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BEAUTIFUL PRIVATE SHOOT SPACES IN CENTRAL DUBAI.


  • TRAVEL WITH BATTERIES?

    Know the rules before flying!

    We have an increasing number of clients travelling from Dubai with gear that require rechargeable batteries. Don’t make the same error as one of our renters of putting batteries in your checked baggage - you will have these confiscated.

    As we understand it these are the current rules - You can travel with an unlimited number of batteries of less than 100Wh (provided they are not for resale). Just make sure that you aren’t exceeding the weight limit. On MOST airlines you can also take 2 large lithium batteries that are between 101 and 150Wh but we recommend taking documentation to support their intended use and put tape over any bare terminals.

    Profoto usefully publish documentation to support you when flying with their lighting and batteries (see link below)

  • WE ARE NOW IN KSA

    Professional shoot support now available in the Kingdom.

    We now have Crew and Gear in the Kingdom. We are constantly adding to our presence and are already supporting productions all over KSA.

    Contact us to get advice on shooting in the Kingdom and get your productions started.

  • WE ARE HIRING

    Join the most respected crew in the region and work here there and everywhere!

    HotColdStudio in Dubai - Team Vacancies:

    HotCold Studio needs to add to our professional team ( in-house or freelance opportunities possible) to work on productions in the UAE and regionally. We are currently seeking Digitecs and Lighting Assistants. Please READ the job descriptions; before applying; if you possess the required experience and skills we would love to hear from you at [email protected]

    DIGITECS

    Digitecs (AKA Digital Assistant, Digital Tech, Data Wrangler etc) must have experience working with Capture One Pro on Mac OS and her well-versed in dealing with and organising the high volumes of data created during tethered shooting. I would be preferable to have a good working knowledge of Nikon, Canon and Sony DSLRs / Mirrorless Cameras- the ideal candidates would be experienced with Phase One Cameras and Backs. A driving license would be great; butot a deal breaker.

    LIGHTING ASSISTANTS

    Lighting Assistants should have a good working knowledge of professional strobe equipment; preferably Profoto - transition for assistants with more experience on Broncolor / Elinchrom would be easy). Those with additional knowledge of continuous lighting ( Aputure, Arri, KinoFlo, etc.) will be given priority; as will those who can demonstrate experience and understanding of the setup and use of lighting and grip in the Studio and on Location.

  • INOVATIV CARTS & ACCESSORIES NOW IN RENTAL & SALES

    Get to know the ultimate DIT workstation / do anything cart range.

    We are pleased to announce that after using Inovativ carts in Rental and finding them to be head and shoulders above their imitators we have been appointed Sole retailer in the UAE & Regional Distributor.

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    If you are not familiar with Inovativ then pop down and see them - they are the favourite amongst DIT’s worldwide for good reason. From my point of view this really does come under my Dad’s mantra “nobody regrets buying quality”. We have had customers who have bought into knock offs and they admit they just don’t come close. It’s a real professional workhorse.

    Contact our sales team team for Rental or Sales Enquires.

  • ECOFLOW BATTERIES ARE IN STOCK NOW

    Fast Delivery and Great Prices..

    It’s winter and the demand is high for mobile power solutions - not just location shooters but the camping and RV community are getting to know why Ecoflow are number one in mobile power.

    Also available in Rental.

  • WHY HIFI?

    Creativity loves great sounds.....we're upgrading ours.

    It’s no secret - most creatives love music. That’s why Studios A,B & XL have their own sound systems. Our systems our showing their age so it’s time for an upgrade. First to benefit is Studio A with a cracking new JBL speaker system and 130W amp. Stream your Music Via WIFI or Bluetooth, using Airplay & Spotify.

    So we cranked it up and honestly it sounds great with a really involving sound that can only add to the shoot vibe - impressively it also sounds great when at low levels as well. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.


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LIMITED STOCK IN SHOWROOM NOW


Inovativ carts are one of this products that you were doing just fine without - until you get to try one and then; as they say, there is no going back. There are plenty of imitators at a lower price but this fits well and truly into another phrase “ nobody regrets buying quality” Workflow and how you do it is so important to the creative process and this is a very satisfying product to use.

