This is my list of awesome tech gear for content creators. Here, you'll find cool, quality equipment for producing and promoting your content at reasonably affordable prices, offering great value. I've used these (or similar) items or have them on my...
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Video Equipment
Drones
Tripods and Lighting
Audio Equipment
Accessories
Video Equipment
Equipment for efficiently capturing quality video footage.
A quality, versatile camera for vloggers and YouTubers
Sony ZV-1F Vlog Camera for Content Creators
A great device for capturing POV, B-Roll, or A-Roll footage.
DJI Action 2 Dual-Screen 4K Mini-Camera, 32G
A useful device as a second or third camera to capture backup and/or B-Roll footage.
4K Camcorder 48MP 30FPS IR Night Vision
A high-definition webcam for desktop recording
Aluratek 2K Ultra HD Webcam with Auto Focus
A very cool device to help level up your Live Streams, expedite your editing workflow, and more!
Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 - 15 Macro Keys
A very useful tool for filming smooth footage with your smartphone.
DJI OSMO Mobile SE 3-Axis Phone Gimbal
Drones
Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) to add some visual flair to your content.
An entry-level drone that's serviceable but mainly best for training and having fun with.
ASCEND AERONAUTICS ASC 2500 Drone HD 1080p
A mini-drone with AI tracking, making it perfect for solo content creators.
DJI Neo Mini Drone 4K UHD Camera
A higher-end drone with a 10K video transmission range.
DJI Mini 3 RC - 4K Drone, 38-min Flight
Tripods and Lighting
Equipment to position your video and audio, and light your scene.
A full-sized tripod that's easily adjustable and folds down into a compact bag
Sensyne 64" Tripod for Camera/Smartphone
A sturdy mini-tripod that's compact and highly portable.
Ztylus Journalist MK II Mini Tripod
Affordable, adjustable lighting with temperature control and different colour options.
UBeesize LED Video Light Kit with Tripod
An upgraded lighting option with more power and control.
Aputure Amaran MC RGBWW LED On Camera Light
A good ring light is always handy to have for creating short-form videos with your phone, or even just enhancing the lighting of a given scene.
Weilisi 10" Ring Light with Stand & Phone Holder
Audio Equipment
Good audio is hugely important for video content and podcasting. This section includes equipment that will help you capture quality audio at a range of price points.
This is desktop recording microphone I use for my podcast and YouTube channel
Logitech Blue Snowball iCE USB Microphone
A budget friendly option for boosting the quality of your mobile audio recordings
Wireless Mini Lapel Mic for iPhone/Android
Perfect for pairing with the DJI Action 2 Mini-Camera
DJI Mic 2 Wireless Microphone, Shadow Black
Accessories
Other cool stuff for creating content in style.
A cool mechanical keyboard for that satisfying “clack” while typing
MageGee 104 Keys USB Wired Gaming Keyboard
A retro-vibe mechanical num pad with calculator function to help add up all your online sales. 😎💰
8BitDo Retro Mechanical Numpad - N Edition
A programmable mouse to assist with the video editing process and fatigue.
Zeerkeer Ergonomic Mouse with Joystick - 10K DPI
A fun social media statistics tracker and clock to inspire growth and consistency
LaMetric Wi-Fi Clock for Social Media Stats
A fun accessory for use in production or the backdrop of your videos
Hollywood Director's Film Movie Slateboard Clapper
A cost-effective solution to make it easy for using the higher quality back camera for selfies or vlogging.
Phone Rear Camera Selfie Mirror - White
Whatever we're doing as a creator, we should still try to get our 10K steps in everyday.
Amazfit Active Smart Watch, 1.75" AMOLED
A storage and file transfer solution for iPhones with a lightning connection port.
SanDisk 128GB iXpand Flash Drive Go
A Selfie Mirror, so you can take photos or film yourself using the front cameras on your smartphone.
