It’s compact – not too large to attract attention when out filming
No battery required – one less thing to think about
Picks up lower frequencies than similar Rode mics – more bass but not quite as ‘bright’ having fewer higher frequencies than an equivalent Rode
It works well with Canon cameras – a common complaint
You get leads for mobile phone connectivity – included
Price – £34.95 in the UK and $39.95 in the US
Specifications
Polar pattern: Cardioid
Frequency response: 35Hz-18KHz +/-3dB
Sensitivity: -42dB +/- 1dB 0dB = 1V/Pa, 1KHz
Net weight: 86g
Accessories included
Leads
3.5mm TRS
3.5mm TRRS connector for mobile
Deadcat
Clips on tightly
Not as big as the Rode equivalent
Shock mount
Hot shoe and screw mount
Sturdier than the Rode equivalent
Carry case
Usage
On-camera
On tripod
On boom
External recorder use
Windy days as well
Comparison – Rode VideoMicro
Sensitivity is a bit higher on the MOVO VXR10
Microphone is much louder/higher output (roughly +6dB) compared to the Rode
Perhaps less hiss with the MOVO
Comes with additional cables for use with phones; the Rode Video Micro does not + $15
Slightly heavier than the Rode Video Micro
Cheaper than the Rode Video Micro
More bass presence/fullness in the raw sound than the Rode starting 65Hz lower frequency than the Rode VideoMicro
The Rode Video Micro has more clarity/top end with an additional 2KHz more frequency than the MOVO VXR10
The Rode Rycote mount might transfer less noise to the camera
The Rode Rycote mount wobbles a bit
General
As a shotgun mic, because it’s further away, you will get more background noise compared to a lavalier mic, for example. Not such an issue for vlogging because it’s closer
Who’s it for
For mobile phone uses because you get all you need in one package
Typically if you have a Canon
Videographer on a budget who wants value for money
