By Scott Lehane
Panavision announced that it was purchasing Joe Dunton & Co.’s entire inventory of cameras, lenses, grip, and video assist equipment.
Company founders Joe Dunton and Lester Dunton will join Panavision’s executive ranks upon completion of the transaction. Joe Dunton & Co. has rental facilities in London and Wilmington, N.C.
“With the acquisition of these assets, Panavision will expand its inventory of high-end film cameras and lenses to support its growing worldwide business,” said Bob Beitcher, president and CEO of Panavision.
The purchase includes all film camera equipment owned by JDC, along with a wide assortment of spherical and anamorphic lenses and camera accessories.
Written by Scott Lehane