Three cameras recommended to Vlog. Also introduced the microphone, universal joint, tripod and other accessories!

You don't have to get a full -fledged thing.

Isn't there a person who thinks, "It's definitely interesting if that person starts YouTube!"Maybe you are said so!

This time, I will introduce the camera and accessories that are perfect for shooting VLOG videos (Video + Blog) based on the results of Wirecutter carefully selected.

If you have top -notch equipment, you can definitely make popular videos, and there are also gimbals and mini tripods that can be used in combination with smartphones.Furthermore, if you choose a full -fledged camera for YouTuber, it is also worth the products you can recommend now!

How to start a VLOG video?

VLOG videos that share everyday life are fun just by watching them.So what should I start with if I make such a video myself?First of all, you need to prepare ideas and videos.

If you want to succeed to some extent as a business, it is essential to ensure quality.Nevertheless, you don't have to buy expensive gears from the beginning, so let's start by getting used to the camera, assuming that you can see it other than your family and friends.Above all, the decision to do seriously, not halfway, is the key.It's a waste to buy a high -performance camera that costs hundreds of thousands of yen and realize that you're not suitable for YouTube.If you are worried about the quality of the past video, you have the option to delete it after the number of viewers increases, so let's start from where you can now.

At the time of writing, I asked the "Sailing UMA" of the popular YouTube channel "Sailing UMA", which boasts 334,000 subscribers and about 60 million views, and found that the most important thing is "Everything I can do at that time.Try doing so. As you gain experience, you will know what is good and which gears are right for you. ""Gear is important to some extent, but as the high school teacher often said," I think "excellent carpenters do not blame the tools." We have established a style over the years.Regarding gear, we have evolved slowly and smoothly while working on creative activities. "

Interview with Karl Smallwood of "FACT FIEND", which boasts 740,000 subscribers and about 230 million views, "I don't care about visuals, so when buying equipment, I don't care.I feel that I was particular about it. There are many people who listen to videos more than I think. I think that if it is my own experience, the image quality is more allowed than the sound quality."He told me.

In other words, what you need to make a good VLOG is not only gear but also effort and time.

Recommended cameras that can be used for VLOG

A versatile camera recommended for VLOG "Sony ZV-1"

If you want to upgrade a VLOG video from a beginner.Lightweight and compact.You can shoot a stable 4K video.

If you are used to shooting VLOGs and want to improve the quality of the video, the Sony ZV-1 is recommended.A camera designed for VLOG can shoot 4K videos for 30fps, up to 120fps for 1080P videos, and 960fps Ultra Ro motion.There is a directional microphone at the top of the camera, which can also record stereo audio.The screen can be rotated inside, so self -portraits are easy.You can take stable images by optical image stabilization function.

There are two tips for "Sony ZV-1" to take more beautiful images than smartphones.One is larger than any smartphone image sensor.0 Inch "Exmor RS CMOS" sensor makes light well, so that you can take images with low light even in low light.The other is that the ZEISS Bario Zonor T*lens can incorporate a small number of light into the sensor.

Also smooth 2.You can use a wide angle with a 7x zoom, a proper telephoto (although not as wide -angle as a general smartphone, if you stretch your arms or use a self -fee stick or hand grip, it is enough to reflect it from your face to your shoulders).

It is unusual for a camera that can shoot 4K videos in this price range, and it seems to be the biggest attraction of "Sony ZV-1" that you can check the image with the screen inside.The software function that is convenient for VLOG is also substantial, and the button operation makes the background blurred and clarified and switched, high -speed autofocus, a function to detect faces and eyes, and focus.

We recommend using an optional microphone, but the "SONY ZV-1" microphone is still excellent and has a wind screen that minimizes the wind sound.3.5 mm microphone input, Sony's "multi -interface shoe mount" and also supports external microphones.

The body is very well designed and the grip position is diverse, and it is easy to carry in a small jacket pocket or small bag.The only thing I was worried about was that if I noticed that there was no lock on the lens or power button, the power was turned on and the lens was stretched.Just in case, when I put it in my pocket, I pulled out the battery, but it felt a little inconvenient to have no lock.

It takes time to master a new camera, especially for those who are not used to handling cameras.The "Sony ZV-1" button is not so intuitive, so you may be confused at first.You only need to touch the screen for the focus, while you need to go through the Sony smartphone app (iOS, Android) to play with the settings.Also, since there is no earphone jack, it may seem a little inconvenient to check the volume.

