Product Overview:
The Honda EU6500is is the first full super quiet inverter generator with 220V output from Honda. It provides 6500 watts of super clean pure sinewave power with a noise level perfect for location work.
Honda 6500 Watt Generator Rental
The Honda 6500 generator rental from Moving Picture Rental puts 6,500 watts of pure sine wave inverter power on your Florida location. The Honda EU6500iS runs quietly at 52 dB(A) at quarter load, starts on a key, and delivers up to 14 hours of runtime on a single 4.5-gallon tank — enough to carry a full shoot day without a refuel. Every unit ships oil-checked, load-tested, and electric-start verified from our prep bay before it reaches your set.
This is the generator that powers Aputure STORM 700x key lights, full LED packages, monitor villages, and camera charging stations on Florida commercial and documentary shoots — without the noise complaints or the tow plant logistics. Available statewide, 7 days a week.
- Manufacturer: Honda Power Equipment | Model: EU6500iS | Product ID: MP-HONDA6500
- Key Specs: 6,500W max / 5,500W rated, 120/240V pure sine wave inverter, 52–60 dB(A), electric start + recoil backup, Eco-Throttle, 14-hour runtime at 1/4 load, 260 lbs
- Production-Ready Support: Delivered to set fully inspected. Moving Picture Rental carries distro boxes, cable packages, and grip accessories to build out your complete location power chain.
- Rental locations: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Tampa, and Fort Myers — Request a quote
MPR Says
The Honda 6500 generator rental is the workhorse of Florida location power — 6,500 watts of clean inverter electricity in a package one person can move, fuel for 14 hours at a quarter load, and a noise floor quiet enough to run within 30 feet of a live set without spiking your audio. This is the generator we put on commercial shoots, documentary locations, and any exterior setup where you need reliable power without a tow plant.
By David Wells, President, Moving Picture Rental — Updated April 25, 2026
What the Honda 6500 Handles on a Film Set
The EU6500iS puts out 6,500 watts maximum and 5,500 watts rated — enough to run an Aputure STORM 700x key and an Aputure 600d fill simultaneously with headroom to spare for camera monitors, practicals, and charging stations. At 120/240V with 54.1 amps available at 120V, it covers the majority of location lighting setups without a distro box upgrade. One Honda 6500 generator rental can power an Aputure STORM 700x, a fill light, and a full camera package without breaking a sweat.
The inverter technology matters as much as the wattage. The EU6500iS produces pure sine wave power, which means sensitive electronics — camera bodies, recorders, laptops, wireless systems — run cleanly off it without the harmonic distortion you get from conventional generators. On a Miami Beach hotel exterior where you’re running cameras and lights off the same source, that distinction is the difference between clean footage and a headache.
Quiet Enough for Production
At rated load the EU6500iS measures 60 dB(A). At quarter load — which covers most location lighting scenarios — it drops to 52 dB(A). That’s the noise floor of a quiet conversation. It’s not silent, but it’s manageable at 30 feet from talent, and with a sound blanket it can be placed even closer. For documentary and commercial work in Fort Lauderdale or Orlando where a dedicated generator truck isn’t in the budget, the Honda 6500 pulls real production weight.
We had a documentary crew shooting a beach interview segment near Miami that needed to power an Aputure STORM 700x key light and an Aputure 300d fill alongside a monitor village, all off a single source with no grid access. The Honda 6500 ran the full setup for six hours on one tank, never climbed above a whisper at the monitor position, and the sound mixer never asked us to move it. That’s the standard we hold every Honda 6500 generator rental to before it leaves our prep bay.
According to CineD’s guide on using Honda generators in filmmaking, the EU6500iS is one of the most widely trusted portable power sources on professional film sets globally, and for good reason.
Electric Start, Eco-Throttle, and Runtime
The EU6500iS starts on a key, not a pull cord. On a pre-dawn call time when you’re setting up in the dark, that is not a small thing. Eco-Throttle automatically adjusts engine speed to match the load, which extends runtime and reduces fuel consumption significantly. At a quarter load you get 14 hours from a 4.5-gallon tank — enough to cover a full shoot day and a half without a refuel. At rated load the runtime is 4.7 hours, which covers most shooting blocks comfortably with a midday fuel stop.
Every Honda 6500 generator rental that leaves Moving Picture Rental has been oil-checked, fuel-system inspected, load-tested, and electric-start verified. We do not send a generator to a set without confirming it starts on the first key turn.
