
Vlogging for beginners
Vlogging for beginners demand getting to know of must haves for video blogging. There is no doubt of the growing engagement and influence of Social Medias nowadays. Youtube as an example is big platform to share ideas and experiences though videos. “Vlogger” (blogging through video) or “Youtuber” (a frequent user of the video-sharing website YouTube, especially someone who produces and appears in videos on the site) made different kinds of success. Many enthusiasts can do the same geared with the tools and VLOGGING ESSENTIALS.
Above all of the vlogging essentials is the theme of topic that you will be capturing to share. Gear yourself up with what are you passionate about or topics that you are really good at. As vlogging is sharing information of experiences, you would want to come up with the videos that can build connection to your audience.
After having in mind of what are you going to share through vlogging, you will be needing equipment and tools to produce quality video blogs.
Camera
First thing first, is the Camera. Recording is the key for good video presentation. Depending on the type of video sharing that you are making, you will look for the right camera for vlogging essentials.

The imaging capabilities of Digital SLR cameras is good for video recording. Having a DLSR camera for vlogging offers a lot of flexibility as this comes with wide range of variety for video recording setting. Also, the technology comes with not just for image quality but with reduced noise feature. This is a good investment for vlogging essentials that would go through years.

Being resourceful also can contribute to the success of building your channel. In time you can’t invest yet for the camera, you can utilize the function of your phone for video recording.
Lightning System
Video recording with the camera depends on the quality of the lightning. Therefore, lightning is as important of the camera for vlogging essentials. Get the lightning system according to your setup of recording and needs to enhance the quality of your video.

Video recording accessories
Camera and lightning system on set, take extra step for your vlogging essentials to achieve the quality of your video with the video recording accessories such as backdrop and background, storage for video files, microphone and tripod.
Backdrop and background


Backdrop is a vlogging essential for a more presentable vlogging. This will help for a neat output of the video and easy editing. Backdrop and backdrop background is one of the best video recording accessories that can have a pro-like video to share.
Storage for video files


This might be a least to consider among the vlogging essentials but it is so important. It is well known that quality video recording and image capturing demands a good storage of memory. If your recording devices don’t have enough memory, always have a back-up memory or storage. As capturing valuable clips are taken more than once most of the time. Therefore, have a good amount of storage for recorded videos.
Microphone


Total quality of the video comes with the quality of the sound. There are video recording device that don’t capture clean audio due to many reason like the distance. And this can be solved by microphone.
Tripod


