How much does photography cost in Ireland?
Photography in Dublin costs about €120–€220 for the most common job (portrait or family shoot (1 hour)), labour only, in 2026. Across all photography jobs, prices run from €80 to €3,000, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick.
Updated November 2026 · Guide prices from Irish price guides and typical local rates.
Typical labour cost in Dublin
Photography prices by job
| Job | Usual time | Dublin | Cork | Galway | Limerick |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portrait or family shoot (1 hour) (each) | 1h | €120–€220 | €110–€200 | €110–€200 | €105–€195 |
| Professional headshots (each) | 45 min | €90–€160 | €85–€145 | €85–€145 | €80–€140 |
| Event photography (per hour) (each) | 1h | €80–€150 | €75–€140 | €75–€140 | €70–€130 |
| Property photos (house or apartment) (each) | 1h 30m | €120–€220 | €110–€200 | €110–€200 | €105–€195 |
| Product photos (up to 20) (each) | 2h | €120–€250 | €110–€230 | €110–€230 | €105–€220 |
| Wedding photography (full day) | 10h+ | €1,500–€3,000 | €1,380–€2,760 | €1,380–€2,760 | €1,320–€2,640 |
| Short video or reel (each) | 2h | €150–€350 | €140–€320 | €140–€320 | €130–€310 |
| Drone photos (each) | 1h | €120–€250 | €110–€230 | €110–€230 | €105–€220 |
Labour only, before materials and Helpsii’s €1.50 booking fee. Extra items of the same kind usually cost about 25% less each. Helpers set their own prices, and you approve the price before anyone is booked.
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- Size and condition
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- Materials or parts needed
- Same-day or evening bookings
- The helper’s level: Go, Pro or Elite
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How much does photography cost in Ireland?
Photography in Dublin costs about €120–€220 for the most common job (portrait or family shoot (1 hour)), labour only, in 2026. Across all photography jobs, prices run from €80 to €3,000, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick. The price depends on size, access and whether materials are needed.
How much does it cost to portrait or family shoot (1 hour) in Dublin?
Usually €120–€220 each for labour, and it takes about 1h on site.
How much does it cost to professional headshots in Dublin?
Usually €90–€160 each for labour, and it takes about 45 min on site.
How much does it cost to event photography (per hour) in Dublin?
Usually €80–€150 each for labour, and it takes about 1h on site.
Are materials included?
Edited photos delivered online, usually within a week.
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