--- title: "What does a photo session cost? Prices & packages" description: "What does a photo session in Hamburg cost? At BEAUTYSHOTS, €79 covers the session, make-up, and an edited photo. See every category and price here." url: "https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/blog/photo-session-cost-hamburg/" language: en alternates: de-DE: "https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/blog/was-kostet-ein-fotoshooting/" en: "https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/blog/photo-session-cost-hamburg/" x-default: "https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/blog/was-kostet-ein-fotoshooting/" image: "https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/assets/images/og/blog/was-kostet-ein-fotoshooting.jpg" published: "2026-02-20T09:00:00Z" modified: "2026-02-20T09:00:00Z" organization: name: BEAUTYSHOTS Hamburg telephone: "+49 40 1800880" email: "hamburg@beauty-shots.de" address: Beerenweg 1E, 22761 Hamburg, DE --- [← Back to overview](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/blog/) February 20, 2026 # What does a photo session cost? Prices from €49 to €299 What does a photo session in Hamburg cost? At BEAUTYSHOTS, €79 covers the session, make-up, and at least one fully edited photo. Here is every category at a glance. ![What does a photo session cost? Prices from €49 to €299](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/assets/images/blog/bs-hamburg-fotostudio-impressionen-studiotuer-1024x768.jpeg) ## What does a professional photo session in Hamburg cost? A professional photo session in Hamburg costs anywhere from €30 to €500, depending on the provider and what is included. At BEAUTYSHOTS Hamburg, prices start at €49 for application photos, €59 for the portrait session, and €79 for beauty, nude, couple, and family sessions—each with at least one fully edited digital image, and professional make-up included with most of them. “What does a photo session cost?” — a simple question that, unfortunately, has no simple answer. The price range in Hamburg runs from €30 for a quick application photo at a department store all the way up to four-figure sums for elaborate advertising productions. And there is everything in between. In this article we lay out exactly what a professional photo session at BEAUTYSHOTS costs, what our prices include, and what to look out for when you compare studios. Because the cheapest price is not always the best deal. You will also find every category side by side on our [price overview](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/photo-sessions/). ## Our photo session prices at a glance At BEAUTYSHOTS Hamburg, sessions start at €49 for application photos, €59 for the portrait session, and €79 for our themed sessions. The base price always includes the session itself, professional make-up by our make-up artist for most categories, and at least one fully edited photo in full digital resolution. More photos can be added afterwards with no obligation to buy. Here is an overview of our session categories and prices: **[Pretty Woman / beauty session](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/beauty-photo-session/)** — starting at €79 Our classic for women. Professional portrait photos with make-up, perfect as a gift or as a treat for yourself. More on this in our [beauty photo session guide](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/blog/beauty-photo-session-hamburg-guide/). **[Nude/erotic session](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/boudoir-photo-session/)** — starting at €79 Sensual, artistic photos in a private setting—discreet, with the studio closed to everyone else. Our [erotic photo session guide](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/blog/boudoir-photo-session-what-to-expect-hamburg/) walks you through exactly how it works. **[Couple session](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/couples-photo-session/)** — starting at €79 Romantic photos for two, including make-up for one person. You will find inspiration in our post on [couple photo sessions in Hamburg](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/blog/couples-photo-session-hamburg-ideas/). **[Family session](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/family-photo-session/)** — starting at €79 Natural family photos in a relaxed studio atmosphere. You will find plenty of tips in our [family photo session guide](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/blog/family-photo-session-hamburg-tips/). **[Real Man session](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/mens-photo-session/)** — starting at €79 Professional portraits for men — whether casual or striking. See our [guide to men’s photo sessions in Hamburg](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/blog/mens-photo-session-hamburg/) for why more and more men are coming into the studio. **[Best Friends session](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/best-friends-photo-session/)** — starting at €79 Photos together with your best friend, including make-up for one person. **[Model/sedcard session](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/model-sedcard-photo-session/)** — starting at €79 Professional model photos for your sedcard, including make-up and a range of looks. Our [sedcard guide](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/blog/how-to-create-a-sedcard-hamburg/) explains the rest. **[Business session](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/headshots/)** — starting at €149 Business portraits for LinkedIn, Xing, and your company website, with commercial usage rights included. Details in our [business photo session guide](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/blog/business-headshots-photo-session-hamburg/). **[Baby bump session](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/maternity-photo-session/)** — starting at €79 Tender, moving photos