5 Best Photographers in Los Angeles (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Fenris Morrow, Expert in Professional Services · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Headshots, weddings, band photos, product shots: Los Angeles photographers cover an enormous range, and the five on this page prove it. Between them they've logged well over 1,100 Google reviews, with the top name alone carrying 377, and every single one rates 4.8 or higher, so this page is less about screening for quality and more about matching a photographer's specialty to the shot you actually need.

Short answer: Snappr leads on review volume with 377 reviews at 4.8 stars, a platform that matches clients with vetted local photographers for everything from real estate to events. Anthony Mongiello Photography holds a perfect 5.0 across 291 reviews, specializing in headshots. Sergio Garcia Photography (5.0, 215 reviews) focuses on fashion, editorial, and celebrity work.

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Los Angeles photographers, side by side

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Snappr	4.8 ★	377	Booking a vetted photographer for any need	View ›
2	Anthony Mongiello Photography	5.0 ★	291	Professional headshots	View ›
3	Sergio Garcia Photography	5.0 ★	215	Fashion, editorial, and celebrity work	View ›
4	Zen Studios LA	5.0 ★	208	Corporate and business headshots	View ›
5	Big Day Memories	5.0 ★	189	Wedding day photography	View ›

5 Best Photographers in Los Angeles (2026)

Who to book for your shoot

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Snappr

4.8377 Google reviews

Snappr is a photography booking platform that connects clients in Los Angeles with a network of pre-vetted local photographers, covering headshots, real estate, events, and product photography. Clients browse portfolios and reviews before booking, and the platform confirms bookings instantly rather than requiring back-and-forth scheduling. It's the most-reviewed name on this page.

What people praise

Wide range of specialties available through one booking flow
Reviewers describe fast turnaround, often within 48 hours
Ability to choose a specific photographer's portfolio before booking
Competitive pricing compared to booking a solo photographer directly

Worth knowing

Since Snappr assigns from a pool, you may work with a different photographer each time unless you request the same one

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume377 · 98th

Confidencehigh

Recencyabout a year ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown93% 5-star

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Our take: The practical pick if you want to compare portfolios and book quickly without vetting individual photographers yourself.

Website +1415-993-8207 Directions

3867 Degnan Blvd #2, Los Angeles, CA 90008

#2🕑 Open 7 days

Anthony Mongiello Photography

5.0291 Google reviews

Anthony Mongiello Photography operates two downtown Los Angeles studios specializing in headshots for actors, executives, and business professionals, with over 18 years of experience in the field. Sessions are built around the specific purpose of each photo, whether it's for an acting reel, LinkedIn, or corporate use.

What people praise

Reviewers consistently describe Anthony as attentive to lighting and wardrobe detail
Comfortable with clients who dislike being photographed
Takes time to understand the intended use of each headshot before shooting
Every review on file carries a perfect rating

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating5 / 5

Review volume291 · 93rd

Confidencehigh

Recency11 days ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

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Our take: The clear specialist for headshots on this page, with the deepest experience specifically in that format.

Website +1818-679-1099 Directions

810 E 3rd St #404, Los Angeles, CA 90013

#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Sergio Garcia Photography

5.0215 Google reviews

Sergio Garcia Photography operates a studio near downtown Los Angeles, shooting fashion, editorial, portrait, celebrity, and commercial work across categories including album covers, footwear, and healthcare campaigns. Sergio has built a reputation for making subjects who dislike being photographed feel comfortable during a shoot.

What people praise

Multiple reviewers describe fast turnaround times
Comfortable working with first-time or camera-shy subjects
Broad portfolio spanning fashion, music, and commercial categories
Every review on file rates the experience five stars

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating5 / 5

Review volume215 · 88th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 years ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown100% 5-star

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Our take: Worth booking if your project sits in fashion, editorial, or commercial territory rather than a standard headshot or event.

Website +1323-736-2029 Directions

2601 Pasadena Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90031

#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Zen Studios LA

5.0208 Google reviews

Zen Studios LA is a Koreatown studio run by Armando, specializing in corporate and business headshots for individuals and teams, including realtor, executive, and medical professional portraits. The studio emphasizes making clients feel comfortable in front of the camera, which shows up repeatedly across reviews.

What people praise

Armando praised by name for warmth and putting nervous clients at ease
Fast turnaround, with photos often available the same day
Handles both individual and team corporate headshot sessions
Convenient studio parking assistance mentioned by reviewers

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating5 / 5

Review volume208 · 83rd

Confidencehigh

Recency6 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown100% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong alternative for corporate headshots specifically, especially if you're booking for a team rather than a single portrait.

Website +1310-684-3596 Directions

3923 W 6th St Unit 411, Los Angeles, CA 90020

#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Big Day Memories

5.0189 Google reviews

Big Day Memories is a downtown Los Angeles wedding photography and videography team, working alongside a coordinated crew of photographers and videographers for wedding-day coverage. Founder Pasha and lead photographer Masha are named repeatedly across reviews for guiding couples through poses and capturing candid moments.

What people praise

Photo and video teams coordinate closely to capture the same key moments
Fast delivery, with previews often arriving within about a week
Reviewers describe pricing as reasonable relative to comparable LA vendors
Small, family-run business with a personal touch

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating5 / 5

Review volume189 · 78th

Confidencehigh

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown99% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: If your shoot is specifically a wedding, this is the specialist on this page. It's worth checking their dedicated wedding photography page for the full picture of coverage options.

Website +1323-447-2333 Directions

656 S Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, CA 90014

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How we score

Rating is the live Google average for each photographer. Review volume ranks how many clients actually left feedback, compared against others in the pool. Confidence weights the rating by how many reviews back it up, so a photographer with hundreds of reviews scores higher confidence than one with a few dozen. Recency checks how current the feedback is. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a photography session cost in Los Angeles? (2026)

Pricing varies enormously by specialty, a headshot session runs very differently from a full wedding day or a commercial fashion shoot, and none of these businesses list a single fixed rate, so ask for a quote based on your specific project.

Serving all of Los Angeles

These photographers and studios are based from downtown to Koreatown and Culver City, with several offering on-location shoots anywhere across the metro area. Search ‘photographer near me’ and specify the type of shoot you need, since specialty matters more than proximity here.

What to ask before booking a photographer

What’s your specific specialty, and have you shot this type of session before?
How many final edited images are included in the package?
What’s the turnaround time for delivery?
Do you shoot in-studio, on location, or both?
What happens if I need to reschedule?
Can I see a full portfolio in the specific category I need?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these photographers?

We pulled real Google ratings, review counts, and review text for photographers across Los Angeles, then ranked them by rating weighted against review volume and recency.

How often is this list updated?

We refreshed this data in August 2026 and periodically re-check ratings and review counts to keep the rankings current.

What’s the difference between booking through a platform like Snappr and booking a photographer directly?

A platform matches you with a photographer from a vetted pool and often confirms instantly, while booking directly, like with Anthony Mongiello or Sergio Garcia, means working with the same named photographer throughout.

Do I need a different photographer for headshots versus events or weddings?

Not necessarily, but specialty matters. A headshot photographer builds a different skill set than a wedding or event photographer, so check the portfolio for the specific type of shot you need.

The bottom line

For most general needs, Snappr’s vetted network is the fastest way to book without extensive research. For a specific specialty, headshots, fashion, or a wedding, go directly to the photographer built around that exact work. Either way, confirm turnaround time and the number of final images before you pay a deposit.

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