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Essential YouTube Equipment For Starting Your Channel - What Do You Really Need?

Richard Bennett

Oct 26, 2023• Proven solutions

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Check out our most updated guide on this topic: YouTube Equipment Starter Guide For Beginners .

The first thing to make sure of before starting a YouTube channel is having all that you need to record and upload high-quality videos regularly. That doesn’t mean you have to take out a loan and spend thousands to purchase a brand new camera and all other gadgets that professional filmmakers use.

The smartest way to get started is to go through a list of necessary equipment for YouTube and check whether or not you already own some of it. Once your channel starts growing, you can then start thinking about whether you want to invest in upgraded equipment. Here is a quick overview of all items that you need to start entertaining your online audience and gaining subscribers to your YouTube channel:

• Your YouTube Camera
• Microphones and Audio
• Lighting Gear for YouTube
• Tripods and Camera Stands
• Smartphone Camera Gear

YouTube Cameras

The short version: Use whatever you already have, even if it’s your phone or webcam. It’s nice to have sharp, fine-tuned, 4K footage, but viewers will forgive lower visual quality if your content is good.

The long version: You will need a camera, but there are a lot of different devices you can use including DSLRs, point and shoots, webcams, and your smartphone.

Your choice of camera will have a tremendous impact on the visual quality of your content and might drive your decisions regarding other pieces of equipment. However, you shouldn’t feel obliged to work with a top-notch camera from day one, especially since cheaper options can produce great results if used the right way.

On one end of the spectrum, you have basic smartphone cameras and web cameras, which are easy to come by and simple to operate. These days, high-end phones come equipped with quite powerful cameras that are more than sufficient for the needs of the average YouTuber. Better webcams can also do the job, although high-performance webcam models can get pretty expensive too. It is probably wise to resist the urge to start broadcasting with the built-in camera in your laptop and at least get a webcam or use your phone, but your computer’s camera is still always an option. Not having a better camera should never stop you from making YouTube videos.

If you already have a DSLR camera then it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with it. You have far more freedom to adjust the settings and achieve a professional look for your videos with a DSLR, but that does mean it’ll take some time to become an expert at using it. Ultra-high resolution is not required for YouTube, but it certainly won’t hurt to have additional sharpness and more detail in the scene. If you’re shopping for a DSLR, look for one with a flip screen that allows you to quickly check what your viewers see.

YouTube Microphone and Audio

The short version: Audio quality is extremely important. If you can buy either a new camera or an external microphone, but not both, it might be better to go for the microphone. Click here for advice on upping your audio quality without an external microphone.

The long version: Sound capturing is every bit as important for your success as your video feed. In fact, poor audio can be even more damaging to your subscriber count than grainy video, since people won’t spend their time listening to something they have to put effort into understanding.

Again, most YouTube video makers have a limited budget at their disposal, so professional microphones are mostly off the table. However, investing in a directional microphone (‘shotgun mic’) that can pick up your voice clearly and without background noise is certainly a smart move. Such microphones can be pointed towards you while you speak, and since most YouTubers sit still while doing their shows there won’t be too much need for in-session adjustments.

If you’re not ready to invest in a shotgun mic, you can also find very inexpensive (often under $20) LAV mics. These small microphones can be pinned to your shirt, which allows them to record very clear dialogue because they’re so close to your mouth.

Lights for YouTube

The short version: You need as much light as you can get. Lighting kits can be affordable on Amazon, but you can also achieve a great look using daylight/windows and ‘daylight’ lightbulbs.

The long version: If you’ve ever tried to make a video indoors, you already know that it’s necessary to have additional light. Often just filming with the normal lights in a room will cause your footage to look dark and grainy, and possibly be tinted orange. To overcome these problems you need to increase the amount of light you have available.

Sometimes, it is enough to film near windows and/or bring more household lamps into your filming area. For any household lamps or lighting fixtures you use, make sure to put in white or ‘daylight’ lightbulbs instead of using the orange/tungsten bulbs that you might have for everyday use (this is how you avoid tinting things orange).

If you have the budget available to get some lighting equipment, you can find softbox lights or LED panel lights available fairly inexpensively online. Softbox lights are great because they provide even, diffused, light.

Another useful piece of lighting equipment to have is a reflector. A reflector is usually a piece of white, silver, or gold fabric stretched over a frame. You can use it to bounce light from one light source back towards yourself (this is a great way to fill shadows cast by your main light). Reflectors tend to be inexpensive, but you can also use white cardboard or tinfoil in place of purchasing a reflector.

Tripods and Camera Stands

The short version: You need something to hold your camera. If you mostly film in your own home that can be a desk or a stack of books, but if you make a lot of videos while you’re on the go you probably need a tripod or gimbal. Heavier cameras need heavier tripods.

The long version: While handheld cameras can deliver solid results for vloggers and casual streamers, viewers do expect reasonably stable footage. For many types of videos, the camera needs to be completely still and flatly positioned on a horizontal plane. Tripods and camera stands can cost very little, so it’s a good idea to look into getting some kind of stabilizer.

When you are choosing a tripod, pay attention to how much it weighs. If the camera that needs to be mounted on it is very heavy (like some DSLR models), you want to ensure that the structure itself weighs enough not to be easily tipped over. Too thin tripods can put your camera at risk, and that’s the last thing you want. Smaller cameras such as GoPros are more flexible in this regard and can be placed on a wider range of tripods.

Even if you are using a phone or a webcam to record YouTube videos, you should consider mounting the device on a stable stand. It is possible to find mini tripods ideal for smartphones for as little as $10. These tripods are small enough to carry in your pocket, so you will be prepared to start making a video no matter where your adventures take you. If you are using a web camera, you should attach it to the stand so that it won’t move accidentally after you touch the surface it is placed on.

Smartphone Camera Gear

The short version: There’s a lot of gear out there designed with smartphone photos and videos in mind, including clip-on lenses, tripod mounts, phone-mounted LED lights, and inexpensive microphones that plug into the audio jack.

The long version: Recording your videos with a mobile phone can be a good decision. It all depends on the phone you have and the range of add-ons and apps that you complement it with. Almost every high-end model released in the past five years can shoot videos in 1080p or higher. Some can even produce 4K footage. If you perfect your smartphone filming technique, your YouTube videos could look as if they were made with pro equipment.

On the flip side, smartphone cameras typically perform poorly in low light. It is possible to download an app that lets you play around with settings to overcome this, but a phone-mounted LED light is probably a better solution. An external microphone might also be a necessity, but there are some good (inexpensive) options that can simply be plugged in through the headphone jack.

Another common downside of smartphone cameras is that most of them use digital zoom, which is vastly inferior to optical zoom. If you intend to shoot anything that’s further away than a few feet, you need a clip-on lens that goes on top of the built-in camera. This inexpensive device will give you a lot of freedom to work in space, and allow you to make spectacular shots even without high-end YouTube equipment.

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Richard Bennett

Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.

Follow @Richard Bennett

Richard Bennett

Oct 26, 2023• Proven solutions

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Check out our most updated guide on this topic: YouTube Equipment Starter Guide For Beginners .

The first thing to make sure of before starting a YouTube channel is having all that you need to record and upload high-quality videos regularly. That doesn’t mean you have to take out a loan and spend thousands to purchase a brand new camera and all other gadgets that professional filmmakers use.

The smartest way to get started is to go through a list of necessary equipment for YouTube and check whether or not you already own some of it. Once your channel starts growing, you can then start thinking about whether you want to invest in upgraded equipment. Here is a quick overview of all items that you need to start entertaining your online audience and gaining subscribers to your YouTube channel:

• Your YouTube Camera
• Microphones and Audio
• Lighting Gear for YouTube
• Tripods and Camera Stands
• Smartphone Camera Gear

YouTube Cameras

The short version: Use whatever you already have, even if it’s your phone or webcam. It’s nice to have sharp, fine-tuned, 4K footage, but viewers will forgive lower visual quality if your content is good.

