Rent one of the most complete Aaton Aminima kits anywhere in the world.

The Aaton Aminima is a small form factor S16mm camera launched in 1999 and has been used in documentaries and feature films including The Hurt Locker, La La Land, City of God, Old Joy, The Constant Gardener, and Moonrise Kingdom.

The camera has an ergonomic form (245mm x 140mm x 110mm), and is lightweight (2kg with battery and film) making it great for handheld work.

Features include crystal control for audio syncing, a high speed mode (up to 50FPS), light meter, 172.8 degree shutter, PL Mount, B&W video assist out, intervalometer, Aminima power base extension with Lemo 5 and 6 connectors and 3/8” threads for a mattebox / accessories.

This camera has a good history having been owned by the BBC in the UK before us. It’s been recently serviced by an ex-Aaton employee based in the Netherlands.

The kit includes:
Aaton Aminima body
Three x batteries
Two x battery chargers
Three x magazines
Hand grip
Carry handle
Power base extension

The kit can be provided with spools for winding film for an additional charge.

Optional Equipment:
Chrosziel handle and bars
Bright Tangerine matte box
Bright Tangerine black hole donut
Bright Tangerine carbon flag
Manfrotto tripod

Optional Lenses:
Zeiss Distagon Mark I
9mm, 12mm, 16mm, 25mm

Optional Audio Equipment:
Radio mics, contact mics, hydrophones, and electromagnetic microphones are available on request.

Operator:
The camera can be supplied with an operator / supervisor / loader if required.

Location:
The kit is currently (2025) based on the West Coast in North America but I often travel to the EU (Germany) and UK so drop off is possible.

Please contact me ben (at) benevansjames.com