Borrow Equipment
Equipment pick up and return is available Monday - Friday from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Equipment check-out, pick up or return is NOT available on Saturdays or Sundays.
Video, audio, and photography equipment are available for a maximum 7-day check-out period. Higher end equipment must be reserved at least 24 hours before the requested pick-up time. All other equipment are available on a walk-in basis for check-out or in-house use. Multi-day electronic equipment loans accrue late fines at a rate of $20 per day.
Equipment required for research or off-campus programs is available for long-term use. Please send an email to Jones.Media.Center@dartmouth.edu to find out if your project is eligible for long-term equipment.
Digital Video Cameras
NEW! Start your next filmmaking journey in 4K!
Canon Vixia HF G70
Available at the JMC Circulation Desk OR Request or reserve online.
The compact VIXIA HF G70 offers UHD 4K video (3840 x 2160 pixels), 20x optical zoom, advanced autofocus, Slow Motion recording in 0.4x Full HD.
Canon Vixia HD Video Camera
The Vixia HD cameras produce a high quality image and allow for greater user control such as recording quality, white balance, and other adjustments.
Available at the Media Services desk or
Click to request or reserve.
Watch the Vixia Camera Training Video Part I
Watch the Vixia Camera and Audio Equipment Training Video Part II
Sports/Action Video Camera
GoPro HERO7 Black Edition (Reservation Required)
GoPro cameras are rugged, versatile cameras created to capture action sports.
Blue Yeti USB Microphone
Blue Yeti USB Microphone
The Blue Yeti is a USB mic with broadcast-quality sound. This side-address condenser mic can record vocals for music, podcasts, Twitch streaming, YouTube videos directly to your computer.
Available at the Media Services desk or Click to request or reserve.
High Quality Digital Still Camera
Lumix DMC-ZS60
The Lumix DMC-ZS60 is a compact professional digital photo camera that comes with AVCHD 4K HD movie recording capability, a 30x optical zoom, and built-in GPS.
Available at the Media Services desk or
Click to request or reserve.
Video Projectors
Viewsonic PJD7820HD Projector
The Viewsonic PJD7820HD Projector is a lightweight, vivid, high-definition projector, perfect for projecting movies from a DVD player or the screen from your laptop computer.
Available at the Media Services desk or
Click to request or reserve.
Optoma Projector
The Optoma ML750ST Projector is a lightweight, highly portable projector. With a short throw ratio, this projector is designed to be used in small spaces, perfect for projecting movies in dorm rooms. It is NOT designed to be used in large, bright spaces, or when projection quality is of more paramount importance.
Available at the Media Services desk or
Click to request or reserve.
Equipment for Advanced Users (available by online request only)
Please note: More than just the greater capabilities of this equipment, achieving professional results requires a greater understanding of the tool that is being used. For this reason, those who wish to borrow the following equipment may be asked to demonstrate their knowledge of the equipment or schedule time to be trained on the equipment in advance. In addition, borrowing this equipment also involves greater financial risk in the event of loss or damage. Due to the limited quantity of these items in our inventory, and the cost to repair/replace these items, we reserve the right to restrict access to this equipment for reasons including lack of knowledge or experience, or for historical incidents of loss or damage to our equipment.
Audio Recorders
Zoom H6 Audio Recorder (Reservation Required)
The Zoom H6 is a versatile mobile recording studio that features 4 XLR inputs and 6 recording channels. Use as a stand-alone recorder or as an audio interface.
Zoom H5 Audio Recorder (Reservation Required)
The Zoom H5 is recommended for projects that require professional sound quality and control. With versatile 2-channel XLR inputs, and up to 4-track recording, the H5 is user-friendly and easily expandable.
Marantz PMD 661 Audio Recorder (Reservation Required)
The Marantz PMD 661 is a high-end audio recorder that is recommended for recordings that require the use of external microphones, such as interviews using a hand-held microphone, recording live music with professional microphones, or recording a line-level signal from a sound board.
DSLR Cameras
Canon Rebel T5i/T7i DSLR Camera (Reservation Required)
The Canon Rebel T5i and T7i are full-featured DSLR cameras that features high-quality imagery in a package that is easy-to-use, whether for still photography or full HD video.
Canon 6D DSLR Camera (Reservation Required)
The Canon EOS 6D is designed for those with more demanding photography and videography needs, and for photographers who understand how to get more from this level of equipment.
Video Cameras
Canon XF-100 Video Camera (Reservation Required)
The Canon XF-100 is a professional quality HD video camera designed for uses where sound and image quality are particularly important. Expect to use external microphones with this camera.
