How Much Does Wedding Photography & Videography Cost in Australia? (2025 Guide)
Typical price ranges in Sydney (2025)
Hiring your wedding photography and videography team is a big call! The internet doesn’t always make pricing simple either. Here’s a clear guide to what you’ll pay in 2025, what changes the price, and how to choose the right coverage for your day.
Photography (Only)
2 to 3 hours (short events, ceremonies): $400 - $900
5 to 6 hours (half day): $1,000 - $1,800
8 to 10 hours (full day): $2000 - $4,500+
Photography + Videography (Combined)
5 to 6 hours (half day): $1,800 - $3,500
8 to 10 hours (full day): $3,200 - $6,500+
Prices vary by coverage, deliverables, second shooters, add-ons and travel.
What actually drives the cost?
Hours of coverage: More hours = more moments, which equals more editing time.
Team Size: Additional photographers / cinematographers, to capture angles, reactions and moments that you can’t redo.
Deliverables: Highlight film length, long form edit ideas, album design, drone footage, same day sneak peaks or edits.
Travel / Logistics: Multiple locations, regional travel, parking and location permits.
Turnaround: Delivery time frame makes a difference, expedited delivery or same day edits.
How many hours do you need?
2 to 3 hours: Small ceremonies, registry weddings, quick portraits, family shoots.
5 to 6 hours (most popular): Coverage from final prep to the ceremony event, family portraits and reception.
8+ hours: Full coverage of the preparations, guest arrivals, ceremony, portraits, full reception and dance floor.
Multi-Day cultural weddings: Split coverage across events (mehndi, sangeet, nikkah, tilak, telwaan, bhatwaan, reception, ceremony). Ask for a multi event bundle.
Example of deliverables (What good coverage looks like)
Photography: 300-800+ high resolution images which have been professionally edited, online gallery and personal use license.
Videography: 2-6 minutes cinematic highlight, plus optional long form documentary edit (ceremony + speeches).
Support: Location scouting, early sneak peeks on requests, timeline help.
Our 2025 Packages (Photo + Film)
Highlight (2 hours): Perfect for small events, elopements or ceremony only
Story (5 hours): Sweet spot for ceremony, portraits and partial reception coverage.
Feature (8 hours): Full day narrative from preparations to the party. Add-ons: second shooter, drone, same-day edits, premium album.
👉See details inclusions on our packages 👈
Where you can save (without losing quality)
Book Sunday to Friday dates
Keep travel efficient by clustering your locations together.
Choose half day with a focused must have shots schedule.
Opt for a shorter highlight now; order long form highlight later.
Red flags to avoid
Vague contracts, unlimited promises or no delivery timelines.
Inconsistent editing across the portfolio.
“All RAW files included” in place of real editing (it’s a dump of files not a deliverables)
Bottom line
Pick coverage that matches your timeline, not just the price tag. If you’re unsure, send us your run sheet - we’ll tell you honestly what you need.
Ready to plan the right hours for your day?
Book a call or view our packages.
FAQs
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, 50% payment to reserve, remainder prior to the big day.
Do we get all the photos?
You receive every great image professional edited (no blinkers or test shots).
How fast is delivery?
Photos 3 to 4 weeks.
Film 3 to 6 weeks.
Priority upgrades available.