Opteka VL-126 Ultra High Power 126 LED Video Light with the SA-C Adapter for Canon Mini-Advanced Hot Shoe Camcorders Review

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(More customer reviews)The light is plenty bright enough, and is dimmable. I was able to shoot video with the Panasonic DMC-FZ100 camera in AVCHD HD iA mode and the light worked great. The picture was plenty bright enough even for this camera. The bracket is pretty cheap, and I would recommend getting the additional bracket that mounts to the camera to take the weight off the camera hot shoe. Cowboystudio Heavy duty Photography Video L bracket with 2 Standard Flash hot Shoe Mounts The light takes an assortment of batteries, but I used 6 AA NiMh rechargeable batteries on it with great success. The light has a double swivel and the screws are hard to tighten enough to stop the swivel from moving. One person in another review roughed the joints up and used star washers with a good outcome. I will try that also. The light itself is outstanding. It comes with two diffusers and I found that taking the diffuser off made the light brighter. It projects light out over 20 feet. I will post a link in the first comment showing the light and the results from using it.

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The Opteka VL-126 is an ultra-bright lightweight video light that brightens up even the darkest video shoots. Its 126 advanced white light LEDs allow a fuller spectrum of light to illuminate your exciting moments in low or no-light conditions. It can mount directly on any camera or camcorder via its hot shoe.SpecificationsLamp type: LEDPower Source: Choice between 6 AA or Sony NP-F770, NP-F550, NP-FM55H, NP-FM500H, Panasonic CGR-D16S & CGR-D26SLED Life: 30,000 HoursLuminous Flux: 650 lux at 1mColor Temperature: 5400K / 3200K (with the included warming filter)Dimensions (WxDxH): 5.5 X 2.4 X 5.9" (141 x 62 x 150mm)Weight: 9.2 oz (260g)Mounting: Shoe mount (standard)Warranty: 1 Year Limited Warranty

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Stereo Video Shotgun Mic Microphone for SLR DSLR Camera Review

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(More customer reviews)the mic is really nice and i consider buying it even though the price went up $100. but this mic DOES NOT WORK ON NIKON CAMERAS. THEY DO NOT HAVE THE 3.5 MM PLUG

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This professional DV Stereo microphone fits for household DV. It is delicate and portable, it has 2 built-in cartridges which are vertical to each other. The MS stereo system enables a natural sound pick-up. And it is with low voltage alarm indication, wide frequency, high sensitivity, and strong direction, long distance sound pick up, natural, clear and sweet
Features: 1. Delivering a stereo sound image with superb clarity2.Pick up pattern 90 degrees or 120 degrees switchable. 3.Frequency responses: 30-18000Hz 4.Sensitivity: -40dB (0dB = 1V/Pa at 1 KHz) 5.Direction: Uni-direction x 2 6.Output Impendency: 200ohm7.S/N Ratio: 76dB (1 KHz at 1Pa) 8.Max SPL: 120dB (at 1KHzs1%T.H.D) 9.Power Requirement: DC3V10.Dimension: ?22mm×155mm
Compatible Models: All brand of cameras with external microphone terminal (3.5mm plug).
What's in the Box: 1 x Electroret Condenser Microphone 1 x Anti-wind foam cap 1 x Carrying pouch 1 x User manual 1 x CR2 battery 1 x bracket Note: The cameras in the pictures are just for showing. They are not included in this listing

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Sennheiser MKE 400 Shotgun Microphone - Black Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this microphone a couple weeks ago to use it with the Panasonic tm700 camcorder. My experience level with microphones is above average. I have several high end larger shotgun mics that were just too awkward to use with a traditional camcorder. My overall impression of this microphone is that it sounds good and functions as intended.1. The sound quality from this microphone is pretty good and it performs as a shotgun mic should, rejecting sounds and noise from its sides and behind it and
focusing on sound in front of it. (which is why its superior to on board omnidirectional mics when ambient sounds are a problem)
2. Form factor is small. No one should buy this mic if they don't have to have a miniature shotgun mic. Conclusion: The Sennhseiser MKE 400 works well and sounds good for its intended purpose. It is a shotgun mic. It is not an omnidirectional mic.
It will help if you have a noisy camcorder and want to eliminate the sound of the camera. It is useful in "focusing" on sounds in front of it as
opposed to behind or to the side of it. It is a 200.00$ miniature microphone and won't perform as well as larger more expensive shotguns.

