ’23, that meant the now-familiar stages and streets of Paramount Studios Lot. With their biggest slate ever of informative and entertaining panels, technology, films, demonstrations, exhibits, activities, and parties, there was no shortage of entertainment for the … Read more
Rosco announced that it will showcase two products at the 2023 Cine Gear Expo in Los Angeles on June 2nd and 3rd. When attendees visit Cine Gear booth #S1145, they will be able to experience the revolutionary Rosco RDX LAB™ System powered by FuseFX software as well as Rosco’s line of DMG lighting fixtures, including … Read more
Spirits are up in anticipation of the industry’s number one opportunity to learn, see, share, and mingle with friends, mentors, and colleagues when Cine Gear Expo returns to Hollywood after four years. Activities rev up Thursday 1 June with the Film Competition Screenings, featuring entries from students and professionals in the Independent Short Films, Student … Read more
With Cine Gear around the corner, our LA columnist examines the possible implications of the writers’ strike on the much anticipated tradeshow, and speaks to DPs Checco Varese ASC and Ludovica Isidori about their latest projects. As this column goes up, we’ll be on the eve of Cine Gear here in Los Angeles, and its … Read more
ZEISS is pulling out the stops at Cine Gear Expo June 9, 10, and 11, 2022 with a host of activities and events dedicated to cinematography. ZEISS Conversations kick-off Thursday, 3:45-4:45, in Petree Hall with a roundtable regarding how each artist achieves their special “look” and finding the right balance of art and technology. Moderated … Read more
SUMOLIGHT, makers of SUMOSPACE+, SUMOSKY and new SUMOMAX introduce an entirely new concept in professional lighting—SUMOLASER. Based on a new class of laser emitters, SUMOLASER is a daylight point-source of unparalleled luminance that can put a precision beam of light on a stage or project miles into the sky. At just 10.8 lbs/4.9kg this new … Read more