SCENE 01 / WIRE CAM SYSTEMS
Wire Cam Systems
Cable-suspended cameras for dynamic overhead coverage.
Wire cam systems hang cameras on motorized cable rigs for sweeping overhead shots, dramatic reveals, and dynamic tracking moves across large spaces. The cameras follow stable, repeatable paths that cover distances and heights well beyond the reach of cranes or dollies.
We source wire cam systems and skilled rigging crews to match your venue and your shot list. Our team handles installation, safety certification, and rehearsals so the rig delivers smooth, reliable camera movement on the day.
Capabilities
Wire Cam Services
Spidercam and cable camera solutions for any venue.
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Wire Systems
- Spidercam rigs
- Single-line systems
- Multi-point cable
- 3D movement
- High-speed capable
Dynamic Flight
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Camera Heads
- Stabilized gimbals
- Remote operation
- Pan/tilt/roll
- Focus control
- Live monitoring
Full Control
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Applications
- Stadium coverage
- Concert filming
- Sports broadcast
- Film production
- Large events
Any Venue
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Support
- Technical crews
- Rigging teams
- Safety officers
- Installation
- Operations
Expert Teams
Fly Through Any Space
Capabilities
Our Process
Venue Survey
We assess the space, the rigging points, and what the cable run needs.
System Design
We design the wire cam setup around the coverage you want.
Installation
Our riggers build and safety-certify the cable system for the shoot.
Operation
Our team runs the rig during production with live camera control.
On Location
Spidercam and cable-cam coverage across France
Wire-cam systems reach shots that cranes and drones cannot — the dynamic, low sweep over a stadium pitch, the quiet overhead pass that préfecture drone rules block in central Paris, and the diagonal track across an arena crowd. We deploy Spidercam Light, Aerial 3D, and the larger SR2 packages at Stade de France, Parc des Princes, Roland-Garros, Accor Arena, and the Zénith circuit, plus the Cannes Lions main stage. For concert tours, we also work the Olympia and Paris La Défense Arena.
Rigging is the heart of the work. Our installs are run by certified IRATA and SFETH technicians who survey the anchor structure, work out cable tensions with safety margins above the broadcast standard, and sign off the rig before talent walks under it. The camera head is a stabilised gimbal — a Newton, ARRI SRH-3, or Shotover G1. It carries broadcast bodies for live sports and a Sony Venice 2 or ARRI Alexa Mini LF for cinema-grade event records. Focus, iris, pan-tilt-roll, and zoom all run on remote control back at the broadcast village.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a wire cam/Spidercam?
Wire cams, such as Spidercam, are cameras hung on cables strung between several anchor points. The rig changes the length of each cable, which lets the camera move freely in 3D space—side to side, up and down, and everywhere in between.
What venues suit wire cam systems?
Wire cams work in any venue with solid anchor points—stadiums, arenas, concert halls, large studios, and outdoor events. They are especially valuable where a crane or drone is not practical or not allowed.
How fast can wire cams move?
Modern wire cam systems reach impressive speeds, and Spidercam rigs can travel at over 30 km/h while keeping the footage stable. That speed makes them ideal for following fast action in sports and live event coverage.
What about safety?
Safety comes first. Wire cam systems use backup cables, automatic tension tracking, and fail-safe mechanisms. Our crews are certified riggers who follow strict safety rules for overhead systems.
Can wire cams work outdoors?
Yes, with the right weather planning. Wire cams suit outdoor events, festivals, and open-air film shoots. Wind limits apply, so we watch conditions throughout the shoot.
What camera packages are available?
Wire cams can carry many camera packages, from broadcast cameras to cinema cameras, depending on the system's capacity. Each one sits on a stabilized gimbal with remote control of pan, tilt, zoom, and focus.
Related Services
Productions in France that need this often pair it with Cable Cam Systems, Aerial Drone Services, and Helicopter Filming for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Portable Power Solutions and Camera & Cinematography.
On Set
Need Wire Cam Coverage?
Tell us about your venue and we'll design the perfect cable camera solution.