Sony ECM-B10 Shotgun Microphone for Sony Cameras

Sony ECM-B10 Shotgun Microphone for Sony Cameras
(Sony ECM-B10)

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• Australian Sony Warranty
• Purchase Guarantee (see T&C's)
• High-quality Recording
• Advanced Beamforming
• Simple Switching Operation
• Highly Efficient Noise Filter
• Compact and Portable
• Fits Sony Cameras w/ MI Shoe

Overview

Get the most out of α system cameras with this compact shotgun microphone ECM-B10 from Sony. The cable-free, battery-free configuration is perfect for shooting movies, while sharp directivity and a choice of three pickup patterns respond to diverse audio needs. Digital signal processing and audio transmission deliver high-quality sound without degradation.

Features

Advanced beamforming technology
Digital signal processing using beamforming technology achieves super-directivity, ideal for interviews and selfies, where the sound collection is focused on a narrow range in front of the camera.

Simple switching operation
Choose the most suitable pickup pattern with an easy-to-reach switch A simple three-way switch on the rear panel of the microphone lets you quickly switch back and forth among the three pickup patterns, giving you the flexibility to adapt to your shooting requirements.

High-quality recording and digital transmission
The ECM-B10 converts analogue sound to digital within the microphone body and performs digital signal processing using Sony's unique algorithms, enabling three directional pickup patterns as well as noise reduction. In-body digital conversion also helps to reduce noise inside the microphone.

Highly efficient noise filter
The ECM-B10's noise cut filter is very effective at reducing extraneous ambient noises through the use of digital signal processing algorithms, maximising audio quality at the recording stage and reducing the need for complex post-processing.

Compact and portable, at only 79.3 mm in length
Even at only 79.3 mm (3 1/8 in.) in length, the ECM-B10 offers impressive directional audio capture. Its small size gives you plenty of clearance for wide-angle lenses, viewfinder use, and great integrated audio even in gimbal- and grip-mounted shots.

Super-directional, unidirectional, omnidirectional
Advanced digital signal processing makes it possible to offer three switchable directivity patterns in one versatile microphone, allowing you to select the area for audio pickup depending on the requirements of your shoot.

Super-directional: focused front area
Ideal for interviews or selfies, the super-directional pattern collects sound from a focused area in front of the microphone, effectively suppressing sounds from off-axis and behind the camera.

Unidirectional: wide frontal range
Perfect for multi-person conversations, the unidirectional pattern captures sound from a wide field in front of the microphone while minimising pickup from behind.

Omnidirectional: sound from any direction
The omnidirectional pattern picks up audio equally from all directions, useful for recording environmental sounds or the voice of the camera operator.

Digital audio transmission
When used in combination with a camera equipped with a Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe that supports a digital audio interface, the ECM-B10 transmits audio directly as a digital signal, delivering high-quality sound without degradation.

Cable-free connection
No cables are required for connection to a wide range of Sony's cameras equipped with an MI Shoe¹, reducing interference, noise and complexity.

Battery-free operation
Power is also supplied via the MI Shoe in compatible cameras, so you don't need to worry about microphone batteries running out of charge during a shoot.

Intuitive, easily visible rear panel
Controls for audio level, pickup pattern, filters and other functions are within easy reach on the rear panel, visible at a glance for reassurance and quick adjustments during shooting.

Supplied wind screen
The ECM-B10 is supplied with an effective fur-type wind screen, easily detachable, that can reduce wind noise when shooting outdoors.

Designed to minimise vibration noise
The ECM-B10 has been designed to efficiently suppress noises caused by shock and vibration, while the cable-free design eliminates the possibility of noise caused by cable movement.

Dust- and moisture-resistant design²
Complementing similarly dust- and moisture-resistant camera bodies and lenses³, the microphone is designed for worry-free outdoor shooting.

¹Cameras with an MI Shoe that are not compatible with a digital audio interface should be connected in analogue mode; set the DIGITAL/ANALOG switch on the rear panel to ANALOG, and the digital audio signal will be automatically converted to analogue.
²Not guaranteed to be 100% dust and moisture-proof. Dust or water droplets on the surface of the microphone may interfere with recording and should be wiped off with a clean soft dry cloth before use.
³Not guaranteed to be 100% dust and moisture-proof.

Sony Corporation

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