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About

HiLite Studios is a family-owned and operated photography company located in Commack and Oceanside, New York, that photographs weddings. They specialize in personalized service, high-quality images, and DVD videos at affordable prices. They have a wide variety of packages they offer that are customizable to fit the needs of all kinds of weddings. They are known for their reasonable pricing options and often offer exclusive discounts for their wedding planning couples. Their experienced photographers will use both a traditional and photojournalistic approach to capture your big day. HiLite Studios will take a mix of contemporary, artistic, and traditional shots to preserve your memories to last a lifetime.

Experience

This award-winning company was started 30 years ago. They have two storefront locations on Long Island, one in Oceanside and the other in Commack. This three-generation family business has highly skilled photographers and videographers who can't wait to capture the spontaneous, powerful, and romantic moments of your wedding day. Their goal is to make you feel completely relaxed and to get you to "be yourself" in front of the camera.

Services Offered

This full-service photography and videography company offers a complimentary consultation, either in person or over the phone, to ensure you're a good fit. They offer multiple packages to choose from at a variety of price points to accommodate any budget. Their services include:

  • Additional hours
  • Multiple locations
  • Second shooter
  • High-resolution images
  • Digital files
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Albums
  • Videos
  • Photo Favors
  • Slideshow
  • Custom graphics
  • Liability insurance

Other Services

In addition to shooting your wedding, HiLite Studios is also happy to shoot your engagement session. Additional events they will photograph include, but are not limited to:

  • Boudoir shoot
  • Bridal shower
  • Anniversary party
  • Sweet 16
  • Quinceanera
  • Birthday party
  • Maternity shoot
  • Baby shower
  • Bar/Bat mitzvah
  • Retirement party
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Add'l Hours
Prints

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Albums
Prints

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Second Shooter

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of HiLite Studios

Cat
Cat D. Sent on 07/23/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection!

Mike is an amazing photographer and we are so lucky to have had him for our wedding. He is very personable and reasonable. He not only arrived early to the venue, but got all of my husband’s family and the groomsmen photos done before my arrival. He made sure he followed my list and had other suggestions that weren’t on it as well. He also got all my photos done very quickly and they came out beautiful!!! I would highly recommend HiLite Studio for your wedding and I can’t wait to use them again!
Tre
Tre T. Sent on 10/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

My Two Pennies

We were introduced to Mike when we took our family/engagement photos and seeing the patience he had with our 10 and 13 year olds we knew we needed to hire him for our wedding too. This man is amazing! He captures moments that you’ll never forget, they’re creative and stunning. I would absolutely recommend Mike to anyone and everyone that is looking for a photographer. Attaching a few of our family photo shoot.
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Megan Sent on 02/08/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic!

We had the pleasure of working with Mike for our courthouse wedding. He made us feel very comfortable having only just met him, had really good rates for having given him a week's notice (!!), and turned around amazing photos to share with our families quite promptly. We look forward to working with him again in the future.
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Kenneth Sent on 08/27/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Money well worth it!

My wedding took place in July during the pandemic and I was debating whether or not a videographer but be a worthy investment, but all in all, it sure was! Mike helped me arrange for the videographer to come and the one he sent was terrific as well. The editing job they did was fantastic and I wouldn’t do it any other way.
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Lauren Sent on 05/05/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Hi-Lite Studios took great wedding pictures

Jim & Mike were very professional and a pleasure to work with. They were on time and spent the whole day and evening with us and had patience the whole time. They had lots of ideas for shots and listened to what we wanted also. They captured every special moment and more. We received close to 1,400 proofs after 2 weeks and are enjoying going through them - it will be hard to choose with so many good pics! Every question was quickly answered before, during and after the wedding. I highly recommend them.
Heather
Heather Sent on 08/30/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you Mike & Jim

Mike and Jim were so friendly and professional. From the minute I sat down with mike for a consultation I knew that I didn’t want anyone else for a photographer. We were initially attracted to HiLite for their affordable pricing, and though were were originally going with the smallest package, Mike treated us as if we were spending a fortune. We were able to upgrade to a deluxe package later on, and I was not disappointed. Between Mike and Jim I didn’t have to worry about a thing. My guests can’t stop raving about them. We received our pictures back yesterday and we are in LOVE. I am not usually photogenic so I was nervous about pictures - but I was nervous for nothing!
They have been so prompt in calling us back and communicating with us about getting our thank you cards and album done, especially as we live in a different state.
Thank you Mike & Jim for making our memories perfect!
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Irma Sent on 12/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating

super good prices and service!!

These guys are just the best!
Ask 4 mike or jim.
prices are great. they even list them on the website. nobody else does that!!
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Whitney Sent on 06/05/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding 2/23/29

Mike and his team were extremely professional and on time. They made my day great. I did photos and video. Very pleased with everything!!!
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Bridget Sent on 03/16/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Photography and People!

We have been working with Hilite Studios for years. From our engagement photos to wedding photos Jim and Mike have been an absolute pleasure to work with. They are so easy to talk to and the pictures have been absolutely amazing!! You really get the attention to detail and personal attention with Hilite studios that you just won’t get with any other company. Our pictures and wedding album came out better than I ever imagined! I highly recommend using Hilite!!
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Kathleen Sent on 05/05/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Him and Mike are beyond fabulous!!! I had such a wonderful experience using hilite studios! Him showed up to my house with a smile and ready to go! He was so sweet to all the guest plus he was excellent getting the kids attention! Both Mike and Jim helped me be stress free when booking with them! I highly recommend there business to everyone! I can’t thank them enough for helping my day be stress free
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Awards

52
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Reverends Nick Reverends Nick Wedding Officiants

nice guys to work with, and nice work

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HiLite Studios frequently asked questions

HiLite Studios includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Add'l Hours
  • Prints
HiLite Studios includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • Albums
  • Prints
HiLite Studios offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
HiLite Studios offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Second Shooter
HiLite Studios offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
HiLite Studios is recommended by 94% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in average response time, 4.7 in quality of service, 4.7 in professionalism, 4.7 in value and 4.6 in flexibility.
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