Honda EU6500iS Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Honda EU6500iS |
| Maximum Output | 6,500 watts (54.1A @ 120V / 27.1A @ 240V) |
| Rated Output | 5,500 watts (45.8A @ 120V / 22.9A @ 240V) |
| Voltage | 120V / 240V |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Power Type | Inverter (pure sine wave) |
| Engine | Honda GX390, 389cc |
| Starting System | Electric start + recoil backup |
| Noise Level | 52 dB(A) at 1/4 load / 60 dB(A) at rated load |
| Fuel Tank | 4.5 gallons |
| Runtime at 1/4 load | Up to 14 hours (Eco-Throttle) |
| Runtime at rated load | Approx. 4.7 hours |
| Outlets | 20A 125V duplex, 30A 125V locking, 30A 125/250V locking |
| Eco-Throttle | Yes — automatic engine speed adjustment |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 33.5″ x 26.4″ x 27.5″ |
| Dry Weight | 260 lbs |
| Warranty | 3-year residential and commercial |
What’s In The Kit?
The Honda 6500 generator rental ships with:
- 1x Honda EU6500iS inverter generator
- 1x Battery (electric start)
- 1x Owner documentation
Note: extension cables, distro boxes, and breakout adapters are not included but can be added to your quote. Moving Picture Rental carries a full range of grip and electrical accessories across all five Florida locations. For larger power needs, ask about our generator and power distribution packages.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What can the Honda 6500 generator power on a film set?
- The Honda EU6500iS outputs 6,500 watts maximum and 5,500 watts rated at 120/240V. On a film set it can power an Aputure STORM 700x alongside an Aputure 600d fill and a full camera package, a pair of Arri SkyPanel S60-C fixtures with headroom for monitoring and charging, or a complete LED lighting setup with a monitor village running simultaneously. The pure sine wave inverter output makes it safe for sensitive electronics including camera bodies, recorders, and wireless systems.
- How quiet is the Honda EU6500iS on a live set?
- The Honda EU6500iS measures 60 dB(A) at rated load and 52 dB(A) at quarter load. At 52 dB(A) it is comparable to a quiet conversation, manageable at 30 feet from talent, and with a sound blanket it can be positioned closer without affecting production audio. Eco-Throttle reduces engine speed under light loads, which further lowers the noise floor during quieter shooting moments.
- How long does the Honda 6500 run on one tank of fuel?
- The Honda EU6500iS has a 4.5-gallon fuel tank. At a quarter load with Eco-Throttle active, runtime is up to 14 hours — enough to cover a full shoot day and into the evening. At rated load the runtime is approximately 4.7 hours. Fuel is not included in the rental; production adds fuel on location. Moving Picture Rental can advise on fuel consumption estimates based on your planned load.
- Does the Honda 6500 generator rental include cables and distro?
- Cables and distro boxes are not included in the base rental but can be added to your quote. Moving Picture Rental carries a full range of electrical accessories and power distribution gear across all five Florida locations. When requesting your quote, let us know your planned lighting load and we can recommend the right distro and cable package alongside the Honda 6500 generator rental.
- Can I get same-day Honda 6500 generator rental delivery in Miami or Fort Lauderdale?
- Yes. Moving Picture Rental delivers the Honda 6500 generator rental 7 days a week to Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Tampa, and Fort Myers. Same-day and next-day delivery is available depending on inventory and logistics. Request your quote at movingpicture.com/get-a-quote/ and our team will confirm availability for your shoot date.
Complete Your Honda 6500 Generator Rental Package
Lighting: Aputure STORM 700x — 750W tunable white LED that runs cleanly off the Honda 6500 with room for a full supporting light package. The natural pairing for any location power setup.
Grip Truck: 5-Ton Grip Truck — bring your grip and electrical package on the same truck as your portable power source. Every piece of gear in one move.
Grip & Lighting: Browse the full grip and lighting inventory — distro boxes, cable packages, and lighting accessories to complete your location power chain.
Honda 6500 Generator Rental Availability Across Florida
From documentary exteriors in Miami to commercial location shoots in Tampa and film productions across Orlando, the Honda 6500 generator shows up on Florida sets week after week.
Request your quote today and we will confirm availability and any cable or distro accessories for your shoot.
Moving Picture Rental delivers 7 days a week to Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Tampa, and Fort Myers.
Clean power. Quiet run. Florida-ready. Rent the Honda 6500 generator from Moving Picture Rental.