Photography Studio in San Diego

Lightz Out Studios — San Diego's Best!

  • Access to top-of-the-line equipment on-site
  • Centrally located in San Diego
  • 1800 Square Feet of space for rent

How It Works

Choose Your Rental Time

Whether you need 4 hours, a full day or more, we have options for you. Host your photo and video productions, meetings, castings and workshops here.

Contact Us

Reach out using the form below by entering your information, along with your rental start and end dates. A team member will get back to you within one business day. For urgent bookings, please call us at (619) 739-4989.

Equipment and Crew Available

Need equipment? Bring your production to the next level with access to professional lighting, audio and grip equipment available for rent. Photographer, cinematographer and crew are not included but can be arranged upon request.

Rates

Photo & Video Productions

  • Hourly rate: $125 per hour with a 4-hour minimum
  • 10-hour rental: $800
  • Overtime: $125 per hour after 10 hours

Meetings, Castings & Workshops

  • Hourly rate: $125 per hour with a 3-hour minimum

Amenities

FREE Gated Parking

Enjoy the convenience of free on-site parking, ensuring easy access for your entire crew and hassle-free loading and unloading.

Fast Wi-Fi

Our high-speed Wi-Fi keeps you connected, supporting seamless streaming, uploads and real-time collaboration on all your projects.

Full-Service Production Kitchen

Enjoy a fully equipped studio kitchen designed for content creation and professional use. The kitchen has an easy-to-roll, movable kitchen island.

Double Cyc Wall

Experience limitless creative potential with our double cyclorama walls, offering versatile shooting angles and an expansive, seamless backdrop.

Air Conditioning

Our climate-controlled studio keeps your team comfortable and focused, maintaining the perfect environment for every production.

Equipment Rentals

Access top-of-the-line lighting, audio and grip equipment on-site, making it easier to bring your vision to life without the hassle of external rentals.

Dedicated Power

With dedicated power sources throughout the studio, you can plug in all your high-energy equipment worry-free.

Conference Room

An optional workspace equipped with a 10-seat conference table, presentation tools for production planning, client meetings and creative brainstorming.

Floor Plan

Greenroom

Hair & Makeup

Wardrobe 1

Wardrobe 2

Production Office

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Full-Service Production Kitchen

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1800 sq. ft.

FAQ

Location & Access

Lightz Out Studios is situated at 5797 Chesapeake Ct, San Diego, CA 92123, centrally located in San Diego County with immediate access to the CA-163, I-15 and CA-52 freeways.
The studio offers free, gated on-site parking, ensuring easy and secure loading and unloading for you and your crew.

Studio Amenities

Our studio is equipped with:

  • Free, gated on-site parking
  • High-speed Wi-Fi
  • Full-service production kitchen with a movable island
  • Double cyclorama (cyc) walls for versatile shooting
  • Air conditioning
  • Dedicated power sources
  • Conference room with a 10-seat table and presentation tools
  • ADA-compliant restrooms
  • Professionally equipped hair and makeup room
  • Dedicated wardrobe space with private changing room
  • Private production office with workspace for your team

Studio Features

Our dual cyclorama walls provide seamless, curved surfaces ideal for photography and video shoots, offering a clean infinity background for creative flexibility.
24’x13’
The cyc is typically maintained in white but can be repainted to suit your needs.

Lighting, Power & Acoustics

Lighting, audio and grip equipment are available for rent on-site. Please inquire for a list of available rental gear.

We offer 200 amps of power sources throughout the studio to support high-energy equipment.

While not fully soundproofed, the studio is sound-treated, offering a relatively quiet environment suitable for most productions.

Kitchen, Lounge & Workspace

Yes, the full-service production kitchen is designed for professional use and content creation, featuring a movable island for flexible setups.
Yes, we have a makeup/prep area and a general client lounge space to support your shoot and talent needs.
Yes, an optional conference room is available, equipped with a 10-seat table and presentation tools for planning, client meetings or creative brainstorming.

Bookings, Rates & Insurance

Contact Lightz Out Studios directly through our website’s contact form to discuss your project, check availability and secure your booking.

We offer competitive pricing:
Photo & Video Productions: $125 per hour with a 4-hour minimum; $800 for a 10-hour rental; $125 per hour after 10 hours.

Meetings, Castings & Workshops: $125 per hour with a 3-hour minimum.

Yes, overtime is charged at $125 per hour after 10 hours. Additional fees for cyc repainting or cleanup after the shoot may apply.

Photo & Video Productions: 4-hour minimum.

Meetings, Castings & Workshops: 3-hour minimum.

Yes, Lightz Out Studios is flexible. We encourage you to contact us for any special rate requests or unique production needs.
Yes, a certificate of insurance (COI) is required. We’ll provide details on coverage requirements during the booking process.
You will receive a full refund of the deposit for cancellations made 48 hours or more before the booking.

Support Services

Yes, we can help connect you with experienced gaffers, techs or production assistants depending on availability.

We’re here to help. Reach out through our website and a team member will assist you with any additional details or custom requests.

For urgent bookings, please call: (619) 739-4989.