The long version: You will need a camera, but there are a lot of different devices you can use including DSLRs, point and shoots, webcams, and your smartphone.

Your choice of camera will have a tremendous impact on the visual quality of your content and might drive your decisions regarding other pieces of equipment. However, you shouldn’t feel obliged to work with a top-notch camera from day one, especially since cheaper options can produce great results if used the right way.

On one end of the spectrum, you have basic smartphone cameras and web cameras, which are easy to come by and simple to operate. These days, high-end phones come equipped with quite powerful cameras that are more than sufficient for the needs of the average YouTuber. Better webcams can also do the job, although high-performance webcam models can get pretty expensive too. It is probably wise to resist the urge to start broadcasting with the built-in camera in your laptop and at least get a webcam or use your phone, but your computer’s camera is still always an option. Not having a better camera should never stop you from making YouTube videos.

If you already have a DSLR camera then it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with it. You have far more freedom to adjust the settings and achieve a professional look for your videos with a DSLR, but that does mean it’ll take some time to become an expert at using it. Ultra-high resolution is not required for YouTube, but it certainly won’t hurt to have additional sharpness and more detail in the scene. If you’re shopping for a DSLR, look for one with a flip screen that allows you to quickly check what your viewers see.

YouTube Microphone and Audio

The short version: Audio quality is extremely important. If you can buy either a new camera or an external microphone, but not both, it might be better to go for the microphone. Click here for advice on upping your audio quality without an external microphone.

The long version: Sound capturing is every bit as important for your success as your video feed. In fact, poor audio can be even more damaging to your subscriber count than grainy video, since people won’t spend their time listening to something they have to put effort into understanding.

Again, most YouTube video makers have a limited budget at their disposal, so professional microphones are mostly off the table. However, investing in a directional microphone (‘shotgun mic’) that can pick up your voice clearly and without background noise is certainly a smart move. Such microphones can be pointed towards you while you speak, and since most YouTubers sit still while doing their shows there won’t be too much need for in-session adjustments.

If you’re not ready to invest in a shotgun mic, you can also find very inexpensive (often under $20) LAV mics. These small microphones can be pinned to your shirt, which allows them to record very clear dialogue because they’re so close to your mouth.

Lights for YouTube

The short version: You need as much light as you can get. Lighting kits can be affordable on Amazon, but you can also achieve a great look using daylight/windows and ‘daylight’ lightbulbs.

The long version: If you’ve ever tried to make a video indoors, you already know that it’s necessary to have additional light. Often just filming with the normal lights in a room will cause your footage to look dark and grainy, and possibly be tinted orange. To overcome these problems you need to increase the amount of light you have available.

Sometimes, it is enough to film near windows and/or bring more household lamps into your filming area. For any household lamps or lighting fixtures you use, make sure to put in white or ‘daylight’ lightbulbs instead of using the orange/tungsten bulbs that you might have for everyday use (this is how you avoid tinting things orange).

If you have the budget available to get some lighting equipment, you can find softbox lights or LED panel lights available fairly inexpensively online. Softbox lights are great because they provide even, diffused, light.

Another useful piece of lighting equipment to have is a reflector. A reflector is usually a piece of white, silver, or gold fabric stretched over a frame. You can use it to bounce light from one light source back towards yourself (this is a great way to fill shadows cast by your main light). Reflectors tend to be inexpensive, but you can also use white cardboard or tinfoil in place of purchasing a reflector.

Tripods and Camera Stands

The short version: You need something to hold your camera. If you mostly film in your own home that can be a desk or a stack of books, but if you make a lot of videos while you’re on the go you probably need a tripod or gimbal. Heavier cameras need heavier tripods.

The long version: While handheld cameras can deliver solid results for vloggers and casual streamers, viewers do expect reasonably stable footage. For many types of videos, the camera needs to be completely still and flatly positioned on a horizontal plane. Tripods and camera stands can cost very little, so it’s a good idea to look into getting some kind of stabilizer.

When you are choosing a tripod, pay attention to how much it weighs. If the camera that needs to be mounted on it is very heavy (like some DSLR models), you want to ensure that the structure itself weighs enough not to be easily tipped over. Too thin tripods can put your camera at risk, and that’s the last thing you want. Smaller cameras such as GoPros are more flexible in this regard and can be placed on a wider range of tripods.

Even if you are using a phone or a webcam to record YouTube videos, you should consider mounting the device on a stable stand. It is possible to find mini tripods ideal for smartphones for as little as $10. These tripods are small enough to carry in your pocket, so you will be prepared to start making a video no matter where your adventures take you. If you are using a web camera, you should attach it to the stand so that it won’t move accidentally after you touch the surface it is placed on.

Smartphone Camera Gear

The short version: There’s a lot of gear out there designed with smartphone photos and videos in mind, including clip-on lenses, tripod mounts, phone-mounted LED lights, and inexpensive microphones that plug into the audio jack.

The long version: Recording your videos with a mobile phone can be a good decision. It all depends on the phone you have and the range of add-ons and apps that you complement it with. Almost every high-end model released in the past five years can shoot videos in 1080p or higher. Some can even produce 4K footage. If you perfect your smartphone filming technique, your YouTube videos could look as if they were made with pro equipment.

On the flip side, smartphone cameras typically perform poorly in low light. It is possible to download an app that lets you play around with settings to overcome this, but a phone-mounted LED light is probably a better solution. An external microphone might also be a necessity, but there are some good (inexpensive) options that can simply be plugged in through the headphone jack.

Another common downside of smartphone cameras is that most of them use digital zoom, which is vastly inferior to optical zoom. If you intend to shoot anything that’s further away than a few feet, you need a clip-on lens that goes on top of the built-in camera. This inexpensive device will give you a lot of freedom to work in space, and allow you to make spectacular shots even without high-end YouTube equipment.

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Richard Bennett

Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.

Follow @Richard Bennett

Richard Bennett

Oct 26, 2023• Proven solutions

0

Check out our most updated guide on this topic: YouTube Equipment Starter Guide For Beginners .

The first thing to make sure of before starting a YouTube channel is having all that you need to record and upload high-quality videos regularly. That doesn’t mean you have to take out a loan and spend thousands to purchase a brand new camera and all other gadgets that professional filmmakers use.

The smartest way to get started is to go through a list of necessary equipment for YouTube and check whether or not you already own some of it. Once your channel starts growing, you can then start thinking about whether you want to invest in upgraded equipment. Here is a quick overview of all items that you need to start entertaining your online audience and gaining subscribers to your YouTube channel:

• Your YouTube Camera
• Microphones and Audio
• Lighting Gear for YouTube
• Tripods and Camera Stands
• Smartphone Camera Gear

YouTube Cameras

The short version: Use whatever you already have, even if it’s your phone or webcam. It’s nice to have sharp, fine-tuned, 4K footage, but viewers will forgive lower visual quality if your content is good.

The long version: You will need a camera, but there are a lot of different devices you can use including DSLRs, point and shoots, webcams, and your smartphone.

Your choice of camera will have a tremendous impact on the visual quality of your content and might drive your decisions regarding other pieces of equipment. However, you shouldn’t feel obliged to work with a top-notch camera from day one, especially since cheaper options can produce great results if used the right way.

On one end of the spectrum, you have basic smartphone cameras and web cameras, which are easy to come by and simple to operate. These days, high-end phones come equipped with quite powerful cameras that are more than sufficient for the needs of the average YouTuber. Better webcams can also do the job, although high-performance webcam models can get pretty expensive too. It is probably wise to resist the urge to start broadcasting with the built-in camera in your laptop and at least get a webcam or use your phone, but your computer’s camera is still always an option. Not having a better camera should never stop you from making YouTube videos.

If you already have a DSLR camera then it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with it. You have far more freedom to adjust the settings and achieve a professional look for your videos with a DSLR, but that does mean it’ll take some time to become an expert at using it. Ultra-high resolution is not required for YouTube, but it certainly won’t hurt to have additional sharpness and more detail in the scene. If you’re shopping for a DSLR, look for one with a flip screen that allows you to quickly check what your viewers see.

