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Panavision
AddedFeb 13, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Panavision

Panavision

Late Stage Private

Panavision, a leading American motion picture equipment company, specializes in innovative cameras and lenses since 1954.

HQ
Woodland, CA, US
Founded
1954
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Panavision, founded in 1954 by Robert Gottschalk and Richard Moore, is a premier American motion picture equipment company based in Woodland Hills, California. The company specializes in innovative cameras and lenses, initially creating anamorphic projection lenses during the widescreen boom of the 1950s. Panavision has since expanded its offerings to include a wide range of equipment rentals for lenses, cameras, grip, and lighting, as well as stage facilities and post-production services. Their products, such as the Panaflex and Millennium DXL cameras, cater to filmmakers in movies, television series, and commercials worldwide.

Notable figures associated with Panavision include CEO Kimberly Snyder and investors led by Cerberus Capital Management. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of industry-leading camera systems and comprehensive support services from pre-production to post-production. Panavision's impact on the film industry is profound, providing essential tools and services that enable filmmakers to bring their creative visions to life.

Panavision - Quick Facts

When was Panavision founded?

Panavision was founded in 1954.

Where is Panavision's headquarters located?

Panavision's headquarters is located in Woodland, CA, US.

When was Panavision's last funding round?

Panavision's most recent funding round was for $210.5M (USD) in June 2015.

How much has Panavision raised to-date?

As of Jun 12, 2015, Panavision has raised a total of $210.5M (USD).

How many employees does Panavision have?

Panavision has 1,200 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Panavision - Classification

Ownership
  • Private
  • Private Equity
Revenue
  • Licensing
  • Rental
Main Product
  • Cameras
  • Lenses
Tags
  • Hardware
NAICS
  • 710000Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
SIC
  • 7900Amusement And Recreation Services
  • 7920Theatrical Producers (except Motion Picture), Bands, Orchestras
  • 7929Bands, Orchestras, Actors, And Other Entertainers And Entertainment
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NAICS
  • 320000Manufacturing
  • 325992Photographic Film, Paper, Plate, Chemical, and Copy Toner Manufacturing
  • 333300Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing
  • 333310Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing
  • 334400Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
  • 330000Manufacturing
  • 510000Information
  • 325000Chemical Manufacturing
  • 333000Machinery Manufacturing
  • 334000Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
  • 335000Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
  • 325900Other Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing
  • 325990All Other Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing
  • 334410Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
  • 334419Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
SIC
  • 3860Photographic Equipment And Supplies
  • 3861Photographic Equipment And Supplies
  • 3600Electronic And Other Electrical Equipment And Components, Except Computer
  • 3900Miscellaneous Manufacturing Industries
  • 4000Railroad Transportation
  • 7300Business Services
  • 3670Electronic Components And Accessories
  • 7310Advertising
  • 3679Electronic Components, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 7313Radio, Television, And Publishers' Advertising Representatives