Vendor cost guide
How much does a wedding videographer cost?
A wedding videographer costs an estimated $2,300 on average in 2026, with typical prices running from $1,500 to $4,000. These are national averages, not quotes.
Quick answer
Wedding videography averages about $2,300, with most packages between $1,500 and $4,000 depending on hours, deliverables, and whether a second shooter or drone is included. National-average estimates, not quotes.
| Tier | Typical price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $1,500 | A short highlight film (3–5 minutes) from a single shooter covering about 6 hours. |
| Typical | $2,300 | About 8 hours with a highlight film plus full-length ceremony and toast edits. |
| High-end | $4,000+ | A two-person cinema team with a feature-length film, drone footage, and sometimes a same-day edit. |
What drives the price
- Hours of coverage and whether a second videographer is included.
- Deliverables — a full feature film and raw footage cost more than a highlight reel.
- Drone footage, which adds equipment, licensing, and editing time.
- Turnaround time — same-day or rush edits carry premiums.
- Your market and the videographer's demand.
Ways to save
- Choose a highlight film only and add the raw ceremony footage instead of a full documentary edit.
- Book photo and video from the same studio — bundles often save 10–15%.
- Skip the drone unless your venue's setting really rewards it.
- Cover ceremony through the first dance rather than the full day.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a wedding videographer cost?
Wedding videography averages about $2,300, with most packages between $1,500 and $4,000 depending on hours, deliverables, and whether a second shooter or drone is included. National-average estimates, not quotes.
What percentage of a wedding budget goes to videography?
Videography is usually about 6–7% of the total — roughly $2,300 of the $34,000 national average — inside the ~12% that couples typically allocate to photo and video combined.
Is a wedding videographer worth it?
Couples who skip video consistently rank it among their top regrets — it's the only way to re-hear vows and toasts. If the full package doesn't fit the budget, a short highlight film or a ceremony-only edit captures the moments that matter most.
Do I need both a photographer and a videographer?
They do different jobs: photos are what you display and share; video captures voices and movement. If you can only afford one, most couples prioritize photography — then add a modest video package if the budget allows.
Other vendor costs
Last reviewed June 2026 by Jared Waterworth. Estimates use widely accepted wedding-planning rules of thumb — see how we estimate. Numbers vary by region, season, and vendor, so verify before you book or buy.