Rent a photo studio in San Francisco, CA

Discover thousands of unique photo studios for rent perfect for your next film or photo shoot.

Enter your activity
San Francisco, CA, United States

How photoshoot studios work on Peerspace

Peerspace is the easiest way to book unique photo studios for all kinds of productions including photo shoots, film shoots and music videos. We also have spaces for meetings and events.

Discover Spaces

The most locations

Every day we uncover new, inspirational spaces, including photoshoot studios, perfect for your activity.

Professional hosts

Our network of helpful hosts respond quickly, and are well-versed in accommodating all types of productions, including film and photo shoots.

Hire by the hour

Only pay for what you need. Pay by the hour for your photoshoot studio location without worrying about hidden fees or overtime.

Popular photo studios

Explore all 260+ photo studios in San Francisco. See All ›
from$150/hr
Modern Photo Studio

Mission District, San Francisco, CA

5.0(475)
Venue capacity icon10
...bright, creative, and inspired environment for your next photo shoot, video shoot, production meeting or workshop. Located in the North East part of San Francisco's Mission District the studio is a stand-alone, single unit building with a one-car garage and easy street...
...
from$75/hr
Spacious Studio in SOMA w/ Skylight!

SoMa, San Francisco, CA

5.0(69)
Venue capacity icon15
Thank you for checking out our photo/video production space. This +700 sqft space multiple color backdrops, a white corner wall, work station, and 4k 70" TV. Available Amenities: • remote control 9ft backdrops (Colors: purple, orange, black, grey, green, red, blue, light grey) • White...
...
from$39/hr
Creative Photography Studio in Historic Artist Community

SoMa, San Francisco, CA

4.9(120)
Venue capacity icon5
...producers who have been using this incredible space to shoot commercial and personal photographic work going into our 3rd year. We have hosted local bands, poets, artists, corporate team off-sites, networking events, movie nights, photography critiques and even individual birthday parties. We have produced...
...
from$99/hr
SEVEN Sets in Large Natural Light Production Studio and FREE GRIP

Tenderloin, San Francisco, CA

5.0(70)
Venue capacity icon30
...our space has you covered. Whether you're shooting for 3 hours or 3 days, the studio provides you with everything your production could potentially need. Hi and welcome to STMNT Studios! We're a new photography and videography studio in San Francisco offering...
...
from$85/hr
Peaceful Victorian Flat in Hayes Valley

Western Addition, San Francisco, CA

5.0(46)
Venue capacity icon30
...beautiful Victorian building in Hayes Valley. Our space is flexible, unique, and perfect for film, photo shoots, meetings, conferences and workshops. It has three rooms. The sunny Sky room (33' x 13') has high ceilings, tall windows, and hardwood floors. It can accommodate up to...
...
from$98/hr
Vibrant and Whimsical Space with Stunning Views on Union Square

Lower Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA

4.8(420)
Venue capacity icon20
We are excited to announce that we have reopened for bookings. We have closely followed the City and County of San Francisco reopening policies. We diligently observe Covid-19 guidelines from the CDC and are enacting strict cleanliness and social distancing standards allowing no more than...
...
from$99/hr
Beautiful Studio with FREE Gear

Mission District, San Francisco, CA

4.9(482)
Venue capacity icon25
Check out our reviews... :) Tons of FREE gear (see list* below) 30 foot wall of natural light (with blackout curtains) 1,400 Square Feet 12' High Ceilings Complete Kitchen Private Bathroom Storage/Changing room Loading Dock | Freight Elevator 2 large Tables 2 more optional large...
...
from$104/hr
Everything You Could Need in Amazing Location *Limited Time All Included Professional Studio Lighting, Seamless & AC*

Mission District, San Francisco, CA

4.9(113)
Venue capacity icon21
...and 12' paper BGs; almost any color available with 24hr notice, many colors in stock. Profoto D2, B1X and Pro-8a still photography lighting with beauty dish, soft boxes, umbrellas, reflectors, etc. Quiet ground floor studio. 800sq/ft open space w/ 118" ceilings. Easy load in...
...
from$169/hr
Mission Loft Studio + Event Venue

Mission District, San Francisco, CA

5.0(572)
Venue capacity icon10
Need an inspiring space for the day! We've got you covered! Mission Loft is a gorgeous light filled video and photo production space. The standard rental period is 2 hours or more anytime between 8AM and 8PM. The studio has an open floor plan (dining...
...

