Wedding Photography & Videography FAQ

Raj Photo Video - New Jersey, New York & Tri-State Area

Last updated: January 2025 Specializing in South Asian weddings, Hindu ceremonies, Sikh weddings, and multi-day celebrations

Pricing & Packages

Photography packages start at $1,800 and scale based on coverage hours and photographer tier. Videography packages start at $1,800 for classic coverage up to $5,500 for Hollywood-level cinema production.

Photography Tiers:

  • Classic Photography: $1,800 – Professional associate photographer coverage
  • Signature Photography: $3,000 – Lead photographer, single-camera coverage
  • Luxe Photography: $4,400 – Dual photographer coverage capturing every angle

 

Videography Tiers:

  • Classic Video: $1,800 – Professional associate videographer with essential features
  • Signature Cinema: $3,000 – Single cinematographer, highlight film + raw footage
  • Multi-Angle Coverage: $4,000 – Two cameras, lite drone, highlight + full-length films
  • Hollywood Coverage: $5,500 – Three cameras, full drone coverage, premium production

 

Build your custom package at build.rajphotovideo.com to select coverage hours, events (ceremony, reception, Sangeet, Mehndi), and add-ons.

 

Photo + Video Bundles save 10-15% when booking both services together.

 

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Choose from preset packages or customize your timeline:

  • Ceremony Only: 6 hours – Essential ceremony coverage
  • Wedding Day (Ceremony + Reception): 12 hours – Prep through dancing
  • Wedding Day + One Pre-Event: 16 hours – Sangeet/Mehndi + full wedding day
  • Multi-Day Indian Wedding: 20 hours – Complete coverage across multiple events

 

Add individual events à la carte: Pithi, Mehndi, Sangeet, Ceremony, Reception, or other cultural celebrations.

Customize your coverage at build.rajphotovideo.com.

 

Also asked as: How long should I book my photographer? Do I need 12 hours of coverage? Multi-day wedding photography packages

Every photography package includes:

  • All the best images from your celebration – We deliver approximately 50% of what we shoot (no arbitrary limits). A typical 12-hour wedding may yield 700-900 edited images, while a 20-hour multi-day event may yield 1,200-2,000 images. Quality over quantity—every image we deliver meets our professional standards.
  • Professional color correction and artistic editing
  • True-to-life color representation (we don’t over-filter South Asian weddings)
  • Private online gallery with download access
  • High-resolution files with full personal use rights
  • Images delivered within 2 weeks

 

Want more edited photos? We provide all clients with InstantEditAI credits—our self-service editing platform. If you have additional photos you’d like edited or post-produced, upload them to InstantEditAI and we’ll process them with our signature editing style.

 

Basic Videography packages include:

  • Documentary-style highlight film (5-8 minutes) – Simple, clean cuts showcasing your day
  • Full ceremony video (one continuous video, uncut)
  • Full reception video (one continuous video) – Videos delivered within 6-8 weeks (varies by season)

 

Premium Cinematography packages include:

  • Cinematic storytelling highlight film with narrative arc, music scoring, and artistic editing
  • Chaptered ceremony and reception videos
  • Professional segments for vows, speeches, first dance, cake cutting, etc.
  • Professional audio recording with wireless lapel mics for crystal-clear vows and toasts
  • Drone footage (Multi-Angle and Hollywood tiers) – Videos delivered within 6-8 weeks (varies by season)

 

Premium packages may also include:

  • Multiple photographers/videographers (you choose via package builder)
  • Engagement session ($750 add-on: 2-hour shoot, 50-75 edited images)
  • Parent albums ($450 each: 12×12 hardcover, 15 spreads)
  • Couple album ($450: 12×12 leather, 25 spreads)

 

Also asked as: What do I get with my wedding package? How many photos will I receive? Difference between videography and cinematography?

Photography: No limits—you receive all images that meet our quality standards.

