How much does it cost to take a photo? Analysis of hot topics and prices on the Internet in the past 10 days
Recently, with the arrival of graduation season and tourist season, photo shooting has become a hot topic on social platforms. Many users are concerned about the price, style choices and precautions for photo shoots. This article combines the hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a structured analysis of the market conditions of photo shooting.
1. Top 5 popular styles for photo shooting in 2024
According to statistics from platforms such as Xiaohongshu and Weibo, the following styles are most popular among young people:
| Ranking | style type | heat index | representative element |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Chinese style | 986,000 | Hanfu improvement, ink background |
| 2 | dopamine photo | 732,000 | Highly saturated colors and vibrant shapes |
| 3 | vintage film | 654,000 | Grainy texture, nostalgic tones |
| 4 | cyberpunk | 521,000 | Neon light effect, sense of future technology |
| 5 | forest fairy | 489,000 | Natural light and shadow, flower headdress |
2. Comparison of photo prices in major cities across the country
Quotes from 100 photography studios through a sample survey (data as of June 2024):
| City | Basic package (1 set of clothing) | Number of photos refined | High-end customization (3 sets of clothing) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing | 599-1200 yuan | 8-12 photos | 2500-5000 yuan |
| Shanghai | 699-1500 yuan | 10-15 pictures | 2800-6000 yuan |
| Guangzhou | 499-999 yuan | 6-10 pictures | 1800-4000 yuan |
| Chengdu | 399-899 yuan | 5-8 photos | 1500-3500 yuan |
| Hangzhou | 450-950 yuan | 6-12 pictures | 2000-4500 yuan |
3. Five key factors affecting price
1.Photographer level: Novice photographers may quote as low as 200 yuan per hour, while internet celebrity photographers can earn up to 2,000-5,000 yuan per hour.
2.Costumes and props: Bringing your own clothing can save 30%-50% of the cost. The rental fee for a single set of high-end customized clothing is about 200-800 yuan.
3.Scene selection: The basic price for studio shooting is about 300-800 yuan, and additional location fees are required for outdoor scenes (such as scenic spot tickets 200-500 yuan)
4.Retouching standards: Ordinary finishing costs about 50-100 yuan/piece, and commercial-grade finishing can cost 200-500 yuan/piece.
5.seasonal factors: Prices generally rise by 20%-30% during peak season (May-October)
4. Consumers’ latest concerns
According to Zhihu hot post discussions, the three issues that users are most concerned about recently are:
| question | frequency of occurrence | solution |
|---|---|---|
| How to avoid hidden consumption? | 87% | Sign a detailed contract to clarify the cost of clothing/cosmetics/film selection |
| Are all the negatives sent? | 76% | Only 28% of studios receive free delivery, need to negotiate in advance |
| What should I do if I’m not satisfied with the shooting results? | 65% | Choose a studio that offers sample reshoot guarantees |
5. Emerging shooting modes in 2024
1.AI photo: Art photos are generated through AI, the price is 39-199 yuan, but there is a dispute over portrait rights.
2.Self-service photo studio: Charge by time (80-200 yuan/hour), bring your own equipment for shooting
3.Travel photography package: A 3 days and 2 nights package in Dali/Sanya and other places is about 5,000-15,000 yuan
Summary suggestions:When choosing a photo shooting service, it is recommended to clarify your budget and style preferences first, check the photographer's customer photos through social media, and confirm the contract details in advance. Those with a medium budget (800-2,000 yuan) can choose the basic package from local word-of-mouth studios, which can not only ensure quality but avoid excessive consumption.
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