of your pregnancy, including make-up. More on this in our [baby bump guide](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/blog/maternity-photo-session-hamburg/). **[Bachelorette (JGA) session](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/bachelorette-photo-session/)** — starting at €149 (indoor) / €199 (outdoor) A group photo session for the bachelorette party, including make-up for the bride. All the details in the [bachelorette photo session guide](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/blog/bachelorette-photo-session-hamburg/). **[Portrait session](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/portrait-photo-session/)** — starting at €59 The classic studio portrait, without make-up—our most affordable session after application photos, with one fully edited digital image included. **[Application photos](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/cv-photo-session/)** — starting at €49 Professional application photos that make a strong first impression, with one fully edited photo included. Every session can be booked instantly in our [online shop](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/photo-sessions/) and is delivered as a voucher by email. Our page [How do I book a photo session?](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/photo-sessions/) explains exactly how it works. ![Studio portrait of a man in a suit loosening his tie](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/assets/images/blog/galerie-trenner-2-1.jpg) ![Couple leaning in forehead to forehead in the studio](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/assets/images/blog/galerie-trenner-8.jpg) ## What’s included in the price—and what isn’t? What a photo session price includes varies enormously from studio to studio. This is exactly where a closer look pays off—a €49 session where every single photo costs extra afterwards can easily end up costing more than a €79 package that already includes one finished image. ### At BEAUTYSHOTS, always included: ✓ The photo session itself (about an hour of shooting—about 2 hours in total with make-up and photo selection, or about 1.5 hours without make-up) ✓ Professional make-up by our make-up artist (for most categories) ✓ Choosing your images together on screen right after the session ✓ At least 1 fully edited photo in full digital resolution ✓ Professional post-processing and retouching of the included photo ✓ Personal direction and posing guidance from our photographer ### Available as add-ons: More edited photos can be selected and added right after the session. Most customers go for 3–5 additional images—but that is your decision; there is no obligation to buy and no pressure. If your package doesn’t include make-up (for example with the family or portrait session), you can add it for €25 per person. ## What do editing and retouching involve? Professional post-processing is an essential part of every photo session and is included in the price of your finished images. At BEAUTYSHOTS Hamburg, editing covers adjusting light, colors, and contrast as well as careful skin retouching—for instance removing small blemishes or softening shadows. The goal is a natural but perfected result. Unlike some studios, we don’t charge separately for editing. Every photo you select is professionally edited and delivered digitally in full resolution. That means print-ready images you can post on social media, hang on the wall, or send out with a job application. ## Why photo session prices vary so much When you Google “photo session Hamburg,” you will find prices ranging from €30 to €500. There are concrete reasons for that spread, and they are worth knowing before you book: ### Make-up: included or extra? Professional make-up costs studios money — a trained make-up artist, high-end products from MAC and other professional brands, extra time. Some studios advertise cheap session prices but charge €50–80 extra for make-up. At BEAUTYSHOTS it is included in the price for most photo sessions. ### How many photos are included? Some providers lure you in with a low entry price and then include no edited photos at all. The session is only the start—the real cost arrives when you choose your images. Always check what the base price actually includes. ### Digital files or prints only? At BEAUTYSHOTS you always receive your photos digitally in full resolution. Some studios deliver prints only, or sell digital files separately — which can drive the final price up significantly. ### One-on-one, or assembly line? In big chain studios, customers are often pushed through one after another. That keeps the price down—and takes the quality and the personal attention down with it. With us, you have the studio to yourself during your slot. That is how you end up with 50–80 individually composed shots rather than 1,000 images fired off in quick succession. ### Experience and specialization A studio that has been doing portrait photography for over 20 years and has photographed more than 25,000 customers delivers different results than a hobby photographer with a camera and a flash. Experience counts—and you can see it in the results. Our [customer reviews](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/reviews/) say the rest: 4.8 out of 5 stars from 285+ reviews. ## What other studios in Hamburg charge To give you a rough sense of the market, here is what professional photo sessions in Hamburg typically cost: **Department-store studios and chains** (e.g. in shopping centers): €29–79 for the session, photos cost extra. Make-up not included. Short shooting time, standardized routines. **Mid-range studios:** €80–150 including the session and 1–3 edited photos. Make-up sometimes included, sometimes extra. **High-end studios:** €150–400 including a more elaborate session, make-up, and several edited photos. Personal attention, an exclusive atmosphere. BEAUTYSHOTS deliberately positions itself between