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Lighting Equipment Rental
Professional lighting packages for film, TV, and commercial production in Germany.
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
ARRI Skypanel + Orbiter LED, Briese Lichttechnik Hamburg & Schuko Type F 230V Power
Here is how this works in practice. Lighting rental in Germany is anchored by ARRI Munich — the global manufacturer whose Skypanel S60 + S120 + S360 (launched 2015) became the industry-standard LED soft panel within five years, displacing earlier Kino Flo + LiteGear fixtures on virtually every major production worldwide. We field full Skypanel S60 + S120 + S360 packages, ARRI Orbiter point-source LED (the bidirectional successor to M-Series HMI for hybrid LED workflows), ARRI L-Series LED fresnels (L5, L7, L10), plus M-Series HMI + T-Series tungsten through ARRI Rental Munich + Berlin.
Here is the short of it. Briese Lichttechnik (Hamburg) supplies the iconic umbrella focusing reflectors — Briese 77, 140, 220, 330 — that defined the look of Avatar: The Way of Water and many top global productions; Briese rigs are German-engineered hardware impossible to source at the same quality elsewhere. Lupolux LED panels (Vechta), Studio Babelsberg + Bavaria Film + MMC Köln + Studio Hamburg in-house pools, plus cross-border Kino Flo + Aputure + Litegear from London + Vienna round out the inventory. All fixtures run 230V/50Hz Schuko Type F European standard.
Here is the breakdown. Heritage global productions at Babelsberg + Bavaria Film + Görlitz ran heavy Skypanel + Orbiter + Briese rigs: Inglourious Basterds (Tarantino 2009 — Robert Richardson ASC), Cloud Atlas (Tykwer + Wachowskis 2012), Bridge of Spies (Spielberg 2015 — Janusz Kaminski), Captain America: Civil War (Russo Bros 2016), Grand Budapest Hotel (Wes Anderson 2014 — Robert Yeoman BSC), Matrix Resurrections (Wachowskis 2021), Tár (Todd Field 2022 — Florian Hoffmeister BSC at Berlin Philharmonic), All Quiet on the Western Front (Berger 2022 — James Friend BSC Best Cinematography Oscar), Wonka (2023), Argylle (Vaughn 2024).
We staff German gaffers + best boys + electricians fluent in Hochdeutsch + English with BG ETEM electrical safety certification mandatory. Bayerisch, Schwäbisch, Plattdeutsch dialect crew on regional work. Cross-border supplements arrive same-week from London ARRI Rental + Vienna + Paris under EU Schengen via Frankfurt FRA + Munich MUC + Berlin BER cargo.
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 Germany?
We have extensive experience with Germany's diverse locations—from medieval castles 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 Germany to find specific equipment.
Related Services
Productions in Germany 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.