How Much Does a Wedding Photographer and Filmmaker Cost in Switzerland?

It's usually the first question couples ask us, and that makes total sense. Before talking about style or emotions, you need a clear sense of budget. The tricky part is that a wedding photography or filming price never comes down to a single number. Here's what actually shapes it.

What really drives the price

Several things come into play, and not all of them are obvious at first glance:

• How many hours of coverage you need — a few hours, or the full day from morning to night.
• Whether you choose photography, film, or a combined package.
• How many professionals are involved on the day.
• The preparation time beforehand, to understand your day and what matters to you.
• Photo culling and editing, which often takes longer than the shoot itself.
• Video editing and sound work, a technical step that takes real time.
• Travel, especially if your wedding is far from the team's base.
• The deliverables: online gallery, HD files, prints, USB drive...
• The equipment used and how your files are backed up.

Why prices vary so much between providers

Two photographers can offer packages that look similar on paper, with very different prices. The team's experience, the time genuinely spent on post-production, and how personalised the service is all explain much of that gap. There's no single "normal" price — every studio builds its packages around how it actually works.

Our packages at Une Histoire de Pixel

Our prices are stated clearly, along with the duration and team size for each package. You can see the full details of our current packages and pricing on our Pricing page.

The right questions to ask a provider

Before you commit, a few questions can save you from unpleasant surprises: what exactly is included in the price? How long until you receive your photos and film? Who will be photographing and filming on the day? How are your files backed up?

If you have any questions about our packages or your project, get in touch.