FilmGear® Brings HMI & Tungsten Together in the Revolutionary Hybrid Power Beam
This year, FilmGear® transformed the film lighting landscape with the revolutionary Hybrid Power Beam. This single fixture brings the best of tungsten and HMI lighting into one beam projector, allowing DPs and gaffers to seamlessly switch between warm tungsten and crisp daylight. Our mission? To streamline productions, enhance lighting versatility and keep costs steady—all without sacrificing the quality you trust.
Industry Leaders on the Hybrid Power Beam
Our partners at Production L’elo, Sony Pictures, and Local 728 Gaffers have embraced the Power Beam’s versatility to elevate their productions. The Hybrid Power Beam’s dual capabilities not only save time but also streamline production costs.
Nicola Tomassin, Gaffer of Production L’eloi (pictured below), shares:
"I use the Power Beam almost every week!"
Inside the Innovation: How the Hybrid Power Beam Works
Local 728 Gaffer and FilmGear® Technical advisor, Vincent Valentin, shares his insights on the features driving Power Beam’s technology:
“The Power Beam’s innovation lies in its adjustable lamp lock and reflector system, enabling users to shift between tungsten and HMI without hassle, all while preserving beam integrity and color quality. On fast-paced sets, the flexibility of having dual color temperatures at your fingertips is unmatched.”
Hybrid Power Beams at Cinegear 2024
At CineGear LA 2024 Cinematographer and gaffer Brian ‘DeCon’ De Contreras was especially excited about the prospect of the Power Beam Hybrid! He claimed:
“All of these Hybrid Power Beams can run as both HMI and tungsten, it’s the coolest effect! In Atlanta, I get asked so many times a year for beams. These are so freaking cool!”
Looking Ahead to 2025
As we close out another year, our team at FilmGear® remains dedicated to innovation that balances creativity and practicality on set. The Hybrid Power Beam has proven its ability to streamline workflows, enhance production efficiency, and provide unparalleled lighting adaptability for our industry partners.
We continue to refine our technology and push the boundaries of film lighting, and we’re excited to see how our engineering will further support your production needs.
Engineered by filmmakers for filmmakers, FilmGear® looks forward to illuminating your sets in the coming year. Reach out to us by calling (323) 780-8880 or emailing info@filmgearusa.com! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Written By: Jibran Kabani