10 Best Cameras For Travel Bloggers [2024 Edition!]

If you are not sure what the best cameras for travel bloggers are, then you have come to the right place.

As a full-time travel blogger and 5+ year photographer, I understand the importance of having the ideal camera for the job. Most of your content are created with your camera, and there is nothing more frustrating than not being able to create to your fullest potential because of it.

I found the Sony a7C to be the overall best camera for travel blogging, especially considering its portability, quality of images and videos, and price. The Sony a7C is the smallest full-frame camera on the market (at the time of writing), offering travel bloggers extreme versatility and the ability to produce spectacular work.

Though the best overall travel blogging camera, there are many factors to consider when buying one. And depending on what niche you are in travel blogging, the a7C might not be the best travel blogger camera for you.

Below we will talk about the 10 best cameras for travel blogging based on different criteria, what to consider when buying a blogging camera for travel, and what travel blogging accessories you might need for your camera.

Enjoy!

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• Sony a7C – Best Camera For a Travel Blogger Overall
• Sony a7IV – Best Camera For a Professional Travel Blogger
• Sony Cyber-Shot RX100 VII – Best Compact Camera For Travel Blogging
• Canon PowerShot G7X III – Best Vlogging Camera For Travel Bloggers
• Sony a6000 Mirrorless – Best Camera For Bloggers On a Budget
• iPhone 13 Pro – Best Phone for Travel Blogging
• DJI Mini 2 – Best Drone For Travel Bloggers
• Go Pro Hero10 – Best Action Camera For A Travel Blogger
• Fujifilm X-T4 – Best Travel Blogging Camera For Cinematic Videos
• Insta360 One X2 – Best 360 Camera For Travel

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Reviews of The Best Cameras for Travel Bloggers

1. Sony A7C

As the world’s smallest full-frame mirrorless camera, the Sony a7C is the overall best camera for travel blogging. Its most astonishing feature is fitting a full-frame sensor into its ±1 pound body, which means you can have the amazing dynamic range and low-light performance you don’t get with a cropped sensor.

Besides the extreme portability of the a7C, it features a fully-articulated screen for getting the shot from difficult angles or for looking at yourself when used as a vlogging camera. It also has a continuous shooting speed of 10 FPS, a reputable amount for getting nice natural-looking shots when you take photos of yourself.

The only department it is somewhat lacking in is the video department. Yes, it does shoot 4k at 30/24 fps, which is enough for small projects. But if you are a travel blogger who focuses on videos, the sony a7C might not be ideal for you.

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2. Sony A7 IV

If you are looking for a professional camera for all aspects of travel blogging, then the Sony a7 IV mirrorless camera is perfect for you. As the successor of the Sony a7III, a camera with plenty of praise, the Sony a7 IV builds upon that legacy.

Just out of the box, you can see that the Sony a7 IV Mirrorless Camera has a full-frame sensor, so you know its image quality and low-light performance are excellent. It also shoots 4k video at 60 fps, meaning that you can the tools to create some incredible footage even for the toughest projects.

Sony a7 IV’s most iconic feature is its world-class simply but powerful autofocus system. Its autofocus has machine-learning built in, so you can teach it how to recognize different subjects and where to focus. Most users love the incredible autofocus system and praise it for its effortlessness and accuracy.

The autofocus system also translates to video capturing, so you don’t have to take blurry footage anymore!

It also has a fully-articulated LCD screen so you can position it anywhere you want and a 10 FPS continuous shooting speed to capture motion easier in your photos.

The only downside to the Sony a7 IV is its price. But for a camera that can do it all, it is not a bad price to pay! If you can’t afford it, check out its previous model Sony a7 III, it is also quite good, especially for the value-for-money.

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3. Sony Cyber-Shot RX100 VII

The Sony Cyber-Shot RX100 VII is one of the smallest travel cameras on this list, weighing less than 1 lb with battery included. It is the best camera if you want something that can fit in your pocket and take with you anywhere you go.

Sometimes you just don’t want to draw attention to yourself in a sketchy city in Latin America, or maybe you are going on a long hike and don’t want to be weighed down by your camera.

