Photo Studios for Hire in Melbourne

What types of photo studios can you hire in Melbourne?

Cyclorama studios – best for e-commerce, fashion and product

A cyclorama is a curved wall-to-floor join with no visible corner, which is what gives you an infinite white background straight out of camera. Melbourne cyc studios run $99 to $150 per hour for hourly hire, or $600 to $750 per session and day for the largest.
Top picks: Single Wall Cyclorama at Dragon Image Melbourne, Collingwood – from $99 per hour, up to 24 crew. Large Cyclorama at Valeon Studio, Brunswick – from $150 per hour, up to 450, the biggest capacity in the dataset. Warehouse with 10x10m Cyclorama at Monster & Bear Studios, Brunswick – from $600 per session, rated 5/5.

Daylight and natural light studios – best for lifestyle, branding and portraits

Daylight studios in Melbourne average $110 hire fee per hour, ranging from $80 to $165. Large north or south-facing windows, high ceilings and pale floors. Ask which direction the windows face and what time of day the light is usable – a south-facing studio gives you soft, consistent light all day in the southern hemisphere, while north-facing gives you stronger, more directional light that moves.
Top picks: The Loft Studio Melbourne, Footscray – from $90 per hour, up to 40, a 150m² warehouse conversion with tall windows and lifestyle furniture. Daylight Photo & Film Studio at Glow Studios G49, Footscray – from $100 per hour, up to 50, rated 4.9/5.

Blackout and green screen studios – best for video, compositing and full lighting control

Green screen studios average $120 hire fee per hour, from $88 to $220. Blackout means you control every light in the room, which matters for product colour accuracy and for video. Check the green screen is lit separately from your subject, and ask about ceiling height for boom and backlight placement.
Top picks: Production Studio with Kitchen at Glow Studios G37, Footscray – from $120 per hour, up to 50, soundproofed with a food-prep kitchen. Melbourne Greenscreen Studio at Atticus Media, Fitzroy – from $220 per hour, up to 40.

Warehouse and large production studios – best for crews of 50 to 450

For commercial shoots, music videos and content days with full crew, sets and multiple stations. Priced $98 to $190 per hour depending on capacity and rig.
Top picks: Photography at ON3 Studio, Brunswick – from $98 per hour, up to 120, rated 4.9/5. Film & Photo Studio at Bighouse Arts, Coburg – from $100 per hour, up to 150, rated 4.9/5 from 38 reviews. Exclusive Hire at No Filter Studios, Brunswick – from $190 per hour, up to 120, with strong acoustic control for video. Sound Stage at Humdinger Studios, Brunswick – from $176 per hour, up to 110, rated 5/5.

Small studios for solo and one-to-one shoots – best for headshots and portraits

The cheapest way into a Melbourne studio. Rooms for one to fifteen people, priced $50 to $100 per hour, with lighting and backdrops included.
Top picks: Studio B at Kindred Cameras, Docklands – from $50 per hour for up to 4, rated 5/5. Melbourne Photography Studio at Indie Film Studios, Yarraville – from $55 per hour, up to 25. Entire Studio at Got Next Studios, Footscray – from $75 per hour, up to 10.

Food photography studios – best for menus, recipes and hospitality brands

Purpose-built with a working kitchen, prep bench and dedicated tabletop lighting, so styling and shooting happen in the same room.
Top pick: Food Photography Studio at Food Photography and Media Studio Melbourne, Footscray – from $500 per day, up to 6. For a hybrid option, Glow Studios G37 has a food-prep kitchen attached to a blackout studio.

Character and location studios – best when a plain backdrop is wrong

Not every shoot wants a cyc. Melbourne has apartment sets, galleries, rustic lofts and styled interiors listed under photo shoot locations, which averages $120 hire fee per hour across 516 venues.
Top picks: Rustic Loft at CBD, Melbourne CBD – from $120 per hour, up to 80, exposed brick and timber, 350m from the centre. Apartment 26 at Anton Venoir Interiors, Prahran – from $550 per day, a fully styled apartment set, rated 4.9/5 from 74 reviews. Whole House at The Potterage – from $150 per hour, a characterful house interior, rated 4.9/5.

Creative and art studios – best for workshops, classes and making-of content

Creative studio spaces in Melbourne average $100 hire fee per hour across 346 venues, with per-person workshop rates from $40. Best when the shoot is a workshop or the content is about the making.
Top pick: Co-working Studio at Artful Gallery, St Kilda – from $20 per hour, the cheapest hourly rate on the platform, for a 3x3m space.

Film, video and podcast studios – best for moving image

Film and TV studios in Melbourne average $110 hire fee per hour, with day rates from $500. Most double as photo studios, so if you are shooting stills and video in one day you can book a single space.
Top picks: Video & Photography Studios at We Make Online Videos, South Melbourne – from $182 per hour, up to 30. Video Podcast Studio at Posterboy Media, South Yarra – from $440 per hour for a fully rigged 4-person setup.

Which studio suits your crew and cast size?

Which studio suits your shoot type?

