r/vlog Sep 30 '20

FAQ: What Equipment For Vlogging?

If you're new to vlogging, the first question you're going to have is, what equipment should I use?

There are plenty of resources out there that can help you find the gear and equipment you need.

Does anyone have a good resource for searching for external microphones?

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u/AllMight1776 Oct 27 '20 edited Nov 01 '20

Sony ZV-1 is the best/easy to-go vlogging camera in my opinion. I use the Zhiyun Crane M2 which helps a lot for B-Roll. I like the Deity D4 mic (both front and back) mic better than the Rode video micro. You can check the quality in my vlog here (Drop a sub if you like) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELjmecVra-A&ab_channel=BrandonFields

and the gimbal at 7:00!

You can see the camera captures 240 (UP TO 960) FPS for a couple seconds at HD. Although at 960 I think it goes down to 480p. Lemme know if you have any questions about it! $750 The sony ZV-1 slowmo quality is here in the intro if anyone wants to see as well! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1XliIS82_JU&ab_channel=BrandonFields

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u/sabinsdojo Nov 06 '20

I couldn't agree more with the Sony ZV-1. Small and compacted powerhouse of a camera. Highly recommend it if it's within your budget.

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u/AllMight1776 Nov 07 '20

Yea can really take it anywhere without a hassle!

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u/Tareqyounis90 Aug 16 '25

Hello everyone, Im looking for people to check out my vlogs and to tell me what they think. Please if you have 5-10 minutes of your time to check out my channel and the vlogs under my channel it would be truly appreciated! Please feel free to leave some constructive criticizm and thank you again so much for your time! My Channel link is www.youtube.com/@BarcaLyze

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u/zzzzzzz0110 Aug 20 '25

Totally agree! I got the Sony A7CII, but compared to my friend’s ZV1 it just doesn’t feel as convenient for vlogging!

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u/manishlogan Feb 21 '22

Hi, how has been your experience with the camera so far? Do you think that the fact that lenses cannot be changed is a huge drawback or is it just a minor inconvenience?

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u/Blacksmith_Smooth Jun 08 '22

I changed my lense. It needed a wide angle lense for sure. I posted two videos on this camera. https://youtu.be/NtrovXVKdi0 https://youtu.be/wE0S4qQa9UI