The Best Cameras For Facebook Live Streaming (Reviewed)

I believe that live streaming has reached its pinnacle in recent years, and there’s no doubt it is here to stay.

Many people have gained success and celebrity status due to live streaming; if you seek the same, you’ve come to the correct place.

In today’s article, I have rounded up a list of the best cameras for Facebook Live!

A Quick Look at My Favorite Cameras to Stream on Facebook

Image	Product	Features	Price
Most Versatile	Canon PowerShot G7X Mark III	10	Check Price On Amazon
Best Value	Razer Kiyo Pro	9	Check Price On Amazon
Best Budget	Logitech C920x HD Pro	8.6	Check Price On Amazon
Best High-End	Canon EOS M50	8.5	Check Price On Amazon
Best Overall	Sony ZV-1	8.6	Check Price On Amazon

Top 5 Best Cameras To Stream On Facebook

5. Canon PowerShot G7X Mark III – Most Versatile

Starting right away with a small point-and-shoot camera that keeps smartphones honest. People mistakenly believe that smartphones have put an end to the point-and-shoot camera era, no matter how good a smartphone is, it will never be able to equal the capabilities of a compact camera flagship.

The Canon PowerShot G7X Mark III Is a compact, well-built camera that fits well in the hand, with a great curved grip and plenty of rubber to keep it tight.  It is incredibly durable and feels substantial in general.

It comes with a tilting LCD screen that can be adjusted up to 180 degrees for easier selfies and vlogging but can also be tilted down to 45 degrees. It’s pretty much the same as the previous models: a 3-inch monitor with a 3:2 aspect ratio and a resolution of 1040k dots.

The G7X III boasts a 20.1 megapixel CMOS sensor that can shoot photographs in nearly all aspect ratios and promises to offer highly detailed images.

It can shoot at a maximum of 20 frames per second with continuous shooting, and even better at 30 frames per second in raw format, putting it ahead of several competitors who can only shoot at 8 frames per second.

What makes it ideal for Facebook live streaming, is the built-in features and recording capabilities.

It contains a built-in section for live streaming and a 3.5mm mic input, as it was designed primarily for vloggers, It can shoot 4k at 30 frames per second or 1080p at 60 frames per second. The video stabilization is adequate, and the overall image quality is superb.

As for battery life, it is pretty decent and understandable for a point-n-shoot camera, G7X III offers 265 shots from a full charge.

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4. Razer Kiyo Pro – Best Value

On the fourth spot, we have an intriguing choice, a webcam from Razer, and surprisingly enough, a webcam from Razer that isn’t dark green and doesn’t scream gaming.

Still, Razer managed to wow us with this feature-rich Webcam that is a splendid low-light performer.

Although this is not something new to us. Razer has previously established itself in the camera industry with the Kiyo Pro’s older sibling, the original Razer Kiyo, which major selling point was its built-in light ring.

The Razer Kiyo Pro is simply a powerhouse. It’s as if you’ve installed a DSLR camera lens on your display, and his bulbous figure is looking you down; still doesn’t fail to look good, good design or say “looking good” from Razer are taken for granted.

With ultra-sensitive light sensors for operating in low-light circumstances, HDR capability, and amazingly smooth 60FPS recording capabilities, the Kiyo Pro Kiyo is ideal for streamers and pros alike.

The image quality of the Kiyo Pro is noticeably better than that of most built-in cameras.

Not only Razer, but a lot of people make some bold claims that this is the best webcam available right now, which led me to select it as the best value one, but you can judge for yourself how it compares to the next webcam on the list.

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3. Logitech C920x HD Pro – Best Budget

Yet another webcam, I’m fully aware of the hate spewed at webcams in general, but that isn’t the case with the above option or the Logitech C920x HD Pro.

This one from Logitech is a complete workhorse, a versatile option that will reward your live streaming on Facebook in many aspects and when you consider the price, you’ll surely be sold.

The Logitech C920x Pro is a webcam that performs admirably. In addition to the Carl Zeiss Tessar lens and 1080p resolution, this camera can take 15-megapixel snapshots, has two built-in microphones for stereo sound, and a base that can be mounted onto the top of a monitor, laptop, or screwed onto a stable tripod.

Logitech has clearly developed a “beast” with all of these features and when you think of the bright side, it doesn’t even hurt your bank.

But I think the Logitech capture software is the real star here. It makes it simple to set up, record, and change settings; for example, you can add transitions and text overlays, modify webcam settings, and more. Simply put it gives you the freedom on using a range of capabilities that let you fully edit and customize your stream.

With all of the above being said, you can pretty much guess why this webcam deserved a spot on this list.

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2. Canon EOS M50 – Best High-End

We’re upping the ante with a mirrorless camera from Canon, the EOS M50.

Canon EOS M50 attempts to cross every boundary; it is a fantastic all-arounder that will greatly benefit all types of photographers, let alone vloggers or people who want to stream on Facebook.

Because of the plastic finish, the M50 is quite light. But don’t be fooled by that; Canon made it out of high-quality plastic. Although the body is compact, the ergonomic handle is rather good.

The 2.36M-dot OLED electronic viewfinder is comparable to other cameras in its class and I have no objections. The M50’s touch LCD is fully flexible and can be flipped around to serve as a selfie screen, which is useful for vlogging.

The EOS M50 has a 24-megapixel sensor, which is found in almost every modern APS-C Canon camera. Flipping the coin, the M50 is the first camera to feature the Digic 8 processor, which may have an impact on JPEG image quality, and speed. In terms of recording capabilities, the EOS M50 is the first entry-level camera from Canon, to enable 4k video at 25 frames per second. In case you want Full HD it does it at 60fps.

The battery is a bit of a letdown. The M50 employs an LP-E12 lithium-ion battery pack, which is CIPA-rated to 235 shots in ordinary shooting with either display and 370 shots in Eco Mode. Yet, it is understandable when you think of the value it offers at its price point.

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1. Sony Alpha ZV-E10 – Best Overall

After a pleasant outcome with the well-known ZV-1, it’s time for vloggers to upgrade to a better version, which will most likely follow in the footsteps of his predecessor. This time, the ZV-E10 takes elements from Sony’s Alpha line and remixes them to best fit vlogging.

Yes, this camera is clearly designed with vloggers in mind; its performance and the small form factor ensure that it will be an excellent live-streaming tool.

It has a compact design and is extremely light. You can choose between two colors: black or white, both of which feature a polycarbonate finish.

If you put the ZV-1 and E10 side by side, you can see they’re both from the same lineup; with only the variable lens design distinguishing ZV-E10 from its brother.

It sports a 3 inch LCD panel with a widescreen display that is clear and responsive. It also features a veri-angle design that allows it to be flipped out and rotated up to 180 degrees, which makes it ideal for vlogging.

The ZV-E10 can shoot images with a resolution of 24.2-megapixels and record 4K video at 30 frames per second. The image quality outcome is stunning, you should not even question it.

As far as battery life goes, it is powered by the NP-FW50 battery, which promises 400 images and 80 minutes of recording time.

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Final Words

The days when live-streaming was difficult to set up are long gone. Getting started on YouTube, Facebook, or Twitch has become a simple process in today’s society.

However, this does not imply that streaming is simple; you must be well prepared and deliver original, yet unique content.

Further Reading

If you’ve enjoyed what you’ve read so far, I can recommend some additional reading.

For instance, I’ve listed some fantastic cameras for Google Meet, and if you’re a product photographer, I’ve also included some great cameras for Etsy.

Yes, absolutely!

I certainly have an article where I’ve listed several amazing streaming lenses.