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What I Use to Film My YouTube Videos
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items After years of trial and error, these are the products that really make a difference when filming. If you’re creating tutorials (crafty or otherwise), these recommendations will save you time and frustration.
Sections
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Camera + Accessories
Lighting
Microphones
Camera Stands and Mounts
Camera + Accessories
This section covers the main core of my filming setup — the camera itself plus the must-have add-ons that make it easier to use. From dependable memory cards to a dummy battery that keeps the camera running for hours, and even the Sigma lens that giv...
The Canon EOS M50 Mark II is a fantastic camera for creators — lightweight, easy to use, and delivers crisp video quality. Paired with the EF-M 15–45mm lens, it’s versatile enough to film close-up craft tutorials or wider shots of your workspace, mak...
Canon EOS M50 Mark II + EF-M 15-45mm Kit
You can never have too many memory cards, and the SanDisk Extreme PRO is one of the most reliable options out there. I always keep at least two on hand — occasionally a card will quit working, and having a backup means you won’t miss a shoot. These h...
SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO Memory Card
This wide-angle Sigma lens is my favorite for talking-head style videos. The f/1.4 aperture gives that beautiful blurry background effect (bokeh) that instantly makes your videos look more professional. I don’t use it for close-up shots of my hands, ...
Sigma 16 mm Lens
This little gadget is a total game changer — it’s a dummy battery that plugs straight into the wall so you don’t have to stop filming to recharge. I use it with my camera for long tutorial sessions, and it saves so much time and hassle compared to sw...
Kimaru Dummy Battery Kit
Lighting
Good lighting makes all the difference in video quality. This section includes the lights and modifiers I use to keep my tutorials bright, clear, and evenly lit — from a big softbox setup to smaller add-ons that help cut shadows and highlight details...
The Godox SL-60 is a bright, reliable LED light that makes a huge difference in video quality. It gives you even, soft lighting that looks great on camera — perfect for filming craft tutorials where you need every detail to show clearly. Pair it with...
Godox SL-60 LED Video Light
This giant octagon softbox pairs perfectly with the Godox SL-60, and while it’s big, the payoff is gorgeous, diffused light that makes your videos look professional. Because of its size, you’ll want a heavy-duty C stand to support it, but once it’s s...
Godox Octagon Honeycomb Grid Softbox
A must-have if you’re using larger lighting gear like the Godox Octagon Softbox. This heavy-duty C stand with a boom arm keeps your light securely in place and lets you position it exactly where you need it. Sturdy, reliable, and built to handle the ...
Heavy Duty C Stand with Boom Arm
I use this ring light with the Ailight desk mount stand — it attaches to the top, and I mount my camera right below it. It adds bright, even light from above, which makes a big difference when filming overhead shots of tutorials. Paired with a larger...
UBeesize 12″ Selfie Ring Light
Microphones
Clear audio is just as important as clear video. Here you’ll find the mics I use for different setups — from wireless lavaliers for hands-free tutorials to a shotgun mic for talking-head videos. Each one helps make sure your voice comes through crisp...
I mostly use this shotgun mic for talking-head videos, and it delivers excellent audio quality. These days I rely on my lav mic more often, but this one is still a solid choice when you want great sound without clipping on extra gear. It mounts right...
Comica Pro Camera Shotgun Mic
Clear audio makes a huge difference in video quality, and this wireless lavalier mic set delivers. The COMICA BoomX-D2 comes with two transmitters, so you can mic up yourself and a guest, and the compact receiver plugs right into your camera or phone...
COMICA BoomX-D2 Wireless Lavalier Microphone
Camera Stands and Mounts
Getting the right angle can be tricky, especially for overhead shots. These stands and mounts make it so much easier to position my camera exactly where I need it, whether I’m filming a craft close-up at my desk or recording from above.
This adjustable desk-mounted boom arm is perfect for filming overhead shots without drilling into your walls or ceiling. It clamps securely to your desk, holds either a camera or phone, and is easy to adjust as you work. A great option if you want fl...
Ailight Adjustable Overhead Camera Desk Mount
I mounted this to my ceiling to use as an overhead camera arm, and it’s been a game changer for filming tutorials. It folds up neatly out of the way when not in use, and it’s strong enough to hold either a DSLR or a phone securely. Perfect for gettin...
Selens Wall Mount Boom Arm with Triangle Base