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    Zoom ZSG-1 On-Camera Microphone

    VistekBy VistekAugust 24, 2023No Comments2 Mins Read
    Zoom ZSG-1 On-Camera Mic mounted on phone cage video rig

    The Zoom ZSG-1 is a lightweight, highly directional on-camera “shotgun” style microphone designed to help creators elevate their audio.

    ZSG-1 mounted on cameraDesigned for content creators of all levels, the Zoom ZSG-1 is extremely versatile and easy to use microphone suitable for use in a variety of situations.


    View Zoom ZSG-1 Pricing and Availability at Vistek


    It can be mounted to a camera’s multi-function (aka hot) shoe and connected to a smartphone by using a cage mounting system for smartphones.

    ZSG-1 on smartphone cageIt can even used off-camera by connecting it to a boom pole or pistol grip connected to a portable audio recorder such as the Zoom F2 Field Recorder.

    The mono ZSG-1 uses off-axis rejection and a tailored frequency response, to capture highly directional audio while minimizing background noise, making it perfect for recording dialogue and creating sound effects.

    At just 3.3 ounces, the ZSG-1 is super lightweight and portable and will fit nicely on any rig, and the (included) shock mount helps to reduce handling noise and vibration.



    Key Features

    • MIC TYPE Back electret condenser
    • POLAR PATTERN Super-cardioid
    • DIAPHRAGM Ф 14 mm
    • FREQUENCY RANGE 50 Hz – 20 kHz
    • SENSITIVITY -31 ± 2 dBV/Pa
    • MAXIMUM SPL Max. 118 dB SPL (THD ≦ 1%, 1 KHz)
    • EIN LEVEL < 24 dB SPL (A-weighted)
    • S/N RATIO 70 dB
    • OUTPUT IMPEDANCE 2.2 KΩ
    • OUTPUT CONNECTOR Stereo mini
    • POWER SUPPLY Plug-in power (2 – 5 V)
    • DIMENSIONS Φ 22.6 mm × 177 mm
    • WEIGHT 40 g
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