Videographers

Chris Fig Productions has filmed more than 500 weddings since the business was founded in 2005. The videographers use a low-key documentary approach for most weddings and, if requested, can deliver a modern cinematic production using a one- or two-man crew and incorporating opening montages and soundtracks. Customizable packages start at $1,500. $

646-535-6185; chrisfig.com

With backgrounds in Hollywood and independent cinema, the award-winning Danielle and David Schneider create modern wedding films, often set to upbeat music. Their team has a knack for capturing the entire scope of the day—jitters, tears, laughter, and all. From $3,000.

646-245-0087; dfppictures.com

Since 2003, this documentary-film company has been recording weddings, telling the love story of each couple through small and large moments alike. The basic package starts at $3,950 and includes eight hours of coverage and a five-minute highlight video that can be shared online.

917-568-4266; firstdayfilms.com

Ahn’s artful films are cleanly shot and thoughtfully edited. He offers multiple wedding packages that include a range of services: HD-video coverage, multiple camera operators, Blu-ray, and a highlight reel. Packages start at $3,000.

325 W. 38th St., nr. Eighth Ave., Ste. 1508; 347-239-6403; frankahnfilms.com

These award-winning filmmakers lead the pack in terms of polished, big-screen-worthy films. Armed with state-of-the-art HD cameras, they’ve shot everywhere from the Plaza Hotel to St. Barts, capturing defining moments with both stills and video. Their films have screened at Sundance, and they’ve collaborated with some of New York’s top wedding planners, including David Reinhard. From $7,500.

212-791-1651; hartpictures.com

Brooklyn cinematographer Megan Hill and her creative team use Super 8 cameras to make films with an old-timey feel that is memorable, charming, and surprising, although they can also shoot in high definition if preferred. Clients — who have included Juno scribe Diablo Cody — receive a private link for online viewing. From $4,000.

516-652-7186; hellosuperstudios.com

This outfit offers two types of film: a contemporary short, which runs 20 to 30 minutes, or a nostalgia-evoking feature (60 to 90 minutes). The filmmakers like to shoot in natural light to make the video appear as authentic as possible, incorporating drones, time-lapse, sliders, and Steadicam for a feature-film look. From $4,500.

800-897-3713; josephedwardsny.com

Seasoned filmmaker Leslie Satterfield (who has held screenings at Sundance) works with a creative team of shooters to make high-energy films that capture the essence of the big day. The magic often happens in the editing room: With backgrounds in fine art and fashion, the team specializes in impressive postproduction and coloration techniques. From $4,000.

kissthebridefilms.com

Motoko Fukuyama’s work is inspired by fashion, art, and design. She might use black-and-white to evoke a ’30s Hollywood vibe, but otherwise she sticks to a documentary style. She’s subtle as she shoots, so you barely know she’s there. From $3,700.

646-283-5487; loveinprogress.com

This small team of videographers loves working with fun, creative couples to translate candid moments into high-quality videos set to whatever soundtrack the couple prefers. Packages range from $3,500 to $10,000 and include filming, an edited video, and the additional raw footage from the day.

lovebrainfilms.com

With over 15 years of experience, award-winning documentary filmmakers Renzo Zanelli and Annika Beaulieu shoot in 4K to make wedding videos that are both cinematic and natural. They manage to capture intimate and action-packed moments alike, all set to the client’s choice of song. Packages from $3,400 to $8,000 for photo and video.

347-269-0669; magicflutevideos.com

Miller excels at discreetly capturing every detail of the wedding day in intimate close-ups and dynamic moving shots. She then crafts high-definition films that reflect each couple’s celebration, making them look like movie stars in the process. Full packages from $6,500.

334-507-2929; mckenziemillerfilms.com

Justin and his team specialize in short-form storytelling. They create seven- to 20-minute films that capture the essence of each wedding through beautiful cinematic images mashed up against voice-overs from the couple’s vows and speeches from the bridal party. The team is available to travel for destination weddings and also offers photography services. Packages from $6,999. Photography only from $3,000.

914-487-3077; michaeljustinstudios.com

The videographers at Milestone shoot weddings using primarily documentary-film techniques, letting a couple’s story unfold naturally and avoiding intrusions such as on-camera interviews with guests. Packages from $2,000. $

914-439-4272; milestonevideoproductions.com

Documentarian Zev Greenfield won’t use intrusive lighting or interview party guests (unless asked to). And when it comes time to edit, they treat the footage as if making a movie, complete with cinematic perspectives and split screens. Their standard package includes six hours of shooting with two videographers and three copies of a 45- to 60-­minute film on DVD or hard drive, and a shareable five- to ten-minute highlights reel. From $4,500.

