Hi all, thanks for helping.

I looking for a vlogging camera that has good video quality, at least 1080p 60 fps (so i can do slo-mo), also i prefer models that has space for improvements, so next time when i have more budget i can invest better lens and external mic, so compact cameras should not be in my consideration.

I search across the internet, i got stuffs like a6000, a5100, some even intro me RX10, 70D, 80D and so on.
So far i like mirrorless alot bcos it is lightweight, but it's a tough decision to make.

My budget is around 2k+, hopefully can get a good recommendation for an all round vlogging video camera.

Thanks in advance guys!

A6000

Pros: Portability, lightweight, small size.
Cons: Limited to 15 lens that Sony offers (not sure about 3rd party). And all of them are expensive, battery life is poor esp in your case if you're doing video recording. No touch screen and tilting limited.

EOS 80D/70D

Pros: Arsenal of lenses offered to explore and use , you get more add-on accessory (ext mic, stabilizer etc), faster AF (dual pixel AF), touch screen and more tillable angles.
Cons: Heavy, More expensive.

Decision is up to you. Since you're mentioned that you will invest in lenses in the future, dslr would fit the bill.
As for mirrorless, you need to bring extra batteries while shooting videos. Personal experience from using the a6000 to record. They are really thirsty!

I was about to recommend the Canon eos M5/6 till I see your budget....... . If that is the case, I'd recommend you to go for a5100 because of the flip up touchscreen, which is good for video vlogging. Have a look at the following video. If you don't need to look at the screen while u do vlogging, then u can go for a6000, which has more control and a EVF which can be useful under bright sunlight.

if this vlog is usually you sitting in front of the camera, camera on tripod, then A5100 fits the bill. start with the 16-50 kit lens and move on from there.

however, there is no mic jack and hotshoe. so its better if you record audio separately. a cheap way is to record audio using a earphone with mic as a lavalier, connected to your phone. extra work to sync the audio in editing though.

for A6000, you gain the hotshoe, but you need to use Sony's MMI mics which can be expensive. you'll also lose the tilt screen.

if this vlog is more to walking around, travelling, then stabilization becomes important. you can also consider DJI Osmo.

EDIT: just to elaborate more, DJI osmo is definitely not a camera to turn into a system, but personally i think a well-stabilized video (even on smaller sensor) looks better than a non-stabilized video from the superior APS-C sensor.

This post has been edited by dvlzplayground: Mar 29 2017, 09:08 AM

Honestly, i would recommend the RX100 mk4 over all those other options, specifically, the a6000 and a5100 because i've used both of those before.

Here's why:
1. In body optical stabilization. (works alot better than the OSS in sony lenses)
2. Built-in ND filter. (you can switch it on and off when you go in and outdoors, especially useful for vlogs)
3. Portable. (although the interchangeable lens mirrorless cameras like the a6000 or a5100 is small enough, for vlogging purposes when you need to take your camera in and out of your bag or pocket, this can get very cumbersome after a while)
4. Power bank chargeable (you can shoot with this for all day with a powerbank attached)
5. Did i mention internal 4K??????

This post has been edited by shanetsh: Apr 1 2017, 03:17 AM