The lights dim between courses, the screen comes on, and your guests watch the gatecrash they missed, the tea ceremony only family saw, and the two of you laughing at the solemnisation — all filmed that same morning. That is a same-day edit, and at Singapore weddings it has become one of the most talked-about moments of the banquet. This guide explains how a same-day edit wedding video is made, which packages include it, what it costs in Singapore in 2026, and how to plan your day so it lands well.
iSnap Photography has filmed 800+ Singapore weddings, and the same-day highlight video is one of its most requested services.
Quick answer
- What it is — a short cinematic highlight video filmed and edited on your wedding day and screened at your banquet dinner.
- Half-Day Videography — 6 hours, same-day highlight video included: $1,500.
- Full Day Videography — 12 hours, same-day highlight video included: $2,200.
- Not included in Banquet Videography ($1,100, 5 hours evening) or ROM Videography ($388, 2 hours).
- After the wedding — your full wedding film is delivered by cloud download within 2 weeks.
What is a same-day edit (SDE)?
A same-day edit, or SDE, is a highlight video built from footage shot earlier the same day. The videographer films the morning, the footage goes to an editor on site, and a finished film with music and colour grading is ready by the evening. It is screened at the banquet, usually as a programme segment between courses or before a march-in.
An SDE is different from your final wedding film. The SDE is made in hours for one screening; the final film is edited over the following days with the full day’s footage, including the banquet itself.
How an SDE gets made on the day
A typical Singapore actual day with an SDE runs like this:
| Part of the day | What happens | SDE role |
|---|---|---|
| Morning prep | Bride and groom getting ready, details, parents | Opening shots |
| Gatecrash | Games, groomsmen, the door opening | The fun, high-energy section |
| Tea ceremony | Both families, kneeling, red packets | The emotional core |
| Solemnisation / church | Vows, ring exchange, the kiss | The climax |
| Couple shoot | Portraits at the venue or a nearby location | Closing sequence |
| Afternoon edit | Footage is cut, set to music, colour graded | The SDE is built |
| Banquet | SDE screened to your guests | The reveal |
The SDE covers what happened before the screening, so the banquet itself appears only in your final film, not in the SDE.
Which package should you choose?
| Package | Coverage | Same-day edit | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day Videography | 12 hours | Included | $2,200 | Morning to banquet — every part of the day filmed, SDE screened at dinner |
| Half-Day Videography | 6 hours | Included | $1,500 | Morning coverage, with the SDE showcased at the banquet |
| Banquet Videography | 5 hours evening | Not included | $1,100 | Evening banquet only, with a banquet highlights video |
| ROM Videography | 2 hours | Not included | $388 | ROM or solemnisation, with a highlight video |
The deciding question is whether you want the banquet filmed. Full Day covers your morning and the dinner; Half-Day covers the morning and delivers the SDE for the banquet screening. Both include delivery of your video by cloud download within 2 weeks. For a full breakdown of every tier, see wedding videography cost in Singapore.
Is a same-day edit worth it?
The case for it:
- Most banquet guests never see the gatecrash, tea ceremony or solemnisation. The SDE lets them share the morning.
- It gives the banquet programme a genuine highlight that guests remember and talk about.
- You see your wedding film on the day instead of waiting.
The trade-offs:
- Your morning needs a firm schedule. If the solemnisation runs an hour late, the edit window shrinks.
- The venue needs a screen, projector and sound for the playback.
- An SDE is made fast. Your final film, with more time in the edit, will always be the more polished version.
If your wedding is a ROM with a small dinner, an SDE is usually more than you need. If you are hosting a banquet with guests who missed the morning, it is the part of the night people remember.
Planning tips for a smooth SDE
- Lock the morning timeline early and share it at the pre-wedding brief. Leave buffer after the solemnisation — that is where most days run late.
- Confirm the AV with your banquet manager. Ask how the video will be played (laptop, USB or HDMI), whether sound runs through the house system, and who presses play.
- Book a screening slot in the programme with your emcee, between courses or before a march-in, when guests are seated and watching.
- Share your music mood. iSnap pairs royalty-free music to the mood and cultural style of your wedding — tell us whether you want upbeat, cinematic or sentimental.
- Brief your family on the tea ceremony order. A smooth sequence gives the editor clean moments to work with.
For timing the rest of your day, see the actual-day wedding timeline guide and our gatecrash photography guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is a same-day edit wedding video?
A same-day edit is a cinematic highlight video filmed and edited on your wedding day and screened at your banquet dinner. It captures your morning prep, gatecrash, tea ceremony, solemnisation and couple moments, so guests can relive the day before it ends.
How much does a same-day edit cost in Singapore?
At iSnap, the same-day highlight video is included in Half-Day Videography at $1,500 for 6 hours and Full Day Videography at $2,200 for 12 hours. It is not included in Banquet Videography ($1,100) or ROM Videography ($388).
Is the banquet included in the same-day edit?
No. The SDE is screened at the banquet, so it covers what happened before it: prep, gatecrash, tea ceremony, solemnisation and couple shots. With Full Day Videography the banquet is filmed for your final wedding film.
Do we still get a full wedding video?
Yes. Your completed wedding film is delivered by private cloud link within 2 weeks, along with full recordings of the footage filmed, including the banquet with Full Day Videography.
What does the venue need for the SDE screening?
A screen or projector with sound and a slot in the programme. Confirm the playback method and who will start the video with your banquet manager and emcee before the day.
Want your guests to relive your morning at dinner? See wedding videography packages or WhatsApp +65 9070 9012 with your wedding date.