Like all shotguns it will sound better if its closer to its subject like on a boom pole.
A word about microphones.....almost any camcorder you buy new will be worth thirty to fifty percent less in a years time and nothing in 5 years. Any microphone you buy will be worth almost what you paid for it. Quality microphones don't lose their value and the technology hasn't changed in decades. While I am recommending this microphone for its intended purpose I would suggest anyone that doesn't already have another larger microphone to go ahead and get a full size high quality mic first. Otherwise you will be penny wise and pound foolish.




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Rugged, compact and versatile, the compact Sennheiser MKE 400 shotgun microphone is a great choice for use with both handheld video camcorder and larger professional models. Designed for cameras with a lighting shoe mount and external microphone input, it offers natural, life like sound reproduction, and is durable enough to withstand heavy professional and home use.
Switchable sensitivity aids in capturing long and short distances, resulting in pristine detailed audio and low noise, and the built-in shock mount helps to suppress handling and vibration noise. It's powered by a single AAA battery (included) for over 300 hours of continuous use.
Key Features
Rugged all-metal housing
Maximum side noise rejection, optimized for video recordings
Switchable sensitivity for long and short distances
Switchable wind noise filter
Approximately 300 hours operating time (from a single AAA battery)
Integrated shock-mount for rejection of handling noise
Foam wind shield included

Specifications
Cable length: Approx. 7.9 in. (200 mm)
Equivalent noise level: 21 dB (A) ("vol -") 16 dB (A) ("vol +")
Frequency response: 40 Hz - 20 kHz
Max. sound pressure level (passive): 126 dB ("vol -") 118 dB ("vol +")
Connector (microphones): 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Pick-up pattern: Super-cardioid, lobar
Power supply: 1.5-V battery (size AAA)
Operating time: Approx. 300 hours
Sensitivity as per 121 TR 9-5: 8 mV/Pa ("vol -") 20 mV/Pa ("vol +")
Dimensions: 5.1 x 0.83 x 2.4 in. (130 x 21 x 62 mm)
Weight: Approx. 2.1 oz. (60 g)

What's in the Box MKE 400 with coiled cable (3.5 mm stereo mini jack), battery (AAA), foam wind shield

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Rode VideoMic Directional Video Condenser Microphone w/Mount Review

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(More customer reviews)Here we test the RODE Videomic against the traditional "expensive" solution. A BeachTek XLR adapter with a Sennheiser XLR based shotgun mic. Learn more about achieving high quality sound from Guy Cochran at DVcreators.net.

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The RØDE VideoMic is a professional grade shotgun microphone. Based on the latest 'Film industry' technology, the VideoMic is designed specifically for use with high quality Digital Video Cameras.
Enjoy studio recording quality with pro features like integrated shockmounting, a two-step high-pass filter (flat or 80Hz), and a three-stap pad (0, -10, -20dB).
The microphone exhibits low noise and an unusually wide bandwidth for its size. It is ultra lightweight, yet rugged due to its ABS construction. The VideoMic is powered by a standard 9V battery and offers a Low Battery LED status indicator.
Integrated shock-mounting and the switchable high-pass filter reduce unwanted low frequency rumble, and a windshield is also included.
The VideoMic attaches to any Camcorder that has the standard camera-shoe fitting and utilizes a stereo mini jack for audio output.
VideoMic Specs
Power: 9V battery powered
Acoustic Principle: Line gradient
Directional Pattern: Super Cardioid
Frequency range: 40Hz-20kHz, selectable HPF @ 80Hz/12dB/octave
Output impedance: 200 Ohms
Signal noise ratio: 74 dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651)
Equivalent noise: 20 dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651)
Maximum SPL: 134dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KOhm load)
Sensitivity: -38 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (15 mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
Weight: 176gm
Dimensions: 65mmH x 250mmW x 102mmD

One Year Warranty All RØDE products are warranted for one year from date of purchase (extendable through online registration).
What's in the Box RØDE VideoMic and Shockmount, Windscreen

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