Photography & Film Pricing
Photography & Video Production | Pacific Costa Rica
Photography & Film Pricing2026-08-08T17:53:54-06:00

Photography & Film Pricing

Photography & Film Pricing

Your Story, Professionally Captured

Some stories are best preserved in a single frame. Others come to life through movement, sound, and atmosphere.

Pacific Photography offers professional photography, film production, drone coverage, and combined creative packages for personal sessions, businesses, properties, products, and events throughout Costa Rica. Explore our starting packages below or contact our team for a personalized recommendation based on your vision, location, and production needs.

Professional Photography & Video Production by Pacific Photography

People, Families & Lifestyle

Moments Worth Remembering

Natural, professional photography created around the people, relationships, and experiences that matter most. These sessions are ideal for:

  • Individuals and portraits
  • Couples and engagements
  • Families and groups
  • Maternity sessions
  • Anniversaries
  • Vacation photography
  • Personal celebrations

The stated number of photographs is the minimum guaranteed delivery. Depending on the session and group size, our photographer will provide the strongest complete selection from your experience.

Mini Session

A simple, relaxed session designed to capture meaningful moments without requiring an extended production.

  • One-hour photography session
  • Groups of 1–10 people
  • One location, such as a beach, villa, or town
  • 30+ professionally edited, high-resolution photographs
  • Private online gallery available for six months

Rates for Central Valley (San Jose) – Central Pacific (Jaco). External rates are available and will be supplied by an agent.

Signature Session

Our most popular option for families, couples, and groups looking for additional variety and creative flexibility.

  • One to two hours of photography
  • Groups of 1–10 people
  • Multiple nearby locations or an outfit change within the session time
  • 30+ professionally edited, high-resolution photographs
  • Same-day sneak peek of 3–4 photographs
  • Private online gallery available for six months

Rates for Central Valley (San Jose) – Central Pacific (Jaco). External rates are available and will be supplied by an agent.

Event Session

Extended coverage for celebrations, private events, group experiences, and projects requiring greater creative freedom.

  • Up to four hours of photography
  • Multiple nearby locations or outfit changes within the coverage time
  • 75+ professionally edited, high-resolution photographs
  • Candid, posed, and environmental photography
  • Drone photography where permitted and conditions allow
  • Same-day sneak peek of 3–4 photographs
  • Private online gallery available for six months

Rates for Central Valley (San Jose) – Central Pacific (Jaco). External rates are available and will be supplied by an agent.

Restaurant Menu Session

Ideal for cafés, restaurants, and smaller businesses introducing or updating a menu.

  • One to two hours of photography
  • Up to 15 products or dishes
  • 30+ professionally edited, high-resolution photographs
  • Private online gallery available for six months

Rates for Central Valley (San Jose) – Central Pacific (Jaco). External rates are available and will be supplied by an agent.

Corporate Session

Professional individual and team photography created to give your business a consistent, credible presentation.

  • One to two hours of photography
  • Up to 15 team members
  • Individual portraits and team photographs
  • Mobile studio with white and black backgrounds
  • 45+ professionally edited, high-resolution photographs
  • Private online gallery available for six months

Rates for Central Valley (San Jose) – Central Pacific (Jaco). External rates are available and will be supplied by an agent.

Brand Showcase

An extended content session combining polished product imagery, lifestyle storytelling, and short-form video.

  • Up to four hours of coverage
  • Up to 30 products or dishes
  • A combination of detail and lifestyle photography
  • 75+ professionally edited, high-resolution photographs
  • One 15–30 second social media reel
  • Drone footage where permitted and conditions allow
  • Private online gallery available for six months

Rates for Central Valley (San Jose) – Central Pacific (Jaco). External rates are available and will be supplied by an agent.

Brands, Products & Menus

Professional Imagery Built Around Your Business

Create a polished visual library for your website, menus, advertising, social media, team profiles, and future marketing campaigns.

For larger teams, menus, product collections, campaigns, or multi-location productions, our team can prepare a personalized quote.

Film & Video

Bring Your Story to Life

Cinematic video production for businesses, tourism experiences, events, properties, promotional campaigns, and personal stories.

Every production is planned around its intended audience and platform. Horizontal and vertical formats are available depending on how and where the finished film will be used.

Need interviews, multiple filming days, voiceovers, several locations, advanced audio, or multiple finished videos?

Our team can develop a personalized production plan based on your creative goals, required deliverables, platforms, and budget.

Short Film

Concise and visually engaging storytelling for promotional videos, personal experiences, and focused creative concepts.

