Quick Summary: ARRI ALEXA 35 Rental
Get the essential facts for your next high-dynamic-range Florida shoot:
The ARRI Alexa 35 rental in Florida is the most technically demanding booking we fulfill at Moving Picture Rental, and one of the most rewarding. When a DP calls asking for the Alexa 35, the conversation is not about whether the camera can do the job. It’s about what the production needs to build around it.
The ARRI Alexa 35 rental in Florida puts a 4.6K Super 35 ALEV 4 sensor with 17 stops of dynamic range on your production, 2.5 more stops than previous ALEXA cameras, split between 1.5 in the highlights and 1 in the shadows. For productions shooting in Miami, that dynamic range gap is not a spec sheet number. Florida’s punishing high-contrast sunlight (direct noon sun at +17 EV, deep shadow at 0 EV) used to eat cameras alive. The Alexa 35’s ALEV 4 sensor handles that spread with film-like highlight roll-off. No clipping, no crushed shadows, no exposure split decisions that box you in post.
The other thing that defines this camera is REVEAL Color Science. ARRI rebuilt the entire image pipeline from the ground up: new debayering algorithm, new color engine (ACE4), new wide gamut color space (AWG4), and the LogC4 tonal curve. Skin tones at any color temperature, highly saturated neon signage, the cyan of a pool in direct sun: REVEAL Color Science tracks all of it with accuracy that previous ALEXA cameras could not achieve. For Fort Lauderdale commercial work where color grade precision is scrutinized frame by frame, this is the camera.
In-camera ARRI Textures give DPs something no other digital cinema camera offers: the ability to select grain character and contrast response at the point of capture, the way a film loader used to select a stock. If your Orlando narrative shoot needs a specific organic texture baked in-camera, not applied in the DI, the ARRI Alexa 35 rental in Florida delivers it natively: no other digital cinema camera offers this.
Every Alexa 35 that leaves our Fort Lauderdale prep bay is firmware-updated to the current SUP release, back-focus checked on the bench, sensor cleaned, and tested against the lens package you’re renting. If your shoot is in Tampa and something goes sideways on day one, you have our direct line, not a voicemail box. We’ve been running camera rentals across Florida since 1987. That experience is in the prep, not just the inventory.
The Alexa 35 uses an LPL mount with a PL-to-LPL adapter, giving you access to the entire Super 35 cinema lens catalog: modern and vintage, spherical and anamorphic. We stock Cooke S4/i Prime S35 Lenses for the warm, organic Cooke Look that pairs beautifully with REVEAL Color Science, and ARRI/Zeiss Ultra Primes when your DP needs a cleaner, more clinical image. Choosing Super 35 is not a compromise. It’s access to the deepest bench of proven glass in the world.
For full official specs from the manufacturer, please visit ARRI.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Sensor | 4.6K Super 35 ARRI ALEV 4 CMOS |
| Dynamic Range | 17 stops (1.5 stops more in highlights, 1 stop in shadows vs. previous ALEXAs) |
| Color Science | ARRI REVEAL Color Science + LogC4 |
| Max Resolution | 4608 x 3164 (Open Gate) / 4096 x 2304 (4K 16:9) |
| Recording Formats | 19 formats: ARRIRAW + MXF/Apple ProRes 422 HQ, 4444, 4444 XQ |
| Max Frame Rate | 120 fps at 4K / 75 fps at 4.6K Open Gate |
| ISO Range | EI 160 to 6400 (Enhanced Sensitivity Mode: EI 2560 to 6400) |
| ND Filters | 4-position motorized internal ND: Clear, 0.6, 1.2, 1.8 |
| Lens Mount | LPL (LBUS) with PL-to-LPL adapter included |
| Audio | 2x built-in mics, 1x 6-pin LEMO balanced stereo input |
| SDI Outputs | 2x 12G-SDI (BNC), independent monitoring outputs |
| Power | B-Mount / Gold Mount 24V; 12V + 24V accessory outputs |
| Media | Codex Compact Drive 1TB / 2TB |
| Weight | 2.9 kg / 6.4 lbs (body with LPL mount) |
| Operating Temp | -20°C to +45°C / -4°F to +113°F, splash and dust proof (IP 51) |
The two most common A-camera requests at Moving Picture Rental are the Alexa 35 and the ARRI Alexa Mini LF. Here’s how they differ for Florida productions:
| Feature | ARRI Alexa 35 | ARRI Alexa Mini LF |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Format | Super 35 (4.6K ALEV 4) | Large Format (4.5K ALEV 3 A2X) |
| Dynamic Range | 17 stops | 14+ stops |
| Color Science | REVEAL + LogC4 | REVEAL (via post processing) |
| Lens Ecosystem | All S35 + LF glass | Requires LF glass for full coverage |
| In-Camera ND | 4-position motorized ND | 4-position motorized ND |
| Max Resolution | 4.6K Open Gate | 4.5K Open Gate |
| Best For | High-contrast, narrative, commercial; punishing Florida sunlight | Large-format bokeh, premium streaming mandates |
| Availability at MPR | Available, call to confirm dates | Available, call to confirm dates |
Not sure which fits your shoot? Call us at 305-522-1361 and we will walk you through it.
