Thanks to Storyblocks for sponsoring this video! Download unlimited stock media at one set price with Storyblocks: https://www.storyblocks.com/katie 🎬 I’ve travelled to 20 countries now, and I’ve vlogged in all of them. Every trip I go on, I optimize my travel vlogging camera kit a little bit more; I learn what I actually really use, and what’s worth carrying with me when I’m walking around exploring all day. I’m about to leave on a huge, three week trip to Japan, and I think I’ve landed on the perfect travel vlog kit in 2024! So let’s talk about it! 🎬 Get my team of editors to edit your YouTube videos! 👉🏻 https://www.creatorlymedia.com ✨ 🚐 Watch my van life / travel channel https://www.youtube.com/@KatieandDan 📕 TABLE OF CONTENTS 📕 00:00 I’ve vlogged in 20+ countries now - here’s what I pack for travel vlogging 00:31 THE CAMERA BAG - Bellroy Venture Sling 6L 01:58 My travel vlog camera - Sony ZV-E1 02:39 The best Sony vlogging lens - 16-25mm f2.8 02:45 Sony video features that are KEY for travel vlogging 04:15 the microphone I use with my vlog camera - ECM G1 05:00 other camera wearing options 05:25 DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - the perfect discreet vlog camera 06:38 DJI Mic 2 - the best audio on the go 07:57 the rest of my travel EDC (everyday carry) 08:33 no drone? Here’s why… 10:10 Insta360 - a true travel vlog staple!! 11:22 the extra lens - Sony 70-350mm 11:51 backup umbrella 12:03 stamp book for trains in Japan! 12:47 any recommendations for Japan? Let me know in the comments! All of the products mentioned in this video (with the exception of the Insta360 X4, as I mentioned) were purchased by me, with my own money. I’ll always let you know if I’ve been gifted something or if I’m an affiliate! The links below are affiliate links, which means I’m able to earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you choose to purchase through these links. Thanks for supporting my channel! Bellroy Venture Sling: https://geni.us/ksbellroy Sony ZV-E1 https://geni.us/kszve1 Sony 16-25mm f2.8 https://geni.us/ks1625 Sony ECM G1 https://geni.us/ksecmg1 Extra batteries + charger https://geni.us/ksnpbatteries Peak Design Leash https://geni.us/kswriststrap Peak Design wrist strap https://geni.us/kswriststrap DJI Osmo Pocket 3: https://geni.us/ksosmo3 Wide Angle adapter for Pocket 3: https://geni.us/ksosmowide Osmo Pocket Battery grip extender: https://geni.us/ksosmobattery Osmo Pocket Mini tripod: https://geni.us/ksosmotripod DJI Mic 2: https://geni.us/ksdji2 DJI to Sony Hot Shoe Adapter: https://geni.us/ksdjiadapter Insta360 X4: https://www.insta360.com/sal/x4?utm_term=INR6YF1 Sony 70-350mm: https://geni.us/ks70350mm Wanna work with me? Check out my creative agency https://www.creatorlymedia.com Follow us on Instagram for social media strategy tips daily! ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/creatorlymedia 🔗 Links *some of these are affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase on the site after clicking these links, I could earn a commission, at no extra charge to you. Thanks for supporting the channel! 🎧 Background Music: https://share.epidemicsound.com/6x4f73 💻 how I edit my videos: https://geni.us/davinciresolveGGlink 📹 the gear I use to make my videos: main camera: https://geni.us/kszve1 lens: https://geni.us/ks1625 lav mics: https://geni.us/ksdji2 mini mics: https://geni.us/djimicmini tripod: https://geni.us/ksulanzi ✨ Get my free gear guide with all the links (and alternative options!) https://katiesteckly.com/gear 👋🏻 About Me Hey, I'm Katie! I make videos about social media strategy and content creation. In addition to being a YouTuber, I’m also the founder of a small video editing agency called Creatorly Media! We edit videos for YouTubers and video podcasters. If you want our help or just want to learn more, check out https://www.creatorlymedia.com. Outside of my work, I love to travel (I live part-time in a self-converted camper van!) and I have a hobby YouTube channel that documents it! https://www.youtube.com/@KatieandDan