YouTube Microphone and Audio

The short version: Audio quality is extremely important. If you can buy either a new camera or an external microphone, but not both, it might be better to go for the microphone. Click here for advice on upping your audio quality without an external microphone.

The long version: Sound capturing is every bit as important for your success as your video feed. In fact, poor audio can be even more damaging to your subscriber count than grainy video, since people won’t spend their time listening to something they have to put effort into understanding.

Again, most YouTube video makers have a limited budget at their disposal, so professional microphones are mostly off the table. However, investing in a directional microphone (‘shotgun mic’) that can pick up your voice clearly and without background noise is certainly a smart move. Such microphones can be pointed towards you while you speak, and since most YouTubers sit still while doing their shows there won’t be too much need for in-session adjustments.

If you’re not ready to invest in a shotgun mic, you can also find very inexpensive (often under $20) LAV mics. These small microphones can be pinned to your shirt, which allows them to record very clear dialogue because they’re so close to your mouth.

Lights for YouTube

The short version: You need as much light as you can get. Lighting kits can be affordable on Amazon, but you can also achieve a great look using daylight/windows and ‘daylight’ lightbulbs.

The long version: If you’ve ever tried to make a video indoors, you already know that it’s necessary to have additional light. Often just filming with the normal lights in a room will cause your footage to look dark and grainy, and possibly be tinted orange. To overcome these problems you need to increase the amount of light you have available.

Sometimes, it is enough to film near windows and/or bring more household lamps into your filming area. For any household lamps or lighting fixtures you use, make sure to put in white or ‘daylight’ lightbulbs instead of using the orange/tungsten bulbs that you might have for everyday use (this is how you avoid tinting things orange).

If you have the budget available to get some lighting equipment, you can find softbox lights or LED panel lights available fairly inexpensively online. Softbox lights are great because they provide even, diffused, light.

Another useful piece of lighting equipment to have is a reflector. A reflector is usually a piece of white, silver, or gold fabric stretched over a frame. You can use it to bounce light from one light source back towards yourself (this is a great way to fill shadows cast by your main light). Reflectors tend to be inexpensive, but you can also use white cardboard or tinfoil in place of purchasing a reflector.

Tripods and Camera Stands

The short version: You need something to hold your camera. If you mostly film in your own home that can be a desk or a stack of books, but if you make a lot of videos while you’re on the go you probably need a tripod or gimbal. Heavier cameras need heavier tripods.

The long version: While handheld cameras can deliver solid results for vloggers and casual streamers, viewers do expect reasonably stable footage. For many types of videos, the camera needs to be completely still and flatly positioned on a horizontal plane. Tripods and camera stands can cost very little, so it’s a good idea to look into getting some kind of stabilizer.

When you are choosing a tripod, pay attention to how much it weighs. If the camera that needs to be mounted on it is very heavy (like some DSLR models), you want to ensure that the structure itself weighs enough not to be easily tipped over. Too thin tripods can put your camera at risk, and that’s the last thing you want. Smaller cameras such as GoPros are more flexible in this regard and can be placed on a wider range of tripods.

Even if you are using a phone or a webcam to record YouTube videos, you should consider mounting the device on a stable stand. It is possible to find mini tripods ideal for smartphones for as little as $10. These tripods are small enough to carry in your pocket, so you will be prepared to start making a video no matter where your adventures take you. If you are using a web camera, you should attach it to the stand so that it won’t move accidentally after you touch the surface it is placed on.

Smartphone Camera Gear

The short version: There’s a lot of gear out there designed with smartphone photos and videos in mind, including clip-on lenses, tripod mounts, phone-mounted LED lights, and inexpensive microphones that plug into the audio jack.

The long version: Recording your videos with a mobile phone can be a good decision. It all depends on the phone you have and the range of add-ons and apps that you complement it with. Almost every high-end model released in the past five years can shoot videos in 1080p or higher. Some can even produce 4K footage. If you perfect your smartphone filming technique, your YouTube videos could look as if they were made with pro equipment.

On the flip side, smartphone cameras typically perform poorly in low light. It is possible to download an app that lets you play around with settings to overcome this, but a phone-mounted LED light is probably a better solution. An external microphone might also be a necessity, but there are some good (inexpensive) options that can simply be plugged in through the headphone jack.

Another common downside of smartphone cameras is that most of them use digital zoom, which is vastly inferior to optical zoom. If you intend to shoot anything that’s further away than a few feet, you need a clip-on lens that goes on top of the built-in camera. This inexpensive device will give you a lot of freedom to work in space, and allow you to make spectacular shots even without high-end YouTube equipment.

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Richard Bennett

Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.

Follow @Richard Bennett

Richard Bennett

Oct 26, 2023• Proven solutions

0

Check out our most updated guide on this topic: YouTube Equipment Starter Guide For Beginners .

The first thing to make sure of before starting a YouTube channel is having all that you need to record and upload high-quality videos regularly. That doesn’t mean you have to take out a loan and spend thousands to purchase a brand new camera and all other gadgets that professional filmmakers use.

The smartest way to get started is to go through a list of necessary equipment for YouTube and check whether or not you already own some of it. Once your channel starts growing, you can then start thinking about whether you want to invest in upgraded equipment. Here is a quick overview of all items that you need to start entertaining your online audience and gaining subscribers to your YouTube channel:

• Your YouTube Camera
• Microphones and Audio
• Lighting Gear for YouTube
• Tripods and Camera Stands
• Smartphone Camera Gear

YouTube Cameras

The short version: Use whatever you already have, even if it’s your phone or webcam. It’s nice to have sharp, fine-tuned, 4K footage, but viewers will forgive lower visual quality if your content is good.

The long version: You will need a camera, but there are a lot of different devices you can use including DSLRs, point and shoots, webcams, and your smartphone.

Your choice of camera will have a tremendous impact on the visual quality of your content and might drive your decisions regarding other pieces of equipment. However, you shouldn’t feel obliged to work with a top-notch camera from day one, especially since cheaper options can produce great results if used the right way.

On one end of the spectrum, you have basic smartphone cameras and web cameras, which are easy to come by and simple to operate. These days, high-end phones come equipped with quite powerful cameras that are more than sufficient for the needs of the average YouTuber. Better webcams can also do the job, although high-performance webcam models can get pretty expensive too. It is probably wise to resist the urge to start broadcasting with the built-in camera in your laptop and at least get a webcam or use your phone, but your computer’s camera is still always an option. Not having a better camera should never stop you from making YouTube videos.

If you already have a DSLR camera then it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with it. You have far more freedom to adjust the settings and achieve a professional look for your videos with a DSLR, but that does mean it’ll take some time to become an expert at using it. Ultra-high resolution is not required for YouTube, but it certainly won’t hurt to have additional sharpness and more detail in the scene. If you’re shopping for a DSLR, look for one with a flip screen that allows you to quickly check what your viewers see.

YouTube Microphone and Audio

The short version: Audio quality is extremely important. If you can buy either a new camera or an external microphone, but not both, it might be better to go for the microphone. Click here for advice on upping your audio quality without an external microphone.

The long version: Sound capturing is every bit as important for your success as your video feed. In fact, poor audio can be even more damaging to your subscriber count than grainy video, since people won’t spend their time listening to something they have to put effort into understanding.

Again, most YouTube video makers have a limited budget at their disposal, so professional microphones are mostly off the table. However, investing in a directional microphone (‘shotgun mic’) that can pick up your voice clearly and without background noise is certainly a smart move. Such microphones can be pointed towards you while you speak, and since most YouTubers sit still while doing their shows there won’t be too much need for in-session adjustments.

If you’re not ready to invest in a shotgun mic, you can also find very inexpensive (often under $20) LAV mics. These small microphones can be pinned to your shirt, which allows them to record very clear dialogue because they’re so close to your mouth.

Lights for YouTube

The short version: You need as much light as you can get. Lighting kits can be affordable on Amazon, but you can also achieve a great look using daylight/windows and ‘daylight’ lightbulbs.