We have three types of cart currently in stock and in multiple sizes - Plus we have Digisystem Cases and Plates and other wonderful pieces of grip to mount monitors etc.

VOYAGER

The Voyager mobile workstation provides a secure and adaptable workspace that can be conveniently collapsed and transported to any location.

APOLLO

Built to last and designed for customization, the Apollo mobile workstation is the perfect solution for professionals who need a spacious and sturdy workspace that can be tailored to meet their specific production demands.

AXIS

Axis Systems offer the most modular flexibility for a workstation centered around a stand.

DIGISYSTEMS

If you are a Photographer or Digital Tech looking for a mobile, portable computer workstation, DigiSystems is for you.

It can be quite complicated to work out what model suits you best and the choices can be bewildering so we recommend coming over and get a feel for each model - you won’t regret it:) For a really detailed dive into all possible configurations please visit the Inovativ Website - link below.


NEW TO US?

WE GET YOU.

HotCold Studio was built by Photographers to really provide the kind of service, people, gear & spaces that make a genuine difference to Photographers and their workflow (while taking good care of clients, suppliers & talent). This is a tough industry and we know your path, your job and and pressures. Everyone from Newbie to Seasoned Pro gets the same friendly professional treatment all served up with great Coffee.

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To talk to us right now - during normal working hours use the chat bubble on the bottom right or email us for a quick reply.


TABBY NOW AVAILABLE

INTEREST FREE PAYMENTS FOR RENTAL & SALES PAYMENTS


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Tabby lets you split your purchases into 4 interest-free payments, online and at HotCold Studio.

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LATEST FROM PHASE ONE

SHIPPING NOW

XT-Rodenstock HR Digaron-W 4.0/40mm Tilt


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The XT-Rodenstock HR Digaron-W 4.0/40mm Tilt is dedicated to impeccable landscape photography, offering outstanding sharpness and unbeatable image quality.

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40MM TILT BROCHURE
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Available to order now. For more details and pricing please contact our Phase One Specialist [email protected]


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We are constantly updating our Aputure lighting - if you are not used to working with them please give us a call for a demo - they must be a thorn in the side for Profoto as so many Phototgraphers are using them for stills and are now a f firm favourite for Video as they are lightweight, Bright, High CRI and not power hungry.


ASTERA TITAN & HELIOS TUBE KITS

RENTAL FAVORITES

TITAN TUBE KIT HAS SO MANY POSSIBILITIES FOR STIILS AND VIDEO CREATIVES.


With up to 20 Hours Battery life and everything controlled from the app these tubes help you work fast.

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Great for achieving all sorts of effects from a simple hand held fill ,convincing simulations of reflected TV light / Emergency Vehicle Scenes / Paparazzi flashes etc. and complex Film, Stage and Events programmes with Beat Matching.

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Tube Dimensions: Ø42 mm x 1035 mm | Ø1.6” x H40.7”

HELIOS TUBE KIT FOR MORE PORTABILITY & FLEXIBILITY


Most of the important features of its bigger brother the Helios is 36W instead of 72W, without wired DMX but with the advantages of fantastic portability

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Tube Dimensions: Ø42 mm x 550 mm | Ø1.6” x H21.7”

LICENSED WALKIE-TALKIES

NOW IN RENTAL

ALL OUR RADIOS ARE TRA APPROVED / LICENSED


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PROFESSIONAL GRADE CRYSTAL CLEAR ANALOG & DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS

We tested a lot of Walkie-Talkies to make sure we got the right tool to support your shoots and without the risk of a very hefty fine.

In dense buildings like offices and hotels to built up city streets - several blocks apart - these performed really well. In car to car and desert shoots these work with the same clarity but over greater distances. Switchable from Analogue to Digital Channels in case of interference although we found the last 8 Digital Channels to be crystal clear in all conditions.

Available with PTT (Push-to Talk) Earpieces to enable you to clip a radio to your belt etc.

