What are the costs of professional business photography in 2026? Complete price guide for entrepreneurs
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In 2026, the costs for professional corporate photography typically range between €350 and €2,500 per assignment, depending on the type of shoot, the duration, and the extent of post-processing. It is possible to find cheaper options, but then you are buying freelance quality. This is what you can expect from a professional agency.
Factors that determine the price of corporate photography
Type of shoot — a team portrait at the office requires less preparation than a production shoot on location.
Number of people or products — more people or items means more setups and more post-processing time
Location — an external location (travel time, scouting, permits) increases the costs compared to a studio shoot.
Post-processing — color correction, retouching, and delivery in multiple formats — is labor-intensive and is often not included in a standard base rate.
Usage rights — commercial use for advertisements or campaigns typically requires an extended license
Delivery time — a standard surcharge is calculated for rush orders with a short turnaround time.
Business photography costs per type of shoot
Portrait photography / team photos
Business portraits and group photos are ideal for websites, LinkedIn, and press releases.
Scope | Price range |
1–5 employees (half day) | €350 – €700 |
6–20 employees (full day) | €700 – €1,400 |
Large organization / multiple locations | on a quotation basis |
Take into account: layout advice, basic retouching per photo, and delivery in high resolution and web format.
Product photography
For webshops, catalogs, and commercial campaigns. The price varies significantly based on the number of products and the complexity of the styling.
Scope | Price range |
Up to 15 products (studio setup) | €450 – €900 |
15–50 products | €900 – €2,000 |
Lifestyle / styled | €1,200 – €3,000 |
Complex products (reflective, transparent, large format) require extra setup time and are quoted separately.
Report / event
Business events, trade fairs, conferences, and corporate reports.
Scope | Price range |
Until 4 o'clock | €550 – €950 |
Full day (8 hours) | €950 – €1,800 |
Multi-day event | on a quotation basis |
Includes post-production and a selection of edited footage. Livestream or direct delivery on the day itself is additional work.
Location shoot / exterior
Building photography, environmental shots, or atmospheric images on location — for real estate, architecture, or corporate presentations.
Scope | Price range |
Half a day, one location | €500 – €950 |
Full day, multiple locations | €950 – €2,000 |
Weather dependency and advance scouting are included in the quotation schedule.
What is and isn't included in a quotation?
Usually included | Usually NOT included |
Preparation and briefing | Makeup and styling |
Travel time within a radius of ~30 km | Travel expenses outside standard area |
Basic retouch (color, cropping) | Extensive image manipulation or compositing |
Delivery in multiple formats | Additional licenses for advertising campaigns |
Selected edited images | All raw files (RAW delivery) |
One revision round | Multiple revision rounds or rework |
Are you unsure about what is or isn't included in your situation? Always ask for a detailed quote; a reputable agency provides this as standard.
Ready for visuals that work?
At Bergstra Media, we combine strategic thinking with technical image quality. Whether it involves team portraits, a production shoot, a corporate report, or a full video production, we think along with you about how the images are used, not just how they look. Additionally, we provide 360° photography for Google Street View and virtual tours , ensuring your company is optimally presented online as well. One agency, all visual disciplines. Contact us for a no-obligation, tailored quote.