The long version: If you’ve ever tried to make a video indoors, you already know that it’s necessary to have additional light. Often just filming with the normal lights in a room will cause your footage to look dark and grainy, and possibly be tinted orange. To overcome these problems you need to increase the amount of light you have available.

Sometimes, it is enough to film near windows and/or bring more household lamps into your filming area. For any household lamps or lighting fixtures you use, make sure to put in white or ‘daylight’ lightbulbs instead of using the orange/tungsten bulbs that you might have for everyday use (this is how you avoid tinting things orange).

If you have the budget available to get some lighting equipment, you can find softbox lights or LED panel lights available fairly inexpensively online. Softbox lights are great because they provide even, diffused, light.

Another useful piece of lighting equipment to have is a reflector. A reflector is usually a piece of white, silver, or gold fabric stretched over a frame. You can use it to bounce light from one light source back towards yourself (this is a great way to fill shadows cast by your main light). Reflectors tend to be inexpensive, but you can also use white cardboard or tinfoil in place of purchasing a reflector.

Tripods and Camera Stands

The short version: You need something to hold your camera. If you mostly film in your own home that can be a desk or a stack of books, but if you make a lot of videos while you’re on the go you probably need a tripod or gimbal. Heavier cameras need heavier tripods.

The long version: While handheld cameras can deliver solid results for vloggers and casual streamers, viewers do expect reasonably stable footage. For many types of videos, the camera needs to be completely still and flatly positioned on a horizontal plane. Tripods and camera stands can cost very little, so it’s a good idea to look into getting some kind of stabilizer.

When you are choosing a tripod, pay attention to how much it weighs. If the camera that needs to be mounted on it is very heavy (like some DSLR models), you want to ensure that the structure itself weighs enough not to be easily tipped over. Too thin tripods can put your camera at risk, and that’s the last thing you want. Smaller cameras such as GoPros are more flexible in this regard and can be placed on a wider range of tripods.

Even if you are using a phone or a webcam to record YouTube videos, you should consider mounting the device on a stable stand. It is possible to find mini tripods ideal for smartphones for as little as $10. These tripods are small enough to carry in your pocket, so you will be prepared to start making a video no matter where your adventures take you. If you are using a web camera, you should attach it to the stand so that it won’t move accidentally after you touch the surface it is placed on.

Smartphone Camera Gear

The short version: There’s a lot of gear out there designed with smartphone photos and videos in mind, including clip-on lenses, tripod mounts, phone-mounted LED lights, and inexpensive microphones that plug into the audio jack.

The long version: Recording your videos with a mobile phone can be a good decision. It all depends on the phone you have and the range of add-ons and apps that you complement it with. Almost every high-end model released in the past five years can shoot videos in 1080p or higher. Some can even produce 4K footage. If you perfect your smartphone filming technique, your YouTube videos could look as if they were made with pro equipment.

On the flip side, smartphone cameras typically perform poorly in low light. It is possible to download an app that lets you play around with settings to overcome this, but a phone-mounted LED light is probably a better solution. An external microphone might also be a necessity, but there are some good (inexpensive) options that can simply be plugged in through the headphone jack.

Another common downside of smartphone cameras is that most of them use digital zoom, which is vastly inferior to optical zoom. If you intend to shoot anything that’s further away than a few feet, you need a clip-on lens that goes on top of the built-in camera. This inexpensive device will give you a lot of freedom to work in space, and allow you to make spectacular shots even without high-end YouTube equipment.

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Richard Bennett

Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.

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Nowadays, we can see a trend of people posting looping videos on their social media. These looping videos are fascinating and fun to watch. A loop is a popular element in photography and especially music videos, the idea being that the camera appears to magically repeat itself as many times as there are photos or frames showing the action. They can also simply recur a sequence a certain number of times, then stop.

Now some people don’t know how to make looping videos, so in this article, we are going to discuss how to loop a video on iPhone videos and also how to loop YouTube videos on iPhone. Let’s get started.

• Part 1: Convert iPhone Live Photos to a Loop Video
• Part 2: Repeat Slideshow Video to Loop on iPhone
• Part 3: Loop YouTube Videos On iPhone
• Part 4: Best Apps to Loop Videos on iPhone and iPad
• Part 5: Better Way to Loop and Create Boomerang Videos in Filmora Video Editor
• Part 6: Frequently Asked Questions About Choosing Best Free Video Editor for Windows

Part 1: How to Convert iPhone Live Photos to a Loop Video

A loop video is a short video that plays in repeat/ indefinitely. Loop videos can be created with features on social media apps and third-party apps.

iPhone has a setting that allows you to edit the photos to loop or bounce videos, and it only works with a photo feature called ‘live photo’. The live photo feature records 1.5 seconds moving picture when you click on the shutter button.

The live photo feature can be edited to create a loop video, and you can do that by following these steps:

1. Before creating the video, you need to have the live picture saved on your phone.

To do this, capture a live photo by opening your camera app. Then click on the live photo icon, which is located in the upper right corner. And tap on the shutter button.

1. Afterward, you locate the live photo you want to convert to a loop video by going to the Photos apps. Then click on Albums > Media Types> Live photos.

1. After locating and clicking on the live picture, you will see the Live tab in the upper left corner. Click on the arrow down to view other options, including Loop, Bounce, and long exposure.

1. Select the effect you want to create (loop) and save the file. The loop feature plays the video in a one-way order. So, to make it more interesting, you can select the bounce effect, which makes it play back and forth.
2. You can share the created loop video with the share icon at the lower-left corner.

Part 2: Repeat Slideshow to Loop Video on iPhone for Free

Slideshow videos are a very fun way to see your content. People gather around a screen to enjoy these beautiful memories of their life. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to loop a slideshow video on iPhone.

1. First, go to your gallery and select a video that you want to make a slideshow of.
2. Add that video to an album in your gallery under any name.
3. Pause the slideshow video, and you will see Options button at the bottom. Click it and then enable the Repeat option.

Now open that video from the album and start playing the video. That video will start playing in a loop until you make it stop.

---

Part 3: How to Loop YouTube Videos On iPhone?

Now coming to the part that we discussed in the intro, how to loop YouTube videos on iPhone. So here, we will show you a step-by-step guide on how to loop the videos on your iPhone.

1. Launch YouTube on your iPhone and log in to your account if you are not already logged in.
2. Now go to the “Search” option and lookup for the desired video that you want to loop, and add it to the playlist. There are two ways you can do that. Click and hold on to the video; a small menu will appear, then click on “Add to” to make a playlist. Start the video and then scroll down a bit and on the extreme right side, click on the “Add to” option, and then name the playlist.
3. After that, go back to the main menu and on the lower bottom right side of the screen, click on “Library,” and then select the new playlist.
4. Start playing the video, and under the video, click on the drop-down button, and on the left side of the drop-down screen, there is a loop button, click on that, and it will start to play the loop infinitely.

Check this ultimate guide to looping YouTube videos to get more ways.

Part 4: Best Apps to Loop Videos on iPhone and iPad

1. Loopideo - Loop Videos

Loopideo is the app on our list that is an answer to how to loop a video on iPhone. It lets you import any video from your play that you want to play in a loop. This is a great tool when it comes to individual and organizational presentations. This powerful app can be very useful for you in many cases.

2. Loop Video – GIF Maker

The second app on our list is Loop Video GIF Maker. It is very fun and easy to use the tool. It allows you to make the videos loop by turning them into GIFs. Loop Video GIF Maker allows you to import any video from your gallery into your app. You can then convert into a looping GIF. You can also choose the playback speed of the GIF after you can export it to the gallery or upload it to your social media directly from the app.

3. Loopideo Pro

Loopideo Pro is a more feature-filled app on the App Store. Loopideo allows you to make the videos loop an unlimited amount of times. You can also choose the formats that you want to convert the looping video into. This app also gives you the option to choose the playback speed and then can also convert it into GIF speed so that you can save it in your gallery.

