Comparison
Live headshots vs. AI headshot apps.
AI apps turn phone selfies into a generated likeness. A studio is real but slow. A live session gets you a real photo, retouched on the spot, in seconds.
| Studio appointment | Virtual / AI headshot app | CompanyHeadshots Live | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Is it really you? | Yes | A generated likeness from selfies | Yes, a live photo of you |
| Time to the retouched photo | Days to weeks | Minutes to hours | Seconds, on the spot |
| Same look across a team | Depends on the day | Preset styles | One written standard |
| Works at a live event | Long lines | No, it's a phone app | Built for it |
| Coaching on expression | Yes | No | Yes, from a pro |
| Remote staff and new hires | Rebook | Easy | Follow-ups in 18 cities |
Choose an AI app when
You need one profile photo fast, the budget is very small, and it's fine if the result looks a little different from you.
Choose a studio when
You want a long creative session, many outfits or locations, and can wait for retouched files.
Choose a live session when
You need real photos of many people, matching, retouched and delivered right away: at an event or across your offices.
Questions
Common questions.
Are AI headshots good enough for LinkedIn?
For a personal profile, many people find them fine. For a company team page, press, or client-facing bios, a real photo is safer: it looks like the person who will walk into the meeting.
Why are AI headshots cheaper?
There is no photographer, travel or setup. You trade cost for likeness: the result is generated from selfies rather than photographed.
Can we mix AI and real headshots on one team page?
You can, but the difference usually shows. If consistency matters, photograph everyone to one standard.
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