How We Keep It Affordable
Same professional cameras. Same quality filming.
Just 60-70% less expensive.
Here's exactly why.
The Honest Breakdown
We deliver raw, authentic footage.
Professional equipment. Experienced crew. Real moments.
We skip the editing and pass the savings to you.
That’s it. That’s the whole secret.
Where Traditional Costs Come From
Let’s break down what you’re paying for with traditional services:
20-30% of the cost. The actual day of filming or photographing. Equipment. Travel. Time on site.
50-60% of cost. This is where the money goes. One hour of footage can take 20-40 hours to edit. Color grading. Motion graphics. Music. Revisions. Weeks of work.
10-20% of cost Back and forth emails. Revisions. Client meetings. Approval rounds.
Multiple lenses
Professional tripods
Lighting when needed
Gimbals and stabilizers
Backup everything
What We Skip (And What We Don't)
That's how we charge 60-70% less while maintaining quality.
We skip:
- Editing (you handle that)
- Color grading (your editor does it)
- Motion graphics (you add if needed)
- Music licensing (you choose)
- Revision rounds (you control final product)
- Project management back-and-forth (you get files and go)
We don't skip:
- Professional cameras (Sony FX3 & A7IV)
- Professional filming/shooting (experienced operators)
- Professional audio (when needed)
- Backup equipment (we're prepared)
- Quality standards (we're professionals)
- Customer service (we're responsive)
Our Professional Equipment
We use the same gear as expensive production companies. We just don’t charge you for editing.
Full-frame 4K 120fps
Exceptional low-light performance
S-Log3 color profile
The same camera used on Netflix shows
Professional XLR audio inputs
33-megapixel full-frame sensor
4K 60fps video
Professional photo and video
Fast autofocus
10fps continuous shooting
Lavalier mics for interviews
Shotgun mics for events
External recorders for backup
Clean, professional sound
Gimbals and stabilizers
Professional tripods
Multiple lenses (24-70mm, 70-200mm)
Lighting when needed
Backup everything
Same-Day Delivery (How It's Possible)
We deliver same-day.
How?
No editing queue.
Traditional companies have multiple projects in editing. Yours waits in line. Could be weeks before an editor even starts.
No rendering time.
Edited videos need to render. Can take hours or days depending on length and effects.
No revision rounds.
Traditional services go back and forth with clients. First draft, feedback, second draft, more feedback. Takes weeks.
No approval process.
No waiting for client sign-off. No project manager coordinating. You get files and go.
We film. We transfer files. Done.
Local clients walk away with memory card. Out-of-town clients get cloud transfer within 24 hours.
File Format Options
You get to choose how you want files delivered. We’ll explain each option and help you decide.
Standard/Rec.709
- Normal colors, ready to use
- Easiest to work with
- Good for beginners
- Less flexibility in editing
- Smallest learning curve
S-Log3 (Log Profile)
- Flat, washed-out look initially
- Maximum dynamic range
- Best for color grading
- Professional choice
- Requires editing knowledge
Raw Video
- Largest files
- Maximum quality
- Most editing flexibility
- What pros use
- Requires powerful computer
JPEG Photos
- Already processed
- Smaller file sizes
- Easy to work with
- Less editing flexibility
Raw Photos (ARW)
- Sony's raw format
- Maximum editing control
- Larger files
- Professional choice
Not sure which to choose? We’ll help you decide based on your editing setup and needs.
Multi-Camera Coverage
Want multiple angles? We offer second camera operators.
Additional fee. Mention it in your quote request.
Benefits:
- Capture multiple perspectives simultaneously
- Backup coverage (if one camera fails)
- More editing options
- Professional multi-cam setups
Perfect for:
- Interviews (face + reaction shots)
- Events (stage + audience)
- Weddings (ceremony + reactions)
- Anything where angles matter
Behind-the-Scenes Coverage
Want to document the making-of? We offer BTS coverage.
Additional fee. Great for creating extra content from one shoot.
What we capture:
- Setup and preparation
- Behind-the-scenes moments
- Team working
- Candid shots
- Process documentation
Perfect for:
- Agency work
- Brand storytelling
- Social media content
- Documenting your process
Add-On Services
Drone Footage
(if available) Aerial shots. Property overheads. Establishing shots. Landscape coverage.
Extended Hours
Need more than 8 hours? We offer extended coverage for long events.
Rush Delivery
Need files even faster? During-event delivery available for additional fee.
Additional Locations
Multi-location shoots in same day. Custom pricing.
What About Quality?
“If it’s cheaper, is the quality worse?”
No. Here’s why:
Sony FX3 and A7IV. Professional cinema equipment.
Professional composition. Proper exposure. Good audio. Years of experience.
We capture everything professionally.
You’re not paying for post-production. That’s the only difference.
Think of it like buying ingredients vs. a finished meal. Same quality ingredients. You just do the cooking.
The Math
Let’s compare a typical corporate event:
Your savings: $4,000+
If you have an editor (costing you $30-50/hr), you still save $2,500-3,500.
Traditional Full-Service Company:
- Filming: $1,500
- Editing (20 hours @ $100/hr): $2,000
- Color grading: $500
- Motion graphics: $800
- Music licensing: $200
- Project management: $500
- Revisions: $500
- Total: $6,000
Econo Visuals:
- Filming: $1,500
- Editing: $0 (you handle it)
- Color grading: $0 (you handle it)
- Graphics: $0 (you add if needed)
- Music: $0 (you choose)
- Revisions: $0 (you control it)
- Total: $1,500-$2,000
- Timeline: Same day
Who This Pricing Works For
Staff editor, freelancer on retainer, you edit yourself. You’re paying for editing anyway.
10 property videos at $500 each vs. $5,000 each? Math works out.
Startup. Small business. Nonprofit. Every dollar matters.
Can’t wait weeks. Need content now. Same-day delivery is worth it.
Your brand. Your vision. Your style. You make all creative decisions.
content videos
film production
digital content
video solution
Who Should Pay Full-Service Prices Instead
Sometimes full production is worth it:
Nobody on staff. Don’t know an editor. Can’t do it yourself.
Don’t want to think about post-production. Just want finished product.
Once-in-a-lifetime wedding video. Major company milestone. Worth the investment.
Don’t know what you want. Need someone to guide the vision.
For those situations, check out Bernardson.com—our full-service production company.
No judgment. Both services have their place.
Common Questions
Is your team less experienced?
Nope. Same team. Same experience. Just different service offering.
Do you rush through filming?
No. We take the time needed. Professional work. Just no editing after.
What if I hate the footage?
You get what we capture. That's why we coordinate shot lists beforehand. Communication is key.
Can I upgrade to full-service later?
Yes. Contact Bernardson.com. They can take your raw files and produce a finished video.
Do you offer any discounts?
We're already 60-70% cheaper than traditional. Our pricing is the discount.
Transparent Pricing Philosophy
We believe in honest pricing.
No hidden fees. No surprise charges. No “well, that’ll cost extra.”
What we quote is what you pay.
Included in every quote:
- Professional filming/shooting
- All files delivered
- Same-day delivery
- File format of your choice
- Organized files
- Backup for 30 days
Extra costs (if you want them):
- Second camera operator
- Extended hours beyond package
- Rush delivery (during-event handoff)
- Drone footage
- Travel outside our regions
We tell you upfront. No surprises.
Ready to Get Affordable Professional Video/Photography?
Fill out our quote form. We’ll send you exact pricing within 24 hours.
No pressure. No games. Just straightforward information.