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passion studios

Wedding photographer · Elk Grove, CA · reviewed since 2021

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 59%100+58.7Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 100Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.100SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#12 of 201 photographersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 95%
5.0 ★★★★★ 66 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Aug 2026latest review

passion studios at a glance

Google reviewers rate Passion Studios five stars based on sixty-six reviews, noting that the owner has not replied to any feedback. Clients describe the team as punctual, communicative, and adaptable, highlighting quick response times and seamless coordination for photography and videography packages that often include engagement shoots. Recurring themes include the staff's ability to make subjects feel comfortable, resulting in natural images, with no common criticisms identified in the provided excerpts.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 66 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 66 Google reviews (66 with written comments, 25 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: August 14, 2026.
  • Service: Photographer serving Elk Grove, California.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 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: satisfaction and craft & service; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction100Reliability99Craft & service100Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 100 (median 99)Reliability: 99 (median 99)Craft & service: 100 (median 100)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
passion studiosPhotographers 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.passion studios: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
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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.passion studios: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
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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.passion studios: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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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.passion studios: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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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.passion studios: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 62.–
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Star ratings

66 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars66100%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 66 written reviews

  • Praise17199%
  • Complaints21%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price450%
  • Reasonable450%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude4828%
  • Would recommend2917%
  • Speed & response2816%
  • Honesty & trust2112%
  • Quality & results2012%
  • Communication1810%
  • Price & value95%

What customers talk about

We read 66 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “If you're looking for a team that is responsive, professional, accommodating, and willing to go the extra mile, we highly recommend Passion Studios!”
  • “We will cherish these photos and videos forever and highly recommend Raymond and his team to anyone looking for a photographer and videographer who ar…”
    “Can't recommend them enough!”
  • “Raymond was incredibly easy to reach throughout the entire process, with quick response times and great communication.”
  • “We genuinely had so much fun working with him and his entire team.”
  • “I appreciated the attention to detail and having met a couple weeks prior to go over a timeline of our day so that we were on the same page.”
  • “Raymond was very easy to talk to and coordinate with.”
  • “Worth every penny, Passion Studios diligently works with the clients in order to achieve the portraits of their dreams and the beauty illuminated from…”

People customers mention

  • Raymond 37 reviews
  • Bang 13 reviews
  • Vietnamese 5 reviews
  • Logan 4 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

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Recent reviews

ChristerLocal Guide · 40 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★

I photographed a wedding recently where Passion Studios handled videography, and they were great to work alongside! They were professional, unobtrusive, and worked really well with photo coverage throughout the day. Super smooth collaboration and great energy on the wedding day. Always a pleasure working with Passion Studios!

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JulioLocal Guide · 42 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★

I had the opportunity to attend a wedding that was photographed and filmed by Passion Studios, and their work was incredible. The team captured the emotion, energy, and special moments of the day in a way that felt natural and authentic. Looking through the photos afterward, it was clear how much care and talent…

Maxwell_Kort6 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★★★★★

I do not normally write a review for anything unless it’s because I genuinely found it worth taking time to do so. Passion Studios perfectly captured our perfect day. They respond quickly, they have an incredible team, and seamlessly worked with our photographers. If you go with them you will have Hollywood grade…

Great priceWedding and engagement
Bruce9 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

We eloped with just the two of us and Raymond made it look and feel like the most epic love story ever told. Our photos are absolutely cinematic and stunning beyond words - every emotion, every tender moment, perfectly captured. We are completely obsessed. Whether you're having a huge wedding, a small ceremony, or…

Anna1 reviewTotal 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

We want to extend our deepest thanks to Raymond, Bang, and the entire Passion team for giving us such an incredible experience—both during our engagement shoot and on our wedding day! We first met Raymond for our engagement session, and we had so much fun. He made us feel at ease, captured the sweetest candid…

Reasonable priceWedding and engagement
Tyler1 reviewTotal 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Anh Raymond and team Passion Studios were a true professional, capturing both the big moments and the small details of our wedding day perfectly. Their positive energy made us feel so relaxed and natural in front of the camera!!

