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Studio Rental Cost Calculator
Estimate the real cost of a photo studio rental after setup time, gear add-ons, backdrop fees, assistants, overtime risk, and deposit.
Estimated Studio Cost
$863
Booked hours: 5 · Deposit: $431 · Balance: $431
| Cost | Amount |
|---|---|
| Room rental5 hours at $95/hour | $475 |
| Lighting add-onsStrobes, LEDs, modifiers, triggers, stands | $75 |
| Backdrop/cyc feesPaper pulls, repaint, floor marks, replacement fees | $40 |
| Assistant or studio techSetup support, equipment help, client workflow | $150 |
| Parking, cleaning, otherSmall costs that often disappear from estimates | $60 |
| Overtime risk buffer0.5 hours at $125/hour | $63 |
Costs to confirm with the studio
- Whether setup, cleanup, and load-out count inside booked time.
- Backdrop paper pulls, cyclorama repaint, cleaning, and damage rules.
- Lighting, modifiers, triggers, stands, V-flats, and tethering costs.
- Overtime rounding, weekend premiums, guest limits, and deposit terms.
How to reduce rental risk
- Book more time when makeup, product styling, or client review is involved.
- Ask for a full add-on rate card before comparing studios.
- Use the same assumptions when comparing hourly, half-day, and full-day rates.
- Put studio cancellation terms into your client agreement.