Microphones
Shure MOTIV MV88+ Mic Kit for Smartphones (Reservation Required)
This kit is centered around the MV88+ microphone, specifically engineered to deliver Shure's broadcast-quality sound to your phone and adds all the accessories needed to create a portable, self-contained audio/video rig.
Shure MV7 Podcast Microphone (Reservation Required)
The MV7 is a high-quality, broadcast-style dynamic microphone that is great for podcasting, live streaming, audio for video. It features a unidirectional cardioid polar pattern and captures mostly what’s in front of you. The MV7 has a built-in pop filter.
Shure LensHopper (Reservation Required)
Intended for use with DSLR cameras and HD camcorders, the Shure LensHopper shotgun microphone uses digital flash recording/playback via MicroSD to capture high-fidelity audio. The microphone has a dedicated headphone output for real-time monitoring.
Rode Wireless GO II (Pro Equipment) (Reservation Required)
The Wireless GO II is an ultra-compact microphone system consisting of a dual channel receiver and two transmitters. Universal compatibility with cameras, mobile devices, and computers
Available at the Media Services desk or Request or reserve online.
RødeLink Filmmaker (Reservation Required)
The RØDELink wireless lavalier microphone features simple pairing between transmitter and receiver, three-level gain control, and a connection range of up to 300 ft. The kit automatically monitors and moves between frequencies to maintain the strongest possible signal.
Shure KSM32 Microphone Kit (Reservation Required)
The Shure KSM32 is a professional-grade Large-diaphragm condenser microphone that is well-suited for both studio and live recording. Recommended for experienced users only. +48V phantom power required.
Røde NT5 Stereo Microphone Kit (Reservation Required)
The Røde NT5 Kit features a matched stereo pair of Small-Diaphragm Condenser microphones which are ideal for recording musical performances. They are also well-suited for capturing high-fidelity field recordings.
MOVO PM20-S Microphone for Smartphones
The MOVO PM20-S dual-headed lavalier microphone is compatible with all types of smartphones and tablets. The system combines two separate microphone heads into one 3.5mm cable, making it ideal for recording two-person interviews.
MOTU M2 Audio Interface (Reservation Required)
The MOTU M2 is a 2-in/2-out USB audio interface with studio-quality sound. With its two front-panel mic/line/instrument preamps, it can record anything from dynamic and condenser microphones to electric guitars and drum machines.
Native Instruments Komplete Audio 6 (Reservation Required)
The Komplete Audio 6 is a 6-channel bus powered USB audio interface with four analog inputs and outputs, digital in/out, and MIDI capability. The interface enables flexible monitoring with an independent headphone level control and source switch.
Light Kits
NEW! Lume Cube Studio Panel Lights
Lightweight, compact lighting kit that provides powerful but soft light with even coverage.
The kit includes two LED, Bi-Color Studio Panels (3200K – 5600K Color Temp) with 4-way barndoors, a tilt mount, an AC Power adapter, and two 5.8’ light stands. The lights also have an internal battery with a runtime of 80 minutes.
Available at the Media Services desk or Click to request or reserve.
Aputure LED Light Kit (Reservation Required)
This portable 3-light kit (2x flood, 1x spot) is ideal for location and studio work. The kit comes with 2 sets of warming filters, white diffusion to soften the light and orange conversion to change the color temperature from 5500K (Daylight) to 3200K (Tungsten). A softbox and two remotes for wireless brightness control are also included. The three air-cushioned Impact light stands (13', 10', 9'6'') have a 1/4" threaded top for small to medium light fixtures (8lbs max).
Fiilex 301 3-Light P360 LED Kit (Reservation Required)
The Fiilex P360 is a professional-grade LED light kit that is ideal for studio video/photography projects. The kit is restricted to use in the Innovation Studio and can be setup by itself or as supplementary lighting. The kit includes 3 LED light heads (3000-5600K) with barndoors as well as a softbox.
The Fiilex light kit may only be used in the Jones Media Center's Innovation Studio. Email Jones.Media.Center@dartmouth.edu to request.
Stabilizers
Zhiyun-Tech WEEBILL-S Gimbal Stabilizer (Reservation Required)
NOTE: First time users are required to schedule a training session prior to check-out.
The Zhiyun WEEBILL-S is a compact, handheld 3-axis gimbal stabilizer designed for mirrorless and DSLR camera lens combos weighing up to 7.5lbs. For projects using the Canon 6D, please request this gimbal.
DJI OM 4 Smartphone Gimbal (Reservation Required)
The DJI OM 4 Smartphone Gimbal is a foldable stabilizer designed to compliment your smartphone. Magnetic, ultra-compact with easy-to-use features.
Smooth-3 Smartphone Stabilizer (Reservation Required)
The Smooth-3 Smartphone Stabilizer makes it easy to get motion and tracking shots while shooting with a smartphone.
