One of Canon’s most recent products, the EOS 5D Mark II, holds the distinction of being the first digital single-lens reflex camera in the world to be capable of capturing Full HD video.
What should you do, though, if you want to record audio that sounds amazing to go along with the amazing video you just shot? The 5D MkII is capable of recording excellent video clips with a resolution of 1080p and a frame rate of 30fps; however, the audio is only captured using a very small built-in mono microphone.
You will be able to record audio that is far superior to that which is provided by the camera’s built-in microphone thanks to the fact that the camera features a stereo 3.5mm microphone input. Taking video with the MkII is a pretty simple process.
You can get a comprehensive look at the camera as well as extra information on how to shoot video by reading the entire review of the Canon 5D Mark II that was written by B&H’s very own Allan Weitz. Recording high-quality audio is simple and straightforward when using the appropriate external microphone.
Top Best Microphones For Canon EOS 5D Mark II
1. Movo VXR10
Movo VXR10 Universal Video Microphone with Shock Mount, Deadcat Windscreen, Case for...
- UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY: External microphone for iPhone, Androids, Cameras, Camcorders, Audio Recorders, Tablets, and Laptops. Use as iPhone microphone, DSLR microphone or camera mic.
- PROFESSIONAL MOVO MIC: The durable aluminum construction and battery-free design includes a sturdy integrated shock mount to minimize handling noise.
- UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY: External microphone for iPhone, Androids, Cameras, Camcorders, Audio Recorders, Tablets, and Laptops. Use as iPhone microphone, DSLR microphone or camera mic.
- PROFESSIONAL MOVO MIC: The durable aluminum construction and battery-free design includes a sturdy integrated shock mount to minimize handling noise.
- 1-YEAR WARRANTY: We’ve got your back. Our products are designed to ease your technical woes, not add to them. Our friendly US-Based support is here to help - NOTE: To reduce hiss when using the mic on a DSLR camera, we recommend using manual audio levels, accessible from your camera’s menu.
- CREATE: Essential compact shotgun microphone for recording YouTube Vlogs, Tik Tok, interviews, family vacation trips, live music, outdoor events, tutorials.
- INCLUDES: Furry "Deadcat" Windscreen, Soft Carrying Case, 3.5mm TRS Output Cable (For DSLR Cameras, Camcorders, Recorders), 3.5mm TRRS Output Cable (For Smartphones, Tablets, and Mac).
The Movo Photo VXR10 is a cardioid condenser microphone that may be used to record audio for a variety of viewed media on a variety of electronic devices, including DSLR cameras, camcorders, iPhones, Android devices, smartphones, and tablets, among other electronic devices. It seems to be black in color.
This microphone has the appearance of a shotgun and has a cardioid polar pattern. It concentrates on what is in front of the character and shuts out sound from the sides when it is mounted on a camera, which is the optimal configuration for its use. This condenser microphone draws its power from your smartphone or camera, so it does not require any batteries to operate. Its frequency response ranges from 35 Hz all the way up to 18 kHz, making it suitable for recording audio for the vast majority of visual media.
This microphone comes with a furry windshield that you can use when it’s windy outside as well as a padded case that you can store it in when you’re not using it. There is a 3.5mm TRS cable included in the package for use with recorders, camcorders, and DSLR cameras. A 3.5mm TRRS cable is included for use with Apple devices as well as phones and tablets. A shock mount is included with the microphone, and its purpose is to limit the number of vibrations and handling noise that is picked up by the device.
2. Rode VideoMicro Go II
Rode VideoMic GO II Camera-mount Lightweight Directional Microphone
- Supercardioid Shotgun Microphone with 3.5mm TRS Digital USB Plug--play operation Windshield
- Supercardioid Shotgun Microphone with 3.5mm TRS Digital USB Plug--play operation Windshield
The ultra-compact shotgun microphone from Rode, known as the VideoMic GO II, is essentially a scaled-down and simpler version of the extremely flexible VideoMic NTG. When compared to the original VideoMic GO, this version features significant advancements in a variety of areas, including the body, shock mount, cable, and others.
It provides video content creators, run-and-gun filmmakers, voiceover artists, and podcasters with the sound of the well-known NTG shotguns in a convenient camera-mount mic that is compatible with cameras, portable recorders, iOS, and Android mobile devices, and computers that are equipped with a USB port.
