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Stock Photos Prices
If you are in the market for stock photos for your web site, sales
collateral, or other functions, one of the places you will want to
look are web sites that offer the images for a fixed fee or on a
leased basis. Often, these types of sites will include images that
cannot be obtained as free images, and tend to be somewhat more
focused in their subject matter. Of course, not all of these
fee-based stock photo galleries are exactly alike, so it is
important to compare and contrast several before you make a decision
on who to do business with. Here are some tips on how to evaluate
the stock photo prices associated with these sites.
One of the first things to consider is the simple unit price for the
image that has caught your eye. This may be a little more
complicated than you would think at first glance. Often, the unit
price is based on the sizing of the image you want to use. Many
galleries offer their images in at least three different sizes,
since the image may be intended for us on a web site, on a poster,
or in the design of a brochure. Generally, many sites use the
strategy of displaying the lowest rate associated with the image,
and provide a link to see what the cost is for the same image in a
larger format. If you have a specific size in mind, make sure you
how much it will cost to get the properly sized photo for your
project.
Second, don't let the unit price be your guide in all situations.
This is particularly true if you plan on purchasing multiple images.
Many galleries will offer discounts on their rates if the client
orders several images for use. This means that while the stock photo
prices on one site may appear to be a better buy, the truth s that
the site that has a slightly higher unit price but offers a
significant discount when five or more images are ordered may work
out to be a better deal. Do the math before you commit.
Last, keep in mind that stock photo prices for more obscure subject
matter may be a little more expensive. Like any business, a stock
photo gallery wants to move product. The more popular images on more
common subjects may be a little cheaper, while images associated
with specialized subjects will cost a little more. Don't let that
throw you. After all, while you want the best prices, you also want
the highest quality photos to use in your work. Take your time,
investigate your options, then make a decision.
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