Zhiyun-Tech Crane v2 for DSLRs (Reservation Required)
The Crane v2 is a 3-axis handheld gimbal stabilizer for DSLR and mirrorless cameras weighing up to 3.9 lb. It allows for 360° rotation along all three axes and offers button-powered, continuous rotation along the pan axis.
Lenses
14mm T3.1 Rokinon Cine DS Lens (Reservation Required)
This ultra-lightweight prime lens provides complete manual control with focus and aperture rings. The 14mm focal length produces a ultra wide-angle image.
Include request when reserving to use JMC DSLR cameras.
16mm T2.6 Rokinon Cine DS Lens Lens (Reservation Required)
This ultra-lightweight prime lens provides complete manual control with focus and aperture rings. The 16mm focal length produces a super wide-angle image.
Include request when reserving to use JMC DSLR cameras.
Canon 16-35mm F/2.8L IS III USM Lens (Reservation Required)
This workhorse wide-angle zoom lens utilizes a trio of aspherical elements and two ultra-low dispersion glass elements to control a variety of aberrations for high sharpness and clarity.
Include request when reserving to use JMC DSLR cameras.
24mm T1.5 Rokinon Cine DS Lens (Reservation Required)
This ultra-lightweight prime lens provides complete manual control with focus and aperture rings. The 24mm focal length produces an ultra wide-angle image.
Include request when reserving to use JMC DSLR cameras.
35mm T1.5 Cine DS Lens (Reservation Required)
This ultra-lightweight prime lens provides complete manual control with focus and aperture rings. Its shorter focal length produces a wide-angle image.
Include request when reserving to use JMC DSLR cameras.
50mm T1.5 Cine DS Lens (Reservation Required)
This ultra-lightweight prime lens provides complete manual control with focus and aperture rings. Its 50mm focal length produces a standard image.
Include request when reserving to use JMC DSLR cameras.
85mm T1.5 Cine DS Lens (Reservation Required)
This ultra-lightweight prime lens provides complete manual control with focus and aperture rings. Its 85mm focal length produces a close, portrait image.
Include request when reserving to use JMC DSLR cameras.
100mm F/2.8 Macro Lens (Reservation Required)
Ideal for macro shooting, this lens offers a life-size 1:1 maximum magnification along with a minimum focusing distance of 11.8" to suit working with close-up subjects. The lens is also well-suited for portraiture and other mid-range subjects.
Include request when reserving to use JMC DSLR cameras.
135mm T2.2 Cine Lens (Reservation Required)
This prime lens provides complete manual control with focus and aperture rings.
Include request when reserving to use JMC DSLR cameras.
Canon 70-200mm Zoom Lens (Reservation Required)
This 70-200mm f/2.8 telephoto lens is characterized by its optical image stabilization, quiet autofocus motor, and its versatile focal length.
Include request when reserving to use JMC DSLR cameras.
Other Gear
SmallHD 5” FOCUS Monitor (Reservation Required)
The SmallHD FOCUS is a 5” DSLR monitor with a bright display, convenient mounting, and professional software tools including focus assist, waveforms, pixel zoom, false color, and more.
Akai Midi Keyboard
The new MPK mini is an ultra-compact keyboard controller designed for the traveling musician and the desktop producer. With an array of hardware controls, MPK mini lets you record, compose, and perform with virtual instruments, effect plugins, and DAWs whenever inspiration strikes.
Available at the Media Services desk or
Click to request or reserve.
Videogame Consoles
XBox One
Available at the Media Services desk:
Click to request or reserve.
Xbox One S
Available at the Media Services desk: Click to request or reserve.
Wii U
Available at the Media Services desk: Click to request or reserve.
PlayStation 4
Available at the Media Services desk: Click to request or reserve.
Nintendo Switch
Available at the Media Services desk: Click to request or reserve.
Specialty Equipment
Hard drives
- Hard drives are available for students working on assigned course media projects and can be loaned for the term.
Microphones
- Record live sound (voiceover) with our USB Headset Microphones or USB Tabletop Microphones. Record audio with Audacity or use the voiceover tool in iMovie.
Sony HD video deck
- Import high definition (HD) footage from miniDV tape with the SONY HD video deck.
Memory Card Reader
- The ATech XM-37U USB 3.0 multiformat card reader supports a wide range of flash memory cards, including SD cards, compact flash, memory stick, xD, and microSD cards
Flatbed Scanner
- Scan photos and documents. Maximum size: 8.5" x 11.7". Supports photos, slides, negatives strips, and other film types.
Drawing Tablets
- Use an electronic drawing tablet to sketch directly into Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign.