Videography

rachi1285

I wasn't planning on doing a video since our budget is tight and we're spending a lot on photography already. But now I'm thinking I'm going to regret not having one! We have a friend who does it and can give us a really great deal, but we're already over budget for the wedding and this would just push us over the top even more. Are you all doing both? What's your reasoning either way?

shan87

We had a videographer. I haven't seen the final vid yet, but I am super glad we did.

Basically, we decided we wanted a videographer because they can capture things that photographers can't. (ie your voice while you recite your vows, your grandpa busting a move on the dance floor etc).

We also wanted an interview type vid, so our videographer went around and each person in the wedding party, parents family etc, recorded a message for us. I can't wait to see what people said. We also wanted to keep the video for our kids and/or our kid's kids. (I never met my Dad's Dad and would have loved to see him the day my parent's got married) I am a sap for stuff like that though.

newlyseliski

We didn't have one and I wish we did!  I didn't really want one for the whole day, just the ceremony since my primary interest was photos!  I had been counting on my uncle-in-law recording it (he films and edits commercials for a living) and had delegated coordinating that to my husband... unfortunately, that didn't happen and all we have is some video clips of parts of the wedding and speeches that my sister-in-law took on her camcorder that's a bit jumpy because her 3-year-old son was crawling all over her!  It's better than nothing, but in retrospect, I should have just hired someone rather than making a relative do it.  If anything to keep within budget, just go for ceremony coverage! 

TriSaratops10

(sorry I've been MIA for awhile..)

We had both and I am SUPER glad we did, it was sooo special to see and hear all the things a photographer just couldn't do. One of the big reasons we had both was my brother was deployed at the same time so we wanted to be able to share a part of it with him.  I have absolutely no regrets and feel so lucky that we were able to do both and get Capture Studios to do it too. (our highlight is in my married bio if interested).

martiac225

A video was a must for us, because I knew how much my sis regretted not having one (professional) at hers two years ago.  Like pp, photos can't capture everything.  I love our video and can't wait to share them with our future children someday

SSaltzman87

I'm having both as well. I can see myself not really remembering what all happened, or simply not being able to see everything cuz I'll be pulled in so many different directions. Also, my grandparents are at an age where most likely, my wedding will be the last they'll attend and I'd like to have a more tangible memory of them. 

A lot of the married ladies takes on having/regretting not having a videographer really made a ton of sense to me when I really thought about it.

aligross

We're having both a photographer and videographer... both of which were not cheap but it's the ONLY memories I can pass down to my children and family. There are things that photographers cannot capture, voices and true feelings... I really want to remember what FI says to me and looks like when we have our first look... the video will have both yet I will still have something to hang up in my home!

debbieupper

I originally thought we would bypass the video, too ... until I started watching sample videos and realized I'd cry if we didn't get one. We went with a "budget" videographer, and while it wasn't a Hollywood production, it was enough. 

Photos don't give you smiles and glances as they happen, no giggles or sighs or voices and sounds to go with the day. It makes a big difference to have that piece of it as a memory.

wittyschaffy

Yep!  We had a videographer because truly, some of the stuff just can't be captured by the lens of a photographer's camera.  I can absolutely assure you that the way the music sounded, how your hubby stumbled over his vows, the words your officiant says to you will fade all too quickly away from your memory.  I wanted to hold onto that.  We had a videographer for our ceremony up through our first dance which we did immediately upon our entrance to our reception and before dinner began.  It wasn't too insanely expensive and I don't watch the video often but I really like knowing that it is there for me to see if I want to.  I think I would have regretted it if we had skipped it.

SuperRNluvsChef

Ditto Witty. 

And my stepsis said she was super glad she sprung for one last minute.  She said the day goes by too quickly and she got to see footage from things she wasn't a part of.  Like seeing the BP process in. (not a big deal but you KWIM, just stuff that you may miss, etc) 

EmilyCMN

We didn't think we would want one, that there was no room in the budget for one but I started watching some videos on their websites a couple weeks ago so I sent FI a last chance email and said if we want one I need to know right now. He finally caved in and I booked one that day! I think I am now most excited about the video! I really didn't want to spend the extra money but like everyone says if you don't have the video you will forget the little things so quickly. And there is so much I feel like we will miss by being the bride and groom and having the whole day planned for us.

tpender13

I didn't have one, and I kind of wish we did. Though I would've been happy if we'd just even had a friend record the ceremony. *shrug* Whatevs...

Dahlke&Kissell

We are doing both. I love pictures and I love home videos. I know most people say that they will never watch the video again, but I am one of those people who will pull it out years later and see it. I also really wanted to have people record wishes or advice for the FI and I just so I can see all the special people who are there. Especially grandparents.

If you want a recommendation, I went with Jason Lorge from Capture the Moments. I believe his price is 550 and he gives UNLIMITED time of being there on the day. This means I can get the getting ready, first looks of each other, ceremony, family members, and all the reception if I want.

Overall, my FI didn't really care about the videography, but after awhile he also realized how nice it would be to have