Looking for a low-cost microphone yet you’re working with a limited budget? Photographer Curtis Judd examines a shotgun microphone called the Takstar SGC-598 in this video. The microphone is available at a very affordable price.
Although it does produce some hiss, which can be edited out in post-production, Judd’s experience with the microphone demonstrates that it is a rather excellent device for a low-end microphone. This low-cost microphone has several applications, including that of a backup or second microphone. If you’re recording your primary sound into an external recorder and want a backup just in case, but don’t want to spend too much on a decent shotgun mic that you won’t use 99% of the time, the Takstar SGC-598 might be an alternative for you. It’s a good compromise between the two. Be warned, though, that it does have a few issues.
Our HDSLR channel on lensvid.com provides further information on how to capture sound for video work, and our photography previews and reviews channel provides additional information on product reviews.
3. Boya By-Mm1 Super-Cardioid Video Microphone
BOYA Microphone Camera Super-Cardioid Condenser Video Shotgun Microphone by-MM1+ with Headphone Monitoring...
- BOYA BY-MM1+ is an super-cardioid condenser microphone for iPhone, Androids, Cameras, Camcorders, Audio Recorders, Tablets, and Laptops. External iPhone microphone, camera microphone.
- USED FOR --- Essential compact shotgun microphone for video recording YouTube Vlogs, Tik Tok, interviews, vlog, vacation trips, outdoor events, tutorials.
- BOYA BY-MM1+ is an super-cardioid condenser microphone for iPhone, Androids, Cameras, Camcorders, Audio Recorders, Tablets, and Laptops. External iPhone microphone, camera microphone.
- USED FOR --- Essential compact shotgun microphone for video recording YouTube Vlogs, Tik Tok, interviews, vlog, vacation trips, outdoor events, tutorials.
- PACKAGE LISTS --- BOYA BY-MM1 Shotgun Microphone, Furry "Deadcat" Windscreen, Shock Mount, Soft Carrying Case, 3.5mm TRS Output Cable (For DSLR Cameras, Camcorders, Recorders), 3.5mm TRRS Output Cable (For Smartphones, Tablets, and Mac).
- MONITORING --- The 3.5mm headphone output lets users monitor and playback audio with compatible apps, so you can ensure the integrity of audio.
- UPGRADED DESIGN --- Included detachable Rycote "Lyre" shock mount provides a reliable and solid construction, effectively eliminating noise from vibrations and camera handling.
The BOYA BY-MM1 Mini Cardioid Condenser Microphone is an electret condenser microphone that is designed to increase the sound quality of movies that are captured using cameras that have built-in microphones. It is a little microphone that weighs very little and is very portable. It is compatible with consumer camcorders, cellphones, PCs, and any other audio/video recording devices that include a port to input power into the microphone.
The BY-MM1 microphone features a true plug-and-play design, and it gets its power from the device that it is plugged into, so it does not require a battery to function. It is constructed out of metal and has a fuzzy windscreen, a shock mount, and a carrying pouch as standard equipment.
There is also a 3.5mm TRS to 3.5mm TRS connection that may be used with audio recorders, camcorders, and cameras. Additionally, there is a 3.5mm TRS to TRRS mini-jack cable that can be used with smartphones, tablets, or Macintosh computers.
- Strong structure made of metal
- There is no requirement for a battery.
- Included is a genuine furry windscreen for professionals.
4. Deity D3 Pro
Deity V-Mic D3 Pro High SNR Super-Cardioid Directional Shotgun Microphone with Rycote...
- Universal 3.5mm TRRS output Adapts to Whatever Type of 3.5mm TS, TRS, or TRRS Microphone
- dslr mic, High-Quality SNR, Low Noise & Distortion
- 75/150Hz Low Cut Filters
- Intelligent Power On/Off, Light Weight, Suitable as Vlogging Microphone, video mic pro
- Universal 3.5mm TRRS output Adapts to Whatever Type of 3.5mm TS, TRS, or TRRS Microphone
- dslr mic, High-Quality SNR, Low Noise & Distortion
- 75/150Hz Low Cut Filters
- Intelligent Power On/Off, Light Weight, Suitable as Vlogging Microphone, video mic pro
- Stepless Gain Knob, the +20dB of gain is added on a linear scale so you can dial in the exact amount of gain you need for the shot
The V-Mic D3 Pro from Deity Microphones is a camera-mount shotgun microphone designed for mobile journalists, vloggers, YouTubers, and run-and-gun videographers. It captures audio in a directional pattern, has gain and filtering controls that can be adjusted, and is compatible with a wide range of devices. It is intended to provide a clearly audible improvement in sound quality in comparison to the microphones that are included in cameras, cellphones, and portable recorders.
Because it has an internal microprocessor, the V-Mic D3 Pro is compatible with a wide variety of DSLR cameras, camcorders, mobile devices, and portable audio recorders. This is because the microprocessor automatically configures the TRRS connector so that it is compatible with most 3.5mm mic input jacks. With the 3.5mm TRRS coiled cable and Rycote adjustable shock mount that comes with it, you’ll have no trouble attaching it to your camera, boom pole, or tripod in a matter of minutes.
Gain of up to 20 dB may be controlled with a knob located on the underside of the microphone, making it simple to change the volume. Reduce the rumbling and bass by activating the built-in low-cut filter and setting it to either 75 or 150 hertz. The rechargeable battery that lasts for 51 hours and may be found inside the microphone is the primary source of power.
You simply need to plug in the power (bias voltage) that comes from your camera or mixer in order to switch the microphone on or off. The aluminum chassis has been painted with a coating that does not reflect much light, meaning that it will not add extra weight to your camera and will not create glare.
5. Sennheiser MKE 600
Sennheiser Professional MKE 600 Shotgun Microphone with XLR-3 to 3.5mm Connector for...
- Ideal video camera/camcorder microphone: Able to handle the most demanding filmic challenges
- High directivity: Picks up sounds coming from the direction in which the camera is pointing and effectively attenuates noise coming from the sides and rear
- Ideal video camera/camcorder microphone: Able to handle the most demanding filmic challenges
- High directivity: Picks up sounds coming from the direction in which the camera is pointing and effectively attenuates noise coming from the sides and rear
- Switchable "Low Cut" filter: Minimizes wind noise
- Phantom or battery powering: Because some video cameras/ camcorders do not provide phantom power
- Supplied with foam windshield and shock mount
If you want to increase the sound quality of your movies, replace the microphone that is already integrated into your camera with the Sennheiser MKE 600 shotgun microphone, which can be powered by either batteries or phantom power. Because of its concentrated directionality and resistance to structure-borne noise, it is a strong choice for a broad variety of projects. This includes anything from nature shows and documentaries to indie films and web series.
Due to the excellent sensitivity of the MKE 600 as well as its low-noise circuitry, it is feasible to improve the sound quality of noisy camera preamps without employing a significant amount of gain. The MKE 600 is able to improve voice clarity while also lowering rumbling and other types of low-frequency noise thanks to its low-cut filter, which has a setting that allows it to be adjusted to 100 Hz. In addition to this, the frequency response of the speaker includes a tiny boost in the treble, which helps to make speech seem more distinct.
The metal housing is both robust and lightweight, meaning that it won’t add unnecessary weight to your setup while yet providing a high level of durability. You may connect the MKE 600 to a camera or a tripod using the shoe shock mount that comes included with the device. You may either use the adapter cable that is included with the microphone to plug it into the 3.5mm mic input of a camera or connect the XLR output of the microphone to an XLR mic preamp.
6. Sennheiser MKE 400 Shotgun Microphone
Sennheiser Professional MKE 400 Directional On-Camera Shotgun Microphone with 3.5mm TRS and...
- Highly directional, super-cardioid shotgun microphone for isolated and enhanced in-camera audio for your video
- Integrated wind protection and internal suspension mount to minimize handling noise
- Built-in low-cut filter and 3-step sensitivity switch for added flexibility and control in any environment
- Highly directional, super-cardioid shotgun microphone for isolated and enhanced in-camera audio for your video
- Integrated wind protection and internal suspension mount to minimize handling noise
- Built-in low-cut filter and 3-step sensitivity switch for added flexibility and control in any environment
- Interchangeable 3.5 mm TRS and TRRS connectivity for DSLR/M cameras or mobile devices
- Integrated headphone output jack with volume adjustment for audio monitoring
You can improve the sound quality of your recordings, even in noisy environments, by attaching the second-generation Sennheiser MKE 400 directional shotgun microphone to your camera or smartphone-based shooting rig. This microphone is small and light, and it does not require you to carry around a heavy windscreen or suspension system.
Additionally, it possesses a three-stage gain control as well as a low-cut filter, allowing you to modify the sound quality of your recording directly at the microphone.