Though tiny, the RX100 VII isn’t a terrible camera. It shoots amazing images with its high-quality 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 built-in lens. With this camera, you don’t have to worry about what the different interchangeable lenses you need to bring you on your travels. It has Sony’s renowned autofocus system, so even a beginner travel blogger can take images without worrying about out-of-focus images.

The biggest drawback of the RX100 VII is definitely its sensor size. Because it only has a 1-inch sensor, the low-light performance is quite bad, so I recommend to avoid taking photos at night time with the RX100 VII!

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4. Canon PowerShot G7X III

The Canon PowerShot G7X III is a powerhouse for travel bloggers who do vlogging. In fact, the Canon PowerShot G7X series features many vloggers’ favorite vlogging cameras of all time.

The most unique features of the G7X III are the built-in Youtube live streaming feature and the vertical video capture. The Youtube live streaming feature allows the user to instantly connect with all the audience on Youtube, potentially bringing in tons of engagement and subscribers at ease.

The vertical video capture is ideal for Instagram reels and Tiktok, two of the most important social media engagement platform and tools a travel blogger can have.

Besides these two unique features, the G7X III has the perfect setup for vlogging with its fully-articulated screen and lightweight body. Just turn it on, flip up the screen and start recording right away!

With a reliable built-in Wifi and Bluetooth (something that you shouldn’t take for granted in cameras), you can transfer your content straight away to your phone or computer and upload it right away! The Canon G7X III makes your vlogging steps so much easier.

The only downside to this camera is its 1″ sensor. It is small, so if you are not shooting under the ideal lighting situation, your photo quality might suffer.

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5. Sony a6000

The Sony a6000 is an affordable entry-level mirrorless camera. When it comes to specifications, there isn’t anything from the a6000 that jumps out at you. It has a cropped APS-C sensor, shoots 1080/60fps video, and a tilting camera. Those features aren’t too impressive, but for the price and its size, it is something that is worth mentioning.

The Sony a6000 is a great camera for anyone that is new to travel blogging. Maybe you are just discovering what niche in travel blogging you would like to get into.

But still, you can expect some pretty good image quality from the Sony a6000, especially if you are shooting landscapes in good lighting conditions. It also has a decent autofocus tracking system, so you can get some sharp photos even with moving subjects.

This is especially good for travel bloggers who take wildlife photography.

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6. iPhone 13 Pro

Phone cameras have come a long way. Nowadays, some of them are even as good as entry-level cameras, thanks to the amazing processing power that some of these phones have, such as the iPhone 13 Pro.

On the surface, the sensor size of the iPhone 13 Pro is tiny at 1/1.9″, but the computing power of the photo edits every image and video you take to create a final result that looks like it could come from a professional camera.

One of its most unique features is its 3 different types of lenses: telephoto (3x zoom), wide, and ultra-wide. All of those three cameras are capable of producing high-quality shots, and the travel blogger doesn’t have to worry about bringing three different lenses with him or her.

The iPhone 13 Pro also has a new Cinematic Mode when it comes to video, allowing users to create an easy depth-of-field look. It is essentially what people called “Portrait Mode on Video”. With countless other features, the iPhone 13 Pro is capable of creating very creative videos easily, something that would create hours of editing if filmed on a traditional camera and edited in Adobe Premiere Pro.

All-in-all, the iPhone 13 Pro is an excellent travel camera for bloggers, especially if you are not working with brands that demand professional-level work. Its compact size and portability are just an added bonus!

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7. DJI Mini 2

The DJI Mini 2 is a valuable tool in every travel blogger kit. It allows travel bloggers to diversify the type of content they produce and offer a more comprehensive profile of the destination. When it comes to a drone camera for travel bloggers, you want one that is portable and takes pretty decent photos and videos, such as the DJI Mini 2.

At 249g, the DJI Mini 2 can easily fit inside your pocket. Despite the size, it has a flight time of 31 minutes, which is more than plenty to get the shot you want, even if you are a beginner and have to try many times.

When it comes to photo quality, the DJI Mini 2 can shoot 12 MP RAW photos. While that isn’t the best, travel bloggers can get a lot done in post-processing with the RAW photos. For videos, it shoots at 4k/30 fps or 2.7k/60 fps, quite a respectable feature considering its size and weight.