  • Up to two hours of filming
  • One edited film of approximately 60–90 seconds
  • Vertical or horizontal format
  • Drone footage where permitted and conditions allow
  • Selected or licensed background music
  • High-definition digital delivery

Rates for Central Valley (San Jose) – Central Pacific (Jaco). External rates are available and will be supplied by an agent.

Signature Film

Our most requested film package, offering additional production time and a more complete cinematic story.

  • Up to four hours of filming
  • One edited film of approximately 2–3 minutes
  • Vertical or horizontal format
  • Drone footage where permitted and conditions allow
  • Selected or licensed background music
  • High-definition digital delivery

Rates for Central Valley (San Jose) – Central Pacific (Jaco). External rates are available and will be supplied by an agent.

Extended Film

Designed for events, experiences, and productions requiring additional coverage and a longer finished story.

  • Up to six hours of filming
  • One edited film of approximately 3–5 minutes
  • A selection of professional photographs
  • Vertical or horizontal format
  • Drone footage where permitted and conditions allow
  • Selected or licensed background music
  • High-definition digital delivery

Rates for Central Valley (San Jose) – Central Pacific (Jaco). External rates are available and will be supplied by an agent.

Essential Property Photography

Ideal for condominiums, apartments, and smaller villas.

  • Properties with 1–3 bedrooms
  • Interior and exterior photography
  • 30+ professionally edited, high-resolution photographs
  • Drone photography where permitted and conditions allow
  • Private online gallery available for six months

Rates for Central Valley (San Jose) – Central Pacific (Jaco). External rates are available and will be supplied by an agent.

Signature Property Photography

Designed for larger residences, vacation rentals, and luxury villas.

  • Properties with 4–10 bedrooms
  • Interior and exterior photography
  • 30+ professionally edited, high-resolution photographs
  • Drone photography where permitted and conditions allow
  • Private online gallery available for six months

Rates for Central Valley (San Jose) – Central Pacific (Jaco). External rates are available and will be supplied by an agent.

Essential Property Film

An engaging walkthrough created for condominiums, apartments, and smaller villas.

  • Properties with 1–3 bedrooms
  • One edited film of approximately 1–2 minutes
  • Vertical or horizontal format
  • Drone footage where permitted and conditions allow
  • High-definition digital delivery

Rates for Central Valley (San Jose) – Central Pacific (Jaco). External rates are available and will be supplied by an agent.

Signature Property Film

Extended property coverage for larger villas, luxury residences, and hospitality spaces.

  • Properties with 4–10 bedrooms
  • One edited film of approximately 1–3 minutes
  • Vertical or horizontal format
  • Drone footage where permitted and conditions allow
  • High-definition digital delivery

Rates for Central Valley (San Jose) – Central Pacific (Jaco). External rates are available and will be supplied by an agent.

Photography + Film Bundle

A coordinated photography and film production providing everything needed to market a property across listing platforms, websites, advertising, and social media.

  • Properties with 1–10 bedrooms
  • Professional interior and exterior photography
  • One edited walkthrough film of approximately 1–3 minutes
  • Vertical highlight photographs for social media
  • One short highlight or aerial clip for Reels and Stories
  • Drone photography and footage where permitted
  • Professionally edited digital delivery
  • Private online gallery available for six months

Rates for Central Valley (San Jose) – Central Pacific (Jaco). External rates are available and will be supplied by an agent.

Property Photography & Film

Showcase Every Part of the Space

Professional photography and cinematic walkthrough films for real estate listings, vacation rentals, private villas, hotels, developments, and commercial properties.

For developments, hotels, resorts, properties with more than 10 bedrooms, or projects requiring talent and lifestyle staging, request a personalized production quote.

Photo + Film Bundles

One Story. One Creative Team.

Combining photography and film creates a more complete library of visual content while maintaining a consistent style across every deliverable. Our team can create custom combined coverage for:

  • Brands and corporate campaigns
  • Restaurants, food, and products
  • Events and celebrations
  • Hotels and tourism experiences
  • Properties and vacation rentals
  • Websites and advertising campaigns

Your personalized package can include:

  • Professional photography
  • A cinematic promotional film
  • Drone photography and footage
  • Vertical photographs
  • Short-form Reels
  • Behind-the-scenes content
  • Multiple aspect ratios
  • Additional locations or production time

Because each combined production has different goals and deliverables, packages outside of the Complete Property Showcase are quoted individually.

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Booking Information

Reserving Your Session

A minimum 50% deposit is required to reserve your date. The remaining balance is due on the day of the session or production. We accept:

  • Credit card through a secure invoice
  • PayPal
  • Local bank transfer
  • Cash in USD or CRC

Important Information

  • All listed prices are starting rates in USD.
  • Costa Rica’s 13% VAT is not included.
  • Travel fees may apply outside Jacó, the Central Pacific, San José, and the Central Valley.
  • Drone coverage depends on location, weather, safety, and flight restrictions.
  • Final photographs and videos are delivered digitally.
  • RAW photo and video files are not included or provided.