4. iMovie

iMovie is a more professional app that is available on the list. This app allows you to loop not only the video but also edit the video. This allows you to play the video in a loop for an unlimited amount of time in the built-in player, but when it comes to saving the looping video, it is not possible because you would need an unlimited amount of space to save that video.

5. Looper

The last app on our list is a looper, and it is a very fun and easy-to-use app available on this list. Choose a video from your gallery, Local Videos, or iCloud Drive. Select the times you want the video to repeat and play. You can also export your video in reverse or in GIF format.

Bonus: Record a Looping Video with Boomerang app on iPhone

To make a looping video on your iPhone, you can either download the boomerang app or use the boomerang video on Instagram.

If you are using the Boomerang app, take these steps to make a looping video:

• Launch the Boomerang from Instagram app on your iPhone, if you haven’t installed it already, click on the search bar and type in Boomerang in the App Store.
• The welcome screen will appear, swipe left and tap on Get started. Allow it to access to your camera, location, and photos. After you are done setting up, you can make the videos.
• To make a boomerang video, click and hold the shutter button. Hold the shutter for a few seconds and move the phone across the image or scene.
• A preview of the looping video will appear; tap on Done to save the video. Or click on the X symbol to make a new video.
• You can change the settings to record a selfie video by clicking on the curved arrows symbol. And you can also tap the lightning sign to put the flash on and off.

To make the video with the Instagram Boomerang feature:

• Open the Instagram app, and then swipe left as if to add a story.
• Click on the boomerang icon (infinity symbol). Press and hold the shutter to make the video.
• Preview the video, and you can add texts, songs, markups, and stickers to the video.
• And then click on the arrow-down symbol to save/ download the video. You can share the video to close friends or your story.

---

Part 5: What If You’d Like to Loop Videos on Computer?

Filmora is one of the most popular video editors among video creators. It gives you high-quality end product, smooth slowing down & speeding up movements, voiceovers on top of music tracks and transitions between audio & video clips. But another amazing benefit of this computer video editor is that you can produce a loop video.

The Best Video Looper on Windows and Mac

• Loop and repeat videos multiple times
• Copy and paste clips easily
• Built-in plentiful templates and effects
• Export to MP4, MOV, MKV, GIF and multiple formats

Free Download

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Secure Download

Free Download

For macOS 10.14 or later

Secure Download

Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>

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In this part, I’m going to show you how to create looping video in Filmora video editor with the reverse effect. It’s actually really easy and doesn’t require any complicated steps. You’ll be able to create a cool, looping video in no time! So, let’s get started!

Step 1: Import Videos to Filmora video editor

Launch Filmora video editor on your Windows or Mac computer and then make a new project. Import videos as you can see it has been already imported all the media in the media library from your which you want to loop effect, and then drag the video clip to the timeline.

Step 2: Copy and Paste the Video

After drag and drop the video to the timeline, make a copy of it (Ctrl+C). Go to the last frame and paste this video again.

Step 3: Enable Reverse Speed effect

Right click on the pasted video and go to Speed and Duration option in which custom speed dialog box where you can adjust the speed.

In the Custom Speed dialog box you will find the speed, duration, reverse and ripple options. To make a video with loop effects, click the Reverse option to reverse the video play back from end to start frames automatically. Click OK to save the settings.

Now you have got a video with one looping count, if you want the video to loop several times, you can select these 2 clips and paste it based on your needs to get a continuous looping effect.


We hope you found this post helpful in learning how to create looping video with Filmora video editor. This makes them perfect for use as GIFs because they are never ending! What’s more, you can create a looping video in Filmora video editor by adding a sound that plays continuously. If you’re looking to make an endlessly repeating animated image or video clip using just one still image, look no further than Filmora video editor. It’s easy and fun to use.

Free Download

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Secure Download

Free Download

For macOS 10.14 or later

Secure Download

Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>

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Part 6: Frequently Asked Question About Looping Videos on iPhone

1. What is a looping video?

It means a video that repeats for a specific number of times or maybe an unlimited amount of times automatically. For example, a GIF.

1. Can I loop videos an unlimited number of times?

Yes, it is possible to loop a video an unlimited amount of times. You can learn how to loop a video on iPhone by using the methods that we discussed above in the whole article. It is not possible to save the infinitely looping because it will take an infinite amount of memory.

1. Does the view count if I play a YouTube video in a loop?

No, YouTube will not count repeated views if they all come over and over again from the same sources. This is to maintain the overall quality of YouTube and make it scam-free.

Free Download

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Secure Download

Free Download

For macOS 10.14 or later

Secure Download

Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>

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Free Download

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Secure Download

Free Download

For macOS 10.14 or later

Secure Download

Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>

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Nowadays, we can see a trend of people posting looping videos on their social media. These looping videos are fascinating and fun to watch. A loop is a popular element in photography and especially music videos, the idea being that the camera appears to magically repeat itself as many times as there are photos or frames showing the action. They can also simply recur a sequence a certain number of times, then stop.

Now some people don’t know how to make looping videos, so in this article, we are going to discuss how to loop a video on iPhone videos and also how to loop YouTube videos on iPhone. Let’s get started.

• Part 1: Convert iPhone Live Photos to a Loop Video
• Part 2: Repeat Slideshow Video to Loop on iPhone
• Part 3: Loop YouTube Videos On iPhone
• Part 4: Best Apps to Loop Videos on iPhone and iPad
• Part 5: Better Way to Loop and Create Boomerang Videos in Filmora Video Editor
• Part 6: Frequently Asked Questions About Choosing Best Free Video Editor for Windows

Part 1: How to Convert iPhone Live Photos to a Loop Video

A loop video is a short video that plays in repeat/ indefinitely. Loop videos can be created with features on social media apps and third-party apps.

iPhone has a setting that allows you to edit the photos to loop or bounce videos, and it only works with a photo feature called ‘live photo’. The live photo feature records 1.5 seconds moving picture when you click on the shutter button.

The live photo feature can be edited to create a loop video, and you can do that by following these steps:

1. Before creating the video, you need to have the live picture saved on your phone.

To do this, capture a live photo by opening your camera app. Then click on the live photo icon, which is located in the upper right corner. And tap on the shutter button.

1. Afterward, you locate the live photo you want to convert to a loop video by going to the Photos apps. Then click on Albums > Media Types> Live photos.

1. After locating and clicking on the live picture, you will see the Live tab in the upper left corner. Click on the arrow down to view other options, including Loop, Bounce, and long exposure.

1. Select the effect you want to create (loop) and save the file. The loop feature plays the video in a one-way order. So, to make it more interesting, you can select the bounce effect, which makes it play back and forth.
2. You can share the created loop video with the share icon at the lower-left corner.

Part 2: Repeat Slideshow to Loop Video on iPhone for Free

Slideshow videos are a very fun way to see your content. People gather around a screen to enjoy these beautiful memories of their life. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to loop a slideshow video on iPhone.

1. First, go to your gallery and select a video that you want to make a slideshow of.
2. Add that video to an album in your gallery under any name.
3. Pause the slideshow video, and you will see Options button at the bottom. Click it and then enable the Repeat option.

Now open that video from the album and start playing the video. That video will start playing in a loop until you make it stop.

---

Part 3: How to Loop YouTube Videos On iPhone?

Now coming to the part that we discussed in the intro, how to loop YouTube videos on iPhone. So here, we will show you a step-by-step guide on how to loop the videos on your iPhone.

1. Launch YouTube on your iPhone and log in to your account if you are not already logged in.
2. Now go to the “Search” option and lookup for the desired video that you want to loop, and add it to the playlist. There are two ways you can do that. Click and hold on to the video; a small menu will appear, then click on “Add to” to make a playlist. Start the video and then scroll down a bit and on the extreme right side, click on the “Add to” option, and then name the playlist.
3. After that, go back to the main menu and on the lower bottom right side of the screen, click on “Library,” and then select the new playlist.
4. Start playing the video, and under the video, click on the drop-down button, and on the left side of the drop-down screen, there is a loop button, click on that, and it will start to play the loop infinitely.

