Curious what gear I use to film my rural Japan YouTube videos? Here’s my full vlogging setup—cameras, mics, bags, and editing tools. Read my in-depth review.
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A bit heavy, but wonderful for getting those close-ups of shy wildlife in the distance.
A directional mic for great recording (Get these windshields to reduce wind noise).
Easy to use, and the charges seem to last forever (and come with two transmitters, one receiver, a charging case, and other essentials).
Compact, sleek, and affordable for my two-camera, three-lens system (though the side pockets may take some getting used to).
Great whenever I’m feeling like travelling light with a one-camera, one-lens type system.
Adobe Premiere Pro
A professional standard for video editing, though also one of the most expensive.
Great noise isolation, professional-level clarity, and exceptional comfort for long sessions.
4TB of high-speed storage that allows me to edit video projects directly from the drive without lag.
Plus sound effects, graphics, and whatever else you need.
My recommended budget-friendly starter pack for beginners. They even offer a free account, but to get the most bang for your buck, I recommend the Creator plan.
$7.99 / month for Creator plan, includes:
A significant step up in library size and music variety once you outgrow Uppbeat (though its search interface is slightly finicky).
$9.99 / month for Music & SFX plan, includes:
My current favourite for high-production-value, sweeping, cinematic scores (even though the multi-step download process is a bit annoying).
$9.99 / month for Creator Plan, includes:
