iHow 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
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#4 of 78 videographersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 96%
5.0★★★★★202 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Vinny Almeida Photography North Charleston at a glance
Google reviewers rate this Hanahan photography studio five stars based on 202 reviews, noting the owner responds to all feedback. Clients frequently praise the team’s patience with children and newborns, along with prompt communication and fast photo turnaround. Services include family, maternity, graduation, and holiday portraits, with many customers returning for multiple sessions over several years. The studio is described as professional and welcoming, offering posing assistance to help nervous subjects feel comfortable during shoots.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 202 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 202 Google reviews (181 with written comments, 43 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 31, 2026.
Service: Videographer serving Hanahan, South Carolina.
Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.
Score profile vs other videographers
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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.
This companyVideographers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.Vinny Almeida Photography North Charleston: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
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ReliabilityiReliability · 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.Vinny Almeida Photography North Charleston: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
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Craft & serviceiCraft & 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.Vinny Almeida Photography North Charleston: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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ValueiValue · 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.Vinny Almeida Photography North Charleston: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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MomentumiMomentum · 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.Vinny Almeida Photography North Charleston: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies 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: 46.–
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Star ratings
202 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars202100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 181 written reviews
100%praise
Praise255100%
Complaints00%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price1959%
Reasonable1238%
Overpriced00%
Not sure13%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude10441%
Quality & results6024%
Would recommend5722%
Speed & response197%
Honesty & trust62%
Communication52%
Price & value42%
What customers talk about
We read 181 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Vinny is truly welcoming, sweet, and makes every experience so special.”
“They do a fantastic job capturing beautiful moments with families, children, and pets.”
“…who truly cares about their clients and capturing special memories, I highly recommend Vinny Almeida Photography.…”
“Communication is prompt and professional, and the entire process is smooth from start to finish.”
“We have trusted Vinny Almeida with our family photos since 2020, starting with our newborn pictures, and we couldn’t be happier with her work!”
“From start to finish, everything is seamless; the booking process, pricing, communication, and the incredibly fast turnaround time for photos.”
“…made my day the happiest of my life 😍 100% recommended, the price is worth it…”
People customers mention
Liane16 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Vinny Almeida Photography North Charleston for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
We have trusted Vinny Almeida with our family photos since 2020, starting with our newborn pictures, and we couldn’t be happier with her work! Vinny is truly welcoming, sweet, and makes every experience so special. We always go back to her whenever we want to capture important moments in our family’s life. I have…
Newborn photographyFamily and groupBaby photography
TTalita13 hours ago★★★★★
Amei o ensaio. Muito atenciosa com as crianças para que saia tudo perfeito. Voltarei mais vezes. Amei amei . Parabéns tudo lindo na seção de Natal
Great priceFamily and groupIndividual photography
AAlexLocal Guide · 13 reviewsiTotal 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 days ago★★★★★
My family and I went here to take our Christmas card photos. The whole experience from when we entered the door to when we left was amazing!
We worked with Liane and she made my toddler feel so comfortable in front of the camera and actually got her looking and taking directions. If you have a toddler, you know how…
Great priceFamily and groupBaby photographyPortrait photography
TThomas6 reviewsiTotal 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 days ago★★★★★
Fantastic experience. Studio is well equipped and session was amazing. We got so many great photos for our Christmas card and our memories. Also our daughter is 2 and very child friendly
AAleLocal Guide · 43 reviewsiTotal 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 days ago★★★★★
Vinny Almeida Photography is absolutely amazing! They do a fantastic job capturing beautiful moments with families, children, and pets. The photographer is incredibly patient with little ones and pets, making the entire photography experience enjoyable and stress-free.
