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Diffusion filters have been helping cinematographers create their look for generations, but now more than ever - with sensors advancing - we think they’re a really good option for all production and camera sizes.

Colour critical, durable and efficient, the Flanders Scientific DM170 production monitor has one of the most advanced feature sets in the industry.

One of our latest additions to accompany the EF mount version is the Arri PL mount Laowa 24mm f/14 2x Macro Probe lens which can provide a wide-angle a 'buys eye' view at an 84.1-degree field of view to allow the background surroundings to be included in the shot.

We have a number of vacancies currently available at Direct.

Please see our careers page for full information

We’re open for business!  As part of our commitment to providing our clients, visitors, and employees with a safe experience while in our facilities, we have updated our operations policies & procedures.

Cooke S4 optics offer superb optical and mechanical performance, control of flare, distortion, veiling glare and spherical aberrations at full aperture. The cam-type focus mechanism allows for smooth focus adjustments.

If you dream of a pocket camera, small, light, compact, powerful while having a limited budget.

We all love the K5600 800w Jokerbug, it's such a versatile fixture. In addition to the standard PAR reflector, the Jokerbug comes with a set of 4 lenses to further modulate the light.

CineEye is a transmission solution, designed to transform your smartphone or tablet into a portable professional monitor. Compatible with both IOS and Android, Accsoon’s CineEye can connect up to 4 devices simultaneously and last up to 4 hours on a single charge.

New in stock! We’ve just added ESPER’s TriggerBox to our array of high-quality kit which cleverly allows you to trigger x6 cameras simultaneously or, more accurately, to within 0.000002 seconds.*

Joining our wide range of lighting stock is the amazing F8-100 from Zylight, a Fresnel LED Fixture which is field or studio friendly.

After several months of work and investment, we are pleased to introduce you to our new Moving Image department!

Since 2013 and the introduction of its first two full-format hybrids, Sony has been revolutionising the market by offering serious competition to the SLRs that had previously held the upper hand.

Since establishing our Moving Image department a few years ago, our focus has been on giving our clients a great experience. While this includes attentive customer service and a constantly evolving range of equipment, we also want to ensure you're equipped with the tools you need.

Litepanels’ versatile Gemini panels are now available at Direct Digital! These 1x1 soft panels feature the same characteristics as the larger 2x1 lights (which we also carry!) but with a smaller 5.6kg build. 

Our brand-new supply of Aladdin Bi-Flex M7s has arrived! Coming in a 30x30cm panel (and less than 5cm thick!), Micro LED Technology means the 1x1 panel can now pack in 70W of power instead of the original 50W! 

Slide your way into a great shot! This 48” ultra-high precision slider features ground stainless steel runners and rollers and is the industry standard.

This is a great little battery monobloc providing 250W (or 5x power of a speedlight) in a very compact unit. The batteries charge in under 90mins and offer up to 400 full power flashes

The Astera Titan tubes are the newest innovation in wireless LED tube lighting technology.
The new Titan tubes offer over twice the power of the previous AX-1 tubes and have a higher colour correctness expected for high end stills and filming work.

As well as bolstering our Briese stocks with more Focus Reflectors, HMI kits, and the 5K Tungsten, we have placed stock in our Manchester office. In addition, we have received a few of the new patent Focus.2 reflector range: