According to the Market Analysis Report published by Grand View Research, the global camera accessories market is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 4% over the forecast period.

On the other hand, the rapid development of social media has also affected the camera accessories market. As of 2020, there are approximately 38 million YouTube channels worldwide. Vloggers are mostly influencers who strive to create the best content to grow followers, enhance followers' engagement, and increase further content revenue. Therefore, many vloggers are now replacing their phones with professional cameras and camera accessories.

Buyers have long believed that only camera manufacturers can produce the most compatible accessories for their cameras. However, this situation is rapidly changing with the advent of standard quality accessories on the wholesale market.

In this article, we will mainly introduce the essential camera accessories for vloggers and how SmallRig can help you.

What are camera accessories and why do you need them?

A new camera isn't the only solution to improve the shooting quality. Camera accessories could be of help to improve image quality by providing special and additional support for the camera. But the best camera accessories are not necessarily big, expensive, or complicated. For example, bags, flashlights, gimbals, camera cages, USB cables, large viewfinders, tripods, and other accessories are all in trend.

There is an incredible world of camera accessories to explore to make your photography and videography easier and better. For example, the best gimbal can stabilize your camera for really smooth, professional footage if you shoot video. Besides, the best microphone can change the quality of your audio. If you want to know more details about the camera accessories, please keep reading.

Essential camera accessories for vloggers to produce quality videos

Camera accessories are essential and useful gear that enables vloggers to improve the quality of their videos. It's easy for audiences to tell if a video is professionally produced compared to a normal production. Therefore, if you want to be a professional full-time vlogger, you'll need the right shooting accessory. The following is a list of essential camera accessories for vloggers:

Tripod

A tripod is one of the most must-have camera accessories you can own. No matter what type of vlogger you are, you need a tripod for your career. The first and most common function of a tripod is to keep your camera steady.

In addition, if your camera needs to use a slow shutter speed to capture enough light with a good exposure in poor light, a tripod can be of help. SmallRig Heavy-Duty Fluid Head Tripod AD-01 3751, designed for videoing, is one of the bestsellers in 2022. It features a new generation of head design and an updated quick-release plate with a built-in spanner to allow the camera to be placed quickly. Additionally, this product can meet different height demands of indoor and outdoor scenarios.

Gimbal

The kit of vlogging accessories isn't complete without a gimbal. Camera gimbal is another tool for capturing smooth video with your camera. The gimbal allows you to rotate the camera in multiple axes. In general, a gimbal is often used for travel vlogs.

On the other hand, the gimbal counteracts the external motion through the rotation of the shaft, so the shooting is not affected. Smallrig DJI solution is at the top of most lists for gimbals. For more product information, please check out our product page!

Camera Cage

Camera cages greatly expand the capabilities of video production. A camera cage is a metal cage that surrounds the camera body and provides multiple mounting points for accessories such as microphones, lights, monitors, etc. Once the camera is attached to the cage, you can add the accessories you need to create a high-quality vlog.

SmallRig has camera cage solutions for various leading camera brands, which are designed to provide accessory mounting and protection for the camera. For example, the cage supports the top handle, side handle, and monitor mounting, and has a cold shoe on top for connecting microphones, LED lights, etc.

Lighting

When you start vlogging, you realize that poor-light situations are common. Even with a camera with good poor-light performance, it can be difficult to keep the ISO low enough to prevent the footage from looking too rough. And a lighting system can help. Lighting systems for vlogging help you to shoot better in poor light, shape contrast, and cast creative light effects with the RGB function. Check out SmallRig Lighting Solutions here.

Microphone

Another factor in the professionalism of your vlogging is the audio quality. The microphone reduces background noise and produces clear, directional sound to amplify your voice. For example, the Lavalier microphone is a suitable choice if you are always on the move. This type of microphone needs to be placed close to the mouth. A wireless one just saves you from the worries of cords.

SmallRig Lavalier microphones provide high-quality recordings. In addition, the microphone requires no batteries and plug-and-play. For more details on the product, please check here.

How SmallRig can help?

Founded in 2013, SmallRig develops, designs, and produces complete content creation accessory solutions for cameras, and mobile phones. Our accessories are widely used for live streaming, vlogging, professional video production, etc.

The SmallRig Universal ARRI Locating Handle 2165C is an all-in-one and half-handle with a simple ergonomic design. ARRI-type mounts allow for quick assembly and disassembly. On the other hand, locating pins enables horizontal and vertical attachment while securing the camera. In addition, the product comes with multiple accessory threads, three cold shoe mounts for monitors, LED lights or microphones, and a built-in wrench for easy access.

The SmallRig Universal ARRI Locating Handle can be combined with all the aforementioned accessories. Overall, this lightweight and practical handle provides a wide range of mounting points and a great shooting experience.

If you want to improve your image quality, check out our wide range of accessories for taking photos and videos