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A YouTube home studio

Source: Where’s the supp ort? Handheld tracking shots are really hard to pull off, especially when out on location, but the Befree has a very clever Live Fluid Head, so when you’re panning and tilting your shots you can be sure the camera will stay balancedPerfect shot The Canon EOS 80D allows you to record in either MP4 or MOV file formats depending on your editing and file size needs. You can also use the camera’s built-in Wi-Fi connection (via the free Canon app) for remote shooting direct from your phoneSounding off Using an omni-directional microphone means you can be confident that your voice will be heard. Even if all you’ve got to talk about is how you think your dog might be psychicInto the shadows The Pixapro’s LEDs can be adjusted down to just 10 per cent of their full power, meaning that even if you only need a candle’s worth of additional lighting, you can get it without burning your fingersLitt le black box The HD60 acts as a throughput straight to your TV so you can continue to game on the big screen while your laptop works away in the background capturing all your best moments… or worst. Probably best to take the latter out before sharing

THE READER

Ruby Webber

Ruby has been experimenting with video on her smartphone. She now wants something more professional to film her next idea on, but that still feels lightweight and portable.

01 Canon EOS 80D

There will always be a debate over whether you should be using a dedicated video camera

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