How to Capture Photos and Videos When You Elope.

Eloping has become one of the most romantic ways to get married. It strips away the big production and leaves you with something simple, personal and true to who you are. But even when you elope, you still want to capture the memories — the vows, the laughter, the scenery and the little details that make the day yours.

The challenge for many couples is figuring out how to get photos and videos without hiring a full wedding team. When you’re standing on a mountaintop, at the edge of a beach or tucked into a quiet forest clearing, the last thing you want is a crew of people around you. That’s where film cameras and camcorders come in.

By hiring a camera kit, you can take control of your own story. A camcorder captures the atmosphere — the sound of your vows, the wind in the trees, the way you look at each other. A film camera gives you timeless photographs you can hold onto forever, each one imperfect in the most beautiful way. Together, they tell your story exactly as it happened, without filters or staged poses.

The process is simple. A rental kit arrives at your door with everything you need — cameras, batteries, film, memory cards and shipping included. You bring it with you on the day, set it up yourself or hand it to a close friend to press record. Afterwards, the kit goes back in the post and your memories are returned as edited highlights, developed film scans and keepsakes you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

Elopements are about intimacy and intention. Capturing them doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right cameras, you can preserve the raw beauty of the day while keeping it just the two of you.