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Vlogging cameras
Create, capture and share all of your adventures with these cameras and accessories ideally suited to video content, upping your game from your smartphone for top-quality movies
Words: Amy Davies Photography: Neil Godwin
N ow really is the ideal time to get into vlogging. You might be forgiven for thinking that the average vlogger is a self-absorbed teenager talking about their lunch, make-up or latest Lego kit, but it can be much more than that – and it can also be pretty lucrative if you find a successful niche that attracts a decent audience on your various channels.
Perhaps you’re already somebody who has started creating videos and are looking to take the next step. Whatever your level, most vloggers will be looking for something small and light, but powerful enough to deliver the goods. That’s where we come in with our tempting recommendations.
Having spent so much time at home over the past year, understandably we are all keen to get back out into the world more than ever before. With an ease in restrictions and a long summer unfolding ahead of us, it’s the perfect time to start exploring outdoor locations again. Not to mention showing off exactly where you’ve been and new places you’ve discovered, to anyone and everyone who might be interested.
Taking still images is great – but it’s only moving content that will really show off your adventures to their full potential. Video content is becoming more and more prevalent across all platforms, so it’s worth thinking about how you can approach it yourself. Whether it’s documenting a relatively mild walk around a local beauty spot, a full-on hike up a mountain or just a trip around your nearest town or city, capturing your escapades has never been easier or more accessible.
THE RIGHT KIT
When you’re just starting out, you might think that all you need is a simple smartphone – after all, even the most basic mobile can record video, right? While that’s true, the best vloggers (or content creators) use dedicated kit to elevate their videography up from the base level. It’s not just about the quality of the finished result – cameras that have been specifically designed with video in mind are often easier to use, especially for extended periods.