What is the best camera for youtube videos?

What Kind Of Cameras Do YouTubers Use? 2018

Brand/ Camera	Video Quality	Flip Screen
Canon G7X	1080P HD	Yes
Canon 70D	1080P HD	Yes
Canon PowerShot 120	1080P HD	No
Sony Cyber-shot RX100 IV	1080P HD	Yes

No camera will make you an instant success on YouTube. However, it can make the process easier.

Having started my YouTube channel with a webcam and phone, I quickly upgraded to an inexpensive camcorder and then DSLR. These upgrades came after getting my audio sorted, which I feel is your first upgrade after finding a camera that can quickly auto-focus.

Whether you're a beginner, or just looking to upgrade, I'll take you through a few of my favorite cameras right now. Compared to higher-end options, these cameras are not only more affordable, they actually look very similar in overall picture quality.

5 Entry-Level YouTube Cameras You Should Know About

Looking to make it big in the YouTube world? First, you'll need a camera. Here are some affordable options that make our shortlist.

Canon T7i

When I started my YouTube channel I used a webcam and my smartphone to get by. After that, I quickly upgraded to the T3i. It was a huge upgrade, but my T3i didn't have autofocus. Fast forward to the impressive Canon T7i and you'll see that Canon has made huge improvements to it's mid-range DSLR.

The T7i is lightweight. This makes it a fantastic option for hooking up to a flexible tripod or taking it on the go. Anytime you can eliminate weight, it just makes your job that much easier. Plus the hotshoe on top makes it easy to mount a good shotgun microphone.

This isn't the T3i of old, rather it has an autofocus that's on par with the Canon EOS 70D and is the same price. So before we go any farther with this model, which one should you go with? Let's look at the 70D.

Canon EOS 70D

If you're looking for a good camera for YouTube in the under $1,000 you've likely come across recommendations for the Canon EOS 70D.

Going with a camera that's a few years old can be a great way to spend money and the Canon EOS 70D, even though not completely new, is still being used by a massive amount of YouTubers after being popularized by famous YouTuber Casey Neistat.

And if you go out regularly by yourself, you'll understand why. The 70D keeps the image focused during your video. It's facial autofocus is fantastic and the STM and image stabilization are incredible. It's fast, easy, and effective. In fact, it's much better than even the expensive cameras I have.

In addition, it has a flip-out LCD for seeing yourself while you film - a requirement for those who can't afford a full-time person behind the camera. Throw it on a good budget tripod like the Gorillapod and you're ready to go.

No it doesn't do 4k. However, most people aren't watching YouTube in 4k anyway right now. It's difficult to stream, hard to store, and doesn't look that much better on your handheld device.

Still, the older EOS 70D is at the same price point as the Canon T7i. So, to help you with your decision, let's take a look at some of the key specifications of each of these cameras.

Canon EOS 70D vs Canon T7i Specifications

	EOS Rebel T7i	EOS 70D
Sensor	24.2 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor.	20.2 MP APS-C CMOS sensor and DIGIC 5+
ISO Range	ISO Range 100-25600 expands to 51200	ISO Range Auto, 100-12800 (25600 with boost)
Weight	weight: 532g 1.18 pounds	755G 1.66 pounds
Autofocus	Dual Pixel CMOS AF (more refined but same system)	Dual Pixel CMOS AF
Additional Notes:	App is updated for remotely controlling camera and works better than 70D's	Weather Sealed Body

Final Thoughts:

So, there are a few problems with the EOS 70D. It's getting older, doesn't have a better picture, has many of the same specs as the T7i, has an inferior sensor, and is significantly heavier. If you plan on remotely controlling your camera, you'll also notice that the T7i's app is more refined just like you'll find with the newer EOS 80D.

Ultimately, if you can get the 70D for cheap refurbished or used, it might be a great way to get in the game on a budget. That being said, if it's the same price as the T7i, you should go with the T7i or jump up to the newer model in the EOS 80D for an additional $300. For us, the T7i is clearly what you want to jump from your phone. That's why it makes our shortlist for our good and cheap audio and video setup for YouTube.

Under $500

Finding the Canon T5i here for under $500 might be a good option if you're operating with a limited budget. Use the stock 18-55mm lens and you're off to the races. That being said, it's still tempting here to step up another $250 and go with the T7i or 70D.

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