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Wedding videography in San Diego typically costs between $2,500 and $8,000, depending on hours of coverage, crew size, and how many deliverables (highlight film, full ceremony, drone footage) you want. Here’s exactly what drives that range, and what Alphares Studio charges at each tier.
Wedding Videography Pricing in San Diego (2026)
| Package | Price | Coverage | What You Get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duo | $2,500 | 5 hours | 1 videographer, single-cam 4K video, unlimited edited images |
| Premium | $4,000 | 6 hours | 1 videographer + field producer, single-cam 4K video |
| Elite | $6,000 | 7 hours | 2 videographers + field producer, multi-cam 4K video |
| Luxury | $8,000 | 8 hours | 2 videographers + field producer, multi-cam 4K video |
Prefer video-only coverage without photography? Use the Mix & Match builder to book video hours a la carte, starting at $450 for a single hour.
What Drives Wedding Videography Cost?
Across the San Diego market, wedding videography pricing generally reflects five things: crew size, hours of coverage, delivery turnaround, editing style, and add-ons. Newer videographers often charge under $1,500 for a full day, while established studios with in-house crews typically start around $2,500 and run to $8,000+ for full production coverage.
- Single-cam vs. multi-cam — industry-wide, a single camera captures one angle at a time; multi-cam setups use two or more operators filming simultaneously for a more cinematic edit, which is why they typically cost more. Alphares Studio includes multi-cam from Elite up.
- Hours of coverage — most San Diego weddings need 6-8 hours to cover getting-ready through reception send-off; shorter micro-weddings and elopements need far less.
- Crew size — a dedicated field producer (managing audio, lighting, and shot logistics) is common at higher price points industry-wide; Alphares Studio includes one from Premium up.
- Delivery timeline — turnaround commonly runs 2 to 6 weeks across the industry depending on studio workload and editing style. Alphares Studio delivers Duo and Premium in 3 weeks, Elite in 4, Luxury in 5 (Express Delivery available for a 14-day turnaround).
- Add-ons — drone footage, same-day highlight reels, and physical delivery are typically priced separately across most studios. At Alphares Studio, drone is $249 and a same-day highlight reel is $849.
Videographer Only, or Photo + Video Together?
Every Alphares Studio package listed above includes both photography and videography — we don’t offer video-only packages at the tiered price points, since most San Diego couples want both. If you specifically only need video coverage, the Mix & Match tool lets you book video-only hours starting at $450. For help deciding between photo, video, or both, see our guide on building the coverage that fits your day.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a wedding videographer cost in San Diego?
Wedding videography in San Diego typically ranges from $2,500 to $8,000 for a full-day package, or from $450 for a single hour of a la carte coverage. Alphares Studio’s packages start at $2,500 for the Duo tier (5 hours, single videographer) and go up to $8,000 for Luxury (8 hours, 2 videographers, multi-cam).
What’s the difference between single-cam and multi-cam video?
Single-cam uses one videographer filming from one angle at a time. Multi-cam uses two videographers filming simultaneously from different angles, which allows for more dynamic editing (cutting between angles during vows, speeches, and the first dance) — available on Elite and Luxury packages.
How long until I receive my wedding video?
Delivery timelines vary by package: Duo and Premium are 3 weeks, Elite is 4 weeks, and Luxury is 5 weeks. Add Express Delivery for a 14-day turnaround.
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