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My ✨Favourite✨ Beginners Vlog Setup

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A curated list of my go-to tools, gear, and resources for creating content, vlogging, and making life as a busy expat parent a little easier.
 
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After testing a bunch of stands and sticks, the Ulanzi MT-78 Extendable phone tripod is the one I reach for again and again. It’s sturdy, extends up to almost 6ft, and makes filming vlogs, travel clips, and everyday footage was way easier without bul...
ULANZI MT-78 Extendable Metal Phone Tripod
 
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My favourite compact camera setup - everything I use to capture travel, vlogs, and everyday adventures in 4k at 60fps. Easy to use and even easier to capture the best footage with the least amount of effort.
Insta360 GO Ultra Tiny Hands-Free 4K Cam
 
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After a few different setups, this is the 360 camera I keep coming back to. The bundle makes sense, and the accessories help unlock more creative shots without extra gear.
Buy X5 - Flagship 360º Action Cam
 
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My go-to compact gimbal camera - everything I use to capture smooth, cinematic footage on the go, whether travelling or vlogging daily life.
Osmo Pocket 3 Vlogging Camera, 4k 120fps
 
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Tested a few mic setups, the DJI Mic setup is the one I always use for crisp sound. Compact, reliable and super easy to use.
DJI Mic 2 - Wireless Microphone
 
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This portable softbox light is perfect for any indoor sitting. When I moved to China with our small, light-less apartment. This made filming indoors easy and lighting a breeze.
Torjim 16''x16'' Softbox Photography Kit
 
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I use the Elgato Stream Deck almost daily to speed up video editing. With downloadable presets for FCP, DaVinci, Adobe, and more, it makes editing faster, smoother, and way less hassle.
Elgato Stream Deck
 
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Hands down THE ⚡️BEST⚡️ noise-cancellation headphones on the market. I use these for ultimate editing experience and of course, travelling. Comfortable and with a long-lasting battery, these are a must-have.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones
 
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I only trust SanDisk Ultra memory cards for capturing all my footage. They work across a range of different cameras and come in all sizes. I prefer the 256GB, this encourages me to move the content off the SD to harddrive.
microSD Memory Cards: Small Memory Cards with Big Performance