Plonk it down on a tripod base or surface, and it'll turn to keep you in shot as you walk around in front of it. The Sony ZV-1 (above) trumps it for outright video quality, but if you tend to shoot a lot of walk-and-talk style clips to camera, then the Pocket 2's combination of a three-axis gimbal and solid face-tracking could make it more appealing.Ĭompared to the Osmo Pocket (which remains on sale as a more affordable alternative), the DJI Pocket 2 brings a new larger sensor, a brighter lens, improved microphones and wider field of view, which means you don't have to hold it out at arm's length when talking to camera. We were big fans of the original DJI Osmo Pocket, but this sequel fixes a lot of its limitations and makes it the best compact option around for solo filmmakers. We’ve tested models to suit every budget, including some of the best beginner cameras and the best mirrorless cameras, and to help you choose, we’ve reviewed and ranked the best vlogging cameras in the list below – as well as included some tips to consider when making a buying decision. Vlogging aside, I’ve found that these dedicated cameras can be excellent value, often offering more features than other similar cameras from leading brands, and for less money, so you might just find an excellent camera that also stretches beyond your vlogging endeavors. But what the cameras in this list do is make the vlogging process as easy as possible, and we can expect new tools for the job in future cameras. Strictly speaking, the label is a marketing tool – any camera that can shoot video can vlog. However, Nikon recently got in on the action, too, with the Z30, as has Panasonic with the G100.

Cameras designed for vlogging are a growing market, pushed by Sony as you can see by its dominant presence in this guide.

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