Questions on the monetary value of photographs or gear, and on why and how these prices are or should be determined.
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TV show wants to use a photograph — what should I charge?
A television show (sit-com) wants to use an image that I took of a model. This image would probably be on screen for a few seconds and probably part of a portfolio book that is being looked through. ...
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What specifics should be included when licensing a photograph?
When preparing a license for a photograph (for a rights-managed situation where the license will spell out the conditions and terms of use), what sorts of things should be specified?
Clarification: ...
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How do you determine how much to ask for when someone wants you to photograph a wedding?
I've been asked to shoot a wedding for money, which would be the first time that I've had such an opportunity. I've taken pictures at three prior weddings, two as the main photographer, but not while ...
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Is the version of Aperture on the Apple Mac App Store identical to boxed version?
I noticed that the Mac App Store offers Aperture at a significantly reduced price - £44.95 or $79.99 (depending on region).
Does anyone know if there are any differences between this online version ...
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Should I wait for product version X to be released before buying the now-current version?
As rumors predict the launch of the new version of a product "soon", do you think it is interesting to wait for a few months before buying a new instance of the by-then "old" version of the product ...
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Really? Why does a Nikkor 35mm f/1.4 cost almost $2,000?
I am trying to price out a 35mm f/1.4 lens for my Nikon D7000, and I am shocked to find that B&H sells them for almost $2,000, whereas the f/1.8 sells for a couple hundred.
Am I looking at the ...
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Why are wide-angle lenses so much more expensive?
What is it about wide-angle lenses that makes them so much more expensive than an equivalent-quality tele or prime lens? Take the Canon EF-S 10-22mm USM, for example. RRP is nearly £1,000!
Are they ...
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What's the right discount for used gear on Craigslist?
For example, I found a Craigslist ad offering a Nikkor 105mm f/2 D/DC for $800; on the other hand, the same lens is available from KEH for $890 — a discount of about 10% for Craigslist.
What you give ...
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Expected Discounts and Price reductions during Thanksgiving - Christmas? [closed]
I know that this is a bit time-bound and subjective question, but this forum is probably the best place to ask.
I want to buy a Canon T2I (Rebel 550D0), which is currently USD 899 (incl 18-55 Lens). ...
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7answers
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Why do some lenses cost so much?
Something that confuses me is why there is some lenses that cost so much. For example the only difference that I see between the two lenses is the aperture: f/2.8 vs f/4.
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L II ...
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How much should an amateur charge for a portrait session?
I am fairly new to photography and have done a few high-school senior sessions of friends here and there. I have been getting more and more requests to photograph families, seniors, etc. and am ...