We tested a lot of Walkie-Talkies to make sure we got the right tool to support your shoots and without the risk of a very hefty fine.

In dense buildings like offices and hotels to built up city streets - several blocks apart - these performed really well. In car to car and desert shoots these work with the same clarity but over greater distances. Switchable from Analogue to Digital Channels in case of interference although we found the last 8 Digital Channels to be crystal clear in all conditions.

Available with PTT (Push-to Talk) Earpieces to enable you to clip a radio to your belt etc.

CAPTURE ONE PRO 23 NOW AVAILABLE

NOW WITH HDR MERGING, PANORAMA STITCHING, AI POWERED AUTO-ROTATE & WIRELESS TETHERING

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SHOOT MORE...SPEND LESS.

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Ecoflow have now become our most popular battery power supply and for good reason - this is the new Hyperjuice but on steroids - If you are outside then the Solar Power top up is great but if you have access to mains these recharge very quickly - lets us know what you want to power and for how long and we will set you up with the right model in Rental & Sales.

NEW - BACKGROUND AND SET PAGE

Our new Sets & Background page details all the colour swatches for Seamless Background Paper, Set Building information and details on our now available Quick Backdrop / Floor System.

NEW - QUICK BACKDROP & FLOOR SYSTEM

Switch backgrounds and floors in minutes, at a fraction of the cost of regular set builds.

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Switch Wall and Floors within minutes making set changes rapid and so much cheaper than regular flats and floors. All built round a huge mobile wall on wheels with sizes of 4.57m (Width) x 2.74m (Height) & 2.44 x 3m (can be hung / laid down vertically or horizontally in most cases). Available in Studio XL now.

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We have the latest Max Spec MacBook Pros and the previous Max Spec versions if you don't need so much fire power and want to save a little on rental.

Plus i-Work Cases and Hyperjuice Batteries to keep everything safe and powered up for uninterrupted days of mains free shoot / edit time.

For your quote and special retes for long term rentals please drop us a mail or send a message in live chat for an instant response (or rapid reply if we are busy).

PROP RENTAL

NEW STOCK ADDED FREQUENTLY.

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    NOW AVAILABLE CAPTURE ONE PRO 22

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    SHOOT PERMITS - ONLINE

    APPLY HERE

    APPLY NOW IN 7 ONLINE STEPS


    Now you can apply through us with fast efficient service, transparent pricing and online upload & payment.

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    APPLY ONLINE NOW

    NEW CUSTOMER?

    OPEN A RENTAL ACCOUNT NOW.

    EASY AS 1-2-3

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    UNINTERRUPTIBLE* POWER SUPPLY


    IN RENTAL NOW

    POWER FAILURE & SPIKE PROTECTION. KEEP SHOOTING & KEEP BACKING UP.

    POWER FAILURE & SPIKE PROTECTION. KEEP SHOOTING & KEEP BACKING UP.

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    BUY + RENT

    Your Regional Partner.


    Book a test drive today. Trade-in, Finance & advice all served up with Coffee

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    FOUR STUDIOS

    BEAUTIFUL. FUNCTIONAL.


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    The D2 - World’s fastest monolight with TTL


    Drop into test, rent or buy all with Coffee. Finance options available.

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    THE ONLY MONITOR


    INDUSTRY REFERENCE SELF CALIBRATING MONITORS

  • PRINT STATION


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    IN RENTAL NOW

    PROOF YOUR SHOOT.

    TURN YOUR SHOOT INTO AN EVENT.

    TURN YOUR EVENT INTO A PRINT PARTY.

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    ONLINE PRINT PRICE CALCULATOR

    GICLÉE PRINTING

    ARCHIVAL FINE ART PRINTING

    DIGIGRAPHIE® CERTIFIED


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    SHOOT CLUB

    SHOOT MORE. PAY LESS.


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    BEAUTIFUL CREW*

    Certified Digi-Tecs, Lighting Assistants & CREW


    *Now available with or without beards. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

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    INNOVATIVE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOLUTIONS.


