How much does a drone photographer in Vancouver charge?

The cost to hire a drone photographer in Vancouver can vary depending on the complexity of the project, the experience of the drone photographer and the type of equipment used. The average rate for an established drone photographer in Vancouver ranges from about $1200 for starter packages all the way up to $10K per day for full cinematic productions. This can sometimes also include the cost of equipment rental and post-production work. At Fyfe Photography, our aerial rates start at $1200. This includes pre-production, location scouting, and permit applications. To visit our pricing page and learn more click here.

FAQ's about drone photography in Vancouver

Do I need a permit to fly a drone in Vancouver?

Yes, you need a permit to fly a drone in Vancouver. According to Transport Canada, all drone pilots must follow the Canadian Aviation Regulations, which include obtaining a drone pilot certificate and registering your drone. It’s essential to make sure you have all the necessary permits and permissions to operate legally as a drone photographer in Vancouver.

What kind of equipment do drone photographers use?

Drone photographers typically use high-quality drones like the DJI Inspire 3 equipped with cameras capable of capturing high-resolution images and videos. They may also use additional equipment, such as filters and stabilizers, to enhance the quality of their work. Operating with a parachute, like the Manti 3 Plus, allows drone photographers to fly legally over top of streets, buildings and people.

What types of projects can a drone photographer do?

Drone photographers can take on a wide range of projects, including aerial photography for real estate developers, architects, construction, events, and film productions. They can also capture landscapes and cityscapes, and even create 360 spherical VR panoramas.

Are drone photographers licensed and insured?

Yes, a drone photographer in Vancouver must have a valid drone pilot certificate and liability insurance to operate commercially. Hiring a licensed and insured drone photographer is essential to ensure safety and protection against any unforeseen incidents.

In conclusion, drone photography in Vancouver is an exciting and rapidly growing industry with lots of opportunities for work. Fyfe Photography is an established professional drone photography company offering aerial services for various projects. To see more of our services click here. Remember to always hire a licensed and insured drone photographer and ensure you have the necessary permits before flying a drone in Vancouver.

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Michelle Johnson

22:01 07 Mar 23

Andrew was prompt, professional, open to discussion of the shots, and had a rapid fast turnaround for post-production. I brought him in on a client project of mine and he impressed both myself and the client – that’s an ideal result for a designer taking a chance on a photographer! I’m pleased to have someone of Andrew’s professional acumen in my professional network for projects to come.

lucas durofil

19:05 10 Jan 23

We started using Andrews services early 2022 and have been extremely happy with everything. From the first call to the delivery of assets it is always a smooth and easy transaction. The Deliverables are always on time and exactly what we are looking for. Andrews is a highly skilled videographer and photographer and we will continue to use the services he provides.

Jennifer Le Marec

17:19 06 Jan 23

I have the pleasure of working with Andrew for our drone shots. These productions are of high quality and it is a real pleasure to work with him. I highly recommend him

Christian Coltellaro

22:59 03 Jan 23

Andrew provided quality photos for our project. It was a pleasure to work with Andrew as he made the whole process effortless to coordinate and plan. He is on time, accommodating and no challenge is to small!

Kyleigh Jacobsen

18:30 03 Jan 23

Our agency is lucky to work with Andrew! We have completed several projects with him, all lead by Andrew with professionalism and ease. His creative decision making for the content and ownership of permits / regulations enable us to deliver exactly what our clients need. Highly recommend working with Andrew.

Pascale Simard

11:50 16 Jun 22

Super easy to work with Andrew, high-end drone video and photography services. Can’t wait for the next project! Do not hesitate to hire Andrew Fyfe Photography.

jason skarbo

16:06 15 Jun 22

We have used Andrew Fyfe Photography on two drone video shoots of our construction sites. Both videos have been great quality, able to edit content to have the final video we are extremely impressed by. Have more shoots to plan with AFP this year!

Nicole Windrem

18:14 09 Feb 22

Andrew was great to work with – super friendly, responsive and transparent throughout our time working together. Thanks so much! 🙂

Troy Packham

09:50 02 Feb 22

Fantastic service in capturing video footage and stills for an architectural visualisation project, well priced and delivered on time.

Port Vancouver (Port of Vancouver)

19:48 12 Jan 22

I worked with Andrew Fyfe Photography to capture new aerials of the Port of Vancouver. It was a pleasure to work with Andrew as he made the whole process effortless to coordinate and plan for such a large area/scope. The pictures we received was beautiful and we couldn’t be more happier with the outcome.

WA Architects

17:36 11 Jan 22

Andrew is quick to respond and SO easy to work with! His photos are super high quality, we are happy to work with him.

Amy yew

17:32 03 Jan 22

Professional and the images were great. Andrew was also very timely and met the needs of our projects.

Crystal Hung

18:41 15 May 21

It was a pleasure again working with Andrew this week. He is a professional and accepts challenging projects which our company tends to take on. He’s on-time and responsive with his edits. Our clients have highest expectations and he always accepts the challenge. We just absolutely love working with him and have had several of our shoots published.

Steve

22:15 27 Nov 20

It was a pleasure working with Andrew. Here’s very professional and knowledgeable. He ensured I was aware of all the permits required and ensured they were in place in time for our shoot. Also due to inclement weather we had to postpone several times which he was ok with. And the footages were excellent and well worth the price. would highly recommend.

Aaron Fedora

20:11 23 May 20

The attached photo speaks for itself and is indicative of the quality of photos delivered by Andrew Fyfe to his clients. We reached out to Andrew when our regularly photographer was not available on our short timeline between building finish and hand over to the purchasers. Andrew adjusted his schedule to meet the weather window and even made a second trip out to the site to capture both sunrise and sunset. We are extremely happy the quality and the value of Andrew’s work and he will be our go to photographer on future projects.

Natasha Kennedy

17:54 20 Feb 20

I have worked with Andrew on a reoccurring basis and it is always a pleasure.Andrew always delivers work of high quality and in a timely manner. His professionalism and friendliness makes the entire process an easy and seamless experience, from beginning to end. Andrew is very knowledgable about his craft and I know I can trust him when it comes to what I am looking to shoot. His versatility and eagerness to learn says a lot about his character, which is why I have worked with him on multiple occasions!I highly recommend Andrew’s services to anyone looking for photography in the Vancouver area.

dys architecture

22:53 18 Feb 20

From our initial photography meeting, we felt Andrew would be a good fit and easy to work with, and we were right. He made our first project shoot a breeze; every interaction from start to finish was easy, friendly and professional. Not only was he able to schedule our project in right away, but he also turned the work around quickly and creatively. We are very happy with his photos and are looking forward to calling on him again soon.

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