Best Camcorder For Sound

After The Fire – Joy (KN6000)


Would a stereo or mono shotgun mike produce the best overall sound quality on a camcorder?


I’m taping interviews and crowd scenes as well as ambient nature sounds for possible broadcast and DVD release.

I’d go a stereo. If you have it in the right position, both Channels will pick up the main sound (eg. the interviewee) but also provide more realistic ambient sounds.

EasyCAP DC60 - USB 2.0 Audio/video Creator Capture High-quality Analog Video
EasyCAP DC60 – USB 2.0 Audio/video Creator Capture High-quality Analog Video

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EasyCap USB 2.0 Video Capture Adapter provides a link between a PC and a video device with RCA connector or S-Video connector, such VHS, VCR, DVD, TV, DV, analog camcorder, camera.

Features

  • EasyCap USB 2.0 Video Capture Adapter provides a link between a PC and a video device with RCA connector or S-Video connector, such VHS, VCR, DVD
  • USB 2.0 interface, plug and play. Support brightness, contrast, hue, and saturation control. Capture audio without the sound card.
  • Support All Video Formats: DVD+/-R/RW, DVD+/-VR, and DVD-Video. Applying to internet conference / net meeting. Support NTSC, PAL Video format.
  • Video input: One RCA composite, One S-Video. Audio input : Stereo audio (RCA)//Dimension (L)88mm x (W)28mm x (H)18mm. USB bus power.
  • Package Contents: 1 x EasyCAP USB 2.0 Video Adapter with Audio, 1 x USB Cable, 1 x Quick Installation Guide, 1 x CD-ROM
Olympus ME-52W Noise Canceling Microphone
Olympus ME-52W Noise Canceling Microphone

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Noise cancelling microphone for use with Olympus digital voice recorders. Comes with 3.5mm monaural plug, tiepin clip, and extension cord.

Features

  • Noise canceling microphone for Olympus digital voice recorders
  • Ideal for use in high-noise environments
  • Includes 3.3-foot extension cord to make ideal placement easy
  • Includes a windscreen cover and a convenient tie-clip
ContourROAM Hands-free HD Camcorder (Newest Model)
ContourROAM Hands-free HD Camcorder (Newest Model)

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HD VIDEO: 3 resolution modes. LIGHTWEIGHT: 5.1oz, sleek, and simple to use. LOW PROFILE: Slim design conforms to your equipment or body. BUILT TOUGH: Impact resistant aluminum body, waterproof to 1 meter. INSTANT RECORD SWITCH: Simple slide switch with audible feedback. LASER ALIGNMENT: Precision laser level to line up your shot. Imported.

Features

  • Easy to use – Slide the Instant Record Swith forward and the ContourROAM powers on and starts to record immediately.
  • Waterproof and tough – ContourROAM is waterproof to one meter and built to withstand any environment.
  • Rotating lens with Laser Line – Once mounted, rotate the lens and level your shot using ContourROAM’s built in Laser Line.
  • Beautiful HD Video – Get the Full shot in 1080p HD with a wide angle lens that’s enclosed in a smooth, flush-front housing.
Audio-Technica ATR-3350 Lavalier Omnidirectional Condenser Microphone
Audio-Technica ATR-3350 Lavalier Omnidirectional Condenser Microphone

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Audio-Technica’s newscaster-style omnidirectional ATR3350 lavalier is engineered for intelligible, accurate voice reproduction. This high-quality condenser is ideal for video use, and is a favorite choice for aerobics/dance/sports instructors. Its low-profile design assures minimum visibility.

Audio-Technica’s newscaster-style omnidirectional ATR3350 lavalier is engineered for intelligible, accurate voice reproduction. This high-quality condenser is ideal for video use, and is a favorite choice for aerobics/dance/sports instructors. Its low-profile design assures minimum visibility. Engineered for intelligible, accurate voice reproduction. Click to enlarge. Capsule features an omni pickup pattern. Great for Video Use This newscaster-style miniature mic is perfect for video use, or any other application where minimum visibility and a low profile are desired. This also makes it an ideal choice for aerobics/dance/sports instructors. Omni Polar Pattern The lavalier features an Omni pickup pattern, for full, 360-degree coverage. Clip it on and go, without worrying to much about where it’s pointing. Works With Most Cameras An integrated 6-meter (20-foot) cable with 3.5 mm mini-plug connects directly to most cameras. ATR3350 Specs Element: Condenser Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional Frequency Response: 50 – 18,000 Hz Open Circuit Sensitivity: -54 dB Impedance: 1,000 ohms Weight: 6 g (0.2 oz) Cable: 6 m (20 foot) terminated with 3.5 mm (1/8-inch) mini-plug Accessories Furnished: Tie clip; battery; foam windscreen. What’s in the Box ATR3350 Lavalier Mic, Tie Clip, Battery, Foam Windscreen.

