Could not have been happier with the final product. Stefan's photos show cohesion with superb lighting. His photos paint a story and that's exactly what I was looking for. He knows which angle to take the shot, and makes sure each photo compliments its space. The price is very competitive and his professionalism is much appreciated. I highly recommend.
Drone Aerial Photography & Video in Granite Bay
Drone photography and video that puts the property in context for Granite Bay and Placer County listings, brands, and projects.
Granite Bay, Placer County
Why Granite Bay listings need drone aerial photography & video done right.
Granite Bay aerial work makes the property's actual context legible. Los Lagos, Granite Bay Hills, Wexford each photograph distinctively from the air, and listings without aerial coverage are systematically under-marketed at this price band.
Granite Bay is an aerial-first city. The acreage parcels, fence lines, and barns photograph strongest from a couple hundred feet above ground level. The afternoon light off Folsom Lake's eastern shore reaches Granite Bay in the late afternoon and is some of the warmest in the metro. Folsom Lake and the adjacent character of Eureka Grove are part of what makes Granite Bay distinct from neighboring markets and what lets the right photographer differentiate a listing from the dozens of phone-shot competitors in the same MLS feed.
Standard aerial package ships five to twelve stills plus a thirty-to-sixty-second aerial video segment. Premium tier listings in Granite Bay routinely book the extended package with reveal moves and orbit shots.
Placer County
The Granite Bay coverage map.
Granite Bay is an aerial-first city. The acreage parcels, fence lines, and barns photograph strongest from a couple hundred feet above ground level. The afternoon light off Folsom Lake's eastern shore reaches Granite Bay in the late afternoon and is some of the warmest in the metro.
From Sacramento
30 min
County
Placer
Local landmarks
Folsom Lake · Granite Bay Beach · Los Lagos Golf Course · Beals Point
Neighborhoods we shoot
Where Granite Bay listings come from.
- Los LagosPremium gated golf community
- Granite Bay HillsAcreage and view lots
- WexfordEquestrian-friendly larger parcels
- Eureka GroveEstablished premium subdivision
- Granite LakesFamily-oriented master-planned area
- Treelake VillageMature established neighborhood
The work, in Granite Bay
How STEFDPHOTO shoots Granite Bay.
STEFDPHOTO's Granite Bay default is a daylight-plus-aerial package with optional twilight return. Almost every Granite Bay luxury listing includes aerial stills and a short aerial-led reel because that is what the buyer pool expects, and that aerial work is conducted. Equestrian properties get specific coverage of barn interiors, paddocks, and pasture; we shoot those wide enough to show land area and tight enough to show finish quality. Twilight is a meaningful conversion lever in Granite Bay because the long horizon line over the lake produces saturated skies that the flatter parts of the metro cannot match.
Granite Bay is an aerial-first city. The acreage parcels, fence lines, and barns photograph strongest from a couple hundred feet above ground level. The afternoon light off Folsom Lake's eastern shore reaches Granite Bay in the late afternoon and is some of the warmest in the metro.
Drone Aerial Photography & Video
The deliverable.
Standard delivery is a set of five to twelve aerial stills (depending on the package) plus a 30-to-60-second aerial video segment that can stand alone or cut into the cinematic walkthrough. Extended packages add property-line orthos and full-aerial property tours. Every still is processed through the same color pipeline as the ground photography for consistent look across the carousel. Video is delivered in 4K with editable color grade.
- 4K aerial capture
- 5-12 aerial stills standard
- 30-60 second aerial video segment
- Color-matched to ground photography
- Reveal moves, orbits, overhead context
- FAA-compliant aerial operations
Selected work
Recent Granite Bay and metro shoots.
Granite Bay questions
Frequently asked about drone aerial photography & video in Granite Bay.
What if the weather doesn't cooperate on the day of the shoot?
Aerial work is rescheduled when wind, rain, or cloud cover would compromise the quality. The ground photography proceeds on schedule, and the aerial visit is added at the next workable window, usually within two to four days.
