How Sam Reed Compares to
Other Real Estate Photographers
| Category | Sam Reed | Leading Competitor | Budget Media Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Positioning | Builder/architect-grade media assets Portfolio + marketing first |
MLS-first listing coverage | High-volume, low-touch |
| Photography Method | True flambient (accurate color + clean windows) | HDR / mixed methods | Batch HDR presets |
| Architectural Composition | Portfolio-level verticals + symmetry + intent | Good, but listing-driven | “Get it done” angles |
| Drone (Compliance) | FAA Part 107 + advanced aerial storytelling | Licensed / basic shots | Varies / inconsistent |
| Video Deliverable | 4K cinematic (brand story + detail) | Walkthrough highlight | Slideshow / minimal edit |
| 3D Tour / Spatial | Matterport + strategic scan planning | Matterport basic | Not standard |
| Turnaround | 24-hour delivery standard | 48–72 hours | 3–5 days |
| Consistency Across Projects | Calibrated look across communities/hotels | Depends on shooter/day | Highly variable |
| Retainer Options | $5K–$10K monthly builder/architect contracts | Mostly per shoot | Mostly per shoot |