Parramatta Square Redevelopment in Time-Lapse
To document the four-year Parramatta Square CBD commercial redevelopment, Electric Films deployed two 5.2K time-lapse camera systems operating 24/7, which were strategically moved throughout the construction.
Our dedication to excellence in time-lapse production earned our team the 'Time-Lapse Cinematography Specialists of the Year' title at the 2026 Build Magazine Awards.
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By capturing three bracketed exposures (overexposed, underexposed, and normal) in High Dynamic Range every ten minutes for four consecutive years, we recorded over two million high-resolution 5.2K images for this project.
The Hoxton Liverpool Construction in Time-Lapse
(Single camera moved several times during construction)
Electric Films is proud to have filmed the construction of 'The Hoxton', a premier residential high-rise development in Liverpool, Sydney, by ALAND. We have documented every building project by ALAND using time-lapse cameras.
To capture this multi-storey build, our camera systems shot high-dynamic-range, 45-megapixel stills every ten minutes.
These 5K images are compiled into stunning 4K monthly progress videos, serving as invaluable assets for site documentation in the event of a dispute, marketing campaigns, and high-resolution print displays.
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Tower Crane Dismantling in Time-Lapse
(Multi-camera short term time-lapse example)
In this example we shot the tower crane dismantling with multiple portable time-lapse cameras over several days and nights.
Electric Films provides specialised short-term time-lapse and drone coverage to capture these phases in high-rise construction across Sydney.
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Mounting Time-Lapse Cameras On Site Cranes & Scaffolding
Mounting time-lapse cameras onto working site cranes or scaffolding offers an unparalleled, dynamic view of high-rise construction sites in Sydney.
However, these advantageous camera positions produce severe camera movement making the shots unusable.
At Electric Films, we don't compromise on a better angle if one can be found.
As a multi award recognised cinematographer, we use advanced post-production frame warping and stabilisation methods to digitally remove the structural wobble. Have a look at our process below to see how we transform shaky unusable source files into broadcast-quality cinematic video.
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How often are your time-lapse cameras maintained?
All cameras are monitored via a cellular link daily and we perform regular monthly physical checks where lenses are cleaned and systems checked. If a better camera position is available, we liaise with the site managers.
What happens if a camera gets bumped?
To correct minor movement, we stabilise the footage in Adobe After Effects. A bump of up to 20% of the frame size requires using a corner pin filter to align the footage and match the shots together. Larger movements require the camera to be repositioned.
You often attach a camera to scaffolding or a crane; how do you get the wobble out?
As these platforms offer a superior viewpoint, they are frequently utilised. For regular monthly updates, we run the footage through Adobe After Effect's stabilisation program. Superior results can be obtained by pre-editing the footage to remove the frames with the largest movement.
Can your clients access the camera?
Yes. We can provide a live feed to your mobile device and can also upload shots in real time to our computers or the client's computer if desired.
What time intervals do you shoot?
We tailor the shooting interval to the pace and complexity of your project. For long-term construction builds spanning several months, we typically capture frames every 10 minutes. As your construction project nears completion, we shorten the interval to 5 minutes to capture dramatic day-to-night transitions.
Other time-lapse projects can be as little as every 30 seconds on projects over just a day or two.
Do you shoot video and stills as well as time-lapse?
Yes. We offer an extensive service starting from scriptwriting.