Can aerial footage be edited into the video walkthrough?
Yes. The aerial segment is shot with the cinematic walkthrough in mind so the cuts blend seamlessly. Both work as standalone deliverables and as combined assets in the listing's video.
Are your drone flights operated by an FAA Part 107-certified pilot?
Yes. STEFDPHOTO coordinates all commercial aerial work in partnership with FAA Part 107-certified operators. The certified pilot handles airspace authorization, FAA compliance, and flight operations. STEFDPHOTO directs the creative.
How high do you fly?
Most aerial coverage flies between 100 and 400 feet AGL depending on the property and the shot, within FAA Part 107 limits. Higher altitudes require waivers, which the certified operator manages where applicable.
Do you cover Los Lagos listings in Granite Bay?
Yes, Los Lagos is part of STEFDPHOTO's regular Granite Bay coverage area. Premium gated golf community.
What is the typical turnaround for a Granite Bay drone aerial photography & video shoot?
36-hour standard turnaround for photography. Video cuts deliver in a few business days. Rush schedules available across all services.
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The work earns repeat business.
What a breath of fresh air Stefan is! A true professional. Always on time, seems to go anywhere I need him to, and always makes the homes he photographs for me look amazing. Started out using him for headshots, but now I will utilize his services for everything. You owe it to yourself to check him out. You will not be disappointed.
We've been using Stefan exclusively for a long time now. He's punctual, reasonably priced and the quality of his photographs are outstanding. We specialize in homes on acreage and homes with views and he's always able to capture the essence of these special properties. Our clients love his work and the results speak for themselves with hundreds of sold homes.
Working with Stefan is always a pleasure from start to finish. I cannot say enough good things. Communication from the beginning, to timeliness, not to mention fitting me in literally whenever I need him. He says 24 hour turnaround but often I have my photos back sooner, which means everything when putting up a listing. His photos are always edited so nicely and my clients have had so many good things to say about his photos and videos. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer.
Stefan is an amazing photographer. Not only does he make every project look high end but he is also very kind and professional. I had a home I remodeled featured in a prominent publication and I know the only reason is because of the amazing photos he took.
Stefan does an excellent job with his photography. I can always count on him to produce beautiful, bright, artistic shots. He is reliable, well priced, and fun to work with. I use him for real estate photos and videography, but his skills could extend to many areas of photography. I would highly recommend him.
Stefan does an amazing job. He is always on time, does great drone photography, takes any shots that I request, makes timely changes and always has the photos to me the next day. I've worked with Stefan for several years now and would highly recommend him.
I use Stefan for all my real estate listing photos. He is extremely responsive and flexible. I can always count on my photos to be high quality and on time. Highly recommend Stefan, can't go wrong.
I can't say enough good things about Stefdphoto. Stefan is so talented and knowledgeable. I use Stefan for my real estate photos. He is professional, and his photos, staging, and videos all come out looking fantastic. He is timely, friendly and easy to work with.
Photos, drone video, video walkthroughs, Stefdphoto does it all and at reasonable prices. Stefdphoto is also able to virtually stage rooms, remove items, and make the photos look 100% natural. Don't hesitate to give Stef a chance, your clients will thank you.
I have worked with Stefan D Photo for years. He's fun but always professional, on time, polite, and delivers amazing results with his photos and videos. I highly recommend using Stefan.
Stef is a hardworking, smart and talented photographer with a keen eye for details. He is accommodating to the best of his ability and building his business with long term plans. He's a star.
STEFDPHOTO is my go-to photographer. I've used Stefan for all of my professional photos. In a few words, Stefan is just awesome. Highly recommend STEFDPHOTO.
It has been a pleasure working with him. Fun and relaxed shoot, he knew what was needed and went above and beyond. I would give 6 stars but there is only 5.
I have had the pleasure of working with Stefan, an incredibly talented photographer, for all my real estate photography needs.
Exemplary service and photography. Very pleasant to work with, reliable and professional.
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