10 Best Vlogging Cameras for Beginners UK 2024 | Sony, Fujifilm and More

With multiple awards to its name, the Sony ZV-1 was an easy choice for our number one spot, just as it was for publications such as Tech Radar and the Independent. It has everything all wrapped up in a neat, compact chassis that makes it both ideal for taking on the go and filming at home.

On it, you'll find a microphone slot and an incredible - as always - Zeiss lens. While it contains all of our favourite features, plenty of the settings can be noodled with on the body - without software - such as colour grading and filters. Add to that a competitive price point, and that's a lot of camera for your money. 

While most of the cameras included in our ranking focus solely on vlogging, the X-S10 from Fujifilm is adept in all areas of photography and videography. Therefore, if you fancy yourself as a bit of a whiz who would like to explore all areas of content creation, then this could be right up your street. 

While it's expensive, it does have many excellent features that are enhanced due to the sensor and processor that the camera uses. There's also a 10 x slow-motion mode and F-log recording, and it's extremely comfortable to use. 

There's no way we could talk about content creation and vlogging without included something from GoPro. These are the guys that revolutionised the way action footage is shot and, frankly, are one of the main reasons these types of spaces exist on the internet.

We've opted for their latest release, the Hero 9 Black. One of the great features is the option of filming at an even higher quality - 5K - than most other cameras, although this only works at 30 FPS. But for us, the HyperSmooth Boost stabilisation is our favourite, as it allows you to shoot silky smooth footage at all resolutions and frame rates.

While it might not make a massive leap from its predecessor, the GH5 Mark II does have one feature that vloggers will find attractive - wireless streaming. This is all made relatively simple with buttons on the body that quickly take you there, whether that is YouTube, Facebook or Twitch. 

Add that to the simply fantastic video quality, top-notch FPS, image stabilisation etc., and you have one hell of a camera on your hands. The downside, it comes at a pretty hefty price tag, so while you'll be able to shoot everything from the street, a part of you won't even want to take the camera out of the house. 

We told you earlier that DJI make some great cameras, and this has to be one of their most inventive, for sure. The Pocket 2 is designed with travel in mind, but although compact, it still has the image quality and battery life of much bigger models and even comes with a built-in gimble. 

Not only does the device have autofocus, but one of the most impressive features for solo vloggers is the face tracking model, meaning you'll never get lost in the shot. This doesn't only work handheld either, put it on a tripod, and it will automatically move to keep you in the frame. 

The Canon EOS M50 has a few features that make it a dream for a budding vlogger. For instance, the vari-angle touchscreen is dynamic and responsive. Plus, you can also film in vertical, which is ideal for those who want to post on Instagram as well as YouTube. 

However, if shooting 4K is your main priority, then sadly, this probably isn't the camera for you. The camera simply takes too much quality out of the shots - something it inherited from its predecessor. Still, if 1080p is manageable for you, then this remains a trusted choice. 

While many folks would consider this specific type of camera a webcam rather than an actual camera, the reality is the technology in there is more than capable of entry-level vlogging - hence the name. It has a trusted autofocus system (10 cm to infinity) and an included omnidirectional mic.

Sure, the image quality is perhaps not as up-to-date as other options on the list, and it doesn't have the choice of recording anywhere other than your computer, but, at this price, it's hard to complain. Therefore, if you're planning to only shoot at home and you need to keep the cost down, this is a decent option. 

The Canon GX range has long been popular with bloggers of all types, and they've managed to turn it up a notch again with their latest instalment. The biggest inclusion - which is surprising that they didn't include it earlier - is a microphone socket to allow better audio. 

They've also allowed not only wi-fi connectivity, but the camera can stream straight to YouTube, meaning there'll be no downgrade in content quality if you decide to go live. We do have an issue with the lack of a viewfinder, though, as it makes framing a little more difficult.  

DIJ make an array of different cameras, but here, we have their first foray into the action camera market, and we have to say what a great effort it is. One of the most impressive features is their RockSteady, an EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization System), which delivers stable, shake-free footage no matter how heavy the action. 

Moreover, unlike other action cameras, it also contains a front screen that allows content creators to see how their shot is framed whilst they're active. It might not be to everyone's requirements or taste, but this is a solid choice for those who want something rough and ready.

Fujifilm's X-T200 has plenty to offer for beginner vloggers. Firstly, it has the classic vintage vibe that their X-series is famous for, but it also captures impressive footage due to the sensor, which catches 6K before downsizing. While this might seem like it distorts images, they come out much better than the camera's 1080p option. 

Furthermore, the screen is sharp and bright, making it easy to read and ideal for framing purposes. The downside is that the image stabilisation only works in one particular mode - 4K. So, if you do decide to film at a lower quality - say for battery purposes - you'll need to be prepared for extra editing time.