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5.0 ★★★★★ 66 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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nickolas huynh1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews nickolas has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We had an amazing experience with Passion Studios! Raymond was incredibly easy to reach throughout the entire process, with quick response times and great communication. He was extremely cooperative, accommodating, and made everything feel stress-free leading up to our wedding day. Raymond and his team truly went above and beyond. They arrived earlier than our scheduled time so they could capture bride and groom getting-ready photos, which we really appreciated. Once the photoshoot started, the entire process felt so easy because the team guided us through different poses and knew exactly how to position us to get great shots. They were also very accommodating when it came to the specific photos we wanted with our bridal party and as a couple, making sure we got the shots that were important to us. One thing that really stood out was how dedicated the team was to making sure we got everything we wanted. They even stayed past our scheduled time to capture additional open dance floor shots and did so completely free of charge. That extra effort meant a lot to us and really showed how much they cared about giving us the best experience and capturing our special day. We are so grateful to Raymond and the entire Passion Studios team for making the photography process so smooth, fun, and stress-free. If you're looking for a team that is responsive, professional, accommodating, and willing to go the extra mile, we highly recommend Passion Studios!

sanaz talebzadeh5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews sanaz has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We truly could not have asked for a better photo and video team! Raymond was absolutely incredible. From the moment we met him at our engagement shoot, we immediately knew we had made the right decision hiring him and his team for our wedding. He is so knowledgeable and talented, and he has an amazing ability to give direction while still making everything feel natural and effortless. I had a vision for how I wanted our photos to look, and he completely brought that vision to life. Our photos turned out absolutely perfect and captured our day better than we could have imagined. What we appreciated most about Raymond was how fun and easy he made the entire experience. A wedding day can already be stressful and overwhelming, but taking photos with him never felt like another thing we had to do. He kept us laughing, made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, and knew exactly how to guide us and keep everything moving. We genuinely had so much fun working with him and his entire team. They captured such important moments for us, and we are so grateful to have these photos and videos to look back on for the rest of our lives. Hiring Raymond and his team was easily one of the best decisions we made for our wedding!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Wedding and engagement
Crystal JL9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Crystal has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

One of the best decisions we made for our wedding was choosing Passion Studios! I wanted to prioritize documenting photos and videos of our special day and there was nobody better than Raymond and his team to do exactly that. From our initial contact, I reached out about having our tea ceremony documented as well since it was on a different day than our wedding and they were nothing but accommodating! Raymond was very easy to talk to and coordinate with. I appreciated the attention to detail and having met a couple weeks prior to go over a timeline of our day so that we were on the same page. With everything that goes on during such a busy day, I love that Raymond and his team did their best with capturing all of the details, behind the scenes, and special moments that we weren’t able to witness ourselves. Not only that, but they were so easy to work with and we loved being around them. Most of the candid photos were really us having a good time because of them! Thank you to Raymond, Bang, and the rest of the team for being a part of our big day!!

Connie Levan1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Connie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We could not have asked for a better photographer and videographer team than Passion Studio. Raymond, the head photographer, was so easy to work with from the very beginning and really took the time to remember our names, including the names of our wedding party, which meant so much to us. Our photography and videography package included an engagement shoot, and when we first saw those photos, we immediately knew we made the right choice. The engagement photos came out so amazing that it made us even more excited to see how our wedding day would be captured. Raymond and his team truly went above and beyond on our wedding day. They were there from the very beginning, starting with our Chinese and Vietnamese tea ceremonies, and stayed all the way through the reception and dance floor. Every team member had such a clear vision for what to capture, and they absolutely delivered. One thing we really appreciated was that Raymond knew exactly when to step in and direct our wedding party and family members during photos. Weddings can get chaotic, especially with a large group, but he helped everyone remember what to do, kept things moving, and spoke up when needed. If someone was being a little too much or things started getting overwhelming, Raymond made sure we were still getting the photos and moments we wanted. That meant so much to us and made us feel really taken care of throughout the day. The Passion Studio team captured every part of the day so beautifully, and the photos and videos were everything we asked for and more. We were especially blown away by our wedding video. The way everything flowed together was perfect, and we loved how they included meaningful moments from our officiant, vows, speeches, and all the little details throughout the day. Watching it really felt like reliving our wedding all over again. I honestly expected the turnaround time to be longer, but Raymond shared our photos and videos with us within three weeks, and we were so happy with the results. It is very obvious that Raymond takes his work seriously and is truly passionate about what he does. We will cherish these photos and videos forever and highly recommend Raymond and his team to anyone looking for a photographer and videographer who are talented, professional, thoughtful, and genuinely care about their couples. They exceeded every expectation, and we are truly grateful we chose them to capture such an important day in our lives.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Wedding and engagement
Angie Tran3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Angie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Choosing Raymond and his team for our wedding photography and videography for both our tea ceremony and our reception was one of the best decisions we made! From the very beginning, they were professional, flexible, organized, and genuinely fun to work with. We had several timeline changes, but Raymond and his team adapted seamlessly and never missed a beat. They went above and beyond to make sure everything was captured while helping us stay relaxed and present. They executed beautifully in documenting the joy and celebratory atmosphere of our ceremony day. The imagery genuinely reflects the emotion and significance of the occasion. Looking through our photos brings us right back to those moments, and that is such a special gift. We also have large Vietnamese families and hosted a reception with over 300 guests, which meant a lot of family photos, moving parts, and coordination. Raymond and his team handled it all with ease. They were efficient, patient, and knew exactly how to keep things moving while making everyone feel comfortable. One thing we especially appreciated was how easy they made posing. Neither of us are natural in front of the camera, but Raymond has such a great eye and gave just the right amount of direction. He somehow knew exactly where to place us, how to position us, and how to use the environment to create beautiful photos. Everything felt natural, and the results were incredible. Beyond their talent, they were simply a joy to be around. Their energy made the day more fun, and it felt like having friends alongside us rather than just vendors. The team worked incredibly well together, and you could tell they genuinely cared about capturing every important moment. To top it all off, the turnaround time was amazingly fast, and the photos and videos are absolutely stunning. We have received countless compliments from family and friends. We are so grateful to Raymond and his team for preserving these memories so beautifully. If you're looking for a photography and videography team that is talented, professional, adaptable, and truly invested in their couples, choose Passion Studios!

