Wedding photography in Las Vegas runs anywhere from budget-friendly to full-day luxury — here is what shapes the price and what you actually get at each level.
What Las Vegas Wedding Photographers Typically Charge
Most couples in the Las Vegas valley spend between $1,800 and $4,500 on a wedding photographer. Budget studios offering a few hours of coverage start around $1,200–$1,800. Mid-range photographers with polished portfolios and consistent editing typically fall in the $2,000–$3,500 window. Full-service studios — think all-day coverage, second shooter, and an online gallery with print rights — can run $4,000–$6,500 or more.
- Budget tier: $1,200–$1,800 (2–4 hours, solo shooter)
- Mid-range: $2,000–$3,500 (6–8 hours, edited gallery)
- Premium/full-service: $4,000–$6,500+ (all-day, second shooter, albums)
What Drives the Price Up (or Down)
Hours of coverage is the biggest lever. A Chapel of the Flowers ceremony with no reception needs far less time than a ballroom event at the Emerald at Queensridge. Beyond hours, these factors shift cost significantly:
- Second shooter: adds $300–$600 but captures angles a solo photographer physically cannot
- Printed albums: heirloom albums add $500–$1,500 depending on size and pages
- Travel fees: Red Rock Canyon, Valley of Fire, and Mount Charleston shoots often carry a travel surcharge of $50–$200
- Turnaround time: rush delivery (under two weeks) may cost extra
- Day of the week: Friday and Sunday weddings are often priced lower than Saturdays
Strip vs. Off-Strip Pricing
Weddings held inside major Strip resorts — The Venetian, Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas, Paris Las Vegas — sometimes require the photographer to carry liability insurance and pay a vendor fee to the venue. These costs are typically passed through to the client, adding $150–$400 to the final invoice. Off-Strip venues like Canyon Gate Country Club, JW Marriott Summerlin, or Springs Preserve generally have fewer vendor restrictions and lower add-on costs.
If you are eloping or doing an adventure session at Seven Magic Mountains or Lake Mead, you sidestep venue fees entirely — making those shoots some of the best-value bookings in town. Explore elopement photography if that appeals to you.
What Should Be Included in Your Package
Before signing any contract, confirm exactly what is covered. A transparent package should spell out:
- Total hours of coverage (ceremony + portraits + reception)
- Number of edited, high-resolution images delivered
- Turnaround timeline for the online gallery
- Whether print rights are included or you pay per image
- Backup equipment policy
- What happens if the photographer has an emergency
At LV Wedding Photography & Videography, every package includes full print rights and a private online gallery. You own your images — no per-print fees.
Is It Worth Combining Photo and Video?
Bundling wedding photography with wedding videography from the same studio usually saves $300–$700 compared to booking separately. It also means one coordinated team rather than two crews who have never worked together. If your budget is tight, prioritize photography — but if you can stretch, video captures moments that stills simply cannot.