Sony Vlogger Shotgun Microphone ECM-G1

OVERVIEW:

Sound quality plays a vital role in the perceived standard of movies. Viewers judge movies based on sound as well as vision, so don't overlook the importance of audio. High-quality sound provides a clear "voice" for you and your friends, while the dynamic sounds of animals and nature create vivid impressions. Well-balanced audio and imagery help deliver the enjoyment, surprise, and emotional impact of any scene.

KEY FEATURES:

High-quality sound from a large-diameter microphone capsule: Despite its overall compact size, the ECM-G1 shotgun microphone is built around a large-diameter (14.6mm) microphone capsule, designed to provide clear sound capture while effectively suppressing noise.

Ideal for clear vocal pickup: The ECM-G1 is particularly suitable for picking up the frequency bands characteristic of human voices. The microphone captures voices in a clear and easily audible manner, for excellent recording of vlog monologues, interviews and conversations.

Super-cardioid characteristics for highly directional pickup: Just like larger shotgun microphones, the ECM-G1 features a super-cardioid capsule design. This focuses the audio pickup to a narrow target in front of the microphone, suppressing ambient sounds and making it perfect for vlogging and interviews.

Shotgun microphone functionality in a compact package: At less than 50mm (1.97 inches) in length and 34 grams (1.4oz) in weight, the ECM-G1 is highly portable and ready to go wherever you're shooting. The front of the unit won't interfere with your shot even when you're using a wide-angle lens, and it can fit easily into setups that include gimbals or grips.

Cable-free connection through an MI Shoe: The ECM-G1 connects to, and is directly powered from, Sony's compatible cameras via an MI (Multi Interface) Shoe. In addition to simple connectivity and portability, you’ll enjoy interference and mechanical noise-free shooting, with no need for external cable connections.

Convenient battery-free operation: The MI Shoe of compatible cameras serves to supply power directly to the microphone, so you don't have to worry about microphone batteries running out of charge midway through a shoot.

Shock and vibration suppression: The ECM-G1 incorporates a shock- and vibration-suppressing design that effectively reduces low-frequency vibration noise, including noise when zooming the lens or focusing. The cable-free setup also eliminates the possibility of vibration noise being transmitted through connector cables.

Supplied wind screen for outdoor shoots: The microphone comes with a wind screen that is very effective at reducing wind noise when you're shooting outdoors.