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IMAGO vs Science Photo Library
Both stand on stock photo websites. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Choose IMAGO if your work needs a large library of editorial or royalty-free visual content and license choices for images and video. The credit packages provide a listed one-time purchase option, while enterprise buyers can access workflow integration and account support. Check the selected license terms carefully because usage rights vary by media and license.
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Science Photo Library combines specialized science and medicine media with search, board, research, and licensing tools. Buyers should check usage restrictions and choose between individual licensing and the listed annual packs.
Visit Science Photo LibraryThe facts
| IMAGO | Science Photo Library | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Mini: $99, paid once | Standard Marketing Image Pack: £725 a year |
| Plans published | 17 | 6 |
| Maker | IMAGO | Science Photo Library |
| Website | imago-images.com | sciencephoto.com |
| On stock photo websites | #49 of 80 | #56 of 80 |
IMAGO: what it does well
- Library contains over 800 million images and videos.
- Offers editorial and royalty-free image and video licenses.
- Enterprise customers can use API and other delivery options.
- Enterprise accounts include a personal account manager.
- Download history can be exported as a CSV file.
What to know first
- There is no free plan.
- Credit package credits expire after one year.
- Enterprise packages are custom-priced based on usage, volume, and users.
Science Photo Library: what it does well
- Science and medical image and video collection
- Search, boards, notes, and email sharing
- Rights Managed and Royalty Free licensing
- Free research from science experts
- High-resolution, unwatermarked premium downloads
What to know first
- No free plan
- Some media uses require prior clearance
- Footage-pack seconds expire within allocated periods
- Prices exclude VAT
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