Capture every note and nuance with the Zoom ZSG-1 Shotgun Camera Microphone, a must-have for the modern content creator. Whether you're filming a live concert, recording a documentary, or capturing candid street performances, this microphone ensures crystal-clear audio with its highly directional supercardioid pickup pattern. Designed for mobility, the ZSG-1 easily mounts onto your camera's hot shoe and connects via the included 3.5mm cable, making it a seamless addition to your filming arsenal.

This featherweight microphone is engineered for those on-the-go moments, weighing in at just 3.3 ounces, so it won’t weigh you down during long shoots. The ZSG-1's off-axis rejection is particularly effective, minimizing background noise to focus on what truly matters—your subject's sound. For added versatility, use it off-camera with a boom pole or pistol grip for a more dynamic audio capture experience.

Included with the microphone is a shockmount to reduce handling noise and a foam windscreen to guard against wind interference, ensuring your recordings stay as pure as your vision. Whether you're a seasoned filmmaker or a budding vlogger, the Zoom ZSG-1 is your ticket to professional-grade audio capture.

Key Features:

• Directional supercardioid pickup pattern for focused audio capture
• Connects easily to cameras and smartphones via 3.5mm TRS cable
• Lightweight and portable, weighing only 3.3 ounces
• Includes shockmount to reduce handling noise
• Foam windscreen minimizes wind distortion
• Ideal for both on-camera and off-camera use with boom poles or grips

Product specs

FAQs

What type of applications is the Zoom ZSG-1 Shotgun Camera Microphone best suited for?

The Zoom ZSG-1 is ideal for capturing audio in video production settings, especially for interviews, vlogs, and live events due to its super-cardioid polar pattern which focuses on sound from the front while minimizing background noise.

What is the polar pattern of the Zoom ZSG-1 and why is it important?

The Zoom ZSG-1 has a super-cardioid polar pattern, which is crucial for isolating sound from the subject directly in front of the microphone and rejecting unwanted ambient noise, making it perfect for on-camera use.

Can the Zoom ZSG-1 Shotgun Microphone be used with smartphones?

Yes, the Zoom ZSG-1 is compatible with smartphones, making it versatile for mobile video production, provided you have the necessary adapter for your device's input.

What are the included accessories with the Zoom ZSG-1 Shotgun Microphone?

The Zoom ZSG-1 comes with a camera-shoe shockmount, a windscreen, and a 3.5 mm stereo mini cable, ensuring you have everything needed for optimal audio capture in various environments.

How does the Zoom ZSG-1 handle high sound pressure levels?

The Zoom ZSG-1 can handle sound pressure levels up to 118dB SPL, which makes it suitable for capturing loud audio sources without distortion, such as live music or dynamic speech.