Nowadays, Vlogging surpasses the popularity of blogging. It’s because people now prefer to be informed through watching videos than to read lengthy texts. But starting Vlog isn’t as easy as starting a blog. There are added processes to go through before posting your content online like the recording of the content, editing, review and so on. But those are just minor factors. What everyone should really focus at before starting a career as a Vlogger is choosing the best camera to use.

The 8 Best Vlogging Cameras

#1. Sony a7R II
Durable and dependable – that’s the reason Sony a7R II makes the cut this 2017. It may be expensive, but Vloggers can assure to its reliability. To prove it, here are some of its’ specification highlights:

• 4-megapixel camera sensor – gives the clearest picture
• 399 on-sensor Phase Detection points – promised astounding focus
• Internal 4K recording from full sensor width
• Shutter speed has at least 500,000 cycles

#2. Sony a6500
Sony a6500 may be similar-looking with Sony a6300 but with its additional feature, it makes its way to become one of the top digital cameras for Vloggingon the market today. Its specification highlights:

• 24-megapixel camera with an equivalent resolution of 6K – this allows users to shoot video footage for almost 30 minutes.
• Tilting rear touchscreen – can be used either for: positioning the focus point or as a touchpad
• 5-axis in-body image stabilization – for quick and more complex processing
• 1/4000 sec maximum shutter speed

#3. Canon 70D
If you love super sharp and blurry-less pictures, Canon 70D is the best choice! Its specifications highlights:

• Dual Pixel CMOS AF – this is for fast focus in live view and video
• DIGIC 5+ image processor
• Shutter mode: Silent
• 1080p30 video recording, stereo sound via external mic
• Built-in flash works as off-camera remote flash controller
• AF micro adjustment – this can be set individually for up to 40 lenses
• In-camera High Dynamic Range and Multiple Exposure modes (JPEG-only)
• ‘Creative Filter’ image processing styles that can be previewed in live view

#4. Panasonic LUMIX DMC-G85MK
The DMC-G85MK is another remarkable camera for taking still photos and shooting live video. Its specification highlights:

• 16MP Four Thirds MOS sensor w/o optical low-pass filter
• 5-axis image stabilization with Dual I.S. 2 – help to decrease the risk of motion blur
• Weather/Splash/dust-proof body – film with ease anytime, anywhere and in any weather
• Power saving mode
• 4K video / photo
• Focus stacking and post-focus

#5. Canon S120
Canon S120 is a great choice for Vlogger because of its image stabilization, wi-fi, and wide-angle lens. But of course, Canon S120 offers more and its specification highlights:

• 1 Megapixel high-sensitivity 1/1.7-inch CMOS sensor
• Canon DIGIC 6 image
• Lens aperture: f/1.8 and 24mm wide-angle lens – this means that it provides great video and a blurry background with the aperture ratio at the same time
• S-series predecessors promised that it will be much faster and brighter
• The touch screen’s resolution improved – this allows user to operate its touch AF control even during video

#6. Canon Vixia Mini
Small, compact and affordable – That’s how people describe Canon Vixia Mini. Its specification highlights:

• f/2.8 fisheye lens – This offers 160-degree field of view in shooting movies; while 170-degrees for photos
• Camera built-in crop mode –This provides a distortion-free and center-cropped video
• Front facing microphone

#7. YI 4K Action Camera
The YI 4K has its limitations but still considered to be a reliable camera to use in Vlogging because of its specification highlights:

• 12-megapixel lens – This can shoot at 4K, 1080p and 720p resolutions
• Capable of shooting up to two hours uninterruptedly
• Built-in Bluetooth and Wi-fi
• Camera application – allows users to easily modify and edit video footage
• Underwater mode – This lets user swap between still image or video modes just by holding down the button
• Live view with minimal delay

#8. Nikon Coolpix S6600BK
If you’re looking for a camera that cost as low as $250 and still reliable to use, Nikon Coolpix S6600BK is the one to get! Its specification highlights:

• Vari-angle LCD screen – This lets users shoot from variety of angles
• Gesture control feature – This is the feature that makes Nikon Coolpix S6600BK popular. It uses hand movements in operating the shutter and zoom from a far distance.
• Wi-Fi capabilities
• High-quality video (full HD 1080/60i)

Hi, I’m George. I have been a camera enthusiast from 2008. Cameraseals is my personal blog where I share most of my interests and experiences from using cameras. You will find helpful topics even if you’re a beginner or long-time user. Choosing the best camera to use for vlogging is easier in this guide.