How many wedding photos should you get?

The number of photos you receive depends on several things: how long your photographer is with you, the size of your wedding, and the photographer's editing style. A typical full day, from getting ready to the first dance, often produces several hundred images. Some photographers deliver around 50 to 100 photos per hour of coverage. So a 10 hour day might give you 500 to 1000 photos, but that is a rough guide, not a rule.

What matters more than the total is the quality and variety. You want a good mix of candid moments, portraits, group shots, and details like the rings, flowers, and table settings. Ask your photographer before you book how many edited photos they usually deliver, and check a few full galleries from past weddings to see what that looks like in practice. Be wary of photographers who promise a huge number, because they may send unedited or repetitive shots. Equally, a very small number might mean you miss key moments. Agree on a minimum in your contract if you want reassurance. After the wedding, you will probably not look at every single photo, but you will treasure the ones that capture the feeling of the day. Focus on getting a complete story, not a specific count.