Ernesto Lomeli AMC
Ernesto Lomeli AMC
Cinematographer


Ernesto Lomelí is a Mexican cinematographer based in Los Angeles, known for blending technical precision with emotional storytelling across narrative, commercial, and documentary formats. Born and raised between Mexico and the U.S. his cross-cultural perspective informs a visual style that is both deeply human and emotionally resonant.

His work spans over 20 countries and includes collaborations with directors such as:

Amy Poehler, Frank Marshall, Paris Barclay, David Gelb, and Robert Zemeckis. Notable projects include Stan Lee (Disney+), The Beach Boys (Disney+), Roots of Comedy (PBS), and Hasta el Fin del Mundo—

with several earning Emmy and Critics Choice nominations.

Ernesto studied cinematography at the Academy of Art University and the American Film Institute, and was mentored by Academy Award-winner Guillermo Navarro ASC. He is fluent in HighSpeed , motion control, drone, virtual production, and immersive cinematography, while also embracing vintage optics and classical techniques to create timeless in-camera effects.

He is a member of the AMC (Asociación Mexicana de Cinefotografía) and brings a collaborative spirit, technical expertise, and a deep commitment to crafting images that connect on a visceral, human level.

 
 
 

Direct Contact

Ernesto Lomeli AMC / IATSE Local 600

Los Angeles/ Cuidad de Mexico /
+1 626.817.3033 / contact@ernestolomeli.com

 
 
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ARTICLES AND BTS

CANON INTERVIEW — SUMIRE PRIMES

BTS GARY CLARK JR MUSIC VIDEO

INTRODUCING THE RONIN MX — LAUNCH OF DJI RONIN MX

PHOTO DISTRICT NEWS ARTICLE : CINEMATOGRAPHER / PHOTOGRAPHER COLLABORATIONS

BECiNE Blackwing SKin Tunning test

Awards

Best Cinematography “NorthStar” - Woods Hole Film Fest

Best Cinematography “NorthStar” - South Film and Arts Academy Fest’

Best Cinematography  “Gary Clark Jr - Pearl Cadillac” - Blackbird Film Festival

 

Equipment

CAMERAS 

  • Sony Venice 2

  • Phantom 4k 1000FPS Camera

  • 2x Red VV Monstro 8k

  • 2x Alexa Mini

  • 1x Alex MiniLF

  • 1x Ronin 4D

LENSES

  • 1x Optimo 24-290mm

  • 1x Optimo 17-80mm,

  • 1x Optimo 15-40mm,

  • 1x Optimo 28-76mm,

  • Zeiss Supreme Primes T1.5 (18, 25, 29, 35, 50,65, 85, 100mm)

  • BlackWing T-tuned Primes (20.7, 27, 37, 47, 57, 77, 107, 137mm)

  • Zeiss Super speed Set T1.3

  • Arri Alura 18-80 Zoom

  • Arri Alura 45-250 Zoom

  • Optimo Anamorphic 30-72 (uncoated front element)

  • Optimo Anamorphic 56-152 (uncoated front element)

  • Kowa Evolution 2x Anamorphic 40, 50, 75, 100mm)

CAMERA ACCESSORIES

  • 2x Arri MB20 Mattebox 4x5 4stage Mattebox

  • 1x MB14 , 6x6 Mattebox

  • 2x Arri FF4 Studio Configuration

  • 2x LMB5 3-Stage , 4x5 Clipon Mattebox (80mm,90mm,100,110,114)

  • 2x LMB4, 6x6 Clipon Mattebox, Optimo 12:1 BackPlate

VIDEO MONITORING

  • 6x 17" Sony A1741 OLED Production Monitor

  • 2x SmallHD Cine 18'“

  • 6xSmall HD 702

  • Odessy Q7+

  • Teradek 3000 2:1

  • Teradek 600 2:1

  • Teradek 500 2:1

Remote Heads

  • Arri SRH360 Stabilized Head,

  • 3 Axis Wireless Control Panel

  • Panther Shock Absorber

  • Panther Vibration Isolator

FILTERS

  • Tokina ProStop IRND 4X5.65 Filter Kit (.03-1.8)

  • 2 Schneider 138mm True-Pol Filter

  • Tiffen 138MM DIOPTER +1,+2,+3

  • Tiffen 6" Round DIOPTER +1,+2,+3

  • Tiffen 4.5" Round DIOPTER +1,+2,+3

  • Hollywood Black Promist 1/8 thru +2

  • 4x5 & 6x6 Classic soft 1/8 thru +2

  • Tiffen Soft Grad 4x5.6 .3,.6,.9

  • 4x6 Glimmer Glass

  • 1 Schneider Rota-Pola 4x5.6

TRIPOD SUPPORT 

  • Panther Classic Plus Dolly

  • Panther precision mono Track

  • Panther Vario Jib w/ extension

  • Ubangi II 3" Slider

  • Oconnor 1030HD w/25L CF legs (Travel pkg)

  • Tango Swing

  • 1x Oconnor Ultimate 2060HD Fluid Head Mitchell Base

  • 1x Oconnor 2575B

  • Camera Goat speed Rail slider

  • 1x Tango Swing Head