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Moments vs. Google Photos
A Google Photos shared album lets anyone with the link view and add photos. The photos use Google account storage.
| Feature | Moments | Google Photos |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | A camera made for weddings. Photos guests take on the spot go straight into the couple's album (photos can also be uploaded later) | Guests add photos to a shared album afterward |
| Price | One-time payment based on the number of people. Up to 10 guests Free, Up to 25 guests ¥2,500, Up to 50 guests ¥5,000, Up to 100 guests ¥10,000, Up to 175 guests ¥20,000, Up to 250 guests ¥30,000. Free for guests | The shared album itself is free, but photos count toward Google account storage |
| Storage period | No time limit (photos can be viewed and saved as long as the album isn't deleted) | Not officially stated. If someone leaves the album, the photos they added are deleted too |
| How guests join | Just scan the QR code. On iPhone it opens in an App Clip; on Android and other devices, in the browser. No app to install, no account needed | Anyone with the link can view and add photos (when collaboration is turned on) |
| Devices | Albums are created in the iPhone app. Guests join on iPhone, Android or in a browser. On a computer, you can view and upload | Android, iPhone, computer |
| Image quality | Kept at full quality. A filter adds a film-like look | “Original quality” or “Storage saver” (photos over 16 MP are reduced to 16 MP) |
| Video | Videos can't be recorded or shared (photos only). An Aftermovie can be made from the album's photos (iPhone app) | Supported |
| Save all at once | The iPhone app saves everything to Photos at once; in a browser, download everything as a ZIP | No steps for downloading a whole album at once found in the official help |
| When photos are revealed | Choose right after each shot, when the album ends, 12 hours after it ends, or 24 hours after it ends | Not officially stated (photos are visible as soon as they're added) |
| Shots per person | Choose 5, 15, 25 or unlimited | Up to 20,000 photos per album |
| Filters | "Disposable film" or "No filter" | None |
| Company | blend in K.K. (Tokyo) |
Information on Google Photos was checked on October 30, 2026 on the official pages below. Details can change, so check each official page for the latest. Prices are as charged in Japan, tax included.
Who Google Photos is a good fit for
- Most of your guests already use a Google account
- You want to collect videos too
Who Moments is a good fit for
- You want to collect photos without relying on guests' accounts or storage
- You want photos to stay even if someone leaves the album
- You want photos to arrive the moment they're taken
Sources (checked October 30, 2026)
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before the wedding
You can make an album for up to 10 guests for free.