by John Snowden
If you’re starting out in videography, having the right camera and lens for videos will make all the difference to your experience. But you don’t have to break the bank just yet – there are plenty of camera bundles for beginners that will do the trick. Whether you want an affordable camera bundle to produce brilliant home movies, a vlogging starting kit or a great mirrorless camera for video creations, Ted’s Cameras has you covered with this list of the best camera and lens bundles for vlogging and making videos.
This camera bundle for vlogging is exactly what you need if you’re looking for an easy upgrade from your smartphone or a compact camera. This portable Canon mirrorless camera kit offers excellent image quality and a host of user-friendly features, making it a great camera for beginner vloggers and one of the best cameras for filmmaking on a budget.
The large APS-C sensor is capable of brilliant 4K resolution video, there is a tilting LCD screen to help vloggers perfect their framing while in front of the lens, while a microphone input and hotshoe are available for utilising external microphones for better audio quality. The crucial addition of vertical video recording makes the step between the capture and sharing your vlogs to your favourite platform faster and easier. To complete this vlogging starter kit, the Canon 15-45mm lens is a versatile standard zoom lens that will allow you to frame any shot from group interviews to POV shots and more.
Last but not least, this bundle also includes the Canon HG100 Bluetooth tripod grip, which doubles as a comfortable handheld grip and tabletop tripod. It includes a Bluetooth remote for easily controlling the camera without physically having to touch it. A videographer’s dream!
The Sony ZV-1 compact digital camera took the content creation world by storm not too long ago. Now, Sony has given us the ZV-E10, a vlogging mirrorless camera that includes much of the same vlogging-friendly features but also has an interchangeable lens for versatility. The 16-50mm lens is a great lens for videos with its versatile zoom range, portability and power zoom function.
The ZV-E10 records video in 4K resolution and includes a fast hybrid AF system to ensure your videos are in focus. The side-tilting LCD screen is great for selfie shots and is touch-sensitive for quick and easy operation. Audio quality is no afterthought with this mirrorless camera, making it one of the best cameras for videos; you can choose between the high-quality built-in directional 3-capsule microphone, or make use of the microphone and headphone ports to attach external audio devices. This beginner-friendly camera bundle also comes with a Bluetooth tripod/grip for brilliant vlogs.
The Nikon Z range has no shortage of cameras for videographers; today we are putting the spotlight on the wonderful Nikon Z7II. Not only does it record beautiful UHD 4K60p video, it can also produce brilliant still images with its 45.7MP FX-format image sensor. The Z7II makes use of a huge 3.2-inch LCD screen for framing your videos. Those that seek a more advanced workflow will appreciate the inclusion of 10-bit N-Log and 12-bit RAW output in this camera, while microphone and headphone ports are available for capturing great audio quality.
The Nikon Z mount has no shortage of high-quality lenses to mount on your mirrorless camera. Our pick is the 28-75mm f2.8 lens kit, thanks to its classic standard zoom range, as well as its fast f2.8 constant aperture that helps you produce videos with beautiful bokeh.
The famous Canon EOS R range is capable of equally impressive still image and video quality, and the Canon EOS R5 has earned its place on our list of the best cameras for videos with its brilliant 8K30p resolution video. That high resolution is present in RAW with no crop for those seeking the best possible video quality, while anyone interested in slow-motion video recording will be pleased to find 4K120p resolution. Creative cinematographers will also appreciate the ability to produce time-lapse videos in various resolutions.
Canon’s Dual Pixel AF II is available during video recording on the EOS R5 for a fast and near-silent AF performance. 5-Axis image stabilisation is included to keep videos smooth and free from blur, so you can use this perfect camera for filmmaking handheld! Plus, it includes dual memory card slots; the 8K resolution files require plenty of space, so the ability to overflow to a second card is crucial.
The range of Canon RF lenses is constantly growing with wide-angle, telephoto and macro lenses available, to name just a few options. The 24-105mm STM lens in this easy vlogging bundle will suit the majority of video purposes with its longer than average zoom range, as well as its smooth, fast and quiet STM AF motor.
Bring your visions to life with the right camera gear
At the end of the day, your visions for amazing films will only come true on one condition: that you start filming now! Grab all of the camera gear you need at Ted’s Cameras’ online store, and bring your filmmaking visions to life. For tips on how to start a YouTube channel, a TikTok account and more, check out Ted’s Cameras’ blog!