Features

  • Element Of Condenser
  • Condenser Element
  • Polar pattern
  • Omnidirectional
  • Frequency response
  • Condenser element and omnidirectional polar pattern
  • Element; Condenser
  • Freq resp: 50 Hz¿18,00 Hz
  • Imp: 1000 ohm +/-30%
  • Omni pickup pattern offers full coverage
  • Polar pattern; Omnidirectional
Flip UltraHD Video Camera - Black, 8 GB, 2 Hours (3rd Generation) NEWEST MODEL
Flip UltraHD Video Camera – Black, 8 GB, 2 Hours (3rd Generation) NEWEST MODEL

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The all-new Flip UltraHD video camera, now with image stabilization and a new slimmer design, combines Flip Video’s signature shoot-and-share simplicity with better-than-ever HD. Simply power on and press record to start capturing up to 2 hours of incredible HD video. When you’re done recording, just connect the flip-out USB arm to a PC or Mac and use pre-loaded FlipShare software to organize, edit and share your videos. The new UltraHD also works with Designed for Flip products, a new expanded accessory line from Flip Video and partner companies.

Features

  • Shoot up to 2 hours of better-than-ever HD video on the easy-to-use, now even slimmer UltraHD
  • Press the big red button to start capturing vibrant HD video (720p / 60fps) on the super-simple user interface
  • Keep your video steady with image stabilization, UltraHD’s newest feature
  • Connect the built-in USB arm to your PC or Mac to launch pre-loaded FlipShare software
  • Organize, create and share your videos with FlipShare software
Audio-Technica ATR-6550 Video Camera Condenser Shotgun Microphone
Audio-Technica ATR-6550 Video Camera Condenser Shotgun Microphone

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Crisp & intelligible pickup far away or up close. In its “Tele” range setting, this cardioid condenser is engineered to pick up dialogue and sound effects at a distance, while bypassing ambient noise such as traffic, air-handling systems, room reverberation and mechanically coupled vibrations. Designed especially for use with video cameras.

Designed especially for use with video cameras, this condenser shotgun mic features a switchable polar pattern for effectively capturing nearby or distant sound sources. Get crisp and intelligible pickup in the studio or in the field. A condenser shotgun mic for use with video cameras. Click to enlarge. Switchable range setting for distant or nearby sound sources. Includes camera mount, stand clamp, windscreen, adapter plug, battery. Made for Video Cameras The ATR6550 includes a camera mount for easy attachment to your video camera (also includes a standard stand clamp). The 3.5mm mini jack connector plugs directly into your camera, and the included foam windscreen reduces wind interference in the field. Switchable Range Setting In its “Tele” range setting, or supercardioid pattern, the condenser is engineered to pick up dialogue and sound effects at a distance, while bypassing ambient noise such as traffic, air-handling systems, room reverberation and mechanically coupled vibrations. When ambient noise is not an issue, or the sound source is nearby, switch to the “Normal” (cardioid pattern) range setting. ATR6550 Specs Element: Condenser Polar Pattern: Normal: Cardioid; Tele: Supercardioid Frequency Response: 70 – 18,000 Hz Open Circuit Sensitivity: Normal: -56 dB; Tele: -45 dB Impedance: Normal: 1,000 ohms; Tele: 2,200 ohms Weight: 113 g (4 oz) Cable: 1 m (3 feet) long, permanently attached cable with 3.5 mm (1/8-inch) mini-plug What’s in the Box ATR6550 Microphone, Camera Mount, Microphone Stand Clamp, Foam Windscreen, 6.3 mm (1/4-inch) Adapter Plug, AA Battery

Features

  • 2-range settings: normal and tele
  • 3.5mm connector plugs into video camera
  • Designed especially for use with video cameras
  • Freq resp: 70 Hz?18,00 Hz
  • Imp: Normal 1000 ohm +/- 30% and tele 2200 ohm +/- 30%
Azden WMS-PRO Wireless Microphone System
Azden WMS-PRO Wireless Microphone System

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The “all-time” best selling wireless microphone for videography. This versatile system consists of the WM-PRO belt-pack transmitter 2 plug-in electret condenser microphones, a lavalier (EX-503) and handheld (EX-413) and the WR-PRO receiver which comes with both shoe-mount and hook and loop fastener. All receivers and transmitters in the “PRO” Series are on the same 2 frequencies (169.445MHz and 170.245MHz).

