We have a full article on our website that goes into detail how and why we use each piece of gear: https://goingawesomeplaces.com/best-cameras-for-videography-as-a-travel-content-creator/
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Camera
Lenses
Backpacks and Suitcases
Camera Accessories
Camera
We've been using Olympus (OM System) for almost a decade and love how these are perfect for travellers and thrives at both photography and videography.
OM-1 Mark II by OM SYSTEM
Replacing the GoPro is this 360 camera. While there's a bit of extra editing work, you'll be thankful to be covering ALL angles so you can film and frame it later.
Insta360 X5 - Flagship 8K 360º Action Camera - All Day, All Angles
This little camera has really brought the joy back into filming because it's easy to literally take out of your pocket to film. Because of it's form factor and integration with DJI Mic, it's also great for talking on camera.
Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo
When it comes to drones for travel creators, this is hands down the best one because of its portability but also its capability for stills and video. You'll also love that it can rotate to shoot vertically as well.
DJI Mini 5 Pro
Lenses
Currently our favourite travel lens because it covers the wide range but has some reach as well. It also has a filter thread.
M.Zuiko Digital ED 8-25mm F4.0 PRO OM
An incredibly compact telephoto lens.
M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm F4.0 PRO by OM SYSTEM
Easily the best birding and wildlife lens on the market
M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC1.25X IS PRO OM
A great all-arounder type of lens that you can pretty much keep on your camera body all day. We've used it less lately though because we prefer the wider field of view from the 8-25mm but the F2.8 aperture on this is awesome.
Buy M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO II From OM SYSTEM Canada
OM System's newest lens and is a great replacement for the 40-150mm lens, offering greater reach and is significantly higher quality with it's constant F2.8 aperture. This pairs well with the 150-400mm lens.
Buy M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm F2.8 IS PRO From OM SYSTEM Canada
Backpacks and Suitcases
The backpack we use if we're going on an extensive hiking/trekking trip and hauling a lot of gear.
Action X50 v2 Backpack
The current outdoor line of backpacks we're testing by Peak Design
Outdoor Backpack by Peak Design
The best carry-on luggage that can carry camera gear or be used for general travel purposes.
Roller Pro by Peak Design
Camera Accessories
Our main travel tripod in carbon fiber.
Travel Tripod by Peak Design
Super useful when doing photography or videography with your phone. Requires a companion Peak Design Everyday Case
Creator Kit by Peak Design
We love this case because of Slim Link and how easy it is to use with Creator Kit.
