
Bill Mills - Digital Cinema
St. Petersburg, Florida
About Us
DP, Cinematographer & Phantom Cameraman/Tech Bill Mills offers camera, lighting, and production services for Florida, Georgia, the Caribbean, and the southeast. Bill can offer the Vision Research Phantom 4K Flex High-Speed Camera, as well as traditional 4K & HD camera systems with a wide array of specialized equipment including Gates and Aquatica custom underwater housings with a variety of camera options.
In addition to camera services, Bill is an experienced field producer and has managed numerous international productions for clients abroad who are not able to travel to the US.
Our Sony PMW F-55 system is capable of capturing in 4k and traditional HD simultaneously and features a super 35mm sensor, PL or Canon EF mount, high frame rates, and a manageable workflow. Bill is also a certified Phantom 4K Flex (ultra high speed) operator and Digital Imaging Technician (DIT).
For amazing motion control effects the Phantom 4K Flex can be coupled with the BOLT X system. Please inquire about special package rates for this incredible production tool.
Digital Cinema HD is strategically located between St. Petersburg's beautiful waterfront downtown and the amazing beaches of Ft. DeSoto and Pass-a-grille, just 25 minutes from Tampa's International Airport.
Bill welcomes mutually beneficial partnerships with producers, DP's, production companies, governmental agencies, international producers, and post-production facilities.
As an experienced international traveler, personnel and all gear is available for immediate global assignments.
We also offer a matched pair of new Canon Cinema Style PL or EF mount, 4K ready lenses in both the 15.5-47mm and 30-105mm range. Weighing only 4.5 lbs.each these remarkable lenses feature cine style focus marks and integrate with traditional camera accessories such as follow focus and zoom motors.
Other specialty optics include the Duclos 11-16mm PL super wide angle lens and a super sharp Canon 300mm telephoto prime. A high-quality HDx2 Mark II B4-PL adapter is also offered to allow the use of traditional 2/3" HD lenses with the F55, RED Epic, Alexa, Phantom, or any PL mount Super 35mm style camera.
We also offer the Sony FS-5 camera and the Sony A7S DSLR system both offering a fast 3200 ASA SLOG. Coupled with our Atomos Shogun monitor/recorder the system allows full 4K capture via the HDMI cable from either camera. This is an excellent choice to mount on our Letus Helix Camera Stabilizer system, which can also be custom fitted to RED Epics, Sony F55, and Canon cameras.
Bill is a certified FAA 107 UAS/Drone camera pilot and can provide a variety of aerial solutions ranging from the Phantom Four Pro Plus, Mavic Pro 2, and Inspire 2.
Underwater cinematography is another specialty offered by DCHD. Bill was honored with a coveted Edward R. Murrow/Video Feature Award as part of his topside and underwater cinematography services on a CBS/60 Minutes Special with Anderson Cooper in Cuba. A variety of packages include the Sony F55/Gates Housing, RED Epic/Gates, or Aquatica/Canon 5D kits. Our Sony Z90/Gates/OTS underwater package offers a sophisticated system for wireless underwater dialogue and direct recording from talent to camera.
Digital Cinema HD provides crew acquisition and production services ranging from location management and scouting to marine and aerial production. We maintain annual production insurance policies and can acquire or expedite location permits easily within the state of Florida.
We have been in the industry since 1992.
Photo Galleries

Behind the scenes at Digital Cine HD
22 photos
Around the World
11 photosCredits
Producer/Director/Cinematographer – Nauticos: The Search Continues
Phantom Camera/Operator/Tech – Titleist
Lighting Cinematographer – Briggs & Stratton
Phantom Cameraman/Tech – Waterpik
Phantom Cameraman/Tech – WoodWerk Commercial
Producer/Director – Stormfitters Winter Sales Event
Director of Photography/Field Producer – Clyde Butcher
Producer/Editor – STEM at Sea
Field Producer/DP – Cruising Towards Disaster
Field Producer/Director of Photography – The Future is Sh**T
Director of Photography – Political Commercial
Director of Photography – Breaking the Curse
ENG Cameraman – Daytona 500
Director of Photography – Erin Andrews Documentary
Phantom Camera/Tech – Alka Launch-Cape Canaveral
DP/Phantom Cameraman – Publix
Cameraman – Jameis Winston/Mike Vick Interview
Director of Photography – VA Tampa
Cameraman – Heat Stroke
Director of Photography – Shark Tourism
Drone Pilot/Cameraman – PBC Countdown
Director of Photography – Heavenly Bodies
DP & Underwater Cameraman – Diving With a Purpose
Director of Photography – American Spring-Everglades
Underwater DP – Sea World/Orlando
Director of Photography & UW Cameraman – When Sharks Attack
Director of Photography/UW & Drone – Born to Explore: Cayman Islands
Director of Photography – Dispatches From the Gulf Series
Recommendations
I have worked with Bill Mills on many different projects since 2005. He is always the consummate professional. I can rely on him without questions to ensure the finest of details are covered without the loss of creativity and craftsmanship. He is infinitely skilled and at the top of his game in terms of current technologies. Bill is my go to guy each and every time I have film or video needs; because of his broad base of production and cinematographic skills.
“Bill is a highly skilled cinematographer and videographer who always brings a unique combination of expertise and creativity to every project. I have worked with Bill repeatedly since 1999. He was our primary DP for the Critter Cam Special for National Geographic Television and Fox. Bill produced great results in the field, even in the most challenging of circumstances. I can always count on Bill to deliver.” September 2, 2011 - Dara Padwo Audick, Creative Strategies
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