Christer DabuLocal Guide · 40 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Christer has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I photographed a wedding recently where Passion Studios handled videography, and they were great to work alongside! They were professional, unobtrusive, and worked really well with photo coverage throughout the day. Super smooth collaboration and great energy on the wedding day. Always a pleasure working with Passion Studios!

Patrick and Jamie McKee5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Patrick has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Passion Studios was a great group to work with on our wedding as they made the day go by so easy as they captured all of our special moments. They were also easy to communicate with as they were fast with their responses to any questions we had. Passion Studios made taking all our photos fun and knew how to make us feel more comfortable as they guided us through different poses and settings to capture the beautiful moments throughout the night. We also got our sneak peeks super quick and the pictures looked so good; we can’t wait for the rest of the photos and videos. The vision and editing for everything was amazing and we can't wait to look back on these captures to continue to relive our special day. We loved how they kept up with easy and clear communication even after the wedding to let us know when to expect the rest of the photos after we received our sneak peeks. We highly recommend using Passion Studios to capture all the important moments for any special event.

Julio BaptistaLocal Guide · 42 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Julio has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had the opportunity to attend a wedding that was photographed and filmed by Passion Studios, and their work was incredible. The team captured the emotion, energy, and special moments of the day in a way that felt natural and authentic. Looking through the photos afterward, it was clear how much care and talent went into every shot. Their professionalism and artistic eye really shine through, and the final results were absolutely beautiful. Based on what I witnessed, I would highly recommend Passion Studios to anyone looking for wedding photography and videography. 🎥📸✨ Julio

Maxwell_Kort6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Maxwell_Kort has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I do not normally write a review for anything unless it’s because I genuinely found it worth taking time to do so. Passion Studios perfectly captured our perfect day. They respond quickly, they have an incredible team, and seamlessly worked with our photographers. If you go with them you will have Hollywood grade cameras, a cinematic masterpiece, and a professional crew communicating through headsets and nailing every shot. Truly cannot express how I’d choose them every time.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Wedding and engagement
Andrea TranLocal Guide · 8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Andrea has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I am finally coming down from the wedding high, and looking back at our photos and video, I am just so incredibly grateful we chose Passion Studios. From day one, the communication was always on point! They were so fast to respond to me- esp Raymond! I truly felt he was my bestie during the coordinating! From the moment the team arrived, they were on it. They didn't just show up to work; they showed up with this amazing energy that made me feel like they were just as invested in the day as we were. As a bride, there is so much going on, but they made me feel so comfortable and truly beautiful the entire time. They weren't just "vendors" they were like our own personal support system, making sure we were taken care of from start to finish. The video they put together is something else. It is so obvious that they didn’t just throw clips together; they really took the time to listen and watch for the parts that actually mattered. Every important moment, every look, and every laugh was right there. If you want a media team that is professional, talented, and genuinely kind people who make you feel like a million bucks, hire them. Thank you, Passion Studios, for capturing our day so perfectly!

  • Services: Events and parties, Wedding and engagement, Family and group, Headshots and portraits

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