When it comes to weddings, recording the special day should be one of the most important parts of your plan. So many people cut corners when it comes to videography, opting for that friend or relative who owns a video camera to record the event. Though this is definitely an option, unless you know the person you choose has experience and knows how to get the right shots, you could be making a decision resulting in a blurry video or missing an important part of the day. Wedding video packages can be affordable. There are many packages, you just have to know what it is that you want and then go from there.
Videography packages usually are priced according to the number of hours that the videographer works and the number of venues he or she must tape. The most cost-effective usually is a 4 hour package where the videographer tapes only the ceremony or only the reception. The next basic package usually runs around 6 hours and includes the ceremony and reception, even if they are in two separate venues. From this point, much depends on the number of hours you require from the videographer. Some brides want the videographer to catch the preparations, including getting hair done, make-up done, and getting dressed. Some weddings, start to finish can last anywhere from 6 hours to several days and, as you can see, prices can be significant depending on the number of hours involved. Often times, videographers offer packages which include specific types of editing, including chaptered viewing, raw video footage, and recaps of the day. Also, some videographers will charge extra for same-day or same-week editing. A lot depends on your videographer, his or her reputation, and experience.
Shop around for the right videography package for you. Wedding videography packages can range in price from around $800 to well over $5,000, depending on the number of hours, and what you want your videographer to capture. Check with your local chamber of commerce, bridal shows, and, of course, talk to other recently married couples to find the best videographer to meet your needs and budget.