Frequently Asked Questions




Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016-2024.

Capture picture-perfect shots at San Francisco photo studios

Home to a broad variety of photo studios — from traditional spaces with cycloramas to themed venues decked out in thoughtful decor — the City by the Bay is a photographer's paradise. For example, retro-themed SF photo studios are a unique and exciting way to capture the past, present, and future in one frame. Choose from classic studios with vintage brick walls and time-honored tools of the trade, or go for something a bit more modern with colorful backdrops and out-of-the-box props. Not to mention, some studios opt for an edgier look with exposed brick walls or distressed paint for an industrial feel, which can add depth and texture to your photos. Regardless of your budget or project, you can book a fantastic San Francisco content photo studio to accommodate your needs. Take your pick from small studio spaces for a product shoot to large-scale production areas with special effects equipment and bright lights.

Uncover a stunning natural light photo studio in San Francisco

One of the most popular kinds of photo studios in San Francisco are natural light studios. Though these spaces range in size, from cozy to massive, they all share a common quality: Each venue offers tons of natural light thanks to large windows and skylights, creating beautiful environments and soft shadows — perfect for commercial, fashion, and product photography. These studios can also be great for portrait and lifestyle shoots since the natural lighting lends an intimate and authentic quality to the photos. Not to mention, if you’re wanting to add vibrant pops of color to your shots, you can find a natural light photo studio in San Francisco featuring painted walls or adjustable backdrops in bold hues like reds, blues, greens, and purples. Whether you're shooting family portraits or editorial fashion spreads, natural light studios can provide a versatile and inspiring setting to realize your creative concepts.

Book a professional photo studio rental in San Francisco

Equipped with impeccable lighting equipment, as well as customizable backgrounds and sets, professional photo studios in San Francisco offer an excellent range of amenities for a seamless shoot. Whether you're an experienced photographer or just starting out, there's something for everyone at these studio spaces. Between humble venues designed for intimate portraits to vast industrial lofts ideal for capturing edgy fashion shoots, a photo studio in San Francisco can come in all shapes and sizes. And the best part is you don't have to limit yourself to just one aesthetic or style — many photo studios provide several sets with different looks so you can mix up your shoot for maximum effect.

Reviews for photo studios

Joseph A.
Tons of natural light, skylights, soaring ceilings!
The host was very responsive and the space looked just as advertised. It was perfect for our photo shoot. Will definitely book again...
William D.
Pop Up Gallery and Event Space in SOMA
recommend. Laura is a pleasure to work with and helped my friend and I host an amazing event. Wether if it's for a photo shoot, fashion show, art exhibition, etc... Little Raven Gallery is the place to be...
Jorge M.
Instagrammable SOMA Industrial Loft Space w/ 16 Foot Ceilings
ve been a loyal customer for about 5 years now. My two friend’s had a mini fashion/portrait shoot here and I wish there was a way to attach photos to reviews as well so everyone can see the magic we were able to produce. Thank you again for everything...
Matthew S.
Creative SOMA Loft - Full Building
other similar spaces, and Amy, the host is extremely fast to respond, and really easy to work with. We used this space for a photo shoot, but it easily would be a great fit for meetings, or a work retreat. The upstairs and downstairs are all perfect places to work...
Sibel K.
Creative SOMA Loft - Co-working Space
Great space with everything we needed for a "lifestyle" photoshoot in an office environment. Amy was very responsive too
Ashcon P.
Creative SOMA Loft - Off-site Space
Did a photoshoot in this space, it was well-kept and clean. Host was also very responsive over text and phone
Andy M.
Creative SOMA Loft - Full Building
This location is amazing for a video or photo shoot! It’s huge, it has beautiful natural light through the entire two story space, and looks exactly like the pictures and 3D tour. We did a 20 person video shoot and we nailed every single shot, even with a massively...
Anthony R.
Bright SoMa Photo Studio & Meeting Space w/Kitchenette
Rebecca's space was perfect for my small photoshoot and Rebecca was super helpful with helping us getting into the building. Will definitely rebook again for future shoots...