Every ARRI Alexa 35 rental in Florida from Moving Picture Rental ships production-ready. Standard kit includes:
Need lenses, support, or lighting to go with it? Browse our full lens inventory, camera support options, and grip and lighting packages. Call us and we will build the full package for your shoot dates.
What dynamic range does the ARRI Alexa 35 offer?
The ARRI Alexa 35 delivers 17 stops of dynamic range (2.5 stops more than previous ALEXA cameras) with film-like highlight roll-off and deeper shadow performance, powered by the new ALEV 4 sensor.
What lenses are compatible with the ARRI Alexa 35?
The Alexa 35 uses an LPL mount with an included PL-to-LPL adapter, giving it access to virtually the entire catalog of Super 35 cinema lenses including Cooke S4/i Primes, ARRI/Zeiss Ultra Primes, and Angenieux zooms. EF and M-mount adapters are also available.
What recording formats does the ARRI Alexa 35 support?
The Alexa 35 supports both ARRIRAW and MXF/Apple ProRes across 19 recording formats, with resolutions up to 4.6K Open Gate and frame rates up to 120 fps at 4K.
Where can I rent the ARRI Alexa 35 in Florida?
Moving Picture Rental offers ARRI Alexa 35 rentals serving Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Orlando, and Tampa. Request a quote online and our team will build a custom package tailored to your production.
What ISO range is available on the ARRI Alexa 35?
The Alexa 35 offers a native ISO range of EI 160 to 6400, with an optional Enhanced Sensitivity Mode for available-light and night exterior shooting with remarkably low noise.
What is included in the ARRI Alexa 35 rental kit from Moving Picture Rental?
Every ARRI Alexa 35 rental from Moving Picture Rental ships production-ready and includes: camera body with LPL mount, PL-to-LPL adapter, MVF-2 electronic viewfinder, left-side operator display, two Codex Compact Drive 1TB media, four Gold Mount 24V batteries with charger, power distribution module, 12G-SDI monitor cables, and a hard case. Lens packages, camera support, and lighting can be added to the same order.
What is the difference between the ARRI Alexa 35 and the ARRI Alexa Mini LF?
The Alexa 35 uses a Super 35 sensor (4.6K ALEV 4) with 17 stops of dynamic range and REVEAL Color Science, giving access to the full S35 lens catalog. The Alexa Mini LF uses a Large Format sensor (4.5K ALEV 3) which produces a shallower depth of field and requires LF-covering lenses. The Alexa 35 is typically preferred for high-contrast Florida exteriors and productions prioritizing lens flexibility.
To get the most out of your ARRI Alexa 35 rental in Florida, we recommend pairing it with these tools from our inventory:
Lenses: Pair with the Cooke S4/i Prime S35 Lens Set for the warm Cooke Look that complements REVEAL Color Science on commercials and narrative work.
Key Lighting: Add the Aputure LS 1200d Pro for HMI-level daylight output on Florida exteriors, or the Aputure STORM 700x for full-output tunable white on standard household power.
Camera Support: Round out the package with O’Connor and Sachtler fluid heads, the standard for A-camera work at this level.
Moving Picture Rental delivers the ARRI ALEXA 35 rental to productions 7 days a week via Moving Picture Rental Miami, our core regional Fort Lauderdale lighting hub, and Moving Picture Rental Orlando. Because this premium 4.6K flagship camera package demands precision sensor calibration and detailed media prep, every camera bundle goes through rigorous bench-testing and pipeline verification within our facilities before being dispatched to your set.
Request your quote today: specify your target production preferences (such as ARRIRAW or ProRes drive capacities), note any modular lenses or wireless video transmitters required, and share your filming dates. Our camera tracking team will construct your custom equipment quote.
We also manage narrative location setups and high-end commercial requests through Moving Picture Rental Tampa and our dedicated equipment reserve at the Fort Myers camera gear pool 7 days a week. Whether shooting high-contrast exterior plates or tight studio frames, our logistics crews ensure your cinema packages arrive completely configured and on schedule.
17 stops of dynamic range, ALEV 4 imagery, and REVEAL color precision. The ARRI ALEXA 35 rental is the absolute cinema standard built to capture uncompromised frames.
“Experience the new gold standard in digital cinematography. The ARRI Alexa 35 features a groundbreaking 4K Super 35 sensor with 17 stops of dynamic range, surpassing all previous generations. Equipped with REVEAL Color Science and in-camera Textures, it allows DPs to craft a rich, organic image that stands up to aggressive grading.
Available now for rent in Miami, Orlando, and Tampa, this is the camera that redefines what is possible in high-end production.”