    IN STORE + ONLINE

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    MAC BOOK PRO


    IN RENTAL NOW

    TOP SPEC All Rammed Up with Capture One Pro Installed.

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    CANON

    MASSIVE RENTAL STOCK. FINANCE AVAILABLE ON PURCHASES.


    All the bodies, accessories and a huge range of lenses in rental now.

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    UNDERWATER HOUSINGS


    DSLR, Mirrorless & Phase One Medium Format.

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    PRO-10

    THE KING OF THE MAINS POWERED STROBE JUNGLE


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    NIKON


    Everything Nikon. All the bodies, all the lenses and now the new mirrorless Z6 & Z7

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    A7RIII


    Metabones adaptor for Canon Lenses available.

    IN RENTAL NOW

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    FINANCE YOUR GEAR.

    AVAILABLE FOR WORKING PROFESSIONALS.

    INCLUDES WWD ALL RISKS GEAR INSURANCE*


    Finance your purchases with IT finance Specialist Grenke.

    *WWD all risks insurance for only 1% premium annually. Finance periods up to 5 Years.

    Talk to us re your quote on financing.

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NOW IN STORE & ONLINE

INNOVATATIVE & BEAUTIFULLY ENGINEERED TRIPODS WITH A FIVE YEAR WARRANTY


New to 3LT? Not so well know in this region until now; in Europe and the States they have carved a solid reputation for beautifully engineered and relevant tripods backed up by a reassuring 5 Year Global Warranty.

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BUILT FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS.

FUELED BY COFFEE.

HOPEFULLY APPRECIATED.

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    They have everything you need for photo rental. Nice equipped studios too. Staff is amazing and serving the best Coffee in town :) I'm working with them for years now, hotcold studio never disappointed me.
    Thomas SAITO - Photographer
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    All the equipment we rented was well maintained and worked well. Ahmed was a excellent Digi Tech and was an asset to our shoot. Overall 5 stars and would definitely use them again.
    Guy Dixon - Photographer
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    You and your team deserve recognition for innovation, reliability, integrity and general goodwill. You serve great Coffee too!
    Erik Thornsen - Photographer
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    Brilliant service, communication and equipment. I would highly recommend for anyone looking to rent photo gear.
    Andrew Ferguson - Photographer
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    Best studio and gear rental.... Period!
    Oz Newcombe - Photographer
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    Best studio! Wonderful, helpful staff, all the gear you'll ever need. Staff always help you with a smile.
    Jacqui Nightscales - Photographer
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    Very lovely studio. I love the organization, the staff is all well versed In the equipment and ready to lend a hand. They have a day light studio which is stunning. The studios are all very comfortable for those long shoots.
    Alysia Knowles
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    Equipment, studio rental and service is great.
    Oliver Doran - Photographer
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    Thankyou @hotcoldrental for making my life super easy with the crew, lights and action.
    Katarina Premfors - Photographer
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    Now that's service! Great gear delivery from Hot and Cold with a coffee delivery as well! Shot guys!!
    Dave Kennedy - Photographer
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    Perfect service, nice people :) extremely good coffee ;)
    Rafał Makieła - Photographer & Ikelite Ambasador
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    Excellent service, great equipment, and accommodating staff. Thumbs up!
    Arvy Diana - Owner / CEO of Arvy Events
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    You guys are awesome. Such a positive energy and truly a great place to be.
    Abigail Lawson - Photographer
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    I have been shooting at HotCold several times - their facilities are absolutely wonderful, the staff truly amazing, extremely helpful & friendly.
    Andrea Belluso - Fashion & Beauty Photographer

NEW OPENING HOURS

MONDAY - FRIDAY: 0800 - 1900

SATURDAY: 0900 - 1800

SUNDAY: CLOSED

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You can call or visit us during working hours: +971 4 347 9820 . We are open Mon - Fri 08:00 - 19:00 and Sat 09:00 - 18.00 although often later and through holidays, so if you are out of normal hours it’s still worth a try:)
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