How Much Does Product Photography Cost in Australia?
Product photography is usually priced per image or per half/full day. In Australia, simple white-background ecommerce shots start around $30–$80 each, while styled lifestyle and food images cost more. Here's what to budget.
Typical Australian product photography prices (2026)
| Option | Typical price | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| White-background (per image) | $30 – $80 | Clean ecommerce / Amazon-ready shots |
| Styled / lifestyle (per image) | $80 – $200 | On-set styling, props, on-model |
| Half-day studio | $600 – $1,200 | Multiple products, mixed shot types |
| Food (per dish) | $100 – $250 | Styled hero and menu food shots |
Prices are indicative Australian ranges for 2026. Get exact quotes free from local photographers.
What affects the price
- Number of products and images
- White-background vs styled/lifestyle
- Styling, props and models
- Retouching and file formats
- Volume discounts for large ranges
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does product photography cost per image?
- Simple white-background images are typically $30–$80 each. Styled lifestyle and on-model images run $80–$200, and food shots $100–$250 per dish.
- Is it cheaper to shoot in bulk?
- Yes — most product photographers offer per-image discounts for larger ranges and ongoing content packages.
- Can I post my products to the photographer?
- Often yes. Many studios accept products by post for white-background and packaged shoots; larger or fragile items are shot on-site.