APPENDIX 1 Microstock Library Links

Don’t read too much into the order. These are basic links so that you can find and visit a wide range of microstock sites for yourself. I make no promise that this list is exhaustive. Good hunting!

  1. iStockphoto. The original microstock, credit purchase (single sale), now owned by Getty. Prices are $1–$15, dependent on resolution; base commission 20%. www.istockphoto.com
  2. Shutterstock. The largest specialized subscription microstock. Pays $0.25 until $500 earned, and then $0.30 per download. www.shutterstock.com; photographer submissions via www.submit.shutterstock.com
  3. Dreamstime. Mixed subscription and credit purchase site. Minimum 50% commission paid. www.dreamstime.com
  4. Fotolia. Strong European customer base, ...

Get Microstock Photography now with the O’Reilly learning platform.

O’Reilly members experience books, live events, courses curated by job role, and more from O’Reilly and nearly 200 top publishers.