On the Universal Studios Lot, a Hollywood backlot normally used for film shoots, was transformed into a hands-on production playground where cinematographers moved between soundstages and outdoor sets testing lighting systems, camera rigs and virtual production tools from around the world.
Among the busiest exhibits at Cine Gear Expo LA were those of Chinese manufacturers, whose products have become increasingly common on film sets in Los Angeles and beyond. Industry participants said Chinese companies are helping make professional filmmaking technology more accessible while driving innovation across the sector, reflecting China's growing influence in film-production technology.
Chinese-made cameras, lighting systems and production accessories once struggled to gain acceptance in Hollywood. Today, they occupy some of the most prominent spaces at industry events and are widely used by major studios, rental houses and independent filmmakers.
"Chinese lighting products were not widely accepted in Hollywood in the past," cinematographer Shane Hurlbut told China Daily. "Now I'm seeing tremendous growth. Chinese companies are incorporating advanced technologies and achieving remarkable progress in areas such as color science. Their lighting products are truly changing the industry."