212-725-0014; milkandhoneyproductions.com

Award-winning videographer Lauri Batwin has been filming weddings for more than a decade. Her style is simple, subtle, and discreet, but she won’t miss a moment of the big day. Her videos combine state-of-the-art digital cinema­tography with a keen artistic eye. From $1,500. $

718-979-8431; montagevideoinc.com

Though this international studio’s headquarters are in Tokyo, it opened a New York City office in 2012. NST’s crack videographers shoot thousands of nuptials worldwide each year, using documentary skills and transforming each event into a cinematic work of art. Packages start at $2,750. $

855-642-6531; nstpictures.com

Known for its artistic storytelling, this award-winning boutique studio creates personal, one-of-a-kind wedding movies. Creative director Edward Zilberman and his team offer other services for imaginative couples, such as video invites, how-we-met love stories, and other documentaries, as well as short-form films. Packages from $2,500.

800-859-8797; orangefilmsny.com

Founder Adam Forgione launched his videography business following his own wedding. The company produces subtly romantic films in which the focus is always on telling a couple’s unique story. Packages start from $7,000.

631-486-2881; pennylaneprod.com

For more than 30 years, Allen has been shooting weddings using the classic techniques of documentary filmmaking — so much so that he promises to make his presence “completely transparent.” He shoots with HD and vintage Super 8 cameras and can edit the day’s footage with both color and black-and-white imagery. Prices upon request.

917-512-6490; robertallenvideo.com

This meticulous videographer has a knack for soliciting interviews and commentary from guests that go beyond the usual “Congratulations!” Those direct-to-camera shots are optional, of course, but guests seem eager to open up in front of Cohen’s lens. From $1,000 to $6,000. $

347-585-2570; sethdavidcohen.com

The Light Mill’s Geoff Boka has been filming weddings for more than 15 years. Storytellers at heart, his team capture the emotion of the day without interfering. An online short film and historical documentary of the complete event are available. From $3,200.

212-580-1778; thelightmill.com

Smith’s background as a magazine writer makes him a storytelling pro, and he prides himself on his ability to catch unexpected, fleeting, and humorous moments throughout the day. His work, which was honored by the International Live Events Association on three occasions, incorporates live audio and outtakes. Prices upon request.

419 Lafayette St., nr. 4th St.; 703 Adams St., Hoboken, New Jersey; 212-706-8904; timalansmith.com

Tweed’s videographers live by the motto “Wedding videos for people who hate wedding videos.” They seek out a combination of the major traditional moments, beautiful candid shots, and happy interactions between the couple and their guests. Their fly-on-the-wall shooting style does not include camera lighting, so the team remains as invisible as you can get. In addition to the final video, couples can purchase an external hard drive with all the raw footage for $125. Packages start at $2,500.

tweedweddings.com

Videographer Cody Raisig can document all outdoor wedding festivities with a drone’s-eye view. Couple that with his background in cinematography, and it’s a wedding video like no other. From $2,400.

720-771-6501; weddingdronenewyork.com

For budget-conscious couples, Wedit offers a DIY approach to the wedding-day video. For $399, you receive five HD video cameras for guests to use themselves. After the wedding, send back the cameras, and the Wedit staff will upload the raw footage for you to view on its site. For an additional charge, you can work with the company’s editors on an edited video. $

877-699-3348; wedit.com

This company employs HD, 16-mm., and Super 8 film, with soundtracks that may feature anything from oldies to Top 40 chosen by the bride and groom. Founder Jon Gangwer started the company shortly after his own nuptials, with the intention of offering schmaltz-free short-format wedding films. He can do one- or three-song films or longer documentary-style ones. Packages start at $2,200. $

877-979-3456; awellspunwedding.com

For couples seeking a highly stylized wedding video, Fontaine is your woman. She has been documenting celebrations since 1999 and is perhaps best known for her videos using Super 8 film, which evoke a romantic, vintage feel with their blurred outer edges, flickering black-and-white or subdued color palettes, and spontaneous handheld effects. Packages start around $7,000 for fine-art mixed media, Super 8 film, and an HD video.

646-221-3063; wilsonfontaine.com