eGigHow much does product photography cost?
Product Photography costs ₹150 to ₹6,000 per photo with a freelancer (about $2–$70), depending on the scope and the freelancer’s experience. Most clients pay in the standard range of ₹500–₹1,500 per photo.
Product Photography prices
White background photos for marketplaces with basic editing
Styled or lifestyle shots with props and retouching
Model shoots and creative campaigns with studio set-up and art direction
Hourly rates
| Level | Rate per hour | In dollars |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner (under 2 years) | ₹500–₹1,000 | $6–$12 |
| Intermediate (2–5 years) | ₹1,000–₹2,000 | $12–$25 |
| Expert (5+ years) | ₹2,000–₹5,000 | $25–$60 |
Typical 2026 freelance prices in rupees (₹), with dollars at about ₹85 to $1. Delivery: 2–7 days.
What changes the price
- Number of products and angles per product
- White background or styled sets with props and models
- Retouching level
- Studio hire, travel and props
How to hire for product photography
- Write a short brief. Say what you need, what you will provide and your deadline. We have filled in a template for you on the next step.
- Post the project free with a budget range. Freelancers with this skill are told about it and send proposals with their price and timeline.
- Compare proposals. Check portfolios, reviews and the ID-verified badge, and message your top two or three before you choose.
- Agree milestones on the contract and pay each one when you approve the work. eGig takes no commission from either side.
Freelancers: what should you charge?
Quote per product with a minimum order, and list how many edited images each product gets. Add white-background marketplace sets as a cheap starter offer.
Start near the basic range while you build reviews, then move up a tier every 5–10 good reviews. Work out a rate that covers your costs and taxes with the freelance rate calculator.
Common questions
How much does product photography cost?
With a freelancer, product photography costs ₹150–₹500 per photo for basic work, ₹500–₹1,500 for standard work and ₹1,500–₹6,000 for premium work. Hourly rates run from ₹500 to ₹5,000 an hour.
How long does product photography take?
Typically 2–7 days, depending on the scope, the number of revisions and how quickly you send feedback and material.
Is a freelancer cheaper than an agency?
Usually. A freelancer often costs 30–60% less than an agency for the same scope, because there is no office, sales team or account manager to pay for. An agency makes sense when you need several skills managed together.
Should I pay a fixed price or by the hour?
Pay a fixed price when the scope is clear, and split it into milestones you approve one by one. Pay by the hour for ongoing or open-ended work, with a weekly cap.