Check this ultimate guide to looping YouTube videos to get more ways.

Part 4: Best Apps to Loop Videos on iPhone and iPad

1. Loopideo - Loop Videos

Loopideo is the app on our list that is an answer to how to loop a video on iPhone. It lets you import any video from your play that you want to play in a loop. This is a great tool when it comes to individual and organizational presentations. This powerful app can be very useful for you in many cases.

2. Loop Video – GIF Maker

The second app on our list is Loop Video GIF Maker. It is very fun and easy to use the tool. It allows you to make the videos loop by turning them into GIFs. Loop Video GIF Maker allows you to import any video from your gallery into your app. You can then convert into a looping GIF. You can also choose the playback speed of the GIF after you can export it to the gallery or upload it to your social media directly from the app.

3. Loopideo Pro

Loopideo Pro is a more feature-filled app on the App Store. Loopideo allows you to make the videos loop an unlimited amount of times. You can also choose the formats that you want to convert the looping video into. This app also gives you the option to choose the playback speed and then can also convert it into GIF speed so that you can save it in your gallery.

4. iMovie

iMovie is a more professional app that is available on the list. This app allows you to loop not only the video but also edit the video. This allows you to play the video in a loop for an unlimited amount of time in the built-in player, but when it comes to saving the looping video, it is not possible because you would need an unlimited amount of space to save that video.

5. Looper

The last app on our list is a looper, and it is a very fun and easy-to-use app available on this list. Choose a video from your gallery, Local Videos, or iCloud Drive. Select the times you want the video to repeat and play. You can also export your video in reverse or in GIF format.

Bonus: Record a Looping Video with Boomerang app on iPhone

To make a looping video on your iPhone, you can either download the boomerang app or use the boomerang video on Instagram.

If you are using the Boomerang app, take these steps to make a looping video:

• Launch the Boomerang from Instagram app on your iPhone, if you haven’t installed it already, click on the search bar and type in Boomerang in the App Store.
• The welcome screen will appear, swipe left and tap on Get started. Allow it to access to your camera, location, and photos. After you are done setting up, you can make the videos.
• To make a boomerang video, click and hold the shutter button. Hold the shutter for a few seconds and move the phone across the image or scene.
• A preview of the looping video will appear; tap on Done to save the video. Or click on the X symbol to make a new video.
• You can change the settings to record a selfie video by clicking on the curved arrows symbol. And you can also tap the lightning sign to put the flash on and off.

To make the video with the Instagram Boomerang feature:

• Open the Instagram app, and then swipe left as if to add a story.
• Click on the boomerang icon (infinity symbol). Press and hold the shutter to make the video.
• Preview the video, and you can add texts, songs, markups, and stickers to the video.
• And then click on the arrow-down symbol to save/ download the video. You can share the video to close friends or your story.

---

Part 5: What If You’d Like to Loop Videos on Computer?

Filmora is one of the most popular video editors among video creators. It gives you high-quality end product, smooth slowing down & speeding up movements, voiceovers on top of music tracks and transitions between audio & video clips. But another amazing benefit of this computer video editor is that you can produce a loop video.

The Best Video Looper on Windows and Mac

• Loop and repeat videos multiple times
• Copy and paste clips easily
• Built-in plentiful templates and effects
• Export to MP4, MOV, MKV, GIF and multiple formats

Free Download

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Secure Download

Free Download

For macOS 10.14 or later

Secure Download

Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>

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In this part, I’m going to show you how to create looping video in Filmora video editor with the reverse effect. It’s actually really easy and doesn’t require any complicated steps. You’ll be able to create a cool, looping video in no time! So, let’s get started!

Step 1: Import Videos to Filmora video editor

Launch Filmora video editor on your Windows or Mac computer and then make a new project. Import videos as you can see it has been already imported all the media in the media library from your which you want to loop effect, and then drag the video clip to the timeline.

Step 2: Copy and Paste the Video

After drag and drop the video to the timeline, make a copy of it (Ctrl+C). Go to the last frame and paste this video again.

Step 3: Enable Reverse Speed effect

Right click on the pasted video and go to Speed and Duration option in which custom speed dialog box where you can adjust the speed.

In the Custom Speed dialog box you will find the speed, duration, reverse and ripple options. To make a video with loop effects, click the Reverse option to reverse the video play back from end to start frames automatically. Click OK to save the settings.

Now you have got a video with one looping count, if you want the video to loop several times, you can select these 2 clips and paste it based on your needs to get a continuous looping effect.


We hope you found this post helpful in learning how to create looping video with Filmora video editor. This makes them perfect for use as GIFs because they are never ending! What’s more, you can create a looping video in Filmora video editor by adding a sound that plays continuously. If you’re looking to make an endlessly repeating animated image or video clip using just one still image, look no further than Filmora video editor. It’s easy and fun to use.

Free Download

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Secure Download

Free Download

For macOS 10.14 or later

Secure Download

Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>

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Part 6: Frequently Asked Question About Looping Videos on iPhone

1. What is a looping video?

It means a video that repeats for a specific number of times or maybe an unlimited amount of times automatically. For example, a GIF.

1. Can I loop videos an unlimited number of times?

Yes, it is possible to loop a video an unlimited amount of times. You can learn how to loop a video on iPhone by using the methods that we discussed above in the whole article. It is not possible to save the infinitely looping because it will take an infinite amount of memory.

1. Does the view count if I play a YouTube video in a loop?

No, YouTube will not count repeated views if they all come over and over again from the same sources. This is to maintain the overall quality of YouTube and make it scam-free.

Free Download

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Secure Download

Free Download

For macOS 10.14 or later

Secure Download

Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>

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Shanoon Cox is a writer and a lover of all things video.

Follow @Shanoon Cox

Shanoon Cox

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Free Download

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Secure Download

Free Download

For macOS 10.14 or later

Secure Download

Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>

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Nowadays, we can see a trend of people posting looping videos on their social media. These looping videos are fascinating and fun to watch. A loop is a popular element in photography and especially music videos, the idea being that the camera appears to magically repeat itself as many times as there are photos or frames showing the action. They can also simply recur a sequence a certain number of times, then stop.

Now some people don’t know how to make looping videos, so in this article, we are going to discuss how to loop a video on iPhone videos and also how to loop YouTube videos on iPhone. Let’s get started.

• Part 1: Convert iPhone Live Photos to a Loop Video
• Part 2: Repeat Slideshow Video to Loop on iPhone
• Part 3: Loop YouTube Videos On iPhone
• Part 4: Best Apps to Loop Videos on iPhone and iPad
• Part 5: Better Way to Loop and Create Boomerang Videos in Filmora Video Editor
• Part 6: Frequently Asked Questions About Choosing Best Free Video Editor for Windows

Part 1: How to Convert iPhone Live Photos to a Loop Video

A loop video is a short video that plays in repeat/ indefinitely. Loop videos can be created with features on social media apps and third-party apps.

iPhone has a setting that allows you to edit the photos to loop or bounce videos, and it only works with a photo feature called ‘live photo’. The live photo feature records 1.5 seconds moving picture when you click on the shutter button.

The live photo feature can be edited to create a loop video, and you can do that by following these steps:

1. Before creating the video, you need to have the live picture saved on your phone.

To do this, capture a live photo by opening your camera app. Then click on the live photo icon, which is located in the upper right corner. And tap on the shutter button.

1. Afterward, you locate the live photo you want to convert to a loop video by going to the Photos apps. Then click on Albums > Media Types> Live photos.

1. After locating and clicking on the live picture, you will see the Live tab in the upper left corner. Click on the arrow down to view other options, including Loop, Bounce, and long exposure.

1. Select the effect you want to create (loop) and save the file. The loop feature plays the video in a one-way order. So, to make it more interesting, you can select the bounce effect, which makes it play back and forth.
2. You can share the created loop video with the share icon at the lower-left corner.

Part 2: Repeat Slideshow to Loop Video on iPhone for Free

Slideshow videos are a very fun way to see your content. People gather around a screen to enjoy these beautiful memories of their life. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to loop a slideshow video on iPhone.

