Do wedding videographers provide raw footage?

Weddings are special moments in our lives, and they are often recorded to preserve those precious memories. One way to do this is to hire a wedding videographer, who can capture the event from beginning to end. However, when it comes to delivering the final product, some couples may wonder if wedding videographers provide raw footage.

To answer this question, let's first define what we mean by "raw footage." Raw footage refers to the unedited, unprocessed footage that the videographer captures during the wedding. This footage includes everything the videographer records, from the ceremony to the reception, and everything in between.

So, do wedding videographers provide raw footage? The answer is that it depends on the videographer and the package you choose. Some videographers may offer raw footage as part of their package, while others may not.

If you want raw footage, it's important to discuss this with your videographer upfront. Some videographers may charge extra for raw footage like we do, while others may include it in their standard package.

It's also important to note that raw footage can be quite extensive. Depending on the length of your wedding and the number of cameras the videographer is using, you could end up with several hours of footage. It's not uncommon for a videographer to record 8-10 hours of footage for a full-day wedding.

If your videographer does provide raw footage, it's important to understand that this footage is not the finished product. Raw footage is just that - raw. It's unedited and unprocessed, and it may include footage that you don't want to include in your final wedding video.

Editing is an important part of the wedding videography process, and it's what turns raw footage into a polished, professional video. Your videographer will likely spend many hours carefully selecting the best footage, editing it together, and adding music and other elements to create a final product that tells the story of your wedding day.

In conclusion, while some wedding videographers may offer raw footage as an add-on to their standard package, not all do. It's important to discuss your specific needs with your videographer upfront and to understand that raw footage is not the finished product. It's unedited and unprocessed footage that can be quite extensive and may not include the best shots or moments from your wedding day. Trust your videographer to create a beautiful and professional wedding video that you will cherish for years to come.

We do offer raw footage for couples who would like it for an additional cost, take a look at our pricing list and let us know if this is something you would like upon booking.