One of the concerns of people who plan to create and produce content on YouTube is not having the tools and equipment to create and produce content. Most people, in addition to not knowing the different tools, are also concerned about raising the necessary capital to purchase these devices. Today, we want to discuss some of the equipment that you need as a professional YouTuber to create videos on YouTube. We will introduce you to a list of the equipment you need and also the different models of each to make your decision easier.
Camera for YouTube
A camera is one of your main tools for producing content on YouTube, and in a way, it is your most important tool. There are different cameras available for purchase in different sizes and prices. Knowing this will help you choose the right camera based on your needs and budget.
A very important thing to remember is that the camera for content production must have at least 20 megapixel image output and also provide you with the ability to shoot Full HD quality images. Having proper zoom power and the ability to focus on images is another feature of a good camera for making videos for YouTube. Cameras with this feature cost from 5 million to 70 million.
Microphone for YouTube
Good and clear audio quality is very important for your audience. Imagine watching a video on YouTube with poor audio quality and the speaker’s voice is not audible. You will most likely skip it within the first few seconds. So as a content creator, you should make sure that your audio quality is optimal when recording. That’s why it’s better not to rely on the built-in microphone of your laptop or computer.
To have quality sound, you need to get a good microphone. You can use a lapel microphone. Today, lapel microphones are available in various models and prices ranging from 30 thousand tomans to 9 million. Having a sound softening filter, noise cancellation capability, long wire, and antenna coverage are important features that you should pay attention to when buying a microphone. The prices of microphones will vary based on their high quality. In this section, we will introduce several different models of widely used microphones and their uses.
USB microphone
These microphones are perfect for filming near a laptop or computer. You can use a USB microphone for podcasting, blogging, and interviews.
DSLR Microphone
These microphones are suitable for working with a DSLR or other camera system indoors or even outdoors. These microphones provide you with the desired sound quality for filming in the above situations.
Lavalier Microphone
Lavalier microphones, which are more expensive than other microphones, are great for recording performances, seminars, or even interviews, and are also great if you don't want your microphone to be seen. Lavalier microphones come in two types: wired and wireless, depending on your taste and application.
Softbox and lighting equipment
Another thing you need for lighting and image quality is a softbox, which is used to make images bright and clear. As a professional YouTuber, you need to provide the right lighting to your audience to produce content.
All professional YouTubers who have a home studio for recording videos use softboxes for content production to keep the image quality high. Today, there are a variety of affordable softboxes available in the market, which you can choose according to the capital and budget you have for your channel. The price of softboxes available in the market ranges from 400 thousand tomans to 4 million, depending on the type, size, lamp, and quality.
Buy Ring Light
Ring light is also one of the tools used for lighting. But the function of the ring light is not the same as the soft box. The ring light only lights your face, but the soft box lights a very wide area around you and increases the overall quality of the image. Ring lights are suitable for content production for makeup content, YouTube content production, making Dubsmash and making Instagram clips. Having a ring light cannot provide you with the same work as the soft box does. So keep in mind that you can have a more limited use of the ring light.
Tripod for holding camera and phone
A tripod is also one of the most essential tools you need to create and produce videos on YouTube. A tripod is a fixed device for holding a camera or mobile phone so that your image is recorded steadily and you do not have the usual hand-held shaking. This device will help you a lot when recording videos. The price of tripods depends on the size and the manufacturer, from 30 thousand tomans to 20 million tomans.
Webcam and computer camera
Although having a webcam or computer camera is not a must-have for producing content on YouTube, having a quality webcam can be a great help to you. If you plan to produce educational content, it is better to get a suitable Webcam. The price and quality of Webcams available on the market vary greatly, allowing you to choose the tool you need.
In this article, we have introduced a number of tools needed for content production. If you are a beginner, it is better to use basic and quality tools and not spend all your capital on buying professional and expensive equipment at the beginning of the journey.
