Experience That Shows

 

Over 25 years of aerial cinematography experience

 

Feature films

Documentaries

Commercials

Sport

Drama

Rides

High-end corporate productions

 

Small Crews. Big Results

Lean, multi-skilled aerial crews move faster, adapt quickly, and deliver results without unnecessary cost.

Award-winning aerial cinematographer Peter Thompson can rig, operate, manage technical systems, and handle data workflows as required.

 

Proven performance in complex and demanding filming environments

 

 

 

WORKING WITH YOUR TEAM

Your DoP Operates Our Shotover F1?

We regularly support productions where the lead Director of Photography operates the Shotover F1 for aerial sequences.

We work collaboratively with experienced crews and provide technical support for those new to gyro-stabilised aerial camera systems. Our team ensures safe operation, optimal system performance, and seamless integration into the wider production workflow.

 

Equipment Rental

Our Shotover F1 and Cineflex V14 gyro-stabilised gimbals are available for hire in New Zealand, with equipment configured and supported to meet professional production requirements.

Please contact us to discuss your technical needs.

 

Aerial Stock Footage

Aeroptics maintains an extensive library of aerial stock footage, much of which has never been publicly released. If you’re sourcing aerial imagery, please get in touch to discuss available material.

 

Production Planning

We provide early-stage aerial production support, including:

Location scouting and recces

Coordination with local filming pilots

Integration with your preferred production partners

 

Please contact us to discuss your next project

 

 

 

 

World-Class Aerial Camera Systems

We operate Shotover F1 and Cineflex V14 gyro-stabilised camera systems, supporting a wide range of current cinema & television camera and lens combinations.

In addition to standard configurations, we develop bespoke aerial camera solutions in-house to meet specialised technical challenges.

Tell us your camera and lens requirements for available options.

 

Helicopter-Mounted Shotover F1

High-performance helicopter integration without compromising aircraft speed, range, or manoeuvrability. Designed for long-lens aerial cinematography, air-to-air filming, and complex tracking sequences.

 

Vehicle-Mounted Shotover F1

Gyro-stabilised vehicle-mounted camera system delivering exceptionally stable imagery for on-road and off-road filming, including high-speed tracking and wildlife work.

 

Marine-Mounted Shotover F1

Custom-engineered marine mounts for large vessels and small boats, enabling stable cinematic filming from polar oceans to tropical lagoons.

 

 

NEW ZEALAND & INTERNATIONAL AERIAL FILMING

New Zealand

Based in Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago, we provide professional aerial cinematography services throughout New Zealand, working with a trusted nationwide network of filming pilots and helicopter operators.

Global Assignments

 

We have completed aerial filming projects in approximately 75 countries across all seven continents, from dense jungles to both polar ice caps. Our aerial camera systems travel as accompanied airline excess baggage, enabling efficient global deployment.