If you are a travel blogger, we don’t recommend just getting the DJI Mini 2 as your main camera. You will want at least a nice phone camera to complement the bird’s-eye images and videos from your drone camera!

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8. GoPro HERO 10 Black

The godfather of action cameras, the GoPro, is unquestionably the best action camera for travel bloggers. And there is nothing that represents the spirit of an action camera than its latest release – the GoPro HERO 10 Black.

The latest GoPro HERO 10 Black comes with the industry-revolutionary HyperSmooth 4.0 video stabilization, something that allows users to shoot smooth footage without the use of a gimbal. It is also capable of producing 5.3k videos at 60 fps and 4k at 120 fps, a resolution that we cannot take for granted for such a small camera.

For creative travel bloggers, you can utilize many of the built-in video modes such as TimeWarp and Slo-mo to create diversity in your content. Like all GoPro’s, it is waterproof, and this one up to 33 ft or 10 meters.

On paper, the GoPro sounds like a really amazing camera, and it really is – for action. Because of its tiny sensor, photo and video quality aren’t the best. If you want to take photos at night with the GoPro, you should just forget about it.

It is quite common to make the mistake of getting a GoPro as the first camera for a travel blogger, but it is definitely not enough if you want some good quality photos. So make sure you get another camera to complement the parts that the GoPro lacks!

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9. Fujifilm X-T4

The Fujifilm X-T4 is an APS-C mirrorless camera capable of producing great images and incredible videos. For starters, it can shoot 4k video at 60fps, something that only the best cameras in the industry can do.

Additionally, the X-T4 features in-body video stabilization, so there is less camera shake when you are shooting handheld. That reduces the number of situations you need to carry a bulky gimbal with you.

Along with Fujifilm’s built-in video tools, the X-T4 allows users plenty of creativity when it comes to capturing footage. The camera’s sublime ergonomics mean you won’t tire when shooting videos and images for an extensive time.

If you are looking for a video camera for a travel blogger, the Fujifilm X-T4 is ideal for you.

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10. Insta360 One X2

As a travel blogger, you want to get creative with your content, both for photos and videos. That is why the Insta360 X2 camera is perfect as it allows you to create spectacular 360-degree photos and videos.

When you take a photo or video the “traditional” way, it often lacks depth, meaning that the view can’t imagine themselves there. But with a 360-camera, it is much easier for the readers to immerse themselves in the settings your photos and videos have created.

The Insta360 X2 is capable of taking 360-degree photos with 18 MP (6080×3040) and panoramas with 6.2 MP (4320×1440), big enough for most use cases. Travel bloggers can shoot videos up to 5.7k at 30fps or 4k at 50fps, which is quite an incredible achievement for a small camera.

Though the resolution is plenty, the quality cannot compare to some of the more “professional cameras” on the list, but you have to remember that it is a 360 video. The same goes for photos, which isn’t surprising with its tiny sensor.

In general, the Insta360 X2 is a great addition to your travel photography kit, but should not replace your main camera.

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Guide to Buying The Best Camera For Travel Blogging

In this section, I will talk about some of the things to be aware of when buying a camera for travel blogging.

Camera Type: Mirrorless vs DSLR

One of the biggest debates in the camera world is which type of camera is better – mirrorless or DSLR.

For travel blogging, the best type of camera is mirrorless.

Compared to traditional DSLR cameras, mirrorless cameras are smaller in size and lighter in weight. They produce equally stunning photos and generally better video footage. The only downside is that they are usually more costly and their battery runs out quicker.

Size and Weight

Size and weight are two of the most important specifications for a travel blogging camera. That is because if you are a travel blogger, you will be on the road quite often. Whether that is just traveling from country to country or going on long excursions, you will need something that is portable. My photography teacher always said:

“The best camera in the world is the camera you have with you.”

-Sean’s photography teacher

So highly consider size and weight when purchasing your camera for travel blogging.

Sensor Size and Quality

The sensor is one of the most overlooked features of a camera, though it is arguably the most important. With bigger and better sensors, you can take better photos in low light and your colors are less likely to be distorted.

The cameras with bigger sensors are better for travel bloggers that take a lot of photos at night. But in exchange, a bigger sensor equals a bigger camera, so beware of that.

