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Lighting Equipment Rental
Professional lighting packages for film, TV, and commercial production in France.
Lighting equipment rental gives productions access to professional-grade fixtures, controls, and accessories without long-term ownership costs. Rental houses maintain extensive inventories of LED, HMI, tungsten, and fluorescent units, along with dimming systems, cables, and distribution equipment for productions of any scale.
We facilitate lighting equipment rentals from vetted local suppliers, securing competitive rates and managing the logistics of delivery and return. Our team coordinates with your gaffer to ensure the right fixtures, accessories, and backup units arrive on time and in tested working condition.
Capabilities
Complete Lighting Solutions
From powerful HMI daylight to versatile LED and classic tungsten, we source lighting equipment that brings your creative vision to life.
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HMI Lighting
- ARRI M-Series (M18, M40, M90)
- Fresnel HMI units
- Par fixtures
- Electronic ballasts
- Daylight matching
Daylight Power
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LED Systems
- ARRI SkyPanel series
- Litepanels Gemini
- Aputure fixtures
- RGB & bi-color units
- Flexible LED mats
Modern Efficiency
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Tungsten Fixtures
- ARRI T-Series fresnels
- Source Four ellipsoidals
- Mole-Richardson units
- Practical fixtures
- Dimmer systems
Classic Warmth
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Grip & Control
- C-stands & combos
- Flags, nets & silks
- Frames & butterflies
- Grip arms & hardware
- Rigging systems
Light Control
On Location
Lighting rental packages from France's top houses
Here is how this works in practice. Lighting rental in France works best when the broker actually knows the rental houses — TSF, Transpalux, Panavision Alga, and the regional experts in Lyon, Marseille, and Bordeaux each carry slightly different sub-inventories of ARRI SkyPanels, M-series HMIs, Litepanels Gemini, Aputure heads, and tungsten Fresnels. We build complete packages drawing across those partnerships, securing competitive rates and confirming openings for the exact dates your production needs, then layer in C-stands, flags, silks, frames, and rigging hardware so your gaffer is not chasing parts mid-prep.
Here is the short of it. Each rental is shaped against the location reality: a château outside Tours with limited mains, a corporate shoot in La Défense running off house power, or a Provence exterior needing tow-behind generators and Dino lights. Power distribution, dimming, balloon lights, underwater fixtures, and architectural LED can all be sourced through the same package, and complete gaffer-best-boy-electrician crews are ready alongside the kit when you need them. You will receive a tested, location-appropriate lighting package delivered on schedule with French-speaking technical support reachable through every shooting day.
FAQ
Lighting Rental Expertise
What lighting equipment do you supply?
We source all professional lighting equipment including HMI (ARRI M-Series, Joker), LED (SkyPanel, Gemini, Aputure), tungsten (fresnels, practicals), and specialty fixtures. Complete grip packages with stands, flags, diffusion, and rigging. Power distribution and dimming systems available.
How far in advance should I book lighting equipment?
We recommend 2-3 weeks advance booking for standard packages. Large lighting packages or specialty equipment may require 4-6 weeks, especially during busy periods. Rush services available for urgent requirements.
Can you provide gaffers and lighting crew?
Yes, we can arrange complete lighting crews including gaffers, best boys, electricians, and rigging teams to work alongside your equipment package. Crews are experienced with the specific equipment in your rental.
Do you handle power requirements?
We coordinate complete power solutions including generator rental, distribution systems, tie-ins, and load calculations. Our team assesses power availability at your locations and recommends appropriate solutions.
What about lighting for specific locations in France?
We have extensive experience with France's diverse locations—from châteaux with limited power to remote exteriors requiring generator support. We design lighting packages appropriate for each location's challenges.
Can you provide specialty lighting equipment?
Yes, we source specialty lighting including balloon lights, Dino/Maxi fixtures, underwater lighting, architectural LED, and practical fixtures. We work with specialty rental houses across Europe to find specific equipment.
Related Services
Productions in France that need this often pair it with HMI & Tungsten Lights and Lighting Modifiers for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Power Equipment Rental and Camera Equipment Rental.
On Set
Need Lighting Equipment?
Tell us about your production and we'll design a lighting package for your creative vision.