What Light House Studio does

Light House Studio is a Dubai-based photography and videography studio and equipment rental business operating from a single facility in the Al Quoz 3 district, which the company describes as one of the largest such studios in the city. The company operates three integrated revenue streams: (1) rental of professional cameras, lenses, lighting, audio, streaming, monitor, and support equipment from brands including Sony, Canon, DJI, Profoto, and Aputure; (2) rental of photography and video studio space; and (3) end-to-end production services spanning concept development, scriptwriting, storyboarding, filming, editing, animation, retouching, sound design, model and talent casting, location permits, drone aerial work, 360 virtual tours, and social media management. The underlying technology is a WooCommerce-based online catalog with an enquiry-cart and wishlist functionality that feeds a quote-based sales process handled via phone, WhatsApp, and email. The go-to-market is direct-to-consumer and direct-to-enterprise, serving corporate, commercial, event, and freelance clients in the UAE with a project-based pricing model and no publicly listed rates. Notable enterprise clients referenced in the company's portfolio include Audi, CHANEL, Skechers, Etisalat UAE, MG Cars, Ajmal Perfume, Coca Cola Arena, Al Jalila Foundation, and multiple Dubai radio stations.

The business model is asset- and services-driven rather than software-driven: revenue is generated by monetizing a high-value physical equipment inventory (cinema cameras such as the Sony FX6/FX3 and Canon EOS R5/C, cinema lenses, Profoto and Aputure lighting, DJI gimbals, BirdDog PTZ/NDI streaming gear) and by billing professional crew time for production projects. Pricing is opaque and negotiated per project or per rental period, indicating a relationship-based sales motion rather than transparent self-serve commerce. Customer segments span corporate and commercial production (primary), events and entertainment, freelance photographers and videographers, and broadcast/media companies — a horizontal segmentation approach. The company is privately held, founded in 2011, employs 11–50 people, has no disclosed funding rounds or M&A activity, and operates exclusively in the United Arab Emirates market.

Name

Light House Studio

Legal name

Light House Studio

Website

https://lighthousestudio.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Light House Studio is a Dubai-based photography and videography studio that rents professional camera, lighting, and studio equipment and provides end-to-end photo and video production services to corporate, commercial, event, and freelance clients across the UAE.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Equipment Rental: Rental of professional cameras (Sony FX6, Sony FX3, Canon EOS R5, etc.), lenses, lighting equipment, audio gear, monitors, and accessories to photographers, videographers, and production companies on a per-rental basis.
2. Studio Rental: Rental of photography and video studio space in Dubai for photoshoots and video production.
3. Production Services: Full-service photo and video production including concept development, scriptwriting, filming, editing, post-production, animation, motion graphics, retouching, and social media management.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Light House Studio is a Dubai-based photography and videography production company that rents professional-grade cameras, lenses, lighting, audio, and streaming equipment, alongside physical studio space. The studio also delivers end-to-end production services including concept development, scriptwriting, filming, editing, post-production, animation, retouching, and social media management for commercial and creative projects.

Product overview

Light House Studio is a Dubai-based production company and equipment rental business offering a comprehensive suite of production services and professional gear rentals. Their core offerings include photography and video production services (corporate videos, commercials, documentaries, fashion, events) supported by full equipment rental including cinema cameras (Sony FX6, FX3, Canon R5), professional lenses, studio lighting (Profoto, Aputure, Broncolor), audio equipment, gimbal stabilizers (DJI RS series, Ronin), and production accessories. They provide end-to-end production capabilities from concept development, scriptwriting, and storyboarding through filming, editing, and post-production including animation, retouching, and sound design. Their integrated approach combines studio rentals, equipment hire, crew services, and post-production under one roof.

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Problem solved

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Products and services

• Photography Studio Rental Rental of photography and video studio space in Dubai for photo shoots and video production. Targeted at photographers, production crews, and brands needing a professional shoot environment.
• Camera Rental Rental of professional cinema and mirrorless cameras including Sony FX6, Sony FX3, Sony FX30, Sony PXW-FS7, Canon EOS R5, Canon EOS R5 C, Canon 5D Mark III/IV/5Ds, and GoPro action cameras for photographers, videographers, and production companies.
• Lens Rental Rental of professional camera lenses including Sony G Master series, Canon L-series primes and zooms, and DZOFilm VESPID cine lenses for still and motion productions.
• Lighting Equipment Rental Rental of professional lighting equipment including Profoto strobes, Aputure LED lights, and Broncolor modifiers for studio and on-location shoots.
• Audio and Sound Equipment Rental Rental of audio equipment including wireless intercom systems (e.g., HollyLand Mars T1000) and sound recording gear for film, broadcast, and live production.
• Streaming Equipment Rental Rental of live streaming equipment including BirdEye P200 Full NDI PTZ cameras with PTZ keyboards and wireless video transmission systems for live event broadcasting.
• Monitor Rental Rental of professional on-set and production video monitors for directors, DPs, and clients to review footage during shoots.
• Stands, Tripods and Gimbal Stabilizer Rental Rental of camera support equipment including tripods, light stands, gimbal stabilizers (DJI RS 4 PRO, DJI Ronin 2, DJI Ronin-SC), and rigging gear.
• Production Accessories Rental Rental of production accessories including V-Mount and SWIT batteries, chargers, chromakey backgrounds, reflectors, filters, umbrellas, and camera supports.
• Photography Services Professional photography services covering corporate, fashion, beauty, food, jewellery, and event photography delivered to brands and organizations in Dubai and the UAE.
• Video Production Services End-to-end video production including corporate videos, commercials, documentaries, promotional content, music videos, and TV commercials for enterprise and creative clients.
• Production Crew Services Provision of professional production crew including directors, cinematographers, and production assistants for hire on photo and video shoots.
• Model and Talent Casting Services Casting and coordination of models and talent for photography and video productions.
• Storyboard and Scriptwriting Services Creative storyboard development and scriptwriting for video productions and commercials.
• Location Permits and Scouting Location scouting and permit acquisition services for shoots in Dubai.
• Props Fabrication and Set Building Custom props fabrication and set construction for video and photo productions.
• Aerial Visuals Services Drone and aerial photography and videography services for commercial and creative projects.
• 360 Virtual Tours Production of immersive 360-degree virtual tours for real estate, hospitality, events, and brand experiences.
• Animation and Motion Graphics 2D and 3D animation and motion graphics production for commercials, explainers, and branded content.
• Retouching and Post-Production Professional photo retouching and video post-production editing services delivered as standalone engagements.
• Voice Over and Sound Design Professional voice-over recording and audio post-production sound design for film, broadcast, and digital content.
• Social Media Management Social media content creation and account management services offered alongside photo and video production.
• Photography and Videography Workshops Studio-based workshops for photography and videography training and education.

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat3 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/lhstudiodubai
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/lhstudiodubai
• Facebookfacebook.com/LHstudiodubai
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/light-house-studio-dubai
• Instagraminstagram.com/lighthousestudio

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Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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