Below are my recommendations for camera gear and video production. Some links are affiliate links which means I’ll receive a small commission if you purchase something through the link.
Video and Camera Equipment
Canon EOS Rebel T5i Camera and Video
The Canon Rebel T5i makes great still shots and videos. This is my goto camera for photos I make for my website and videos for my YouTube Channel. It’s also great for family outings and events.
This lens is great for shots with a shallow depth of field. Which means a blurry background. I think it’s great for those talking-head shots.
SLIK PRO 700DX Professional Tripod
This is a very sturdy and reliable tripod stand.
Microphones (For On-Camera Shots)
Rode VMGO Video Mic GO Lightweight On-Camera Microphone Super-Cardioid
This mic has great sound quality and a great option if you don’t want to use a lapel microphone.
Insignia – Omnidirectional Lapel Microphone
I use this microphone a lot for my videos. It’s easy to use and great quality. Comes with a 20 foot cord which is very convenient.
Microphones (For Video Voiceover)
Blue Snowball USB Microphone (Textured White)
This has been a great mic for making voiceovers on my videos. Easy setup — plug and play.
Video Storage
WD 1TB Portable External Hard Drive – USB 3.0
I use this to plug into my Mac and store my videos. Video files can get very large, so you’re going to need an external drive.
I highly recommend at least a 32GB memory card for recording video in your camera.
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