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Based in San Francisco , CA, SAE Photo Film is a luxury photography & Videography company that specializes in weddings and elopements. This business is run by husband and wife duo: Fernando and Samantha; Two visual experts who discovered their knack for the camera lens through their own wedding photography experience. With years of expertise behind the lens, they transform your special day into a timeless memory that you can relive over and over again.

SAE Photo Film focuses on capturing memories with authenticity and artistic edge. The photojournalist side of their photography & videography uses candid shots to recreate every kiss and hug exactly as they happened, while their traditional techniques and directed poses transform your wedding memories into art gallery masterpieces. They also saturate their images in warm hues and neutral colors, allowing each snapshot to radiate pure love and affection.

SAE Photo Film also provides an extensive selection of top-tier photography services. With a second shooter shooter and additional shooting hours, they help you make as many memories as possible. With vast experience in a wide range of wedding/elopement related events, Samantha and Fernando tell the tale of your love from beginning to end. Once the wedding galleries are delivered online, they turn all your memories into printed and digital souvenirs for you to cherish anywhere, anytime, for years to come.

  • Hispanic or Latinx-owned
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$3,200

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$4,000

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

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files
Prints

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Video
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Digital Files
Prints
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Reviews of SAE Photo Film

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Sam and the team at SAE Photofilm received high praise from multiple reviewers for their exceptional service and stunning photography. Reviewers highlighted their responsiveness, creativity, and ability to capture both posed and candid moments. They were described as professional, fun, and helpful throughout the entire process, from consultation to the wedding day. The team's attention to detail and ability to make everyone feel comfortable were appreciated by the wedding party and guests. Overall, reviewers highly recommended SAE Photofilm for their wedding photography needs.

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Sam and the team at SAE Photofilm received high praise from multiple reviewers for their exceptional service and stunning photography. Reviewers highlighted their responsiveness, creativity, and ability to capture both posed and candid moments. They were described as professional, fun, and helpful throughout the entire process, from consultation to the wedding day. The team's attention to detail and ability to make everyone feel comfortable were appreciated by the wedding party and guests. Overall, reviewers highly recommended SAE Photofilm for their wedding photography needs.

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Karen M. Sent on 06/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

They went above and beyond for us

Sam & the team were absolutely WONDERFUL to work with. Throughout the entire process leading up to the wedding, Sam was responsive and quick to answer emails/texts and also had lots of great ideas for generating fun photos. She even suggested a table photo dash during our reception which everyone commented on how fun it was. We were also grateful for all the ways that they sprung into action during our wedding itself. At our cocktail hour, Sam magically bustled my dress so quickIy that I didn't even notice while I was chatting with one of our guests. It was something that totally went above and beyond in her role as photographer, but I was so grateful for it in the end because it gave me an additional 10-15 minutes of time to interact with our guests. Our whole wedding party commented on how comfortable they made everyone feel and they truly helped to set the tone for our whole wedding. And our sneak preview photos are totally a DREAM!
Christina
Christina B. Sent on 11/01/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Forever Moments

Where do I begin? Samantha and Fernando were absolutely the best photographs we could have hoped for on our special day! We got married in Pleasanton on a beautiful, golden evening at a winery. From the day I met Sam through Zoom during our consultation to the very last moment we spent together on the wedding day, I felt like I had known them forever. They are a husband/wife duo and it worked out great having Fernando take photos of my husband when he was getting ready and Sam spent time with the ladies, just like they were our friends! Her style is classic, warm, and moody. They captured our favorite moments and we were crying when we got to see the sneak peek photos. (I recommend paying extra for the sneak peeks! So worth it.) They were flexible, communicative, and had the best sense of humor! I can’t say enough good things! We will treasure our photos forever.
Juhlia
Juhlia G. Sent on 01/20/2022
5 out of 5 rating

We did our wedding photos with them and we loved it

In 2020 we did our first professional photos, We did it with SAE. We had no idea how to pose for the photos, so we were a little scared how it would turn out, but they very patient and able to guide us for the pictures. If you’re shy or anxious you don’t need to be cause they will conduct and guide you for the best Photos.
So in 2022 we trusted them with our wedding photos and we loved it. 😍
Thank you for the love you guys put into the work.
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Samantha Estopa
Samantha Estopa
Photographer - Main Shooter

Heyy !

I'm the founder of SAE Photo Film and main shooter along with my husband Fernando, who's also a videographer.

I love to make my couples comfortable and give them the peace of mind to know that everything is going as they planned, so for that I will do what's in my power.

My favorite food is sushi, my favorite color is Black, my favorite season is Fall and my favorite holiday is Christmas !

I love to become friends with all my clients, so if you become one of my clients, be sure that we will hang out a lot in the future!

Just like my husband, I love music, so you might see me dancing on the dance floor during reception !

Fernando  Estopa
Fernando Estopa
Videographer

Hi there,

I'm the videographer and second shooter (photography)

We're one of a kind, while she's very creative and loves candid shots, I love a classic and still pose, but of course candids shots are included !

I'm really talkative and will make friends with the whole party if time allows, so expect me to act like friends with anyone but with professionalism.

I love music, so you also might be seeing me on the dance floor during reception with Samantha.

I also love IPAs so if you like beer, I already like you- bonus points if you only drink IPAs.

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