What camera and handlebar mount work well for filming from a road bike?

For this use, an action camera is the best fit. Community answers specifically recommend the GoPro line because it’s small, light, designed for this kind of mounting, and has protective waterproof/shock-resistant housing. GoPro also has dedicated bike and helmet mounts, including handlebar/seatpost options, which matches your “bike’s-eye view” goal well.

If you use a more general compact camera instead, prioritize a standard tripod mount and some way to trigger it remotely. A sturdy metal ball head can help you fine-tune the angle and resist vibration better than flimsy plastic mounts.

For mounts, examples mentioned include GoPro’s handlebar mount, the Delkin Fat Gecko Bike Mount, and the Aiptek Bike Mount. A vibration dampener may also help.

No camera is guaranteed to survive a crash, even rugged ones, so keeping cost reasonable is sensible if replacement risk matters. Overall, a GoPro-style action cam with a proper handlebar mount is the most suitable option here.