Bald And Bankrupt’s travel videos have racked up millions of views, but he records them on low-cost equipment. Bald And Bankrupt’s camera is the Sony FDR-X3000, a tiny action cam that comes in cheaper than much of the competition.
My name is Caleb, and I have more than four years of experience as a sports photographer. My experience has shown me what to look for in a camera and which types of gear appeal to different kinds of photographers.
In this article, I’ll go over the simple camera setup that has netted Bald And Bankrupt over three million subscribers on YouTube.
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What Camera Does Bald And Bankrupt Use?
Bald And Bankrupt’s vlogging camera is the Sony FDR-X3000. Unlike the full-sized DSLRs or mirrorless cameras used by many travel vloggers, the FDR-X3000 is a compact action camera more comparable to a GoPro.
The camera has a 12-megapixel resolution and can record footage in 4K at 30fps.
It doesn’t have any features that will blow you away compared to larger full-sized cameras, but it has in-body image stabilization and an internal mic designed to reduce wind noise.
These features are obviously targeted at the video crowd, even though the FDR-X3000 can also take stills. Even though it can do so, there are probably very few buyers choosing the model because of it.
It’s a vlogging camera through and through, and in that regard, it carries the advantage of being small and compact. Because of its size, it doesn’t look unwieldy to move around in public, and it’s easy to stash away in a travel bag.
The FDR-X3000 has multiple variants. Bald And Bankrupt apparently uses the original one, but Sony has since discontinued that version and released a waterproof one.
One of the significant advantages of the original FDR-X3000 was its cost. But that advantage is lost somewhat with the waterproof version that Sony currently sells.
The FDR-X3000, even at its current pricing, is cheaper than many higher-end full-sized cameras. However, it’s not as competitive against other budget favorites such as the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II or EOS 70D.
What Camera Gimbal Does Bald And Bankrupt Use?
From what we’ve seen in his videos, it doesn’t look like Bald And Bankrupt uses a camera gimbal. Instead, he uses a generic selfie stick to hold up his FDR-X3000.
It looks like the selfie stick isn’t a name-brand model. If you’re trying to replicate Bald And Bankrupt’s setup, this is one of the easiest parts to copy- just use any selfie stick.
What Microphone Does Bald And Bankrupt Use?
Bald And Bankrupt also doesn’t use an external microphone. Rather than a more expensive option, he uses the internal microphone of the FDR-X3000.
Internal microphones often provide mixed results, but the FDR-X3000 was at least designed for use this way. The internal mic is designed to reduce wind noise and other unwanted sounds that might be present when using an action cam such as the FDR-X3000.
FAQs
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What Is Bald And Bankrupt’s Net Worth?
According to Nailbuzz, Bald And Bankrupt’s net worth is $1.8 million. So, he is probably not actually bankrupt, as his YouTube name suggests.
Is Bald And Bankrupt Quitting YouTube?
Bald And Bankrupt said in April 2021 that he was planning to end his channel in about a year. However, it’s been more than a year since then, and it looks like he’s changed his mind. His uploads have continued consistently, with no sign of stopping soon.
Conclusion
Bald And Bankrupt has one of the most budget-focused setups of any popular YouTuber. Not only does he use the Sony FDR-X3000 instead of a full-sized camera, but he also uses a generic selfie stick and no external microphone.
Have you ever put together a camera setup on a budget? What kind of gear did you choose? Tell us about it in the comments.