Cheap photo studio hire in Melbourne

The cheapest photo studios in Melbourne start at $50 per hour. Cheap photo studios in Melbourne average $110 per hour, with day rates from $440.

Four ways to bring the cost down:

• Go west. Footscray averages $90 per hour against $165 in Richmond, for comparable warehouse spaces.
• Book a day rate if you need more than five hours. A $440 day rate beats $99 per hour from hour five onward.
• Ask about off-peak days. Many Melbourne studios discount weekdays and mornings
• Match the room to the crew. A 120-capacity warehouse booked for a two-person headshot session still costs the warehouse rate.

Cheapest: Studio B at Kindred Cameras, Docklands, from $50 per hour. Indie Film Studios, Yarraville, from $55. Studio A at Kindred Cameras, from $70. Got Next Studios, Footscray, and Studio Luce Photography, Braybrook, both from $75.

Photo studios near Melbourne CBD

Melbourne CBD studios average $132 hire fee per hour. Supply is thin, so book early if you need a central location for talent arriving by tram or train.

• Melbourne CBD at ACDC's Studio, 343 Little Collins Street – from $132 per hour, up to 30, 450m from the centre, with fast fibre Wi-Fi, LED video lights, kitchenette and dressing room
• Rustic Loft at CBD, 8 Rankins Lane – from $120 per hour, up to 80, 350m from the centre, rated 4.7/5
• Small Studio at NV Dance Studio, 370 Queen Street – from $40 per hour, up to 8, near Flagstaff Gardens, suited to content shoots and rehearsals
• Photo Studio at Yepa Studio, West Melbourne – from $165 per hour, up to 50

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Where Can I Rent A Photo Studio In Sydney?

Looking to rent a photo studio in Sydney? You're in exactly the right spot. Want natural light in an airy warehouse? Or a slick, equipment-ready studio minutes from the CBD? We've got the lot – and here's where to start:

• Western Suburbs
  Recommended Venue: Photography And Design Australia  This versatile space offers a clean backdrop and all the gear you need – ideal for product photography and small crew shoots. With easy access and a solid 20-person capacity, it’s a creative gem ready for action.
• Surry Hills
  Recommended Venue: Kindred Cameras Photo Studio  Cosy but well-equipped, this space is perfect for portrait work and content creation, seating up to 15 comfortably. Its minimalist layout and solid lighting setup make it a reliable choice.
  
• Marrickville
  Recommended Venue: Glow Studios G49  This studio is a clean, functional space with room to move, making it ideal for mid-to-large productions, from branded content to performance shoots.
  
• Newtown
  Recommended Venue: Lily Street Studios  A simple, stripped-back space that's perfect for low-fuss shoots with smaller teams. It’s affordable, flexible, and easy to use – a solid choice for creatives working on a tight schedule.

Are There Studios Suitable For Large Productions?​

Whether you're planning a commercial shoot, music video, or high-production content day, there are big spaces with serious capacity and pro-level amenities ready to handle the full crew, gear, and action.

• ON3 Studio

Standing Capacity: 120
Why it's great: This spacious warehouse-style studio offers serious flexibility for full-scale shoots. With enough room for big sets, multiple stations, and crew movement, it’s built for action. Ideal for commercials, music videos, or fashion campaigns.
Price: $87 per hour

• No Filter Studios

Standing Capacity: 120
Why it's great: With a clean, open layout and high capacity, this studio is tailor-made for teams running multi-angle shoots or complex lighting setups. Great acoustic control too – handy for video shoots.
Price: $190 per hour

• Mycelium Studios

Standing Capacity: 200
Seating Capacity: 150
Why it's great: Massive and multi-use, this studio can handle just about anything – from stage-style productions to event-style shoots. Great for team setups or larger talent casts.
Price: $120 per hour 

Popular Shoot Types in Melbourne Studios

Melbourne’s studios cater to a wide variety of shoot styles. Here are some of the most commonly booked:

• Headshots & Portraits: Ideal for actors, professionals, or creatives looking to refresh their portfolio.
• Lifestyle & Editorial: Popular with content creators and fashion stylists—think movement, story, and mood.
• Maternity & Newborn: Many studios offer cozy setups with baby props and soft lighting, perfect for intimate family moments.
• Fashion & Lookbooks: Clean backgrounds and cycloramas let the wardrobe take center stage.
• Product & Food Photography: Melbourne’s ecommerce boom fuels demand for crisp, styled imagery—studios often include lightboxes or flat-lay setups.
• Corporate & Branding: Professional settings with consistent lighting are ideal for team photos, business profiles, or promotional materials.

Budgeting and Practical Tips

• Studio Size: For solo portraits or flat-lays, small spaces are fine. But for editorial shoots with models, stylists, and assistants, choose a larger footprint.
• In-House Gear: Some venues include lighting kits, cameras, or lenses in the hire fee—others charge extra, so confirm before booking.
• Location Access: Studios in suburbs like Brunswick and Richmond are popular for easy parking, while inner-city studios often offer tram or train access.
• Natural Light Studios: If you're chasing golden-hour glow or clean daylight shots, Melbourne has no shortage of natural light studios. 

Book your Melbourne photo studio today and shoot with confidence.