Here are the sizes of the popular sensors:

• Full-Frame: 24mm x 36mm
• APS-C: 23.6 × 15.6 mm
• 1″ sensor: 12.8 x 9.6 mm

Maximum Burst Rate (Continous Shooting Speed)

Another overlooked feature of the camera, maximum burst rate refers to how many photos a camera can take continuously before it needs to rest. While this feature isn’t super important for landscape travel photographers, it is essential for travel bloggers that take photos of themselves with a tripod.

High continuous shooting speed allows you to have movement in your poses so they look more natural. Whether that is just walking back and forth, doing a hair flip, or something else, high maximum burst rate makes taking the perfect picture much easier.

I recommend a minimum of around 8 to 10 FPS (frames per second).

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What Type of Content You Will Be Creating?

Before you jump onto the most expensive camera with the best specifications on this guide, consider what type of content you will be producing. Are you are a travel blogger who does a lot of vlogging? Are you someone that produces stunning landscapes or do you prefer more portrait-style images? What about video? Is your work mostly high-quality cinematic footage?

Still Images

If you are a travel blogger whose outlet is still images, then you want a full-frame camera with high resolution. The full-frame sensor will give you the dynamic range and low-light performance that you need for every scenario.

A camera with high resolution will have lots of pixels so you can have a nice image even if you crop a big chunk of the image out.

Another thing you might want to consider is the variety of lenses that you have access to with a certain camera. If you shoot stills such as landscapes and cityscapes, you might need a wide-angle lens and a telephoto lens.

So consider what lenses are available to you before buying your camera for travel blogging.

If your main focus is stills, then we recommend the Sony a7 IV or the Sony a7C.

Cinematic Videos

Taking cinematic videos requires a very specific set of equipment, and a good camera is the core of it all. Without the proper camera, your video might not be in the ideal resolution (think 4k or 6k video), proper fps (frames per second), or you might have a hard time doing color correction in post-processing.

If your main focus is shooting cinematic videos, look for something with at least 4k footage at 60 fps and 8-bit capture. Not only will this make video editing much easier, but the colors and smoothness of your final product will be better as well.

The Sony a7 IV, which shoots at 4k/60fps at 10 bit is a good candidate. The Fujifilm X-T4 can also shoot at 4k/60fps at 10 bit, but it also captures at 1080p/240 fps. This is ideal for creating seamless slo-mo footage!

Vlogs

It is 2022 and vlogging is big! If you are a travel blogger who vlogs, then you will need a camera that is portable and with a fully-articulating screen so you can see yourself when you talk to the camera. The video quality isn’t as important as cinematic videos, so while it is nice to capture 4k footage, it is not a necessity.

If vlogging is your mode of content creation as a travel blogger, then consider the Canon PowerShot G7X III. It is lightweight, small in size, and takes decent videos!

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The Best Cameras For Travel Bloggers Comparison Table

Camera	Weight	Megapixels	Type Of Camera	Price
Sony a7C	509 g	24.2 MP	Mirrorless	$$$
Sony a7IV	659 g	33 MP	Mirrorless	$$$
Sony Cyber-Shot RX100 VII	302 g	20 MP	Point-And-Shoot	$$
Canon PowerShot G7X III	304 g	20 MP	Point-And-Shoot	$$
Sony a6000 Mirrorless	344 g	24.3 MP	Mirrorless	$
iPhone 13 Pro	204 g	12 MP	Phone	$$
DJI Mini 2	249 g	12 MP	Drone	$
Go Pro Hero10	249 g	23 MP	Action Camera	$
Fujifilm X-T4	607 g	26 MP	Mirrorless	$$$
Insta360 One X2	149g	18.4 MP	360-Camera	$

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Best Travel Blogging Accessories

Having the ideal camera for travel bloggers is only part of the battle to creating awesome content, here are some accessories you might want to consider when taking your camera to travel!

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Travel Blogging Camera FAQs

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Those are the 10 best cameras for travel bloggers! It is important that you choose one based on your method of content creation is. Or if you aren’t sure, then the Sony a7IV is going to check off every box for you with its superb image and video quality and portability.

Just be careful though, the Sony a7IV is not cheap by any means!

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