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How much does a photographer cost?

  • R5000 – R14,000
    Wedding photographer
  • R1500 – R2500/hour
    Newborn/Baby photography
  • R1000 – R1500/hour
    Family photography
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We've checked how much you'll pay on average for a photographer. The final price depends on different factors, which are outlined below. Location is also an important factor.


Wedding photographer

  • R5000 – R14,000

This is the price for a wedding photographer. The price includes 5–8 hours of wedding coverage and 250–500 edited photos in a digital format. All additional hours, photos, and services (e.g. wedding video, additional newlywed's photo shoot, etc.) are charged extra. The price depends on the level of expertise and experience of the photographer and your location. Before choosing a photographer, we recommend looking at their previous work to make sure their aesthetic matches your own. On average, wedding photographers charge between R5000 and R14,000.

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Photo shoot (at your location)

  • R800 – R1500

This is the price per hour photographers charge for a photo shoot at your chosen location. The price includes the photo shoot, image editing, and digital image files. Print-outs are usually priced separately. The price depends on the photographer's skill level and location. Portrait photography usually takes an hour. The cost of photo shoot at selected location typically runs from R800 to R1500, averaging at R1100.

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Maternity photography

  • R1500 – R1800/hour

This is the price per hour for maternity photography. The price includes the photo shoot at the desired location, image editing, and digital image files. The price depends on your location and the photographer's expertise and experience. Additional costs may apply for travel time, prints, full copyright privileges to the images, etc. We recommend that you look at the photographer's work before opting for him/her to make sure that his/her aesthetic matches your own. Couples opt for maternity photography because they want a beautiful and special memory of their pregnancy. Maternity photography costs range between R1500/hour and R1800/hour with an average of R1600/hour.

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Newborn/Baby photography

  • R1500 – R2500/hour

This is the price per hour for newborn photography. The price includes the photo shoot at the desired location (studio or at home), setup work, image editing, and digital image files. The price depends on your location and the photographer's expertise and experience. Additional costs may apply for travel time, prints, full copyright privileges to the images, etc. We recommend that you look at the photographer's work before opting for him/her to make sure that his/her aesthetic matches your own. Professional newborn photography is a popular way to celebrate the arrival of a new family member. The best age for newborn photography is up to 21 days. The average cost is usually R2000/hour.

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Family photography

  • R1000 – R1500/hour

This is the price per hour for family photography. The price includes the photo shoot at the desired location, image editing, and digital image files. The price depends on your location and the photographer's expertise and experience. Additional costs may apply for travel time, prints, full copyright privileges to the images, etc. We recommend that you look at the photographer's work before opting for him/her to make sure that his/her aesthetic matches your own. The average cost of family photography is R1300/hour, or typically between R1000/hour and R1500/hour.

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Couple photography

  • R1000 – R1500/hour

This is the price per hour for couple photography. The price includes the photo shoot at the desired location, image editing, and digital image files. The price depends on your location and the photographer's expertise and experience. Additional costs may apply for travel time, prints, full rights to the images, etc. The average cost of couple photography is R1300/hour, or typically between R1000/hour and R1500/hour.

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Photo shoot (in studio)

  • R1900 – R3100/hour

This is the price per hour photographers charge for a photo shoot in a studio. The price includes the photo shoot, image editing, and digital image files. Print-outs are usually priced separately. The price depends on the photographer's skill level and location. Portrait photography usually takes an hour. The cost of photo shoot (in a studio) typically runs from R1900/hour to R3100/hour, averaging at R2500/hour.

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Event photography

  • R1000 – R1900

This is the price for photography services for the whole event. It includes event coverage at your location, image editing, and digital image files. The price depends on the type of event (private or corporate), your location and the photographer's expertise and experience. Additional costs may apply for travel time, prints, full rights to the images, etc. For event photography, expect to pay between R1000 and R1900.

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Recent jobs for photographers

Corporate/private event photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Port Elizabeth
  • Event date: 10 December 2022
  • For which occasion do you need a photography service?: Private event
  • Approx. number of guests: 80
  • How long will you need the photography service?: More than 3 hours

Maternity/newborn photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Randpark Ridge, Johannesburg
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible
  • Where do you want the photos to be taken?: Outdoors

Can you please send me your hourly rate and the number of photos taken in an hour on Whatsapp?

Maternity/newborn photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: DURBAN
  • When do you need this service?: As soon as possible
  • Where do you want the photos to be taken?: Outdoors

I just want something simple and of good quality to remember our newborn. I prefer an outdoors location. You can just send me your hourly rate on Whatsapp. Thank you

Maternity/newborn photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Port Elizabeth
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible
  • Where do you want the photos to be taken?: Photo studio

Newborn photoshoot with family at the studio, how much will that cost?

Maternity/newborn photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Port Shepstone
  • When do you need this service?: As soon as possible
  • Where do you want the photos to be taken?: Photo studio

Family photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Boksburg
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible
  • Where do you want the photos to be taken?: Outdoors

A photoshoot for a family of 6

Corporate/private event photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Vaaltakie
  • Event date: vaal
  • For which occasion do you need a photography service?: Private event
  • Approx. number of guests: 50
  • How long will you need the photography service?: More than 3 hours

Good morning I trust all is well Can you please send me your rates on Whatsapp please?

Maternity/newborn photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Kempton Park
  • When do you need this service?: As soon as possible
  • Where do you want the photos to be taken?: Photo studio

Family photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Springs
  • When do you need this service?: As soon as possible
  • Where do you want the photos to be taken?: Outdoors

Would like a quote from a photographer for a family shoot for 6 people

Corporate/private event photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Roodepoort
  • Event date: 07 December
  • For which occasion do you need a photography service?: Private event
  • Approx. number of guests: 20
  • How long will you need the photography service?: More than 3 hours

Pictures for my daughter's matric dance Would like photos at the venue too. Would prefer if you get in touch via email or WhatsApp as I am unable to take calls