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Products. Clearly Presented.

Product photography for online shops, websites and digital sales channels.

How Products Convince Online

On the web, imagery replaces physical experience. Material, scale, surface and detail must be visually comprehensible.

A clear visual presentation ensures that products are not only seen, but properly understood. It reduces uncertainty and supports informed purchasing decisions.

Clarity Before Effect

Orientation in the Online Shop

Products become comparable. Perspective, lighting and format follow a clear and consistent system.

Materiality & Detail

Surfaces, craftsmanship and proportions are rendered accurately – without exaggeration.

Consistency Across the Range

A coherent visual logic connects individual products into a unified overall presentation.

More Than Just an Attractive Image

Product imagery influences not only perception, but also technical performance.

Optimised image formats, defined dimensions and clean integration improve:

  • Loading times in the online shop
  • Structure within product categories
  • Search engine visibility
  • User experience on mobile devices

Product photography is therefore always developed in the context of the website, shop system and intended application.

Pricing Framework for Product Photography

Requirements vary depending on the product, quantity and intended use. Transparency remains central throughout.

Simple Product Image

  • Reduced presentation or cut-out
  • Neutral background
  • Optimised for online shop & website

Approx. €30–50 per product

Product Image with Lighting Design

  • Targeted lighting direction
  • Focus on materiality and detail
  • Consistent look for product series

Approx. €60–90 per product

Product Image with Context / Staging

  • Coordinated setting
  • Styled presentation for campaigns or landing pages
  • Extended creative direction

Approx. €90–120 per product

The final price depends on the product, quantity, complexity and intended usage, and is agreed transparently in advance. Usage rights for website, print, communication and digital media are included.

Details on usage rights

Where Product Images Make an Impact

Products are now used across multiple channels. A consistent visual world creates clarity.

Online Shops

Structured product presentation, clear comparability and fast loading times.

Company Website

Integration into service pages, references or brand presence.

Marketing & Campaigns

Consistent series for landing pages, social media or advertisements.

High-resolution versions for brochures, catalogues or trade fair appearances.

A Presence That Supports Purchasing Decisions

Products must be understandable. A well-considered visual presentation builds trust, reduces queries and strengthens brand perception – online and offline.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Product Photography

  • Which products are suitable for professional product photography?

    In principle, any product that is sold or presented online benefits from professional photography. From individual pieces and product series to more complex items – what matters is that material, form and function are visually comprehensible.

  • How many product images are advisable per item?

    This depends on the product. For online shops, several perspectives are usually recommended: an overall view, detail shots and, where relevant, an application or usage context. The aim is to answer potential questions visually and reduce uncertainty during the purchasing process.

  • Are the product images ready for direct use in online shops?

    Yes. Image files are delivered in coordinated dimensions and suitable file formats. If required, they can also be supplied in WebP or AVIF – optimised for fast loading times and stable performance within the shop system.

  • Do product images affect website loading times?

    Yes. Large or uncompressed image files can significantly reduce performance. Resolution, compression and format are therefore carefully balanced to achieve both visual quality and speed.

  • Can product photographs also be used for print?

    Yes. In addition to web-optimised versions, high-resolution files can be provided for catalogues, brochures or presentations. Web and print data are delivered separately and clearly structured.

  • What does a product photography session involve?

    Before the shoot, style, background, perspectives and intended use are defined. Depending on the project, this may result in clean cut-out images or styled compositions with deliberate lighting design. The final selection is carefully curated and delivered ready for use.

  • Is professional product photography worthwhile for smaller online shops?

    Smaller shops, in particular, benefit from clear and consistent product presentation. A structured visual presence builds trust, improves comparability and strengthens brand perception over the long term.

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