Nevertheless, if you are using your smart phone or camera for video recording, get a tripod. Tripod gives convenient and stability while video recording.
Editing Software
With everything in place and raw video is produced, all you need is to take the finishing touch, the editing part. Make a research for the editing software that will cater the need for easy and wide range setting for editing. And in doing so, consider the device that you will be using for editing because many editing software works differently in respective device like desktop computer, laptop or tablet. In short, consider the compatibility of the editing software to your device.
Final thought
Resourcefulness, creativity and getting used to your device and tools to produce videos for vlogging are important. Build your audience by producing quality videos to share with the Vloging for beginners essentials. I hope you find this helpful and guide you for your vlogging journey.
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52 Comments
Annabel
Thanks for this! Bookmarked for future reference.
Maddison
Found this really useful as I’m just starting out! Thank you
Ntensibe Edgar Michael
Awesome of you to share these!
Blair Villanueva
I’m in search for a good microphone for my camera. Do you recommend a good brand?
Chai
Try Movo VXR1000 Mini HD Shotgun Condenser Microphone for DSLR Video Camera. With good reviews. But settle on whatever best suit your needs
Heather
I have the lighting, camera and tripod. I still feel like we can do better. I’ll have to check out the other things!
Nina Nichols
What a very informative article! I used to think vlogging is just a piece of camera or a phone. I didn’t know such details with gadgets that you actually need.
Sheena Moncatar
A pretty helpful blog for a beginner like me. I would keep everything in mind. Thank you so much for this blog.
Mane
What’s the best editing software for videos? Thanks for sharing, this is very helpful for people who want to do vlogging.
Maysz
I have a plan to make my own Vlog someday and this is really good idea for me! thanks for sharing 🙂
Backpacking Series
We have been dabbling with the idea of vlogging and have started experimenting a bit 🙂 Happy that we found this post just in time and a expert in this space!
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Cool! I use my phone, a tripod and an external mic for mine.
Ketki
Great tips. I am sure beginners would deeply benefit.
Monidipa
Great post. This will give a detailed insight to anyone who wants to start vlogging. Would be definitely handy while making sure that you have enough budget to do everything. Loved it.
charu sharma
Wow! you have everything that I needed. Such a well written posts. Thanks for sharing!
Kiran Giri
I’m thinking about using YouTube videos for my business purposes. Your information will help me.
Chai
Thank you, Giri. It has a lot of potential.
Juli
This post is so good and I here lighting is key to making a great video.
Basesonyou
Thank you so much for sharing i needed this
FlySoulmates
Good tips, but what do you think about gimbals for example Vimble 2?
Chai
I’ll take a look at it. Thank you.
krish
Good write up ..certainly aid the beginners…
All essential details covered …
Thank you
Blair Villanueva
Back in the days, these equipment are seems unattainable. But now, geez its everywhere! And they are so affordable.
pujarini
Quite an interesting post for people who are starting vlogging. Maybe a bit more details on the equipment and technique could be added.
Scott Gilliland
I have been thinking about getting into vlogging for a while now. Getting an insight into what type of equipment I need is very helpful! Will have to see how the costs are for the cameras! Thanks.
Adaezeboltbethel
Thanks for this helpful post, I have be planning to vlog for a while now but I have not gotten the courage and necessary advise to start. Thanks once again.
Melissa
I started vlogging all my trips and let me tell it’s so hard to get comfortable infront of the camera lol. I need to get more comfortable and talk more. Great post!
aisasami
Thanks for the tips for vlogging! Recently, I have been thinking of try to do vlogging but I am extremely camera shy. But everyone does and I think it would be nice to promote what I talk about in my blog on Youtube.
Tushar
Someday, if I decide to start a vlog, I will com looking for this post again…
Heather
SO STRANGE! I was literally having a conversation with my daughter about 10 minutes ago about vlogs. I’ve been wanting that light forever.
Poorna Banerjee
The camera bit is so true! I hate vloggers with bad video quality!
Everything on a plate
We have always wanted to do a blog but we are Terribly camera shy! We always good up when a camera faces us
Serena Millet
Thanks for the info. I’ve wanted to start a blog but it seemed overwhelming to figure everything out. This article definitely helps!
Evelyn Hernandez
Great article, I recently started making videos.
Cassie
Thanks for the great tips, I’ve been meaning to get started doing this
Amreena Jan
Hello there, such a useful post. Definitely a guide to those who are stuck with how to begin. Thanks for sharing. ☺️
Neil Alvin Nicerio
Nice! However, most of the time vlogging requires a twi man team.. That’s the challenge in it.
Kamapala Chukwuka
This such a helpful post. I’m seriously thinking of starting a vlog. Thanks for sharing this list.
Love, Sawyer
I feel kind of foolish admitting I had no idea how much was actually involved in vlogging. I just thought it was people sitting in front of their webcam… Great post, I learnt a lot.
priscilla
I’m just barely getting into wanting to make videos. This was very useful. Thanks.
Emmanuel Ekanem
Hello Chai,
Such a detailed post you’ve made here.
Anyone who is planning to start Vlogging will indeed find this content very helpful.
Nice one.
Meygan
Love the detailed article! I never thought about all of the other equipment involved – I always assumed a good camera and some editing software is enough!
Angelle
You are spot on with this vlogging guide. I’ve learned that professional camera gear and high-quality editing software makes all the difference with the turnout of the finished video.
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Good tips for beginners. I have no ventured into vlogging yet.
JITEN
Nice information
calymonreal.com
Thanks for sharing! This is definitely a great post for those who want to start vlogging but don’t know where to start.
Jane T
nice list and tips. Thanks
Luna S
I really like that light ring kit! Thanks for sharing all of these.
Grace Esedeke
Thank you for sharing this resources. I’ve been procrastinating on starting a vlog for a really long time. Might just get myself to start it soon. I’ll save this list for later.
Thanks.
Cheers!
prabashi
great insight
Chloe Minette
Really well discussed topic. Perhaps you could try out some of the equipment yourself and do a follow up blog post about which ones you like
Chai
Yes, Chloe. And I will do a review. Thanks 🙂