Off the bat…
- 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
See the video below for the recommendation.