The customer service is outstanding!…
Family and group
WWilkania4 reviewsiTotal 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 week ago★★★★★
Me encanta su forma es muy amable y cariñosa y sobre todo tiene una calidad de foto excelente 💕💕💕💕
We have trusted Vinny Almeida with our family photos since 2020, starting with our newborn pictures, and we couldn’t be happier with her work! Vinny is truly welcoming, sweet, and makes every experience so special. We always go back to her whenever we want to capture important moments in our family’s life. I have also recommended her to family and friends for their newborn and maternity photos because I genuinely love her work and the way she makes everyone feel comfortable. We are so grateful to have someone we can trust to capture these precious memories. Highly recommend! ❤️
Services: Newborn photography, Family and group, Baby photography, Maternity and newborn
Response from the owner · an hour ago
Thank you so much, Noemi, for your beautiful words and for trusting us with your family’s precious memories since 2020! ❤️ It has been such a joy and privilege to watch your family grow and capture so many special milestones along the way. Your continued trust, love, and recommendations mean more to us than you know. We are truly grateful to have you as part of our photography family and look forward to creating many more beautiful memories together!
My family and I went here to take our Christmas card photos. The whole experience from when we entered the door to when we left was amazing!
We worked with Liane and she made my toddler feel so comfortable in front of the camera and actually got her looking and taking directions. If you have a toddler, you know how hard this is! The back drops were so well but together and you felt like it was Christmas when you stepped on the set. I really liked how she had a huge screen to show you how the photos were looking as you were taking them as well as her directions to help us get the best photos.
We loved what we saw before we left and excited to get the photos! Thanks so much for a great experience.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Family and group, Baby photography, Portrait photography
Response from the owner · 5 days ago
Thank you so much, Alex, for your wonderful review! It truly means so much to us to know that you and your family had such a great experience at our studio!
Making little ones feel comfortable and capturing their genuine smiles is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do. We’re so happy you loved our Christmas sets and enjoyed being part of the entire photography experience.
It was an absolute pleasure creating these special memories with your family, and we can’t wait for you to see your final photos!
Thank you again for trusting Vinny Almeida Photography. We hope to welcome your family back for many more beautiful memories! ❤️
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Thomas Beaver6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Thomas has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Fantastic experience. Studio is well equipped and session was amazing. We got so many great photos for our Christmas card and our memories. Also our daughter is 2 and very child friendly
Response from the owner · 6 days ago
Thank you so much ☺️🤍
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Ale RoLocal Guide · 43 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ale has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Vinny Almeida Photography is absolutely amazing! They do a fantastic job capturing beautiful moments with families, children, and pets. The photographer is incredibly patient with little ones and pets, making the entire photography experience enjoyable and stress-free.
The customer service is outstanding! Communication is prompt and professional, and the entire process is smooth from start to finish. The turnaround time for receiving photos is also impressively fast, which is a huge plus!
If you’re looking for a talented, professional, patient, and reliable photographer who truly cares about their clients and capturing special memories, I highly recommend Vinny Almeida Photography. You won’t be disappointed\! 📸❤️
Services: Family and group
Response from the owner · 5 days ago
Thank you so much, Ale, for your amazing review and for taking the time to share such thoughtful words!
We truly appreciate your recognition of the care, patience, and dedication we put into every session. Our goal is always to create a welcoming, stress-free experience where families, little ones, and even furry family members can feel comfortable while we capture their most precious memories.
It means so much to know that our customer service, communication, and attention to detail made a difference in your experience.
Thank you for trusting Vinny Almeida Photography and for your wonderful recommendation! We look forward to creating many more beautiful memories with you! ❤️
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Wilkania Montes4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Wilkania has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Liane has been capturing our family moments since Daniel was just a baby, and every session with her is an amazing experience! She has a sensitive eye, a unique talent for capturing emotions, and admirable patience—especially with kids. The photos always turn out beautiful, full of love and spontaneity. It’s so much more than just a job — she truly cares about telling our story. I’m so grateful to have her preserving our memories with such dedication and care!”
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much 🥹 you and your family are so special for us. Thank for choosing us 💕
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Jhosselyn Perdomo8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jhosselyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Exelente servicio, trabajo ejemplar, bonito ambiente laboral, sin dudarlo volvería a contratar tu servicio, quedé enamorada de las fotos , muchas gracias
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Party photography
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you so much, Yesika! It was truly a pleasure working with you. I’m so happy to hear that you loved your photos and had a great experience with us. Thank you for trusting Vinny Almeida Photography to capture these special memories. We hope to see you again soon! 🤍