We deliver approximately 50% of what we shoot. A typical 12-hour wedding may yield 700-900 edited images. A 6-hour ceremony-only event may yield 400-500 images. A 20-hour multi-day South Asian wedding may yield 1,200-2,000 images.

Every image is properly exposed, sharp, well-composed, and tells part of your story. We don’t pad your gallery with filler—only the best moments.

Videography deliverables:

  • Basic Video: Documentary highlight film + full ceremony video + full reception video (continuous, uncut)
  • Cinematography: Cinematic highlight film + fully chaptered ceremony + fully chaptered reception with individual segments

 

Want even more edited photos? Use your InstantEditAI credits (included with every package) to edit additional images at your discretion.

 

Also asked as: How many pictures do wedding photographers give? Will I get all the photos? Do I get raw files? What’s the difference between video and cinema packages?

Photos: 2 weeks from your wedding date. We deliver fast without compromising quality.

Videos: 6-8 weeks from your wedding date (varies by season). Peak wedding season (May-October) may extend toward 8 weeks due to volume. Off-season weddings often deliver closer to 6 weeks. Cinematic editing requires extensive color grading, audio mixing, and storytelling—we craft each frame intentionally.

Sneak Peeks: 20-25 preview images within 24 hours (shared on social media with your permission, plus private gallery access).

Same-day sneak peeks available during cocktail hour/reception if we have 1+ hour between ceremony and reception.

Multi-day events: Turnaround times remain the same. We deliver all events together as one cohesive collection.

 

While others take 8-12 weeks for photos, we deliver in 2 weeks—it’s part of the Raj Signature Experience.

 

Also asked as: When will I get my wedding photos? How fast do you deliver? Photo turnaround time

Availability & Booking

Call 732-387-3925 to check real-time availability for your date.

Based in Central New Jersey (Monmouth County), we photograph and film weddings throughout New Jersey and surrounding areas.

Peak season (May-October) books 12+ months in advance. Off-season dates may be available with shorter notice.

Your date isn’t reserved until we receive a signed contract and 25% deposit.

 

Also asked as: Do you have my date available? When should I book? How far in advance do photographers book up?

We’re open to destination weddings depending on location and availability. Our primary focus is serving New Jersey couples, but we’re happy to discuss travel opportunities.

Travel within 30-50 miles of Central NJ (Monmouth County): Complimentary, included in all packages.

Travel beyond 50 miles: $1.06 per mile (one-way), or actual travel costs for fly-in destinations (flights, hotel, ground transportation).

For destination inquiries, call 732-387-3925 to discuss your specific location and date.

 

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Photography & Videography Style

Photography: We blend photojournalistic documentary with creative portraiture—the “4 pillars” approach: 

  1. Celebrating Love & Emotion – Authentic moments, genuine reactions 
  2. Storytelling – Every image has purpose and context 
  3. Creativity – Unique perspectives, reflections, silhouettes, artistic composition 
  4. Capturing Beauty – Refined posing, flattering light, stunning backdrops

 

Our aesthetic: True-to-life colors with rich, vibrant representation. South Asian weddings are bold and colorful—we don’t mute that. Expect clean, contemporary visuals with timeless appeal.

Videography vs. Cinematography:

  • Basic Videography: Documentary-style coverage with simple, clean editing—highlights the key moments without heavy narrative or artistic treatment
  • Premium Cinematography: Cinematic storytelling with narrative arc, music scoring, smooth gimbal movements, artistic composition, and film-quality production

 

South Asian Wedding Expertise: Over 1,000 Hindu, Sikh, and fusion weddings since 2004. We understand the significance of:

  • Baraat choreography and grand entrances
  • Jaymala/varmala exchanges – Pheras, mangal sutra, kanyadaan
  • Anand Karaj and Sikh ceremony rituals
  • Multi-day event flow and family dynamics
  • Coordination with pandits, granthis, and cultural officiants
  • Respectful of religious customs and temple/gurdwara protocols

 

We don’t just document—we anticipate. We know when key moments happen and position ourselves perfectly.