  • Photography turnaround is normally 1–2 weeks.
  • Film and video turnaround is normally 2–4 weeks.
  • Online galleries remain available for six months.
  • Tips are not included but are always appreciated.

Cancellation and Rescheduling

A 48-hour grace period begins once the initial deposit is received. Cancellations made during this period are eligible for a refund, excluding non-refundable third-party processing fees. After 48 hours, the deposit becomes non-refundable because the date and time have been reserved exclusively for the client. Rescheduling may be possible depending on availability and the applicable reservation policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there refunds?2026-05-11T07:25:15-06:00

We offer a 48-hour grace period after your initial deposit is made. If you contact us within this timeframe, you are eligible for a full refund of your deposit.

After 48 hours, deposits become non-refundable, as your date and time are reserved and removed from our availability. However, we understand that plans can change, and in many cases, rescheduling may be possible depending on availability.

Please note that payment processing fees on deposits are non-refundable, as they are charged by third-party providers.

Can we have the RAW content?2026-05-11T07:21:35-06:00

At Pacific Photography, we take great pride in delivering polished, professionally edited imagery and video that represents our creative vision and quality standards. For this reason, RAW photo and video files are not included or distributed, as they are unfinished production assets. All final deliverables are carefully selected and edited by our team to ensure the highest professional presentation.

We only retain RAW content for a maximum of 30 days from the session for any necessary modifications. After this period, all RAW content will be deleted.

Does Pacific Photography travel outside of Costa Rica?2026-05-11T07:22:31-06:00

Yes, absolutely. While we are based in Costa Rica, we regularly travel for projects both locally and internationally.

Our team has provided services in destinations such as Texas, New York, Canada, Jamaica, and beyond. We are always excited to take on new locations and bring our services wherever our clients need us.

If you’re planning a project outside of Costa Rica, simply reach out with your details and we’ll provide a custom quote, including all travel logistics to ensure a seamless experience from start to finish.

How do we pay?2026-05-11T07:22:54-06:00

To secure your booking, we require a 50% deposit, which officially reserves your date in our calendar. The remaining balance is due on the day of your session or event.

We offer multiple convenient payment options, including:
Credit Card (via secure invoice), PayPal, Local Bank Transfer, and Cash (USD or CRC).
Please note that payments may appear under Pacific Marketing Agency, Pacific Photography, or REY Design, depending on the processing method.

What’s the best time of day for outdoor photography?2026-05-11T07:20:21-06:00

Costa Rica’s tropical climate means the sun is strong and the light can be intense during midday. For the best results, we recommend scheduling outdoor sessions during the early morning or late afternoon, when lighting is softer, temperatures are more comfortable, and conditions are ideal for photography.

  • Morning Sessions: 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
  • Afternoon Sessions: After 4:00 PM / 5:00 PM

These timeframes allow us to capture natural, flattering light while avoiding harsh shadows and excessive heat. During certain times of the year, afternoon sessions can also align with beautiful sunset conditions, adding an extra layer of color and atmosphere to your photos. (Note that during the rainy season we only recomend the morning session due to the chance of rain).

We understand that early mornings aren’t always ideal—especially on vacation—but the difference in quality is significant, and the results are always worth it.

When will I recieve our photos?2026-05-11T07:23:01-06:00

Our delivery timelines are designed to ensure every image and video is carefully selected, edited, and presented at the highest quality:

  • Photography Sessions: Delivered within approximately 1–2 weeks
  • Video Production: Delivered within approximately 2–4 weeks
  • Weddings: Delivered within approximately 4–5 weeks

All final content is delivered through a private online gallery, where you can easily view, download, and share your files. Your gallery will remain active for 6 months, so we recommend downloading and backing up your content within this timeframe.

Please note that the number of images provided represents a minimum guaranteed amount. In most cases, you will receive more, as we always aim to deliver the best selection of images from your session.

Why are the prices quoted different from what’s on your website?2026-05-11T07:22:39-06:00

Our standard pricing is based on projects located within the Central Pacific (Jaco area) and Central Valley (San José)regions.

For locations outside of these areas, pricing may vary due to additional travel requirements, which can include transportation, lodging, and extended travel time. Because every project is unique, these factors are calculated on a case-by-case basis to ensure proper planning and service quality.

We always aim to provide transparent, customized quotes so you know exactly what to expect—no surprises.