Whether you are you are a videographer, video blogger or an ordinary tourist, capturing the distinctive places you see and the noteworthy people you meet via video is one of the best ways to document and conserve that memorable experience.
When it comes to the video gear you will need, look for equipment that provides quality video capture, portability, durability (in terms of being able to handle impacts, temperature changes, and moisture while traveling), sufficient storage capacity, and the ability to provide the best perspective, angles, and other controls that will give you a near-perfect capture of the moment.
Here is a list of the best travel gear for videography, whether you are on the ground or if you want to get some cinematic aerial shots.
DJI Ronin-M 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer ()
For capturing professional quality videos with ease, this handheld 3-axis camera is the ideal choice for videographers and filmmakers. It has three operation modes to use: Underslung Mode, which lets you shoot right at chest level; Upright Mode for holding the camera to the ground to get perspective from below, and Briefcase Mode for capturing motion that moves through constricted pathways.
It is extremely durable and made of high-quality materials that help keep it rigid. It is very portable as it can easily be dismantled and assembled in a few minutes. It can even be remote controlled for free operation. And it has all the power feature for integrating with your video system including Bluetooth and USB connection, powerful receivers, and 2.4GHz Receivers.
Canon 1DX Mark II ()
This 20-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor DSLR camera was released in 2016 and is still a favorite. Its dual-pixel autofocus system can take DCI 4K video with up to 60 frames per second, allowing you to shoot full high-definition video.
One of the most important features of this camera is its autofocusing ability, which allows you to easily focus on a subject. This can easily be controlled by a touchscreen LCD so that you can choose and change which subject to focus on before, and during, video recording. It is also built for travel because of its built-in supported GPS support for automatic clock setting, location setting, geo tagging, and video organizing.
Sony A7SII ()
This handheld full-frame 35mm digital camera is ideal for capturing notable video and images. Its low-light sensitivity allows for optimal shooting in the dark because the 12MP camera has better light collecting capability.
Considered the best video shooting still camera, it is also capable of 4K video recording at a professional level. The movable screen allows for ease of shooting below and above head height. It comes with an improved ergonomic design for enhanced handling, and has a useful locking mode dial to prevent accidental switching to another mode.
In spite of its rather compact size, it provides full-frame sensor. And as a handheld camera, its 5-axis stabilization balances any motion with open shutter, dispensing the need for a tripod, making it perfect for travel and video bloggers.
DJI Mavic Pro ()
With the advent of drones, everyday travelers now have the power to break into aerial photography, which was previously restricted to people with enough money to rent an aircraft to take pictures. And when it comes to taking airborne imagery or aerial content using drone, nothing beats the DJI Mavic Pro. What sets this gear from its contemporaries is its portability without compensating the powerful features and abilities of quality video camera.
It is equipped with a 4K camera and super compact 3-axis gimbal, for high-3quality stable videos free of resolution drops that is complimented by auto subject tracking and obstacle detection. With great battery life and camera performance, the portability of this drone camera makes it the best in its field.
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