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CINE GEAR EXPO 2024

Technical Award Winners

The 2024 Cine Gear Expo team of judges is pleased to recognize and honor these diverse recipients with this year’s Cine Gear Expo’s Technical Awards

List of winners

Camera Bodies

WINNER

EOS C400
by Canon

Camera Accessories

WINNER

KineticGlass
by KhanØptic

Honorable Mention

PD Pro
by Core SWX

Camera Lenses

WINNER

FUJINON Duvo™ Portable PL Mount Zoom Lenses
(HZK14-100mm and HZK24-300mm)
by FUJIFILM

Support Technology

WINNER

Flight Head Flash
by Filmotechnic

Honorable Mention

Grip Rail
by Matthews Studio Equipment

Lighting Technology

WINNER

Netron EN6IP
by Elation Professional

Post-Production Technology

WINNER

Quantum32
by SmallHD

Honorable Mention

InviziGrain
by InviziPro

Other Technology

WINNER

ViewScreen Studio and ViewScreen Scout
by Fuzzy Door Tech

Other Technology

WINNER

Piccola
by Hazebase

Judging Panel

Bill Megalos

Bradley Stonesifer

Dwight D. Campbell

Jeff Siljenberg

Joe Lewis

John Paul Mayer

Kelsey Jonikas

Orlando Hernandez

Peter Santoro

Sarah Priestnall

Gabriel Mays

AbelCine Director of Rental
As Director of Rental, Gabriel Mays oversees growth of Rental by nurturing business relationships and unifying the customer experience nationwide. In his previous role as the LA Rental Manager, Gabriel worked with producers, cinematographers, and assistant camera operators to provide the highest level of customer service possible. He also ensured that all their equipment needs are met on budget. Before coming to AbelCine in 2015, Gabriel previously worked as a Communications Instructor and Electronic Media Engineer at a private university. He taught various courses in electronic media, including film, broadcasting, and digital arts. Gabriel is an award-winning cinematographer, director, producer, and editor known for his innovative research and implementation of new film techniques. He was also one of the first to implement HDSLR cameras into filmmaking. He has been the cinematographer on dozens of independent films, documentaries, and music videos.