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AJ Photography

Photographer · Dearborn, MI · reviewed since 2017

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%96+52.4Reliability 24%97+23.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%22+1.6Craft & service penalty88−1.2Experts Score= 90Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.90SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#317 of 364 photographersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 13%
4.9 ★★★★★ 229 Google reviews · 24 photos
96%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
44%reviews answered by the owner
May 2026latest review
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AJ Photography at a glance

Google reviewers rate AJ Photography 4.9 out of 5 based on 229 reviews, noting the owner replied to 44% of them. Customers frequently praise the photographer’s professionalism, patience, and ability to create a comfortable atmosphere for family, senior, and event shoots. While many highlight punctuality and creative results, some lower-rated reviews criticize slow communication and a lack of proactive follow-up regarding booking details and specific service needs.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 229 reviews (96% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 229 Google reviews (129 with written comments, 8 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 44% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: May 11, 2026.
  • Service: Photographer serving Dearborn, Michigan.

Data from Google, last updated November 5, 2026.

Score profile vs other photographers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction96Reliability97Craft & service88Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews22Satisfaction: 96 (median 99)Reliability: 97 (median 99)Craft & service: 88 (median 100)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 22 (median 63)
AJ PhotographyPhotographers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.AJ Photography: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
96
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.AJ Photography: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
97
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.AJ Photography: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
88
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.AJ Photography: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.AJ Photography: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.AJ Photography: 22/100 on this factor. Category median: 63.D
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Star ratings

229 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars22096%
  • 4 stars73%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars10%
  • 1 star10%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 129 written reviews

  • Praise14697%
  • Complaints53%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude6342%
  • Quality & results3423%
  • Speed & response2013%
  • Would recommend1913%
  • Price & value117%
  • Communication21%
  • Honesty & trust21%

What customers talk about

We read 129 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “AJ is professional, talented, patient, and incredibly creative.”
  • “We highly recommend AJ Photography to anyone looking for high-quality photos and exceptional service!”
  • “Very professional, prompt, and he interacted with our guests.”
  • “AJ is awesome 👏🏽 highly recommend him for your next project if you want to have quality photos”
  • “The experience was great my baby shower pictures were so beautiful, an Prices are Reasonable so i will definitely be booking with AJphotos again in the future.”
  • “He was easy to communicate with and easy to get along with.”
  • “I enjoyed the entire experience AJ put my mind at ease and I can honestly say it was worth the money that I paid.”

People customers mention

  • Detroit 4 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Edythe3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

We could not be happier with my son’s senior pictures and headshots! AJ went above and beyond every step of the way and made the entire experience fun, comfortable, and stress-free. The photos captured my son’s personality perfectly and turned out absolutely amazing. AJ is professional, talented, patient, and…

Great priceHeadshots and portraits
MICHAELLocal Guide · 33 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

I’ve been using this company for over 15 years, definitely a powerhouse in their industry.

GregoryLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

This was our family first picture in 38 years, so it was special for Me and this picture is only half of the family, AJ was patient and warm! We definitely appreciate you!

Walter7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Awesome job. The photo shoot for the Miles family was a blast. Very professional!!!!

Dee4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

SUPER PATIENT!! I’m from out of town and the expectation of a photographer ESPECIALLY last minute was awesome!!!!

R9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Today my book club was able to celebrate our 15th Anniversary with a phenomenal photo shoot and video. I absolutely enjoyed the atmosphere and the professionalism of AJ Photography. Definitely worth a revisit!

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4.9 ★★★★★ 229 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Edythe Brown3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Edythe has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We could not be happier with my son’s senior pictures and headshots! AJ went above and beyond every step of the way and made the entire experience fun, comfortable, and stress-free. The photos captured my son’s personality perfectly and turned out absolutely amazing. AJ is professional, talented, patient, and incredibly creative. You can truly tell how much care and passion goes into the work. We highly recommend AJ Photography to anyone looking for high-quality photos and exceptional service!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Headshots and portraits
MICHAEL JENKINSLocal Guide · 33 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews MICHAEL has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I’ve been using this company for over 15 years, definitely a powerhouse in their industry.

Gregory MossLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gregory has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

This was our family first picture in 38 years, so it was special for Me and this picture is only half of the family, AJ was patient and warm! We definitely appreciate you!

Walter Jenkins7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Walter has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Awesome job. The photo shoot for the Miles family was a blast. Very professional!!!!

Dee Dee4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

SUPER PATIENT!! I’m from out of town and the expectation of a photographer ESPECIALLY last minute was awesome!!!!

R Holmes9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews R has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Today my book club was able to celebrate our 15th Anniversary with a phenomenal photo shoot and video. I absolutely enjoyed the atmosphere and the professionalism of AJ Photography. Definitely worth a revisit!

Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you i really enjoyed you guys as well.

Iliana Tognola12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Iliana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

AJ is awesome 👏🏽 highly recommend him for your next project if you want to have quality photos

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thank you!

YO BIO cxrtifiedcj2x2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews YO has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

It’s always great to

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thank you for your feedback, YO BIO cxrtifiedcj2x! We're glad to hear you consistently have great experiences with us. Looking forward to serving you again in the future.

Alonzo Dooley4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alonzo has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

When he snap it worth a million words Not a thousand. Keep going AJ

  • Positive: Quality
Response from the owner · Edited 2 years ago

✊🏾💯

Nahjazlynn Harrell7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nahjazlynn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great work cuz!!!

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thank you for your positive feedback and support, Nahjazlynn! We're glad you're pleased with the results. We will continue to strive for the best!

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Business details

  • Address: 21700 Greenfield Rd Ste LL18, Oak Park, MI 48237
  • Phone: (313) 631-8819
  • Website: ajvip.com
  • Service area: Dearborn, MI