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Photographers & Studios in Singapore: 85 photographers · 1-hour shoot via a booking platform typically S$109–S$179

Updated October 2026How we rank
Portrait, family and headshot sessions in Singapore typically cost $150–$500. Event photographers charge about $150–$300 an hour, often with a 2-hour minimum. Booking platforms list 1-hour shoots from about $109. No licence is needed to shoot, but drone photography for pay needs CAAS permits, and the photographer owns the copyright unless your contract says otherwise.

12 of the best-documented photographers in Singapore

Businesses with the most complete public records first, photos, licence matches, hours and track record. Never ordered by payment.

Motion Media Works

Motion Media Works

Kallang

28+ years in business

7 min walk from Kallang MRT

Portrait Gallery

Portrait Gallery

Tiong Bahru

36+ years in business

1 min walk from Havelock MRT

VMC Media

VMC Media

Upper Thomson

23+ years in business

5 min walk from Bright Hill MRT

Muse

Muse

Bukit Merah

27+ years in business

8 min walk from Redhill MRT

Applebox Asia singapore

Applebox Asia singapore

Downtown Core

20+ years in business

1 min walk from Promenade MRT

Freestate Productions

Freestate Productions

Geylang

26+ years in business

5 min walk from Mattar MRT

Mocha Chai Laboratories

Mocha Chai Laboratories

Geylang

18+ years in business

4 min walk from Tai Seng MRT

Attic Films

Attic Films

Bukit Merah

19+ years in business

7 min walk from Redhill MRT

Broncolor Singapore

Broncolor Singapore

Geylang

15+ years in business

2 min walk from Aljunied MRT

Skyshot Pte Ltd

Skyshot Pte Ltd

Kallang

15+ years in business

5 min walk from Boon Keng MRT

Prologue Pictures

Prologue Pictures

Dhoby Ghaut

12+ years in business

2 min walk from Dhoby Ghaut MRT

nOtch productions Pte Ltd

nOtch productions Pte Ltd

Bukit Merah

11+ years in business

3 min walk from Telok Blangah MRT

Ordered by verifiable signals, licence matches, track record and completeness of public records. Featured placements are labelled and never change this order.

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How much do photographers & studios charge in Singapore?

Indicative Singapore rates. Experience, session length, the number of edited images and usage rights (personal versus commercial) drive the price.

  • 1-hour shoot via a booking platform

    S$109–S$179

    2 hours $179–$299; the hourly rate falls with longer bookings

  • Portrait, family or headshot session

    S$150–S$500

  • Event photography

    S$150–S$300 per hour

    Often a 2-hour minimum; corporate work can be higher

  • ROM / solemnisation (about 2 hours)

    S$388–S$1,200

Sources: Snappr – photography pricing Singapore; Airtasker – photographers in Singapore; Cococreative Studio – event photography in Singapore; iSnap – 2026 price list. Prices in SGD, before GST unless stated.

What licence should a photographer have?

  • Unmanned Aircraft Operator Permit + Class 1 Activity Permit

    Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) · Required by law

    Required for drone photography done for business, regardless of drone weight. Not needed for photographers who don't fly drones.

    Check the official register

How to choose a photographer

  • Match the specialist to the job. Corporate headshots, newborn shoots, product photography and events each need different lighting and skills, so look for at least a full gallery in your category.
  • Agree on the deliverables before the shoot: number of edited images, retouching level, turnaround time, and whether you get unedited files.
  • For business use, such as a website, ads or a company profile, get usage rights in writing. The photographer owns the copyright by default, even when you commissioned the shoot.
  • For events, check whether the quote includes travel time, overtime per hour and same-day selects for social media.

Red flags

  • No contract or written scope, only a price.
  • A portfolio made up entirely of stock-like images, with no full sets from a single shoot.
  • Drone shots are offered without any mention of CAAS permits.

Questions to ask before you book

  • How many edited photos will I receive, and when?
  • Can I use the photos commercially, and is that written into the agreement?
  • What is your overtime rate and cancellation policy?
  • Do you bring lighting for indoor or evening shoots?

Questions about photographers & studios in Singapore

How much does a photographer cost in Singapore?

Booking platforms list 1-hour shoots from about $109–$179. Independent photographers usually charge $150–$500 for a portrait, family or headshot session. Event photographers generally charge $150–$300 per hour, often with a 2-hour minimum. Rates rise with experience, retouching and commercial usage rights.

Who owns the copyright to photos I paid for?

In Singapore, the author, meaning the photographer, generally owns the copyright even in commissioned work, unless you agree in writing that it belongs to someone else. For personal photos, ask for a written licence to print and share them. For business use, negotiate commercial usage rights or a copyright assignment upfront.

Does a photographer need a permit to use a drone in Singapore?

Yes, if it's for business. CAAS requires an Unmanned Aircraft Operator Permit and a Class 1 Activity Permit for any drone flown for business, regardless of its weight. Recreational flyers follow separate rules, but a paid shoot is business use.

How many photographers & studios are there in Singapore?

Lookup lists 85 photographers & studios in Singapore as of October 2026, with the largest concentration in Geylang (18). Listings are compiled from government registers and open map data and refreshed regularly.