Also asked as: What photography style do you use? Do you know Indian wedding traditions? Photojournalistic vs traditional photography? Difference between video and cinematography

Absolutely! We show complete work, not just highlight reels.

Portfolio: Visit rajphotovideo.com/memories for full wedding galleries, highlight films, and complete ceremony/reception videos

YouTube: Full-length films and cinematic highlights at youtube.com/c/Rajphotovideo

Instagram: @rajphotovideo for recent work and behind-the-scenes

What you’ll see:

  • Complete wedding day timeline coverage
  • Various South Asian ceremony types (Hindu, Sikh, fusion)
  • Different venues and lighting conditions
  • Real client celebrations across 20+ years

 

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Equipment & Professionalism

Professional Equipment:

  • Full-frame Sony camera systems (latest professional bodies)
  • Professional cinema cameras for 4K video
  • Professional lens collection (wide-angle to telephoto)
  • External lighting and flash systems
  • DJI drones for aerial cinematography (Multi-Angle and Hollywood tiers)
  • Professional audio recording equipment (wireless lapel mics, backup recorders)

 

Backup Everything:

  • Every photographer/videographer carries 2+ camera bodies
  • Backup lenses for every focal length
  • Local mass backup storage for immediate redundancy
  • Backup batteries, chargers, and power solutions
  • Backup lighting equipment

 

Post-Production Security:

  • Images immediately backed up to cloud storage
  • Multiple backup locations during editing
  • Files retained for 6 months after delivery
  • Online galleries active for 3 months (download immediately; cloud storage subscription available)

 

Family-based team with 20+ years experience means we ARE each other’s backups—multiple qualified photographers/videographers available for every date.

Also asked as: What cameras do you use? Do you have backup photographers? What if equipment fails?

Yes! We carry full general liability insurance and equipment insurance covering:

  • Venue liability protection
  • Equipment damage or theft coverage
  • Professional liability

 

Certificate of Insurance (COI) provided to your venue upon request.

 

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Booking Process

5 Simple Steps:

  1. Check Availability: Call 732-387-3925 or email support@rajphotovideo.com
  2. Build Your Package: Use build.rajphotovideo.com to customize coverage
  3. Consultation: Zoom or phone call to discuss your vision
  4. Reserve Your Date: Sign contract + pay 25% deposit
  5. Pre-Wedding Planning: Timeline consultation 2-4 weeks before your celebration

 

Your date is reserved once we receive the signed contract and deposit.

 

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Deposit: 25% of total package price due at booking to reserve your date

Final Payment: Remaining 75% due before your event date

Payment Methods: – ACH bank transfer (preferred, no fees) – Credit card (standard transaction fees apply)

Payment Plans: Available for weddings booked 12+ months in advance. Discuss during consultation.

Deposit is non-refundable but may be transferable to a new date (within 12 months, subject to availability).

 

Also asked as: How much is the deposit? When do I pay the balance? Wedding photographer payment plans

Cancellation: Deposit is non-refundable if you cancel your wedding (compensates for turning away other clients).

Rescheduling: We’ll work with you to move your date if available. One complimentary date change included within 12 months. Additional changes may incur administrative fees.

Force Majeure: In extreme circumstances (severe weather, emergencies), we’ll collaborate to find solutions. Our family-based team structure provides flexibility most studios can’t match.

 

Also asked as: Can I change my wedding date? Refund policy? What if I need to reschedule?

Day-of Logistics

You choose your team via build.rajphotovideo.com:

  • Classic tiers: 1 professional photographer OR 1 videographer
  • Signature tiers: 1 lead photographer/cinematographer
  • Luxe/Multi-Angle: 2 photographers OR 2 videographers
  • Hollywood: 3-person cinema team

 

Why multiple shooters matter:

  • Capture ceremony from multiple angles simultaneously
  • Cover bride and groom prep at separate locations
  • Never miss a moment during key events
  • Efficiency during family portraits

 

Our Team: All Raj Photo Video photographers and videographers are:

  • Professionally trained with 5+ years experience each
  • Expert in South Asian wedding traditions
  • Background-checked and insured
  • Fluent in English and Hindi

 

Lead photographer Sameer oversees all editing personally to ensure consistency with the Raj Signature style.

