Vlogging
As content creators continue to slim down their setups, many have embraced Sony’s comprehensive suite of first-party accessories. This is especially true for microphones, as most of the brand’s current offerings take advantage of the Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe on top of contemporary Sony cameras for wireless communication with the camera body. That means no cables, no syncing in post, and no low battery headaches. Today, we’re looking at popular options for both on-camera shotgun mics and off-camera wireless clip-on lavalier mics, the two most
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2023 has certainly come and gone in a flash, meaning it’s time once again for us to reflect on new photo offerings in our ninth annual Cameras of the Year episode, now renamed Photo Gear of the Year. We’ll be talking with B&H Camera and Lighting Senior Sales Trainer Kevin Rickert. Featured in our discussion are 25 new releases from Canon, FUJIFILM,
Long a leading figure in the mirrorless camera world, Sony has wasted no time infiltrating the vlogging market with the ZV series of compact mirrorless cameras. These user-friendly cameras are loaded with the features hybrid creators love, while retaining form factors small enough to fit into nearly any bag, and modular enough to be customized into a handheld rig. Offering fixed or interchangeable lenses, as well as three different sensor sizes, there is a ZV camera for every level of vlogger. Read on to learn about these versatile cameras and
Sony ZV-1 II, Canon R100, FUJIFILM X-S20, Leica Q3, Pentax 50mm
Week of May 21, 2023
We couldn't go into Memorial Day weekend without another round of product announcements and we sure had some this week. Sony is giving one of the most popular vlogging cameras around some well-earned upgrades with the release of the ZV-1 II. FUJIFILM and Canon are upgrading their entry-level mirrorless offerings with the X-S20 and R100, respectively. Leica is even
As vlogging continues its meteoric rise in popularity, more and more manufacturers are producing cameras specifically targeting vloggers. Of those manufacturers, none have produced more than Sony, whose extensive fleet of vlogging cameras continues to dominate the scene—led, of course, by fan-favorite and arguably greatest vlogging camera ever made, the Sony ZV-1.
In this article, we’re going to take a closer look at the ZV-1
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The FUJIFILM X-S20 was designed for hybrid content creators looking for a feature-packed camera they can take anywhere. Building on the earlier X-S10, the X-S20 upgrades to an X-Processor 5 for faster, more reliable performance, improves in-camera stabilization for cleaner footage, introduces a Vlog Mode for simple recording, and adds a deeper grip for easier handheld use. Perfect for vlogging, travel, or
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Sony has announced the ZV-1 II, the latest in its growing catalogue of cameras for content creation. Descended from Sony's popular ZV-1, the ZV-1 II promises to be an even better compact camera with a bevy of improvements based on user feedback. Improvements include a wider zoom lens with an 18-50mm equivalent focal length―a significant upgrade
Nikon Z8, Sony XPERIA 1 V, Canon PowerShot V10, Panasonic S5 IIX, and more.
Week of May 7, 2023
Sometimes we publish here and say that everyone had something to announce as a fun way of saying several products were released in the past week. This time we mean it. Nikon, Sony, Canon, Panasonic, and more had launches (or relaunches) this week, and some of them are quite substantial.
Recently announced is the Nikon Z8, the mirrorless
Canon has launched the PowerShot V series, a new camera lineup aimed squarely at vloggers. The PowerShot V10 Vlog Camera, the first camera in this new series, was designed with simplicity in mind. Users will be able to capture and share high-quality video effortlessly, all while saving storage space on their phones. Indeed, the PowerShot V10, available in black or
The news is a bit light this week with B&H’s upcoming holiday and NAB just over the horizon, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have a little fun right now. Sony is previewing one of its releases with a teaser image and announcement date. Meanwhile, Cooke has added a few new focal lengths to its S8/i FF lens series and Zhiyun launched a
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Juliana Broste, aka @TravelingJules, sets you up for success with five tips for vlogging, such as how to get comfortable being on camera, what to look for in a vlogging camera, and other useful suggestions.
Are you a traveling vlogger? Do tell, in the Comments section, below.
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Join Jason Vong and Vivienne Lee as they break down the basics of vlogging. They discuss everything from easy techniques to get you started to the right gear for the job. Vong and Lee even go over their tips for getting your ideas out into the world while targeting your ideal audience. Learn how to bring your storytelling to life in this fun, expressive platform from two of the best in the industry.
0:00 - Introduction
4:06 - What is a vlog?
10:59 - Finding your niche
18:55 - Fostering your curiosity
26:56 - Vlogging gear, storage, and
It's holiday season, and if you're reading this on any kind of electronic device (shout out to everyone who still subs my handwritten newsletter, btw), you likely know someone who either is or is interested in becoming a vlogger or mobile content creator. If said creator or aspiring vlogger is on your holiday shopping list and you're not quite sure what to get them, fear not, for we have put together a gift guide of some of our favorite mobile photo and video accessories.
SmallRig 1.55X Anamorphic Lens
Thanks to the continued advancement of
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Nick Brigadier compares the Sony ZV-1F, ZV-1, and ZV-E10 to help you decide which one would work best for you. Each