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With four campuses in Southern Nevada, additional out-of-state locations, and two campuses in Mexico, Central Church reaches tens of thousands of people each weekend. The flagship Henderson location seats 3,700 and serves as the primary broadcast hub for the church’s video ministry
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Ryan Fuller, Central Church's Live Video Director, manages a complex video ecosystem that spans live worship services, midweek productions, and recorded content for multi-campus distribution.
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Central Church, located just outside the neon glow of the Las Vegas Strip in Henderson, Nevada, is a beacon of hope for individuals seeking hope and transformation. Led by Senior Pastor Jud Wilhite, the church welcomes people from all walks of life—from those celebrating milestones in sobriety to newcomers experiencing church for the first time. Its mission is simple yet profound: “It’s okay not to be okay—you can come as you are.” This ethos shapes every part of the church’s ministry, including its thriving video production efforts.
Ryan Fuller, Live Video Director at Central Church, Henderson, Nevada.
With four campuses in Southern Nevada, additional out-of-state locations, two campuses in Mexico, and one in Australia, Central Church reaches tens of thousands of people each weekend. The flagship Henderson location seats 3,700 and serves as the primary broadcast hub for the church’s video ministry. Here, Live Video Director Ryan Fuller manages a complex video ecosystem that spans live worship services, midweek productions, and recorded content for multi-campus distribution. Fuller oversees not only the technical infrastructure but also volunteer training and on-site support, ensuring that every message is delivered with excellence.
For Fuller and his team, producing professional content across multiple locations has always been a challenge. Prior to 2025, the church relied on RED cameras for multi-camera shoots. While RED offered exceptional image quality, the workflow was complex, expensive, and difficult for new volunteers to learn. “We were shooting on REDs since 2017,” Fuller explains. “The image quality was great, but it required experienced operators and was costly, which limited our flexibility and ability to scale production across multiple campuses.”
The new Canon cameras streamline training, letting volunteers be service-ready in under 30 minutes.
The solution came with Canon’s new EOS C400 cinema cameras. Central Church now operates ten EOS C400s and two EOS C80s mounted to DJI RS4 Pro gimbals --- one flying on the Defy Cadence cable camera and the other providing the church’s signature Steadicam-style stage shot. These cameras are used not only for weekend worship services but also for midweek productions, including film projects, intimate life-story interviews, and online pre-show content. “Having the same camera bodies across all applications has been a game-changer,” Fuller says. “Our films director can now push creative boundaries without worrying about camera limitations, and volunteers can transition seamlessly between live worship and other productions.”
Matching camera models allow for a consistent Central Church look across live and recorded content.
The EOS C400’s technical features have transformed Central Church’s workflow. The cameras’ triple-base ISO lets operators to move effortlessly between bright stage lighting and dark auditorium scenes without introducing noise or grain. “For moments like a candlelit ‘Silent Night’ during Christmas, the low-light performance is phenomenal,” Fuller says. Autofocus and focus guide tools have further reduced the learning curve for volunteers. These features allow even first-time camera operators—ranging from 13-year-olds to adults in their 60s—to achieve precise focus and professional-looking shots. “We can train someone in under 30 minutes, and they’re ready for a service,” Fuller notes.
Canon’s color science has expanded the creative palette. Previously, deep purples and indigos caused sensor clipping, making certain lighting choices impossible. With the C400s, Fuller’s team can faithfully capture the full range of the church’s lighting design, maintaining visual consistency between in-person and recorded experiences. The team also shoots in Canon Log 2, using a custom LUT to create a consistent “Central look,” ensuring all cameras deliver uniform color grading straight from the switcher for weekend services.
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“Focus is one of the hardest things in video, but with autofocus and focus guides, even our youngest volunteers can run a dolly or jib confidently. It allows me to focus on shot composition and movement rather than constantly correcting focus errors," shares Live Video Director, Ryan Fuller.
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Volunteer engagement and training have seen a dramatic improvement. “The cameras are intuitive, and new operators don’t feel overwhelmed,” Fuller explains. “Focus is one of the hardest things in video, but with autofocus and focus guides, even our youngest volunteers can run a dolly or jib confidently. It allows me to focus on shot composition and movement rather than constantly correcting focus errors.” This accessibility has expanded the volunteer base and allowed the team to onboard quickly, ensuring smooth operations even during high-pressure services.
Central Church now films cinematic-quality video without straining the church’s budget.
Financial considerations also played a pivotal role in the switch to Canon. “Cost was a huge factor,” Fuller says. “We couldn’t justify spending $25,000 per camera when we needed 13 bodies. The Canon C400s are under $10,000, which made it feasible to upgrade our entire system while respecting church resources.” This decision balanced image quality, ease of use, and stewardship, reflecting the church’s broader mission to honor the contributions of its congregants.
Since the upgrade, Central Church has received attention from other churches impressed with the combination of image quality, affordability, and volunteer-friendly design. “Even before leadership fully noticed, other churches were buzzing about the upgrade,” Fuller adds. “Our image quality is either better than or comparable to REDs for a fraction of the cost. And for our volunteers, it’s easier, more intuitive, and significantly less stressful to operate.”
Canon’s color science captures a wide dynamic range and reproduces colors faithfully, including challenging purples.
The Canon EOS C400 has not only elevated the church’s live video production but also enabled creative flexibility for midweek content, on-location interviews, and films. Fuller described how the consistency of the camera lineup allows for rapid setup and efficient shooting, while features like triple-base ISO and focus guides ensure professional results with minimal training. From capturing transformative life stories to delivering high-energy worship experiences, Central Church demonstrates how strategic adoption of modern camera technology can improve production quality, simplify workflows, and strengthen the church’s mission—both in the room and online.
Central Church’s experience underscores a broader lesson for houses of worship looking to enhance their media ministry: investing in the right tools can empower volunteers, increase content quality, and make technology a catalyst for ministry rather than a barrier. For Fuller and his team, the Canon C400 isn’t just a camera—it’s a bridge that connects vision, technology, and people, enabling the church to tell stories that inspire, engage, and transform.
Editor’s Note: We spoke with Ryan Fuller and the Central Church team to learn about their new Canon cameras. Portions of this article were crafted with the help of AI to organize the transcript and highlight key points.
