The Sony ZV-1 is our original vlogging camera that we shot most of our travel videos on from it's release in May 2020 to the end of our summer European travel vlogs in the end of August 2021.
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Sony released the ZV-E10 in August 2021 whilst we were away on our European summer road trip so we bought this as soon as we got back and have used it as our main vlogging camera since then.
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The Big Camera
Sony Alpha 7 C | Full-frame Mirrorless Camera with Sony FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 Zoom Lens
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PRO QUALITY WITHOUT COMPROMISE : Get the power of a professional backside illuminated full-frame CMOS sensor inside a lightweight and compact body that will follow you everywhere you go.
CAPTURE LIFE AS YOU SEE IT: with approx. 24MP, 4K movie recording, ISO range of 100-51200, the Alpha 7 C can shoot amazingly detailed photos and videos in all lighting situations. ULTRA-FAST AND RELIABLE AUTOFOCUS: Keep your subject always sharp thanks to Sony's acclaimed Real-time Autofocus system that can even track focus on the eyes (humans and animals) as well as in video mode (humans). INTUITIVE OPERATIONS: In Body Image Stabilisation of up to 5 stops, vari-angle and touch capable screen, Z battery for greater stamina, Digital Audio Interface with mic jack and headphone jack along with improved dust and moisture resistance. EASILY TRANSFER YOUR CREATIONS: Via Sony’s Imaging Edge app, transfer your photos direct to your phone via Bluetooth, allowing you to share and stream as you wish. Digital zoom: 4.0 multiplier_x Video capture resolution: 2160p |
Our Main Action/Under Water camera
GoPro HERO10 Black - Waterproof Action Camera with Front LCD and Touch Rear Screens, 5.3K60 Ultra HD Video, 23MP Photos, 1080p Live Streaming, Webcam, Stabilisation
Revolutionary Processor: Faster. Smoother. Better. The powerful new GP2 engine changes the game – snappy performance, responsive touch controls and double the frame rate for amazingly smooth footage. Designed specifically for the demanding nature of the GoPro, the GP2 “system on a chip” is by far our fastest ever.
High-Res Photos + Videos, High Frame Rate: Step up to the sharpest-shooting GoPro ever. Upgraded to incredible 23-MP photos and 5.3K video resolution at 60fps, HERO10 offers double the frame rate for amazingly smooth motion. Plus, there’s 8x slo-mo at 2.7K and you can pause videos and grab 15.8-MP still photos from 5.3K video that look amazing. Unbelievable Image Quality: Shoot with fine detail, realistic textures and stunning contrast, even in low light. Images look their best thanks to a new water- shedding hydrophobic lens cover that repels water while helping to eliminate lens flare and other artefacts. HyperSmooth 4.0: HyperSmooth has never been smoother and it’s easy to dial in the best stabilisation at all times. Plus, get even better low-light performance and horizon levelling with a higher tilt limit, so your footage looks perfectly straight when you want it to. Fast, Reliable Connectivity: Super easy, super fast. Transferring photos and videos from your cloud-connected GoPro to your phone is simple and versatile, with your choice of effortless wireless upload via the Quik app or a lightning-fast wired connection via USB.3 There’s also unlimited cloud storage with hassle-free auto upload. Just plug in your camera when it’s connected to your home Wi-Fi and the camera does the rest.4 Click here to buy on Amazon |
Our Main Drone
DJI Mini 2 - Ultralight and Foldable Drone, 3-Axis Gimbal with 4K Camera, 12MP Photo
Pack light, Fly free: At less than 249 g, it weighs about as much as an apple and fits in the palm of your hand. Compact and convenient, Mini 2 is your ideal travel companion, transforming how you capture your favorite memories
