The Best Gear for Content Creators

Vloggers and Content Creators have really been popular on social media sites. As a Vlogger or Content Creator, you are always looking for good quality, next level audio quality and video content for your live streaming. Social media sites popular with Content Creators and Vloggers like TikTok and vlogging on youtube videos, are so competitive meaning that to be a great social media influencer you need to have high quality video content with editing software apps like a plug in for Adobe. This will give you the ability to perform different video editing changes prior to uploading your video. Beginners in this field especially will be looking for a good DSLR camera, such as cameras with exceptional functionality to progress in their Vlogging career. These digital cameras can be made from industry leaders such as Canon, Sony and other many other manufactures.

Not only digital cameras but even camera gimbal based drones like the ones made by industry leader DJI are extremely appealing to Vloggers and Content Creators, as the camera systems on these drones can capture breathtaking video content.

There is also gear like a lavalier microphone providing hands free operation, a ring light to get a great glow on your subjects face which is an important part of any lighting kit, among other items. For example you may want to look into a gorillapod as it is a very flexible tripod which is versatile enough for mounting different camera manufacturers products.

So how does a Vlogger find the right vlogging camera that can improve their workflow, provide tremendous image quality with exposures from their video camera? Let’s explore some options, gadgets and tutorials on getting the best gear for Content Creators.

Cameras

To begin with we need to determine what DSLR mirrorless cameras are going to be in the sweet spot for vloggers and content creators. Our recommendation for great cameras are as follows:

The Canon EOS R10 Mirrorless Camera with 18-45mm Lens Content Creator Kit is a tremendous DSLR camera geared towards Vloggers and Content Creators. This camera is packed with features and specs making a great choice. Below are some of the features we love from this great camera:

• There is a 24.2 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor delivering amazing image quality even in low light conditions. There is also the powerful DIGIC X advanced image processor which gives the user the ability to get 4K HDR video content, reducing background noise allowing the user to capture video exposures ready for livestreaming or a podcast uploaded to a social media site of choice.
• Extremely lightweight and easy to carry and shoot in your hands, with comfortability making those long Vlogging sessions easier and less strain on the users hands and arms.
• Even beginners can level up with this camera giving the user 4K video on-the-go with Movie Servo AF. This autofocus system gives the user the ability for precise subject detection and subject tracking for faster video recordings and a stronger focus during shooting.
• The includes lens on this camera with a focal range of18-45mm F4.5-6.3 is absolutely great as a prime lens giving the user the flexibility to zoom and other great features while being ergonomic enough not to fill up your camera bag.
• With the included Stereo Microphone DM-E100 microphone the user can capture top notch audio quality perfect for Vloggers and Content Creators.
• Superb OLED electronic viewfinder or EVF with approx. 2.36 million dots resolution, allowing for the flexibility to concentrate clearly on their subject during a Vlog session.
• Included WI-FI on the 2.4 Ghz band for great range to get your video uploaded to your social media site quickly.
• There is also a Canon Tripod Grip included in this Content Creator Kit, so you can mount your camera on a tripod ensuring no shake or blur and you can focus on the subject in your Vlog.

Another Camera that we absolutely love is the Sony ZV-1 Compact Digital Vlogging 4K Camera for Content Creators & Vloggers. This lightweight action camera made for Content Creators and Vloggers great to use as a webcam or for selfies as well. What are some of the other great specs and features of this camera?

• The 20.1MP back illuminated 1″ Exmor RS® CMOS sensor with the DRAM chip provides fast readout speed and when coupled with the BIONZ X® image processing engine, you get gorgeous 4K resolution on your video content. Low light is not a worry with this camera thanks to this sensor and processor, and the incredible AI based Real-time Auto Focus Tracking keeps a sharp focus on your subject at all times.
• The included 24-70mm1 F1.8-2.8 ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T lens has advanced optical technology, allowing for options like shooting great selfies, and reducing ghosting and flare.
• Real time AI based Auto Focus system allows for advanced subject recognition and tracking.
• If you want an amazing Bokeh effect in your images or video content, on the Sony ZV-1 it’s as simple as assigning a function button for quick and easy turn on of this feature.
• The ZV-1 includes tremendous image stabilization, allowing for steady video recordings, even for content creators, shooting hand-held while on the move. This reduces and eliminates shake and blur often associated with handheld shooting.
• Uses the HLG version of High Range Dynamic or HDR shooting. This is the same standard of HDR used by many TV channels on a cable connection.
• Both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are standard on this camera making it ready to upload your Vlog with ease.

Additional Gear

Besides for the wonderful cameras we referenced above catered to Vloggers and Content Creators, there is an abundance of different gear that will also help your vlogging career. Let’s take a look at some of these items.

To begin with you always want the best audio quality in your Vlog, so you need the Deco Gear Universal Pop Filter Microphone Wind Screen with Goose Neck Mic Stand Clip. This microphone filter improves your audio quality in several ways:

• A High Quality Acoustic Filter with a pop screen perfect for recording videos with your microphone. Ensuring clear and precise audio to shine through.
• An adjustable clamp attaches to any mic stand. You can even have a USB microphone attached to your smartphone such as an Android or an Apple iOs based iPhone and this filter would still attach to a microphone stand in this scenario.
• The gooseneck design allows for perfect positioning of the mic stand.

Another great item for Vloggers and Content Creators to have in their arsenal is the Blue Yeti Nano Premium USB Microphone.

• Being a top level USB microphone, this microphone is great for podcasts, livestreaming vlogs, and even skype or face time calls if you have a Mac.
• No-latency headphone output means that you won’t have sync issues with video and audio content.
• it’s a plug and play microphone compatible with windows and Mac devices.
• The controls for headphone volume, mic mute and pickup pattern make this a great USB microphone with extreme ease of use.

One final item we believe would make a great addition to any Vlogger or Content Creators gear is the Vanguard VEO 235AB Aluminum Travel Tripod w/ TBH-50 Ball Head. Want to eliminate shake and blur that you may encounter in handheld shooting than this tripod is for you.

• Vloggers on the go who need to travel to capture their creative content will appreciate the lightweight and easy to use design of this tripod.
• You can even use this tripod on tougher terrain as the feet of this tripod can be easily converted from rubber to spikes.
• The soft rubber handle is great for any elements you may face in outdoor shooting of your vlog.
• Includes a Vanguard TBH-50 Ball Head with a large and ergonomic main locking knob and an Arca-Swiss quick release plate, so your camera will be secure and can easily be mounted and removed.
• The tripod can extend it’s height to 57.13 inches, so you can find the perfect height for any shot you are looking to take.

  

Conclusion

The bottom line is that Vloggers and Content Creators have become more and more popular on social media. So whether you are a beginner in this field or a seasoned professional, having the right camera and gear is paramount to getting high quality content. With the wonderful DSLR cameras we recommended and the separately purchasable gear, you can take your vlogging career to the next level. So get out there and feel comfortable in getting superb content ready for social media.