Vlogging on YouTube is a fun hobby! I love the creative process of lighting and camera angles to create a story for my community. Being a stay at home mom (SAHM) can seem mundane but seeing your life through a camera makes it feel more exciting. Here...
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Cameras
Lights
Tripods & Phone holders
Editing Software
Digital Storage
Mics
Cameras
Great video and picture quality! Hardly any color correcting needed. Beautiful b-roll shots.
Sony ZV-1 Digital Camera for Vlogging
This is the version of iPhone I currently have but honestly any iPhone will work.
iPhone 17
Lights
Great lighting! Small but powerful. Adjustable brightness and height. The different color inserts are cool but I personally haven’t found a time to use those.
UBeesize LED Video Light Kit, 2Pcs Dimmable
Easily adjustable height and brightness. Can switch between different lights: white light, blue light, and warm light. Powerful light.
Aureday 12" Dimmable Ring Light w/ Stand & Holders
Tripods & Phone holders
So sturdy!!! The spring holders kept breaking but because this is a screw the likelihood of it breaking from constant use is slim.
Cell Phone Tripod Mount Adapter, 360° Rotatable, 2 Pack
Great for vlogging in the car!
2026 Upgraded Magnetic Car Phone Holder 360°
I like to use for overhead b-roll shots in the car. Also, great for driving b-roll. It can fall if going on a really bumpy road so watch out!
Sun Visor Phone Mount Car Holder for Smartphones
I use this everyday for vlogging! Gives really cool moving shots for vlogging. Comes with an app that even teaches you how to get those really cool moving cinematic shots!
AOCHUAN 3-Axis Foldable Phone Gimbal Stabilizer
Works best on windows and mirrors. Doesn’t always stay so have a hand ready to catch your phone lol
Hot Pink Phone Grip
Editing Software
I use this app to create text overlays and thumbnails. The AI is kind of cool to ask for input on layout and recommendations.
Canva
So easy to use. I pay for the pro version. Has a YouTube channel explaining different editing techniques.
InShot - Video Editor & Maker
Digital Storage
So helpful for moving videos from SD card to phone for easier editing. The input adapter is nice as well for USB-C.
Oyuiasle SD Card Reader for iPhone iPad Dual Slot
I have multiple memory cards of this size. Vlogging fills these cards up fast so I regularly delete videos I don’t need anymore so that I can keep reusing these.
SD Cards for Camera - HD Video
Mics
I like that it comes with 2 mics. Good battery life. Doesn’t cancel background noise completely but does reduce it. Be careful not to get too loud or it will peak and break the sound.
2 Pack Wireless Mini Lavalier Mic for iPhone/Android
Good for podcasting or sit down videos. Clear sound! Can adjust settings to include or take out background noise.
Blue Microphones® Yeti Microphone USB, Snowball Microphones Official ...
Batteries
Holds a good charge. Love that it comes with 2 batteries and double sided for charging. I use this to charge my Sony ZV-1.
Wasabi Power NP-BX1 Battery 2-Pack + Charger
Good if you are stationary and not moving around. Kind of bulky but serves its purpose!