Three-axis gimbal with 4K camera: A 12 MP camera in the sky delivers content assures to impress. Along with 4K/30 fps video and a three-axis motorized gimbal, Mini 2 ensures stunning image quality that is consistently smooth no matter how adventurous your piloting gets Ocusync 2.0 video transmission: Mini 2 supports up to six km of HD video transmission and has anti-interference capabilities, giving you the ability to fly farther and see clearer Powerful performance: With a max battery life of 31 minutes, DJI Mini 2 grants more than enough time to compose the ideal shot. Mini 2 can resist level five winds and take off at a max altitude of 4,000 meters, so your footage is stable even when flying along a windy coastline or high above an alpine forest 4X ZOOM: There’s no need to get so close for your dream shot. 4x digital zoom makes it safer and more convenient when transitioning between shots of varying distance and composition Quickshots: With just a few taps, DJI Mini 2 automatically records and shoots professional-level videos to share directly on social media. Whether you’re a beginner or a more experienced flyer, the DJI Fly app helps you produce impressive results complete with soundtracks and filters Click here to buy on Amazon |
Our Main 360 Camera | Insta360 One X2 360 Degree Action Camera
Dual-Mode 360 and Standard Pocket Camera
5.7K Dual-Lens 360 degree Auto-Stitched Capture Single-Lens Standard Camera Mode Ultra-Bright Touch Screen, 4-Mic 360 degree Audio, Voice Control ONE X2 is also ready for the water.Take it down to 10 meters (33ft) without a case, or use the Dive Case to shoot down to 45 meters with seamless underwater stitching. This Insta360 ONE X2 5K 360 Action Camera is a must-have for all aspiring travel vloggers. It comes with 5.7K dual-lens 360-degree video with H.265 encoding in both rear and front lenses to capture 360 5.7K resolution video. The Steady Cam mode uses a FlowState Stabilization with an improved scene-detection algorithm to smooth out shots digitally. Furthermore, it has waterproof construction down to 33-inch which adds to its utility. Click here to buy on Amazon |
Our Backup Action/Underwater Camera
Insta360 GO 2 Waterproof Action Camera with Multifunction Case
Impossible stabilisation. Flow State stabilisation is a cutting-edge technology that presents a simple proposition: Gimbal-quality stabilisation without the gimbal.
Extreme mount-ability. GO 2 is magnetic. It can be worn, stuck, tagged or mounted on just about anything. Waterproof to 13 feet (4m). Whether it’s a beach day, a pool day or just a rainy one, GO 2 is up for it. AquaVision uses AI to correct for underwater haze and make colors just as vibrant as if they'd been captured above ground in broad daylight. A special case. GO 2’s Charge Case has been upgraded from the ground up. Now it’s a: Charger | Carry case | Remote control | Tripod and a new OLED Screen Seamless control. GO 2 can be controlled wirelessly via phone or the Charge Case, or manually with a tap. |
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We have these handles for each camera
Sony GP-VPT2BT Handgrip for Selfies and Vlogging, Can Also be Used As a Tripod
Multi-purpose handle for handheld shots with built-in tripod can also be used as a practical mini tripod
Wireless Bluetooth communication + optimal stability and comfort with easy remote control Quick and easy direction change with easy angle adjustment + flexible tilt function for ideal camera angle, 180 degree swivel Dust and moisture protected + individually ignable C1 button. Maximum camera weight: 1.5 kg Includes case and battery Click here to buy on Amazon |
Our Original Shotgun Mic
Rode Microphones VMNTG VideoMic NTG On-Camera Shotgun Microphone
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Revolutionary acoustic design delivering unmatched acoustic transparency and a natural uncoloured sound
Unique infinitely variable gain control Auto-sensing 3 5mm output interacts seamlessly with both cameras and mobile devices Digital switching – controls high-pass filter pad high frequency boost and safety channel Internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides 30+ hours of recording charges via USB-C |
Our New Digital Shotgun Mic
Sony ECM-B1M Compact Shotgun Microphone with Digital Audio Interface
High quality sound with new digital audio interface
New compact & lightweight design Selectable directivity (Super-directional / Unidirectional / Omnidirectional) Professional audio settings for optimal sound capture Wind screen supplied Digital interface compatible Multi Interface Shoe for clear sound Click here to buy on Amazon |