How much does a wedding photographer cost in Sydney?

Last updated: 30th Apr 2025

In 2020, for a two-hour wedding photoshoot in Sydney, the average price you can expect to pay the photographer is approximately $1,343. On average a one-hour wedding shoot will cost $839 and a four-hour shoot will cost $2,350. Sydney’s wedding photographer prices are 12% above the AU national average. Similar average pricing applies to shoots in the following categories: wedding, bridal.

Get a quote from Snappr arrow
Contents
  1. Comparison of average Sydney wedding photographer costs by shoot duration
  2. Examples of recent wedding photoshoot jobs on Snappr in Sydney, NSW
  3. Compare the cost of hiring a wedding photographer to other cities in NSW
  4. Comparison of different options for finding a wedding photographer in Sydney
  5. Prices for other types of photographers in Sydney

Comparison of average Sydney wedding photographer costs by shoot duration

Compare average market rates to Snappr rates based on the length of the wedding shoot.

Shoot duration Typical market cost in Sydney, NSW Snappr cost - value package Snappr cost - premium package
1 hour photoshoot
$839
$109
$179
2 hour photoshoot
$1,343
$179
$299
3 hour photoshoot
$1,846
$249
$419
4 hour photoshoot
$2,350
$319
$539
5 hour photoshoot
$2,853
$389
$659
6 hour photoshoot
$3,357
$459
$779
8 hour photoshoot
$4,364
$599
$1,019
10 hour photoshoot
$5,371
$739
$1,259

Source: Proprietary algorithm that combines earnings data from government data for the area of Sydney (1030) with a sample of price quotes on the websites of wedding photographers.

Examples of Wedding Photos from Snappr Photographers

Examples of recent wedding photoshoot jobs on Snappr in Sydney, NSW

A snapshot of real-world wedding jobs that have been requested recently by folks in Sydney and surrounding areas.

Snappr motif Wedding shoot in Sydney

Booked 8 hours ago by Kim

  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Inclusions: all digital downloads
  • Price: $629
Book a similar shoot to Kim's
Snappr motif Wedding shoot in Hurstville

Booked 2 days ago by Cindy

  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Inclusions: all digital downloads
  • Price: $489
Book a similar shoot to Cindy's
Snappr motif Wedding shoot in Kingsgrove

Booked 2 days ago by Elene

  • Duration: 14 hours
  • Inclusions: all digital downloads
  • Price: $2029
Book a similar shoot to Elene's
Snappr motif Wedding shoot in Alfords Point

Booked 4 days ago by Angela

  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Inclusions: all digital downloads
  • Price: $629
Book a similar shoot to Angela's
Snappr motif Wedding shoot in Glebe

Booked 4 days ago by Libby

  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Inclusions: all digital downloads
  • Price: $629
Book a similar shoot to Libby's
Snappr motif Wedding shoot in Palm Beach

Booked 7 days ago by Jess

  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Inclusions: all digital downloads
  • Price: $489
Book a similar shoot to Jess's
Get a quote from Snappr arrow

Compare the cost of hiring a wedding photographer to other cities in NSW

From most expensive to least expensive.

City Cost of 2 hour photoshoot
Sydney, NSW
$1,343
Newcastle, NSW
$1,043
Central Coast, NSW
$1,043
State of NSW
Get a quote from Snappr arrow

Comparison of different options for finding a wedding photographer in Sydney

The Photographer Cost Calculator is built by Snappr, the largest on-demand marketplace for photographers, including the largest network of on-demand wedding photographers in Sydney. See how booking your wedding shoot with Snappr compares to common alternatives.

Feature Snappr Sydney Wedding Photographers Studio and Independent Wedding Photographers in Sydney Thumbtack Wedding Photographers in Sydney
Available throughout Sydney, NSW
Fixed prices
Pre-vetted photographers
Photos delivered via app
Full image rights included Varies Varies
Average time to booking confirmation 2 minutes Days Hours
Book now arrow

Prices for other types of photographers in Sydney

The Photographer Cost Calculator can also tell you average prices for other types of shoots in Sydney.

Cost of Newborn Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Dating Portrait Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Commercial Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Automotive Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Media Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Wedding Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Graduation Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Family Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Travel Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Fashion Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Party Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Sport Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Industrial Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Engagement Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Event Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Product Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Food Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Religious Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Portrait Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Team & Office Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Anniversary Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Real Estate Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Maternity Photographers in Sydney, NSW

Cost of Pet Photographers in Sydney, NSW