Mic on camera - choice?

jimwww

jimwww

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I just bought a RODE lower end mic $200cdn (on top of camera) and I am taking it back tomorrow - it actually has less quality compared to the actual mic in the camera.

Should I just get the panasonic? (I don't have the small metal piece that attaches the mic either)
 
Which Rode are you talking about? The NTG-1 or 2? I just ordered mine and you are starting to scare me. What was wrong with it.
Jgastelb
 
Jgastelb: I just recentlly bought my Rode NTG-1 and I must say it is a decent mic. I've used it on top of my camera and ih the end of boom pole. So no worries, I'm sure you'll be happy with it :D
 
That is a different mic. If you don't think it's better than the incorporated cam microphone then yeah return it for sure. Badlaa, thanks for the comforting words. I'm looking forward to testing the Rode ntg-1 in a couple of days.
Jgastelb
 
The VideoMic isn't great, but is definitely better than the built-in on the DVX - built-in shock mount too.

If you can spend the extra $$$ go with the Sennheiser ME66 or Rode NTG-1 or if you really have the extra $$$$$$$ get the Audio Technica AT4073a or Schoeps CMIT 5U.

Just a reminder though, watch out for the length of the mic - too long and it will be in your frame - add a windscreen and the problem can get even worse - better to just get that thing on a boom...

unless you're shooting solo, of course.
 
teayce said:
The VideoMic isn't great, but is definitely better than the built-in on the DVX - built-in shock mount too.

If you can spend the extra $$$ go with the Sennheiser ME66 or Rode NTG-1 or if you really have the extra $$$$$$$ get the Audio Technica AT4073a or Schoeps CMIT 5U.

Just a reminder though, watch out for the length of the mic - too long and it will be in your frame - add a windscreen and the problem can get even worse - better to just get that thing on a boom...

unless you're shooting solo, of course.
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I am kicking myself for not getting the Audio Technica AT4073a on eBay, it finished at only 250, I could have just bought it. Right now I'm using an Audio Technica my roommate owns, it's not quite that one, but it's pretty good for the price.
 
I just bought 3 Rode NTG-1's with Rycotes for our shop. I'm using them as camera mics for our SDX 900's. Half the price of a Senn ME66, comparable sound and smaller since you don't have the power module. Our guys like them. Don't worry JGastelb.
 
Ronin Cam said:
I just bought 3 Rode NTG-1's with Rycotes for our shop. I'm using them as camera mics for our SDX 900's. Half the price of a Senn ME66, comparable sound and smaller since you don't have the power module. Our guys like them. Don't worry JGastelb.
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Thanks!
Jgastelb
 
Only difference between these two mics is that the ntg-2 can also be battery powered. So if your camera doesn't have phantom 48v the ntg-2 is the way to go. Other than that they are the exact same mic.
 
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I have the NTG-1 for my beloved DVX and I love it. But if you are going to have it mounted on camera, get a good shock mount and a short cable, the mount that comes with the DVX stinks.
 
Excellent advice.. has anyone likes the OEM - Panasonic or.. are the other ones here mentioned above that grade..
 
Actually, the mic holder that comes with the dvx isn't that bad, you just have to put something in between the mic and the rubber to make it not wobble and more sturdy.

A little trick.
 
badlaa said:
Only difference between these two mics is that the ntg-2 can also be battery powered. So if your camera doesn't have phantom 48v the ntg-2 is the way to go. Other than that they are the exact same mic.
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So is the ntg2 longer than the ntg 1 then? Can the battery compartment be removed to make it shorter if thats the case? I'd prefer to have the ability to go battery powered since the ntg2 is only about $10-20 more than the ntg1 but size is also an issue.
 
MiniMan said:
I have the NTG-1 for my beloved DVX and I love it. But if you are going to have it mounted on camera, get a good shock mount and a short cable, the mount that comes with the DVX stinks.
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Where can I get a short cable at?
 
J5 squared said:
So is the ntg2 longer than the ntg 1 then? Can the battery compartment be removed to make it shorter if thats the case? I'd prefer to have the ability to go battery powered since the ntg2 is only about $10-20 more than the ntg1 but size is also an issue.
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Yes the ntg-2 is longer. No, you can't remove the battery compartment to make it shorter. The ntg-2 is 10,9 inches long and the ntg-1 is 8,6 inches long. I think that the ntg-1 is really a better choice if you plan to do any on camera recording.

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http://www.rodemic.com/downloads/NTG-1%20&-2-0705-AuMed_UK.pdf?PHPSESSID=4170e9dc8fc4514d88bc746ac8bcbe33
 
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