1. First, go to your gallery and select a video that you want to make a slideshow of.
2. Add that video to an album in your gallery under any name.
3. Pause the slideshow video, and you will see Options button at the bottom. Click it and then enable the Repeat option.

Now open that video from the album and start playing the video. That video will start playing in a loop until you make it stop.

---

Part 3: How to Loop YouTube Videos On iPhone?

Now coming to the part that we discussed in the intro, how to loop YouTube videos on iPhone. So here, we will show you a step-by-step guide on how to loop the videos on your iPhone.

1. Launch YouTube on your iPhone and log in to your account if you are not already logged in.
2. Now go to the “Search” option and lookup for the desired video that you want to loop, and add it to the playlist. There are two ways you can do that. Click and hold on to the video; a small menu will appear, then click on “Add to” to make a playlist. Start the video and then scroll down a bit and on the extreme right side, click on the “Add to” option, and then name the playlist.
3. After that, go back to the main menu and on the lower bottom right side of the screen, click on “Library,” and then select the new playlist.
4. Start playing the video, and under the video, click on the drop-down button, and on the left side of the drop-down screen, there is a loop button, click on that, and it will start to play the loop infinitely.

Check this ultimate guide to looping YouTube videos to get more ways.

Part 4: Best Apps to Loop Videos on iPhone and iPad

1. Loopideo - Loop Videos

Loopideo is the app on our list that is an answer to how to loop a video on iPhone. It lets you import any video from your play that you want to play in a loop. This is a great tool when it comes to individual and organizational presentations. This powerful app can be very useful for you in many cases.

2. Loop Video – GIF Maker

The second app on our list is Loop Video GIF Maker. It is very fun and easy to use the tool. It allows you to make the videos loop by turning them into GIFs. Loop Video GIF Maker allows you to import any video from your gallery into your app. You can then convert into a looping GIF. You can also choose the playback speed of the GIF after you can export it to the gallery or upload it to your social media directly from the app.

3. Loopideo Pro

Loopideo Pro is a more feature-filled app on the App Store. Loopideo allows you to make the videos loop an unlimited amount of times. You can also choose the formats that you want to convert the looping video into. This app also gives you the option to choose the playback speed and then can also convert it into GIF speed so that you can save it in your gallery.

4. iMovie

iMovie is a more professional app that is available on the list. This app allows you to loop not only the video but also edit the video. This allows you to play the video in a loop for an unlimited amount of time in the built-in player, but when it comes to saving the looping video, it is not possible because you would need an unlimited amount of space to save that video.

5. Looper

The last app on our list is a looper, and it is a very fun and easy-to-use app available on this list. Choose a video from your gallery, Local Videos, or iCloud Drive. Select the times you want the video to repeat and play. You can also export your video in reverse or in GIF format.

Bonus: Record a Looping Video with Boomerang app on iPhone

To make a looping video on your iPhone, you can either download the boomerang app or use the boomerang video on Instagram.

If you are using the Boomerang app, take these steps to make a looping video:

• Launch the Boomerang from Instagram app on your iPhone, if you haven’t installed it already, click on the search bar and type in Boomerang in the App Store.
• The welcome screen will appear, swipe left and tap on Get started. Allow it to access to your camera, location, and photos. After you are done setting up, you can make the videos.
• To make a boomerang video, click and hold the shutter button. Hold the shutter for a few seconds and move the phone across the image or scene.
• A preview of the looping video will appear; tap on Done to save the video. Or click on the X symbol to make a new video.
• You can change the settings to record a selfie video by clicking on the curved arrows symbol. And you can also tap the lightning sign to put the flash on and off.

To make the video with the Instagram Boomerang feature:

• Open the Instagram app, and then swipe left as if to add a story.
• Click on the boomerang icon (infinity symbol). Press and hold the shutter to make the video.
• Preview the video, and you can add texts, songs, markups, and stickers to the video.
• And then click on the arrow-down symbol to save/ download the video. You can share the video to close friends or your story.

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Part 5: What If You’d Like to Loop Videos on Computer?

Filmora is one of the most popular video editors among video creators. It gives you high-quality end product, smooth slowing down & speeding up movements, voiceovers on top of music tracks and transitions between audio & video clips. But another amazing benefit of this computer video editor is that you can produce a loop video.

The Best Video Looper on Windows and Mac

• Loop and repeat videos multiple times
• Copy and paste clips easily
• Built-in plentiful templates and effects
• Export to MP4, MOV, MKV, GIF and multiple formats

Free Download

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Secure Download

Free Download

For macOS 10.14 or later

Secure Download

Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
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In this part, I’m going to show you how to create looping video in Filmora video editor with the reverse effect. It’s actually really easy and doesn’t require any complicated steps. You’ll be able to create a cool, looping video in no time! So, let’s get started!

Step 1: Import Videos to Filmora video editor

Launch Filmora video editor on your Windows or Mac computer and then make a new project. Import videos as you can see it has been already imported all the media in the media library from your which you want to loop effect, and then drag the video clip to the timeline.

Step 2: Copy and Paste the Video

After drag and drop the video to the timeline, make a copy of it (Ctrl+C). Go to the last frame and paste this video again.

Step 3: Enable Reverse Speed effect

Right click on the pasted video and go to Speed and Duration option in which custom speed dialog box where you can adjust the speed.

In the Custom Speed dialog box you will find the speed, duration, reverse and ripple options. To make a video with loop effects, click the Reverse option to reverse the video play back from end to start frames automatically. Click OK to save the settings.

Now you have got a video with one looping count, if you want the video to loop several times, you can select these 2 clips and paste it based on your needs to get a continuous looping effect.


We hope you found this post helpful in learning how to create looping video with Filmora video editor. This makes them perfect for use as GIFs because they are never ending! What’s more, you can create a looping video in Filmora video editor by adding a sound that plays continuously. If you’re looking to make an endlessly repeating animated image or video clip using just one still image, look no further than Filmora video editor. It’s easy and fun to use.

Free Download

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Secure Download

Free Download

For macOS 10.14 or later

Secure Download

Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>

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Part 6: Frequently Asked Question About Looping Videos on iPhone

1. What is a looping video?

It means a video that repeats for a specific number of times or maybe an unlimited amount of times automatically. For example, a GIF.

1. Can I loop videos an unlimited number of times?

Yes, it is possible to loop a video an unlimited amount of times. You can learn how to loop a video on iPhone by using the methods that we discussed above in the whole article. It is not possible to save the infinitely looping because it will take an infinite amount of memory.

1. Does the view count if I play a YouTube video in a loop?

No, YouTube will not count repeated views if they all come over and over again from the same sources. This is to maintain the overall quality of YouTube and make it scam-free.

Free Download

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Secure Download

Free Download

For macOS 10.14 or later

Secure Download

Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>

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Nowadays, we can see a trend of people posting looping videos on their social media. These looping videos are fascinating and fun to watch. A loop is a popular element in photography and especially music videos, the idea being that the camera appears to magically repeat itself as many times as there are photos or frames showing the action. They can also simply recur a sequence a certain number of times, then stop.

Now some people don’t know how to make looping videos, so in this article, we are going to discuss how to loop a video on iPhone videos and also how to loop YouTube videos on iPhone. Let’s get started.

• Part 1: Convert iPhone Live Photos to a Loop Video
• Part 2: Repeat Slideshow Video to Loop on iPhone
• Part 3: Loop YouTube Videos On iPhone
• Part 4: Best Apps to Loop Videos on iPhone and iPad
• Part 5: Better Way to Loop and Create Boomerang Videos in Filmora Video Editor
• Part 6: Frequently Asked Questions About Choosing Best Free Video Editor for Windows

Part 1: How to Convert iPhone Live Photos to a Loop Video

A loop video is a short video that plays in repeat/ indefinitely. Loop videos can be created with features on social media apps and third-party apps.

iPhone has a setting that allows you to edit the photos to loop or bounce videos, and it only works with a photo feature called ‘live photo’. The live photo feature records 1.5 seconds moving picture when you click on the shutter button.