When I tried to shoot a 4K video, I was worried that the angle of view became narrower, and if I used the image stabilization mode, I was worried that it would be narrower.For those who have short arms, it is especially difficult to take a selfie in the frame.In most cases, it seems that it can be improved by using a tripod or cellphyst stick such as "Joby Gorillapod 1k Kit" and Sony's "Shooting Grip with Wireless Remote Commander Function".

Finally, the "Sony ZV-1" has a conscientious price of $ 750 (about 85,000 yen) at the time of writing.Considering functionality and performance, cospa is higher than other companies' products.However, it is still not a casual amount that can be issued, so if you already have a camera that can shoot 1080p videos, it may be better to use it first.

Recommended cameras that can be used for VLOG

Recommended action camera that can be used for VLOG "GoPro HERO9 BLACK"

Perfect for outdoor VLOG with waterproof.You can shoot quite stable images with high resolution.The screen on the front is convenient.

The most recommended for those who are looking for an action camera is "GoPro Hero9 Black".The reason is that it has excellent image quality and camera shake correction function.These two elements are important for those who want to shoot outdoor VLOGs.At a maximum of 5k resolution, the depiction of the details is more sharp than other companies' products.The camera itself does not have an optical zoom function, but this resolution allows you to trim images and zoom in.

With an advanced camera shake correction function, you can expect a stable video that is almost unnecessary for gimbal even if the camera shakes during shooting.In addition to the waterproof function with a maximum depth depth, the sound quality is good depending on the built -in microphone.However, it seems better to have an external microphone.

Although it is not the same level of image quality as a large camera with a large sensor like "Sony ZV-1", "GoPro Hero9 Black" can be expected to have a vivid image.You can take some images even in bright places as well as low light.This is especially difficult with action cameras of other companies' products, and if you are shooting in dark places, such as caves, you may want to consider a camera with a larger lens.

There are two particularly convenient "GoPro Hero9 Black", a screen in front and multiple viewing angle options.As for the screen in front, the size is small, but it is convenient to take a selfie.The lens can be selected from "wide", "narrow", and "linear", and although the lens itself has no zoom function, the software can be photographed in every way compared to general action cameras.

The application (iOS, Android) called "Quik" can be edited in various ways (although it is more authentic to use dedicated editing software) without using other editing tools.You can create it.

Among GoPro accessories, "Media Mod" is also useful in shooting VLOG.The plastic frame surrounding the camera has two mounts for installing a built -in microphone, wireless microphone and small LEDs.3 on the back.There are 5mm audio input, micro HDMI port, USB-C port (for hiding on the main unit by the frame).The bottom is open and can be connected to the folding mount of GOPRO.If you are interested, please check that if you are interested because you are reviewing the sound quality of the microphone in YouTube video.Finally, "GoPro Hero9 Black" is excellent, but because it is an action camera, there is no optical zoom, and the digital lens mode is only a crop of the image, so every shooting uses a wide -angle lens.Don't forget.

High -performance camera recommended for VLOG "SONY α6600"

APS-C mirrorless camera that can be expected to have higher image quality even in low light.Large and expensive than other products introduced this time.

If you have already succeeded in monetization by video distribution and want to aim for further heights with the high image quality, the "SONY α6600", which has a balance between image quality, stability, and price, is recommended.You can use 4K videos, slow motion shooting, and screen inward, as well as use as many e -mount lenses from other manufacturers as well as Sony.The APS-C sensor is much larger than a smartphone, so it can reduce noise by shooting in low light and achieve a higher dynamic range with a higher dynamic range.

Because of the mirrorless design, it is smaller and lighter than the digital SLR camera, so it is easy to carry around.In addition, it is specialized in video compared to SLR, and you can shoot up to 4K shooting at 30fps, 3840 x 2160 videos.In addition, 1080p60, slow motion supports up to 120fps support.

The length of the battery life is longer than the first "Sony ZV-1", and according to SONY, it is possible to record more than 2 hours per battery.Of course, there is also a spare battery.

This time, Sony's "18 --135mm F/3" with optical camera shake correction function.5-5.6 OSS "I tested" Sony α6600 "using lenses. The zoom is smooth, the range is 18mm to a narrow angle (28mm in the general smartphone). It is perfect for any VLOG scene."Sony E 18 --200mm F/3.5-6.3 OSS LE "was also tested, but this is also recommended because it has an optical camera shake correction function, a slightly longer zoom. If you shoot by hand, a wide -angle lens is required (more than expected).If you know that you do not use the zoom, it is small, lightweight and inexpensive..8 "is recommended.

