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The First Impression Counts: Cell Phone snapshots versus Pro Photography in Real Estate Listings

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by Michael Asgian
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The Impact of Photography on Real Estate Listings

Photographs serve as the first impression in real estate listings. With today’s advanced technology, anyone with a cell phone can snap a picture, but does that translate to successful real estate photography? Let’s compare the impact of cell phone shots versus professional photography on real estate listings, especially in the competitive San Diego market.

The Convenience of Cell Phone Shots in MLS Listings

Cell phones offer a quick and convenient way to capture photos for MLS listings. They provide instant access to a camera and the ability to instantly upload pictures to your listing. However, the convenience of cell phone shots often sacrifices the quality and professionalism that come with a Pro real estate photographer. Here’s a Cell phone shot of a Living room, in a condo in Downtown San Diego.

A glass door in a room A concrete wall with a window A glass door with a railing A room with glass doors and a balcony A room with glass doors and concrete walls A wood floor with glass doors A window with a metal frame A tall building with many windows
Cell phone photo of a room with glass doors and concrete walls

Why Pro San Diego Real Estate Photography Matters

Working with a professional real estate photographer elevates the presentation of your property. High-resolution images, expert lighting, and the right framing can highlight a property’s best features, making it stand out in crowded MLS listings. Professional photography not only improves the aesthetics of your listing but also potentially increases its market value. The same room, shot at the same time, this time by a Pro

 

A white sky with clouds A glass door in a room A wood floor with glass windows A room with a wood floor and a concrete pillar A concrete wall with a sign on it A room with a glass door and a concrete pillar A white wall with a light switch A window with a building in the background A glass railing on a balcony
Pro shot of the same room with a glass door and a concrete pillar

another example… here’s the bathroom at the same place, shot with the cell phone and photographed by the Pro. Images speak for themselves!!!

A close up of a bathtub A white toilet with a lid down A bathroom with a shower and sink A sink and mirror in a bathroom A bathroom with a glass shower door A bathroom with a shower and sink A close up of a sink A shower head on a tile floor A shower with a glass door A close-up of a faucet
Cell Phone photo of a bathroom with a shower and sink
A vent on a ceiling A close up of a drawer A close up of a toilet A bathroom with a glass shower door A bathroom with a shower and sink A door with a hook A glass door with a metal bar A bathroom counter with a sink and drawers A close up of a door handle A brown tile floor with white trim
Pro photo of the same bathroom with a shower and sink

The Advantage of Aerial Photography in Real Estate

Aerial photography offers a unique perspective of your property, showcasing its location, size, and proximity to local attractions. This technique, when executed by a professional real estate photographer in San Diego, can make your listing more appealing and informative to potential buyers. You can’t do that with a cell phone. Unless you fly yourself in a helicopter 🙂 Talking about the costs…

A aerial view of the townhouse.
A aerial view of the same neighborhood
A aerial view of a neighborhood
A bird’s eye view of houses and a street
A aerial view of a townhouse. The townhouse location is marked with a red circle
An aerial view of a neighborhood
A aerial view of a neighborhood
A aerial view of a row of houses with a red circle around the listing
A aerial view of a neighborhood with a house marked by a red circle

Virtual Tours: A Game Changer for Real Estate Listings

Virtual tours allow potential buyers to explore a property from the comfort of their own homes. A well-executed virtual tour, created by a professional San Diego real estate photographer, can provide a comprehensive view of the property and enhance the overall user experience of your MLS listing.

A kitchen with wood cabinets and stove A close up of a stove A close up of a door A close up of a white surface A wood fireplace with a decorative design A kitchen with a stove and oven
A kitchen with wood cabinets and stove

Floorplans: A Crucial Component of Real Estate Listings

Floorplans provide potential buyers with a clear layout of the property, offering a better understanding of the space. While cell phone shots might give a glimpse into each room, a professional real estate photographer can incorporate detailed floorplans into the listing, providing a more complete and informative view of the property.

Floorplan of a residence
Floorplan of a residence

While cell phone shots offer convenience, they often fall short when compared to professional real estate photography. A professional San Diego real estate photographer can provide high-quality images, aerial photography, virtual tours, and detailed floorplans, enhancing your MLS listing and making your property stand out in the competitive San Diego real estate market. Invest in Professional Real Estate Photography.

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