What photo and video equipment is used for filming the Sailing La Vagabonde vlog?

Now everyone is interested in what kind of photo and video equipment famous bloggers and vloggers are shooting, followed by hundreds of thousands and millions of subscribers in Youtube, Instagram, etc. They set trends, they test and promote products, their experience and opinion are trusted by users and potential buyers much more than expert publications.

Concerning Sailing La Vagabonde, It is certainly interesting what technique the most creative vloggers from the yachting community use, but their success depends only partially on this component. An interesting script, charisma, quality of editing, color correction and many other professional and personal qualities are extremely important for running a successful vlog, which, if properly designed, will eventually become a successful business. According to various sources, at the moment, with a mark of 1.3 million followers, Sailing La Vagabonde earn about $ 25,000 per episode. Wow!

Of course, they work a lot on this + pay the lease for the catamaran. And returning to the issue of digital technology, we propose to get acquainted with the set of gadgets that are used Elaina and Riley, and perhaps you will decide on some technique for yourself!

Canon EOS 6D with EF 24-105mm Lens

This DSLR is not new - 2012; What's more, it's the first Canon DSLR to come with built-in Wi-Fi wireless connectivity and GPS - something you won't be surprised at today. But despite its age, any Canon EOS camera is compatible with all sets of accessories, so they can be upgraded for a long time.

Canon 6D resolution - 20.2 megapixels; video shooting is supported in the format 1920 × 1080, up to 30 frames / s, with video compression - H.264. Even in low light conditions, the camera shoots in excellent quality, with an ISO range of 100-25600, expanding to 50-102400; Continuous shooting - 4.5 frames per second (up to 1250 frames in JPEG, 17 frames in RAW); Exposure range - 1/4000 - 30 s + long exposure; HDR maintains high detail in highlights and shadows + composite shots can be created using multiple exposure.

In 2017, this model was replaced by the Canon EOS 6D Mark II, which supports video recording up to 60 frames / s in 1920 × 1080; the resolution of this model is 26.2 megapixels and the sensitivity range is increased ISO 50-40000; and also with an increased shooting speed - 6.5 frames per second; there is the possibility of shooting time-lapses in 4K format; a new swivel touchscreen is convenient for taking selfies, and many other updates. The cost of the new model, including the lens, is approximately $ 2,300.

Panasonic Lumix GH5 with 4K video support

Panasonic Lumix GH5 Is one of the most popular video cameras among bloggers. The increased frame rate provides excellent motion compensation as well as the ability to slow down footage while processing video without losing quality. Plus, the camera has no shooting time limit, so you can record videos longer than half an hour.

Lumix GH5 Is a 20.3 megapixel mirrorless camera with a digital Live MOS sensor. It shoots videos in 4K format (3840 x 2160) up to 60 fps and photos in 6K format. Thanks to the Dual IS 5-Axis Image Stabilizer, the stabilization works equally well for both stills and video. In general, this camera has a lot of revolutionary features that take amateur filming to a new high level. No wonder she is so popular. The cost of this model, including the lens, is about $ 1,900.

Canon PowerShot G7 Compact Camera

Canon PowerShot G7 Captures professional quality images in all lighting conditions - that's her specialty. This is a budget camera, but with quality optics. It is suitable for video shooting. Shoots as Full HD up to 60 frames per second, and its processor allows you to capture crisp images with a resolution of 20.1 megapixels. Even when recording video at maximum zoom while on the move, it will be reasonably smooth. This compact Canon camera features a large rotatable touchscreen display for unlimited shooting control. Its cost is about $ 500.

Action camera GoPro Hero4

GoPro Hero4 Is an old model released in 2014. Like everyone else GoPro, it is primarily intended for outdoor activities and travel. This model can shoot high definition 4K (3840 x 2160) video at 30fps and 1080p (1920 x 1080) video at 120fps. The action camera guarantees professional shooting in any conditions. For example, its waterproof casing is designed to be submerged under water to a depth of 40 meters. It also takes up to 30 photos per second at 12MP resolution.

Mode Time lapse allows you to automatically take pictures from 0.5 to 60 seconds. Functions Night Photo and Night Lapse allow you to take high-quality photos and videos in low light. You can easily adjust exposure settings or set a slower shutter speed for visual effects. It is also equipped with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technologies, which allows you to connect to applications GoPro.

In general, before its appearance, such a result could only be obtained with the help of a large professional camera. Of course, for 2020 we already have GoPro Hero7 ($ 200 - $ 330) and GoPro Hero8 ($ 400 - $ 450), and their capabilities have been scaled up several times.

Spivo 360 Swivel Selfie Stick

The Swivel Selfie Stick is a cool thing to switch between selfies and environment shots. It has a 360-degree toggle button, mount for GoPro as standard, and a mount for iPhone additionally. It can be used anywhere and in any way, on land and under water. The plus is that you can shoot a video quickly by switching the camera to where you need it in a split second, and the fact that videos, especially short ones, will not require any editing. It will already look ready. Minimum effort! The cost depends on the configuration, from $ 50 to $ 75.

Drone DJI Phantom 4 (Version UE)

This drone model came out in 2016, followed by a version DJI Phantom 4 Pro with updates. In this model, the camera is part of the drone, not part of the external structure, and shoots 4K video. The construction itself is quite solid with powerful motors, which makes the camera stabilization very good. There are quick-release mounts, visual positioning sensors designed for collision avoidance, and smart return home thanks to GPS. Features such as TapFly allow you to mark on the tablet screen where the drone should fly, and ActiveTrack sets the image of the subject and keeps it in the frame. DJI Phantom 4 capable of staying in the air for up to 28 minutes, and also has a maximum speed of up to 72 km / h. The cost varies depending on the version and configuration - $ 1300 - $ 1700.

Editing videos in Adobe Premiere Pro

So where does the real magic happen? Elaina usually sets the theme for the weekly video, and does the editing of the latest footage from cameras, GoPro and drone, also sometimes using flashback frames from archives, complementing with a pleasant selection of music. The result is a very dynamic picture that is incredibly interesting to watch, even if you don't always fully understand Riley's Australian accent.

So, video editing takes place in the program Adobe Premiere Prowhich interacts perfectly with many of the company's products for added effects. Using the program costs about $ 20 a month.

As you can see, to shoot high quality videos, It is not at all necessary to have the latest generation technology, or to change it with every new product release. Much of the magic happens with high-quality and interesting script and material processing.

19.02.2020