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- For camcorder(s) DVD105, DVD205, DVD304, DVD305, DVD306, DVD404, DVD405, DVD406, HC94, HC96, HDR-HC3, HDR-HC5, HDR-HC7, HDR-SR1, HDR-UX1, HDR-UX3, HDR-UX7, SR190, SR52, SR70, SR72, SR90
- The ECM-HGZ1 compact zoom "shotgun" microphone lets you synchronise the sound captured by the internal microphone of your Handycam by changing the zoom position.It comes with three settings for capturing sound in different situations.This microphone doesn
- 1 year UK warranty
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Product Description
Manufacturer's Description
Bring the audio in your videos to life with the ECM-HGZ1 shotgun microphone from Sony. Used with a compatible Handycam camcorder, the ECM-HGZ1 synchronizes the audio to the camcorder's zoom for audio that is distinct for both modes.In telephoto mode, the microphone focuses on the audio straight ahead of it, isolating the subject matter. In wide-angle mode, the microphone broadens is recording range, so no sound occurring in frame is missed.The ECM-HGZ1 is designed to work with your camcorder's Active Interface Shoe, so it is easy to connect and simple to use. It is powered by the camcorder, so there is no need for a separate battery.
Product Description
- Product Type: Microphone
- Recommended Use: Camcorder
- Microphone: Zoom - detachable - shoe mount
- Microphone Technology: Electret condenser
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
I purchased this microphone to use with my Sony HDR-HC7. My main reason for buying this mic was for improved off-axis sound rejection when recording speech in noisy environments. The shotgun design of this microphone, and it's corresponding directional polar response naturally means that it's considerably better than the camcorders built in omni mic at rejecting sounds which aren't coming from directly in front of the camera. The main disappointment however, is that the ECM HGZ1 has a very poor low frequency response, to the point of sounding quite tinny. I'd say that this mic does have it's uses, but unless you're regularly recording sound in very noisy locations, or perhaps where wind noise might be causing problems, then you may well get better results with the mic in your camcorder.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
I was recommended this microphone by someone who (unlike me) who has a good knowledge and experience of camcorders and microphones. The microphone works well, certainly all I need as an amateur who uses it infrequently.
My only criticism were the instructions, which were rather vague and as often is the case nowadays, take no account that some purchasers have next to no knowledge about the equipment they will be using.
My only criticism were the instructions, which were rather vague and as often is the case nowadays, take no account that some purchasers have next to no knowledge about the equipment they will be using.
24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
I purchased this microphone hoping to get better sound, but was really disappointed. The sound quality is barely any different than that on the camera and under some conditions worse. I've now discovered reviews on the US Amazon site, which back this up. However there is hope if you want a good microphone for your Handycam. The Sony Bluetooth wireless microphone (ECM-HW1) is great and perfect for picking up sound at a distance (as long as you avoid sounds from movement of the mic). This opinion is also backed up by reviews on the US Amazon site.
In conclusion...don't try and get a bargain with this microphone, go straight for the slightly more expensive Bluetooth wireless mic.
In conclusion...don't try and get a bargain with this microphone, go straight for the slightly more expensive Bluetooth wireless mic.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
directional mic
This is great for turning a handycam into a pro level camera without spending two thousand pounds.They don't push the product because they want you to get higher end stuff.
Published 7 months ago by clive
Mic
Doesn't specifically state which camcorders this mic can be used for, and unfortunately it was not usable with mine.
Waste of money, I will be returning after christmas.
Waste of money, I will be returning after christmas.
Published 17 months ago by MasterNate
microphone for the 310E Handycam.
After having a couple of years of spoilt, one chance only videos, being ruined by the excessive wind noise that the built in microphone produces when using the 310E Handycam, I got... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Tar McAdam
Not easy to use due to lack of instructions
I purchased this item with the specific intention of getting wind noise reduced when using my Camcorder (Sony SR75E). Read more
Published on 16 April 2010 by Bas Fowler
To use on a Sony HDR-SR11
This Sony ECM HGZ1 does improve the sound level recording out doors, it does pick up some wind noise so a wind jamer might be needed , only been using the mic on the zoom mode so... Read more
Published on 24 Sep 2009 by E. R. Treverton
Reasonably pleased
I bought this product to use with others when producing a high quality business video; whilst the short distance is excellent the long distance setting also picked up every other... Read more
Published on 18 April 2009 by P. Copper
Believe this review!!!!!!!!!!
Just collected the mic. Fitted to the camera, went through every setting (listening through headphones and sellecting the internal control from low to normal). Read more
Published on 26 Feb 2009 by Cannyman
Disappointing
I agree with both previous comments. Bought this mic to do a wedding video with my daughter's DVD403. Frequency response very disappointing. Read more
Published on 24 Jan 2009 by Kevin Price
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