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HMI & Tungsten Lights
Professional film lighting for your French production.
HMI and tungsten lights are industry-standard fixtures that give powerful, steady light for film and television work. HMIs put out daylight-balanced light with low power draw. Tungsten fixtures give warm, dimmable light, and they stay a staple for controlled interior and studio shoots.
We source HMI and tungsten fixtures in the wattages and setups your gaffer asks for, drawing from local rental stock. Our team plans the power distribution and makes sure spare lamps and accessories are ready, so your lighting setups run without a hitch.
Capabilities
Lighting Equipment
Professional HMI and tungsten fixtures with complete grip and power support.
Professional Lighting Solutions
Capabilities
Our Process
Lighting Design
We review your lighting needs, locations, and on-site power, then suggest the right fixtures.
Package Assembly
We build a full lighting package with every fixture, grip, and power feed you need.
Prep & Testing
We test every fixture and ballast before delivery, so the gear runs reliably on set.
Production Support
We keep tech support, gaffers, and backup gear ready across your shoot.
On Location
HMI and tungsten lighting packages across France
Lighting a French shoot rarely means working from one bench of fixtures. The harsh Mediterranean sun on the Côte d'Azur calls for 18K ARRI M-series HMIs and large overheads, while a controlled dialogue scene in a Haussmann apartment near Bastille might lean on dimmable tungsten Fresnels and a discreet Dedolight key. We pull HMI and tungsten stock from Transpalux, TSF, and Panavision Alga in the wattages your gaffer asks for, from 575W Joker packs through full 18K M-series, alongside ARRI T-series, Mole-Richardson, and the matching ballasts, headers, and lamp spares.
Each package is built around the real power story of the shoot. A Cité du Cinéma stage with tied-in three-phase is a different problem than a remote Provence exterior running on tow-behind power packs, so the distribution, cable runs, and gels for mixed daylight-tungsten balance all ship in the same delivery. Skilled French gaffers and electricians stand ready alongside the gear when you need crew who know both the fixtures and local electrical norms. You receive a tested, ready-to-rig lighting package, with French-speaking tech support on standby each shoot day.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What HMI sizes do you stock?
We carry a full range of HMI fixtures from 575W through 18K, including ARRI M-series and K5600 Alpha. Most shoots use a mix of 1.2K, 2.5K, and 4K units. We add larger fixtures for exterior work or big interior spaces.
Do you provide generators?
Yes. We can arrange power packs sized to your lighting package, from small portable units to large tow-behind packs for heavy HMI loads. Our team plans where each pack sits and handles the fuel for your shoot.
What tungsten options are available?
We stock ARRI tungsten Fresnels from 150W to 20K, Mole-Richardson units, and specialty fixtures like Dedolights. Tungsten stays popular for interior scenes that need warm, controllable light.
Can you provide gaffers and electricians?
Yes. We work with skilled French gaffers and electricians who know both the gear and local power systems. A local lighting crew means a faster setup and safe operation on set.
What about power distribution?
We supply full power distribution, including distro boxes, cable runs, and dimmer systems. Our team can advise on power needs and set up tie-ins where they fit.
Do you offer mixed HMI/tungsten packages?
Yes. Many shoots use both HMI (daylight-balanced) and tungsten (warm) fixtures. We build mixed packages and carry the gels and correction needed to balance between sources.
Related Services
Productions in France that need this often pair it with Lighting Equipment Rental and Lighting Modifiers for full coverage. Most projects also draw on LED Lighting Systems and Cinema Lens Kits.
On Set
Need Film Lighting?
Tell us about your lighting requirements and we'll build the right package.