 

Also asked as: Will you personally photograph my wedding? How many photographers do I need? Second shooter included?

Our Family-Based Backup System:

We’re a family team with multiple professional photographers and videographers who’ve worked together for 20+ years. If the assigned lead has an emergency:

  1. Immediate notification to you
  2. Equally qualified family team member steps in (same training, same style)
  3. Lead photographer still handles all editing personally
  4. Quality guarantee remains unchanged

 

In 20+ years and 1,000+ weddings, we’ve never missed an event. Our family structure provides reliability that single-photographer studios can’t match.

 

Force Majeure: In extreme circumstances (natural disasters, travel impossibilities), we’ll work with you on rescheduling or finding trusted backup solutions.

 

Also asked as: What if you can’t make my wedding? Backup photographer policy? Emergency coverage

We don’t provide shot lists—with 20+ years of South Asian wedding expertise, we know exactly what moments matter during Hindu, Sikh, and fusion ceremonies. We’ve photographed 1,000+ weddings and understand the rituals instinctively.

What we need from you:

  • Detailed family groupings list
  • Specific combinations you want (parents, siblings, extended family arrangements)
  • Special VIPs to prioritize
  • Any unique traditions or moments specific to your celebration

 

Pre-Wedding Timeline Planning: For our premium clients, we conduct a comprehensive planning call 2-4 weeks before your wedding. During this session, we’ll:

  • Review your complete day timeline
  • Allocate time for couple portraits, family formals, and bridal party photos
  • Identify optimal photo locations at your venue
  • Coordinate with other vendors
  • Ensure we capture every priority while keeping your day flowing smoothly

 

Family formals efficiency: With a detailed groupings list, we can photograph 20+ family combinations in 20-30 minutes.

 

Also asked as: Do you provide shot lists? Wedding timeline planning? How long for family photos?

Delivery & Files

Photography Delivery:

  • Private online gallery with download access for all high-resolution images
  • Share link with family and friends worldwide
  • Mobile-friendly viewing
  • Google Drive delivery option available
  • Gallery active for 3 months (download immediately; extended cloud storage subscription available)

 

Videography Delivery:

  • Basic Video packages: MP4 files delivered via Google Drive
  • Cinematography packages: Private online streaming (Vimeo) plus Google Drive download – 4K high-resolution files – Optional: Hard drive mailback ($100)

 

Full ownership: You receive complete rights to all photos and videos (see copyright question below for details).

File Backups: We retain your files for 6 months after delivery. After that, archival storage available via cloud subscription ($100/year).

 

Also asked as: How will you send my photos? Can I download all photos? Video file delivery? Hard drive delivery

Yes! Custom wedding albums available à la carte:

  • Parent Albums: $450 each – 12×12 hardcover, 75 images across 15 spreads
  • Couple Album: $450 – 12×12 leather, 125 images across 25 spreads

 

Our primary delivery method is digital. Albums are optional add-ons designed in collaboration with you, delivered 8-10 weeks after approval.

Prints: You own full copyright to all images (see below)—print anywhere you like!

 

Also asked as: Do you make wedding albums? Album prices? Can I print my own photos?

Special Services & Add-Ons

Weather and venue dependent (requires venue permission and safe flight conditions).

Also asked as: Aerial wedding photography? Drone wedding video? Do you fly drones?

Yes! Engagement sessions available as $750 add-on or customize via build.rajphotovideo.com.

What’s included:

  • 2-hour session at location(s) of your choice
  • 50-75 professionally edited images
  • Delivered within 2 weeks
  • Perfect for save-the-dates, wedding website, guest book

Why engagement sessions matter:

  • Get comfortable in front of the camera before your wedding
  • Build rapport with your photographer
  • Scout creative locations
  • Practice posing and movement

Popular locations: We recommend scenic spots throughout New Jersey—beaches, parks, gardens, urban settings, and cultural landmarks.

