Microphones for creators: shotgun, lavalier and wireless
The right microphone makes video sound professional. Compare shotgun, lavalier, wireless and digital shoe mics.
Built-in camera microphones capture room echo and handling noise. A dedicated mic is one of the best upgrades you can make.
On-camera shotgun
Directional mics that capture sound in front of the camera. The Sony ECM-B10 connects digitally through the multi-interface shoe with no cables or batteries and offers selectable pickup patterns.
Lavalier
Small clip-on mics placed on the chest. They deliver clear voice for interviews and presentations.
Wireless systems
Transmitter and receiver kits let subjects move freely. Many include internal recording as a backup.
Boom mics
A shotgun on a boom pole held just out of frame gives natural, high-quality dialogue for films and commercials.
Handheld and podcast mics
Dynamic handheld mics reject background noise for vlogs, events and podcasts.
Accessories
- Foam or furry windscreens outdoors
- Headphones for monitoring
- Shock mounts to reduce handling noise
Match mic to job
Interviews: lav plus shotgun backup. Run-and-gun: on-camera shotgun. Events: wireless lav and recorder at the podium.
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