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For your application, what you already have will do a perfectly good job, I would think, assuming you have decent mics, lights etc. Panasonic GH series has been the go-to for years, I believe, though you will find people using all sorts. Sony A series is very popular, Canon and Nikon DSLRs from top to bottom of ranges. Newest Fuji model is aimed at video, I believe. No right answer. Solution is determined by budget to a degree.
I use a Nikon D750 with either Rode Videomic Pro or adapted SmartLav+ lapel mics, which I also use with an iPhone 8 for on-the-go vids. Both are fit for purpose.
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Camera for filming... is this the right place to ask? I need up to date advice.
One aspect of my work is filming interviews. Usually one on one, natural lighting. Need to look decent, but for youtube only. I've done this on a 7D mk.1 with a Sigma 30mm lens for years. But I'm aware that I should probably update to something more modern - I used an 80d recently and envied the autofocusing while filming. Any suggestions for what I should be looking for if I want to upgrade, but not spend over 1k? Am freelance so keen to keep cost down. I understand from a bit of web searching that there are good options beyond Canon now. Panasonic? Micro 4/3? I don't know.
I do occasionally film events for which I've got an old XA20 ,which is functional but doesn't produce amazing results. Guessing a modern camera might be able to replace this as well.
I've got a separate Tascam recorder for audio so this isn't too important.
Thnx