Also asked as: Engagement photo session included? How much for engagement pictures? Engagement shoot New Jersey

For Engagement Sessions: We’ll reschedule to a better weather day at no additional charge.

For Wedding Days: We’ll be there as long as we can safely travel to your venue. Weather won’t stop your celebration, and it won’t stop us from documenting it.

Extreme Weather (Force Majeure): If severe conditions make travel impossible or unsafe (hurricanes, blizzards, state of emergency), we’ll work with you to:

  • Reschedule if your event is postponed
  • Apply your deposit to the new date
  • Coordinate backup solutions if needed

See our force majeure policy in your contract for full details. We prioritize safety while doing everything possible to serve you.

 

Also asked as: What if weather is bad on my wedding day? Can I reschedule for rain? Severe weather policy

Location & Service Area

Home Base: Central New Jersey (Monmouth County)

Primary Service Area: New Jersey – all counties throughout the state

Travel within 30-50 miles of Central NJ: Complimentary, included in all packages

Travel beyond 50 miles: $1.06 per mile (one-way) – applies to locations outside Central New Jersey

We regularly photograph at popular NJ venues including:

  • The Venetian, Garfield
  • Legacy Castle, Pompton Plains
  • The Palace at Somerset Park
  • Lucien’s Manor, Berlin
  • Marigold, Somerset
  • Sheraton Parsippany
  • And 100+ venues across New Jersey

 

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Cultural Expertise

Yes—it’s our specialty! We’ve photographed 1,000+ South Asian weddings since 2004.

Our Experience:

  • 20+ years specializing in Hindu, Sikh, and fusion celebrations
  • Deep understanding of multi-day event flow (Mehndi, Sangeet, Ceremony, Reception)
  • Expert knowledge of traditional ceremonies and key moments
  • Family dynamics and importance of extended family portraits
  • Coordination with pandits, granthis, and cultural officiants
  • Respectful of religious customs and temple/gurdwara protocols

 

We understand and capture:

  • Baraat choreography and grand entrances
  • Jaymala/varmala exchanges
  • Pheras around the sacred fire
  • Mangal sutra and kanyadaan rituals
  • Anand Karaj Sikh wedding ceremonies
  • Laava and Ardas
  • Traditional attire details (lehenga, sari, sherwani, jewelry)
  • Bidaai emotional send-offs

Languages: Our team speaks English and Hindi, facilitating smooth communication with family and guests.

Cultural sensitivity: We don’t just photograph—we participate respectfully. As Indian photographers, we understand cultural nuances instinctively.

 

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Legal & Rights

Unlike most photographers, we transfer full copyright to you—a major differentiator that sets us apart from the industry standard.

You own everything:

  • Complete copyright ownership of all photos and videos
  • Use commercially if you choose
  • Print anywhere, anytime
  • Share on social media (we appreciate tags @rajphotovideo!)
  • Edit, crop, or modify as you wish
  • Remove watermarks
  • Sell or license images
  • No restrictions—they’re YOUR images

 

This is rare in the wedding industry. Most photographers retain copyright and only grant limited personal use licenses. We believe your memories should be 100% yours.

Our Use: We may feature select images in our portfolio, website, and marketing (unless you request privacy). Even though you own the copyright, we appreciate the opportunity to showcase our work.

 

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Contact & Next Steps

Contact Us:

 

Response Time: Within 24 hours (usually same day)

Free Consultation: Complimentary 30-minute Zoom or phone consultation to discuss your celebration, answer questions, and see if we’re the right fit.

 

Ready to Book?

1. Build your custom package at build.rajphotovideo.com

2. Call 732-387-3925 to confirm availability

3. Receive custom proposal and contract

4. Sign contract + 25% deposit = your date is reserved!

 

We’re excited to hear your love story and capture your celebration!