The live photo feature can be edited to create a loop video, and you can do that by following these steps:

1. Before creating the video, you need to have the live picture saved on your phone.

To do this, capture a live photo by opening your camera app. Then click on the live photo icon, which is located in the upper right corner. And tap on the shutter button.

1. Afterward, you locate the live photo you want to convert to a loop video by going to the Photos apps. Then click on Albums > Media Types> Live photos.

1. After locating and clicking on the live picture, you will see the Live tab in the upper left corner. Click on the arrow down to view other options, including Loop, Bounce, and long exposure.

1. Select the effect you want to create (loop) and save the file. The loop feature plays the video in a one-way order. So, to make it more interesting, you can select the bounce effect, which makes it play back and forth.
2. You can share the created loop video with the share icon at the lower-left corner.

Part 2: Repeat Slideshow to Loop Video on iPhone for Free

Slideshow videos are a very fun way to see your content. People gather around a screen to enjoy these beautiful memories of their life. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to loop a slideshow video on iPhone.

1. First, go to your gallery and select a video that you want to make a slideshow of.
2. Add that video to an album in your gallery under any name.
3. Pause the slideshow video, and you will see Options button at the bottom. Click it and then enable the Repeat option.

Now open that video from the album and start playing the video. That video will start playing in a loop until you make it stop.

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Part 3: How to Loop YouTube Videos On iPhone?

Now coming to the part that we discussed in the intro, how to loop YouTube videos on iPhone. So here, we will show you a step-by-step guide on how to loop the videos on your iPhone.

1. Launch YouTube on your iPhone and log in to your account if you are not already logged in.
2. Now go to the “Search” option and lookup for the desired video that you want to loop, and add it to the playlist. There are two ways you can do that. Click and hold on to the video; a small menu will appear, then click on “Add to” to make a playlist. Start the video and then scroll down a bit and on the extreme right side, click on the “Add to” option, and then name the playlist.
3. After that, go back to the main menu and on the lower bottom right side of the screen, click on “Library,” and then select the new playlist.
4. Start playing the video, and under the video, click on the drop-down button, and on the left side of the drop-down screen, there is a loop button, click on that, and it will start to play the loop infinitely.

Check this ultimate guide to looping YouTube videos to get more ways.

Part 4: Best Apps to Loop Videos on iPhone and iPad

1. Loopideo - Loop Videos

Loopideo is the app on our list that is an answer to how to loop a video on iPhone. It lets you import any video from your play that you want to play in a loop. This is a great tool when it comes to individual and organizational presentations. This powerful app can be very useful for you in many cases.

2. Loop Video – GIF Maker

The second app on our list is Loop Video GIF Maker. It is very fun and easy to use the tool. It allows you to make the videos loop by turning them into GIFs. Loop Video GIF Maker allows you to import any video from your gallery into your app. You can then convert into a looping GIF. You can also choose the playback speed of the GIF after you can export it to the gallery or upload it to your social media directly from the app.

3. Loopideo Pro

Loopideo Pro is a more feature-filled app on the App Store. Loopideo allows you to make the videos loop an unlimited amount of times. You can also choose the formats that you want to convert the looping video into. This app also gives you the option to choose the playback speed and then can also convert it into GIF speed so that you can save it in your gallery.

4. iMovie

iMovie is a more professional app that is available on the list. This app allows you to loop not only the video but also edit the video. This allows you to play the video in a loop for an unlimited amount of time in the built-in player, but when it comes to saving the looping video, it is not possible because you would need an unlimited amount of space to save that video.

5. Looper

The last app on our list is a looper, and it is a very fun and easy-to-use app available on this list. Choose a video from your gallery, Local Videos, or iCloud Drive. Select the times you want the video to repeat and play. You can also export your video in reverse or in GIF format.

Bonus: Record a Looping Video with Boomerang app on iPhone

To make a looping video on your iPhone, you can either download the boomerang app or use the boomerang video on Instagram.

If you are using the Boomerang app, take these steps to make a looping video:

• Launch the Boomerang from Instagram app on your iPhone, if you haven’t installed it already, click on the search bar and type in Boomerang in the App Store.
• The welcome screen will appear, swipe left and tap on Get started. Allow it to access to your camera, location, and photos. After you are done setting up, you can make the videos.
• To make a boomerang video, click and hold the shutter button. Hold the shutter for a few seconds and move the phone across the image or scene.
• A preview of the looping video will appear; tap on Done to save the video. Or click on the X symbol to make a new video.
• You can change the settings to record a selfie video by clicking on the curved arrows symbol. And you can also tap the lightning sign to put the flash on and off.

To make the video with the Instagram Boomerang feature:

• Open the Instagram app, and then swipe left as if to add a story.
• Click on the boomerang icon (infinity symbol). Press and hold the shutter to make the video.
• Preview the video, and you can add texts, songs, markups, and stickers to the video.
• And then click on the arrow-down symbol to save/ download the video. You can share the video to close friends or your story.

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Part 5: What If You’d Like to Loop Videos on Computer?

Filmora is one of the most popular video editors among video creators. It gives you high-quality end product, smooth slowing down & speeding up movements, voiceovers on top of music tracks and transitions between audio & video clips. But another amazing benefit of this computer video editor is that you can produce a loop video.

The Best Video Looper on Windows and Mac

• Loop and repeat videos multiple times
• Copy and paste clips easily
• Built-in plentiful templates and effects
• Export to MP4, MOV, MKV, GIF and multiple formats

Free Download

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Secure Download

Free Download

For macOS 10.14 or later

Secure Download

Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>

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In this part, I’m going to show you how to create looping video in Filmora video editor with the reverse effect. It’s actually really easy and doesn’t require any complicated steps. You’ll be able to create a cool, looping video in no time! So, let’s get started!

Step 1: Import Videos to Filmora video editor

Launch Filmora video editor on your Windows or Mac computer and then make a new project. Import videos as you can see it has been already imported all the media in the media library from your which you want to loop effect, and then drag the video clip to the timeline.

Step 2: Copy and Paste the Video

After drag and drop the video to the timeline, make a copy of it (Ctrl+C). Go to the last frame and paste this video again.

Step 3: Enable Reverse Speed effect

Right click on the pasted video and go to Speed and Duration option in which custom speed dialog box where you can adjust the speed.

In the Custom Speed dialog box you will find the speed, duration, reverse and ripple options. To make a video with loop effects, click the Reverse option to reverse the video play back from end to start frames automatically. Click OK to save the settings.

Now you have got a video with one looping count, if you want the video to loop several times, you can select these 2 clips and paste it based on your needs to get a continuous looping effect.


We hope you found this post helpful in learning how to create looping video with Filmora video editor. This makes them perfect for use as GIFs because they are never ending! What’s more, you can create a looping video in Filmora video editor by adding a sound that plays continuously. If you’re looking to make an endlessly repeating animated image or video clip using just one still image, look no further than Filmora video editor. It’s easy and fun to use.

Free Download

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Secure Download

Free Download

For macOS 10.14 or later

Secure Download

Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>

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Part 6: Frequently Asked Question About Looping Videos on iPhone

1. What is a looping video?

It means a video that repeats for a specific number of times or maybe an unlimited amount of times automatically. For example, a GIF.

1. Can I loop videos an unlimited number of times?

Yes, it is possible to loop a video an unlimited amount of times. You can learn how to loop a video on iPhone by using the methods that we discussed above in the whole article. It is not possible to save the infinitely looping because it will take an infinite amount of memory.

1. Does the view count if I play a YouTube video in a loop?

No, YouTube will not count repeated views if they all come over and over again from the same sources. This is to maintain the overall quality of YouTube and make it scam-free.

Free Download

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

Secure Download

Free Download

For macOS 10.14 or later

Secure Download

Click here to get Filmora for PC by email
or Try Filmora App for mobile >>>

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Shanoon Cox is a writer and a lover of all things video.

Follow @Shanoon Cox

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