Top 8 Wedding Photographers in Toronto (2026)
Wedding Planning · Toronto and the GTA
Choosing your wedding photographer is one of the biggest decisions in your planning, and one of the few with no do-over. Your photos are how the day gets remembered, so the photographer's style, and how they make you feel on camera, both have to fit.
Here is an honest advantage we have in writing this list: as wedding videographers, we spend entire wedding days standing next to photographers. We see who stays calm when the schedule slips, who makes couples comfortable, and whose work holds up. These eight Toronto photographers are our top picks for 2026.
The list at a glance
- Purple Tree Photography: artistic, dreamy, emotional storytelling
- Mango Studios: polished editorial meets photojournalism, a Toronto institution
- Fantauzzi Studios: cinematic flair, award-winning team
- Jessilynn Wong Photography: natural light, intimate and timeless
- Eric Cheng Photography: modern, vibrant, meticulous
- Yousuf Din Photography: fine art storytelling, strong with multicultural weddings
- F29 Studio: contemporary, colourful, consistently top-reviewed
- Kurtz Orpia Photography: clean, timeless, documentary-leaning
1. Purple Tree Photography
Known for an artistic and dreamy style, Purple Tree Photography has built a reputation for stunning, emotional imagery that tells the story of your wedding day. Their experienced team focuses on candid moments with a touch of elegance.
What makes them stand out:
- A strong emphasis on storytelling through photography
- A versatile approach that suits both intimate and grand weddings
- Exceptional service and personalized attention to each couple
2. Mango Studios
Mango Studios is a household name in Toronto wedding photography, and for good reason. Blending photojournalistic and editorial styles, their team creates timeless photos with real sophistication, and the experience is famously seamless.
What makes them stand out:
- Expertise in both posed and candid photography
- A polished, modern aesthetic with wide appeal
- A history with high-profile clients and prestigious venues
3. Fantauzzi Studios
Fantauzzi Studios brings a cinematic flair to wedding photography, specializing in emotional, authentic moments. A ten-time award-winning studio, their approach combines artistry with technical skill, and couples consistently mention how comfortable the team makes them feel.
What makes them stand out:
- A cinematic, creative photography style
- A focus on building real rapport with couples
- High attention to detail on every shot
4. Jessilynn Wong Photography
Jessilynn Wong Photography creates intimate, timeless images that reflect each couple's story. With a focus on natural light and authentic moments, her work stands out for its elegance and simplicity, and she edits every gallery herself.
What makes them stand out:
- Expertise in natural light for soft, romantic photos
- A personalized approach to each couple's story and style
- A portfolio full of beautifully captured candid moments
5. Eric Cheng Photography
Eric Cheng Photography is celebrated for a sophisticated, modern approach. A scientist by training and artist by spirit, Eric captures bold, vibrant images for couples who want their photos to make a statement, with meticulous care behind every frame.
What makes them stand out:
- A modern, vibrant photography style
- Extensive experience with diverse cultural and traditional weddings
- Visually striking, dynamic compositions
6. Yousuf Din Photography
Yousuf Din Photography blends fine art with storytelling, creating images as unique as the couples he works with. Shooting weddings since 2014, Yousuf has deep experience with multicultural and traditional celebrations.
What makes them stand out:
- A fine art approach that emphasizes beauty and emotion
- Experience across multicultural and traditional weddings
- Personalized, high-quality service
7. F29 Studio
F29 Studio is recognized for a modern, vibrant, and creative approach, and their reviews back it up: they are consistently among Toronto's top-rated wedding photography teams. Their work balances artistic vision with technical polish.
What makes them stand out:
- A contemporary style mixing vibrant colour and creative composition
- Extensive experience with both indoor and outdoor weddings
- A personalized, client-focused approach
8. Kurtz Orpia Photography
Kurtz Orpia Photography captures heartfelt, genuine moments in a way that feels natural and artistic. Based in Burlington and serving Toronto, the GTA, and Niagara, Kurtz favours documentary-style movement over stiff posing, with a clean, timeless aesthetic.
What makes them stand out:
- A focus on authentic, emotional moments
- A clean, timeless, elegant style
- A personalized, stress-free experience for couples
Photos and film: better together
Your photographer and videographer share every important moment of your day, often standing a few feet apart. When the two teams work well together, you get both without ever feeling surrounded: photos to frame, and a film that lets you hear the vows and relive how the day actually felt.
That is our side of the partnership. We film documentary-style, staying unobtrusive so the photographer has room to work and you barely notice either of us. You can see how that plays out in our highlight films.
Theodora & Connor at Ascott Parc: the film side of a day like this
Frequently asked questions
How much does a wedding photographer cost in Toronto?
Most full-day wedding photography packages in Toronto land between $3,000 and $6,000, depending on hours, whether a second photographer is included, and deliverables like albums. Boutique and luxury studios can run higher.
When should we book our wedding photographer?
Ideally 8 to 12 months before your wedding, and earlier for peak Saturday dates in summer and early fall. Top Toronto photographers often book out a full year ahead.
How do we choose between photographers with similar portfolios?
Meet them. Style gets you to a shortlist, but comfort decides it: you will spend more of your wedding day with your photographer than with most of your guests. Choose the person who makes you feel at ease, and ask to see one or two full wedding galleries, not just highlights.
Do we need both a photographer and a videographer?
They do different jobs. Photos give you images to print, frame, and share; film preserves motion, voices, and vows. Many couples say afterward that hearing the day again is what brings it back. If the budget forces a choice, prioritize the one you will revisit most, but if you can, the two together are more than the sum.
Do photographers and videographers get in each other's way?
Not when both teams are professional. A good videography team coordinates with the photographer on positioning through the ceremony, portraits, and speeches so both get what they need without crowding the couple. Documentary-style teams are especially easy to share a room with.
Once your photographer is booked, the film side is the natural next question. Explore our wedding films, read our guide on how to choose a wedding videographer, and when you are ready, we would love to hear about your day.
Last updated: July 2026