Sony launches ECM-G1 shotgun mic

Sony Electronics introduced the ECM-G1 microphone for enhanced video recording through high-quality sound collection. The ECM-G1 was designed for vloggers and video content creators seeking a compact, high-quality microphone, the company said. The ECM-G1 will be available in August 2022, for approximately $150.00 USD and $190.00 CAD.

Clear, high-quality sound plays an important role when capturing video content. The ECM-G1 includes a large-diameter (14.6 mm) microphone capsule providing a clear sound collection while suppressing noise, which improves the quality of video production.

The ECM-G1 is an accessory for video content creators on-the-go as it captures clear voices, includes a windscreen to reduce wind noise when shooting outdoors, and has an optimized structure to suppress frequency vibration noise with anti-vibration dampers. When connected via the MI Shoe, the cableless design even eliminates cable-transmitted vibration noise.

The ECM-G1 is ultra-light and compact, weighing just 1.2 ounces (34 grams) and measuring 1-inch x 2 inches x 1.9 inches (W x H x D: 28.0 mm x 50.8 mm x 48.5 mm), making it easy to use anywhere, anytime. The microphone’s compact size and weight provide flexibility and mobility, even when using gimbals and grips. The front of the microphone remains out of the frame, even when using a wide-angle lens. Its compact form factor also allows creators to easily look through the camera viewfinder without the microphone touching their forehead.

The new ECM-G1 also includes a microphone jack and recording cable, making it compatible with a wide range of devices with a 3.5mm mic jack, giving users the ultimate flexibility for various shooting requirements. ​