Azden’s WMS-PRO wireless microphone system offers untethered convenience and clear FM transmission from compact, unobtrusive components. The system consists of Azden’s WM-PRO transmitter, WR-PRO receiver, EX-503 clip-on electret microphone, and EX-413 handheld microphone. Affix the electret microphone to your lapel or grasp the handheld mic, plug the mic cord into the transmitter, and away you go. The transmitter and receiver operate in the VHF band, where interference is very low. Choose between 169.445 MHz and 170.245 MHz for the clearest transmission and reception. The transmitter and receiver each operates for about 10 continuous hours on a single 9V battery (not included). The receiver comes with an attached shoe mount for mounting a video camera, which may be easily removed using a Philips-head screwdriver. You can also attach the receiver with the supplied Velcro strip. The receiver includes an output jack and a telescopic antenna. Plug the supplied earphone into the jack to monitor your recording, or plug the earphone into a camera’s earphone jack. The system conforms to Part 90 of FCC rules, and it’s not to be used in high temperatures, high humidity, or near a broadcasting station, airport, or on an airplane. What’s in the Box WM-PRO transmitter, WR-PRO receiver, EX-503 lapel microphone, EX-413 handheld microphone, a camera shoe mount, a monaural earphone, a Velcro strip, and a user’s manual/spec sheet.

Features

  • LEDs on transmitter and receiver confirm system status
  • Ear-phone included to monitor sound being recorded and receiver plugs into camera?s external microphone jack
  • Both units use 1 AA battery
  • System includes: WR-PRO receiver, WM-PRO belt-pack transmitter, lavaliere electret condenser microphone and hand-held electret condenser microphone
AZDEN CAM-3 On-Camcorder Mini Audio Mixer
AZDEN CAM-3 On-Camcorder Mini Audio Mixer

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This miniature 3-channel microphone mixer allows you to add and mix sound from 3 microphone sources simultaneously. The mixer features 3 MONO 3.5mm input jacks and 1 STEREO 3.5mm output jack. Only 3 1/4″ x 1/4″ x 2 1/8″, it weighs 3 ounces, uses no batteries and can be attached to the camcorder or the handstrap. Comes with a STEREO-to-MONO output cable.

Features

  • Mix sound as you shoot from 3 external mics
  • Attached to camcorder or hand-strap
  • 3 1?4″ x 2 1?8″, weighs 3 ounces
  • No batteries required
  • Add & Mix Sound From 3 Sources Simultaneously
  • Attach To Camcorder Or Handstrap
  • Does Not Require Batteries
  • Dim: 3.25″L X 2.13″W X .25″H
  • Weight: 3 Oz
Nikon COOLPIX AW100 16 MP CMOS Waterproof Digital Camera with GPS and Full HD 1080p Video (Orange)
Nikon COOLPIX AW100 16 MP CMOS Waterproof Digital Camera with GPS and Full HD 1080p Video (Orange)

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Features

  • Water-proof, Shock-proof, Freeze-proof: ruggedly built for reliable and comfortable outdoor operation. Water-proof to a depth of 33 feet.
  • 16 effective megapixel CMOS sensor ideal for low light shooting and fast operation
  • Full HD (1080p) movie with stereo sound and movie-record button that enables one-touch recording (HDMI mini connector equipped)
  • GPS and e-Compass functions
  • Points of Interest (locations, landmarks, etc.) and location information (latitude and longitude) can be added to your photos
  • Shockproof if dropped from 5 ft, operating temperature down to 14 degrees F
AV Audio Video RCA 3 Way Switch Switcher Splitter+Cable
AV Audio Video RCA 3 Way Switch Switcher Splitter+Cable

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Package includes: RCA composite AV cable ; 3 to 1 port RCA switch; AV Cable Type: Red / White / Yellow composite Audio / Video Cable. Connectivity:RCA (M x 3) to RCA (M x 3). Cable length: 3 ft / 1 meter. Cable Color: Black. Switch color: Blue. Suggested applications: TV / DVD / Projectors / Game Consoles / Nintendo Wii / Game Cube / Cameras / Camcorders

Features

  • Share one TV with three different input sources
  • No need to unplug and plug in wires when changing from game consoles, DVD players, RCA player, and even digital camcorders
  • Provides clear high quality signal
  • Color-Coded high quality connectors
  • Includes one AV/RCA three-way splitter and 3ft RCA cable

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