mid-range and high end: you get the quality and the experience of a premium studio—including professional make-up—at a fair price starting at €79. Our studio in Hamburg-Altona (Beerenweg 1E, 22761 Hamburg) gives you a private, quiet atmosphere with free parking nearby. ## Accepted payment methods At BEAUTYSHOTS Hamburg, flexibility extends to payment too. In the online shop you can pay with Klarna, PayPal, SEPA direct debit, and credit card. On site at the studio we accept cash, debit card, and credit card. So you will always find a payment method that suits you. ## Does a voucher save money? Yes — in two ways. First, we regularly run promotions where vouchers are available at a discount. It pays to keep an eye on our website or to follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/beautyshotshh/). Second, our value vouchers are flexible: a [€100 value voucher](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/value-vouchers/) can be applied to any session and any add-on. Ideal if you are not sure which session the person you are buying for would choose. All vouchers are valid for 3 years, transferable, and accepted as a courtesy even after they expire. Already have a voucher? Then our post [Redeeming a photo session voucher: how it works](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/blog/how-to-redeem-a-photo-session-voucher-hamburg/) shows you how to book your slot. A photo session also makes a wonderful [gift for all kinds of occasions](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/blog/gift-a-photo-session-hamburg-7-occasions/), by the way. ## Our advice: don’t compare on price alone When you compare photo studios, don’t just ask “What does it cost?”—ask “What do I get for it?” Look at: ✓ Is professional make-up included? ✓ How many finished photos are included in the price? ✓ Do I get the photos digitally in full resolution? ✓ Is the post-processing/retouching included in the price? ✓ What does the studio’s gallery look like—do I like the style? ✓ Are there real customer reviews? ✓ What’s the atmosphere like—do I feel comfortable there? ✓ Do I have to buy photos, or can I choose with no pressure and no obligation? Feel free to look through our [gallery](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/gallery/women/) and our [customer reviews](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/reviews/) to see for yourself. Our [outfit guide](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/blog/what-to-wear-for-a-photo-session-hamburg/) also helps you prepare, so you get the most out of your session. ![Gift voucher in folded-card format, ready to send by post](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/assets/images/blog/shop-gutschein-zum-verschenken.jpg) ## Frequently asked questions about photo session prices **What does a photo session at BEAUTYSHOTS Hamburg cost?** Prices at BEAUTYSHOTS Hamburg start at €49 for application photos, €59 for the portrait session, and €79 for beauty, couple, family, and nude/erotic sessions. Business sessions start at €149, and bachelorette sessions at €149 (indoor) or €199 (outdoor). The base price includes the session, professional make-up (for most categories), and at least one fully edited digital image. **Do I have to buy more photos after the session?** No, there is no obligation to buy at BEAUTYSHOTS Hamburg. At least one fully edited photo is already included in the session price. If you want more shots after we have gone through the photos together on screen, you can add them—but that is entirely up to you, and there is never any pressure. **Is professional make-up included in the price?** Yes, for most session categories at BEAUTYSHOTS Hamburg, professional make-up by a trained make-up artist is included in the price. That covers the Pretty Woman, nude/erotic, couple, baby bump, and model/sedcard sessions, among others. For the family and portrait sessions, make-up can be added for €25 per person. **Why does photo editing cost so much?** Professional editing covers color correction, lighting adjustments, skin retouching, and composition—time-consuming work that perfects every image individually. At BEAUTYSHOTS Hamburg, full retouching is already included in the image price, so there is no extra charge for editing. **Do I get my photos digitally?** Yes, at BEAUTYSHOTS Hamburg you receive all selected photos digitally in full resolution. The images are print-ready and can be used for social media, applications, wall art, or any other purpose. There are no restrictions on private use. **How can I pay for my photo session?** BEAUTYSHOTS Hamburg offers flexible payment methods. In the online shop you can pay with Klarna, PayPal, SEPA direct debit, and credit card. On site at the studio in Hamburg-Altona we accept cash, debit card, and credit card. **How long is a photo session voucher valid?** All photo session vouchers from BEAUTYSHOTS Hamburg are valid for 3 years and freely transferable. Even after they expire, vouchers are accepted as a courtesy. You can buy your voucher in the online shop any time and receive it instantly by email. **What does a photographer charge per hour in Hamburg?** Freelance photographers in Hamburg charge €100–250 per hour on average. At BEAUTYSHOTS Hamburg, though, you don’t pay by the hour—you pay one transparent package price, starting at €49 for application photos and €79 for our themed sessions. That includes shooting time, make-up on most packages, and at least one fully edited photo—regardless of how long you spend in front of the camera. ## Book your photo session now Want to know which session suits you best? Browse our [online shop](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/photo-sessions/) and book your session directly—or talk it through with us first: 📞 [040 / 18 00 88 0](tel:+49401800880) (reachable 24/7) 📧 We look forward to seeing you! [Browse Sessions →](https://www.beautyshots-hamburg.de/en/photo-sessions/)