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Today we’ll talk about the different types of equipment

commonly used by professional video creators.

To start, your smartphone can certainly record a video

and depending on your channel type, it may be all you need.

However, in the event you are looking to step things up,

here are some recommendations.

Most YouTubers use DSLR or mirrorless cameras, along with

accessories like tripods, studio lighting, backgrounds,

and lenses.

If you plan to vlog on the go, you may want to invest in

a mirrorless or action camera as well as a good monopod

or handheld gimbal stabilizer.

You don’t need to rush out and buy the most expensive

DSLR on the market, though. Any camera that can record

high-quality (at least 1080p) video will do fine. The

type of camera you buy should reflect the sort of video

you’ll be producing.

A camcorder is obviously a good choice for making a video.

Today’s camcorders are compact, lightweight, built to

handle nearly every sort of situation, and pretty

affordable.

A webcam may be the best choice if you want an affordable,

plug-and-play video camera, especially if you’re going

to be doing most of your recording in front of your computer.

A webcam also makes live streaming easier since it can

be directly connected to your computer. Action cameras

like the GoPro are compact and versatile. They’re best

suited for photographers who want to film themselves

and others in action.

Mirrorless cameras have become popular with video

creators because they shoot like a DSLR but have a

significantly smaller and lighter body. You can use them

at your home studio or on the go.

A DSLR will give you the most professional results.

They’re highly adaptable in low-light situations and

provide polished video recording quality.

You’ll also need a good tripod to stabilize the video

quality.

Finally, you’ll want to invest in a good microphone,

preferably one that mounts on your camera. Built-in mics

almost never provide high-quality sound.

Always be conscious of your recording quality and make

sure your voice (or whatever you’re recording) is clear

and audible to your audience. Some YouTubers even invest

in several different microphones for different purposes.

A shotgun microphone is designed to capture sound mostly

from the front, so noise from the sides and behind the

microphone can be canceled out.

USB microphones have become one of the standard picks

because of how easy they are to use, their sound quality,

their affordability and versatility.

Another good choice is a condenser microphone, which can

pick up delicate sounds and is ideal for recording vocals.

And a lavalier or lapel mic is wireless and can be clipped

onto your clothing or a belt. These come in a set that

includes the transmitter and the receiver.

Lighting equipment is also necessary if you’re going to be

primarily recording indoors or in dimly lit areas. And even

if there’s plenty of ambient light, studio lights can even

out the brightness of your setup and modify the mood of the

shot.

A softbox can emulate the natural soft lighting from a

window due to the diffusion panel that decreases the

intensity of harsh, direct light. Umbrella lights are

inexpensive and portable and are ideal for YouTubers who

need soft lighting.

They create a more controlled light than a softbox and are

perfect for backdrops and on-location shoots.

Ring lights are popular with YouTubers as well. They

eliminate shadows from every direction, making anybody

look more attractive in front of the camera.

You do want to pay attention to your backgrounds, as well.

You don’t want a cluttered area behind you, or too much movement

to distract viewers from your subject.

Tomorrow, we'll talk about adding artwork to your channel.

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