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Lighting Equipment Rental
Professional lighting packages for film, TV, and commercial production in Australia.
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
Complete Lighting Packages Across Australia
Here is how this works in practice. Lighting packages for Australian productions are built from a tight core inventory: ARRI Skypanel S30, S60, S120, S360 LED soft sources, Orbiter point sources, M-Series HMI (M8, M18, M40, M90), L-Series and T-Series tungsten Fresnels, plus Aputure Nova P600C, Storm 1200x, and the LS-series Bowens mount range for budget-flexible builds.
Here is the short of it. Litegear LiteMat 4 and 8 cover wraparound soft work, Astera Titan Tubes and Helios live on practical builds and music videos, and DMG Lumiere Maxi and Mini fill the colour-tunable soft slot. Cameraquip, Lemac, Panavision Australia, ARRI Australia, Filmplus, and Light & Sound Industries Brisbane all hold matched inventory across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth. Everything runs on 240V/50Hz Type I Australian mains — same standard as NZ. The UK, distinct from the 120V/60Hz US standard that needs step-up transformers and ballast rewiring on any cross-border kit.
Here is the breakdown. Location-specific lighting strategy on Australian shoots accounts for extremes. Outback Pilbara, Flinders Ranges, and Red Centre builds carry generator-powered HMI sets through Cummins Australia, Caterpillar Australia, Aggreko Australia, and Atlas Copco — the same vendors that run mining infrastructure. Bushfire season Dec-Mar (NSW + Vic + SA — 2019-2020 Black Summer catastrophic) constrains hot tungsten lighting during fire bans; we shift to LED-only packages during high-risk windows.
Here is what that looks like on the ground. Indigenous-protected sites — Uluru, Kakadu, sacred Anangu and Yolŋu country — need low-impact LED lighting and custodian consultation before any rig goes up. Heritage productions including Matrix, Star Wars II + III, Mad Max: Fury Road (John Seale ASC), Aquaman, Thor: Ragnarok, Elvis (Mandy Walker ACS ASC), and Furiosa all ran ARRI-centred lighting packages on Australian floors. Safe Work Australia electrical safety compliance covers every install; ACT WHS Act sign-off needed for tie-ins above 32A.
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 Australia?
We have extensive experience with Australia's diverse locations—from heritage homesteads 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 Australia to find specific equipment.
Related Services
Productions in Australia 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.