The remarkable quality (color, contrast, details) is a reasonable price."SONY α6600" is twice as long as "Sony ZV-1" without lens.However, remember that the number of views is not accompanying the cost of the cost, and the better the image quality, the more popular videos.In that sense, "Sony α6600" is suitable for video distributors who are more profitable than beginners.

Note that the rear screen does not rotate forward (unlike Sony ZV-1).Instead, there is a complex mechanism cantilever.It is a delicate impression while making metal.In this regard, many people may find "ZV-1" more convenient.

Finally, for those who are used to lightweight and easy to carry, such as smartphones, the "Sony α6600" is larger than a camera such as "Sony ZV-1" or "HERO9 BLACK".It is smaller than a digital SLR, but it is quite large compared to a fully automatic camera.Walking with this seems to be a good arm exercise.

Recommended accessories that can be used for VLOG

"ZHIYUN SMOOTH 4" recommended for smartphone ginbals that can be used for VLOG

Even with smartphone photography, it is finished in a smooth and stable video.There are many buttons and the apps are easy to use.

Even with your smartphone, you can quickly improve the quality of video shooting by using gimbal.The handle part prevents camera shake by motor drive and stabilizes the smartphone, so you can take a smooth image.Technology, which used to be used only with ultra -expensive equipment in Hollywood, can be obtained for about 10,000 yen, and even if you are moving or just walking, you can shoot something that looks like a smartphone.rice field.

Recommended tripod that can be used for VLOG "Joby Gorillapod 1k Kit"

It can be used not only as a small tripod but also as a short self.You can also set a smartphone in addition to the camera (combined with the mount "Square Jellyfish Metal Spring Tripod Mount" in the grip type).

"Joby Gorillapod 1k Kit" is the most recommended product among the many gimbals.The app is excellent and many buttons are convenient.Above all, you can take a stable video.If you want to shoot a smooth video that was not fulfilled with one smartphone or one app, this ( * Separate mount is required to connect to a smartphone).

USB microphone recommended for VLOG "Blue Yeti"

A large desktop USB microphone.Clear and fulfilling sound quality is attractive.It can be easily used by connecting to a computer.

If you have decided where to shoot videos in your house, we recommend the Mike "BLUE YETI", which has been the first place even after Wirecutter has tested many times.With clear and fulfilling sound quality, you can record natural and warm sounds.It can be used for audio recording from beginners to professionals, and you can expect durability for many years.Note that it cannot be used on the go because it is a full -size wired desktop microphone.

Recommended for smartphone microphones that can be used for VLOG "Røde videomic me"

A convenient microphone that can be easily linked with a smartphone.Has a reputation for sound quality.

For those who are looking for a simple microphone that can be attached to a smartphone, "Røde VideoMic Me" is recommended.Apple users are "ME-L for Apple PhoneS", Android users are "ME-C for Android PhoneS with USB-C", and there are also types that can be used for any smartphone with headphone jacks.Due to the unonclation of the voice, the voice and the unnecessary noise can be separated.There is a headphone jack on the back, so it is also attractive that you can check voice without removing the microphone.The fluffy windshield suppresses the wind sound and records the voice clearly.

Accessories around the camera

In addition, please check the following for the accessory around the camera that makes the sound quality and image quality professional.

First of all, a solution that is useful in all situations.Among them, Vanguard Alta Pro 2+ 263AB100 is easy to use for VLOG videos.It can be extended horizontally or open the legs widely to lower the height, so it is convenient to install a camera at a desk, counter, etc.

Despite shooting VLOG videos, if you stay in one place without walking, we recommend the USB microphone "Blue Yeti", and if you walk around, "Røde VideoMic Me" is recommended.The latter is low cost, does not take up space even if you put it in a bag, and the sound quality is the same as the original "VideoMic".However, if it is troublesome to attach to the camera, we recommend the wireless "Røde Wireless Go".This is a specification with a receiver on the camera, and the transmitter also serves as a microphone, so you can connect "Lavalier"."Røde Wireless Go II", which has two transmitter, is useful for two people or interviews.

Finally about editing.To make a video of a level that many people want to see, you need to learn how to use editing software.By using editing software, you can put titles and illustrations, organize multiple videos, and cut them.There are many software that can be used for free, such as "IMOVIE" for Apple users, so try to find something that suits you.Personally, I use Adobe Premiere Pro on my self -taught (with the attitude of doing something close to a professional).

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