Sony ECM-VG1 Shotgun Microphone
With an ultralightweight body and smooth tone, the Sony ECM-VG1 shotgun microphone offers strong, clean output signal for event video shoots, indie film production, TV and documentary shooting, court room depositions, and more. Plus, at a mere 2.3 ounces, it can be placed atop a camcorder or mounted on a boompole with virtually no impact on the weight of the rig.
With an ultralightweight body and smooth tone, the Sony ECM-VG1 shotgun microphone offers strong, clean output signal for event video shoots, indie film production, TV and documentary shooting, court room depositions, and more. Plus, at a mere 2.3 ounces, it can be placed atop a camcorder or mounted on a boompole with virtually no impact on the weight of the rig.
With an ultralightweight body and smooth tone, the Sony ECM-VG1 shotgun microphone offers strong, clean output signal for event video shoots, indie film production, TV and documentary shooting, court room depositions, and more. Plus, at a mere 2.3 ounces, it can be placed atop a camcorder or mounted on a boompole with virtually no impact on the weight of the rig.
With an ultralightweight body and smooth tone, the Sony ECM-VG1 shotgun microphone offers strong, clean output signal for event video shoots, indie film production, TV and documentary shooting, court room depositions, and more. Plus, at a mere 2.3 ounces, it can be placed atop a camcorder or mounted on a boompole with virtually no impact on the weight of the rig.
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The lowest price for Sony ECM-VG1 Shotgun Microphone right now is $207.50 at Camera-Warehouse, compared across 20 retailers.
The all-time low was $199.99 on 26 Feb 2026 — today's price is 4% above the lowest ever. This is at or near its all-time low — a good time to buy.
Prices last updated 10 June 2026.
Last updated at 10/06/2026 06:35:18
Sony ECM-VG1
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Sony ECMVG1 Shotgun Microphone, Black
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Sony ECM-VG1 Electret Condenser Microphone
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originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
I really wondered about this short shotgun microphone upon purchasing it. I always used one from a different reputable company that makes very good microphones. The other one had several adjustments to enhance the quality of the sound, wereas this one doesn't. However, the sound from this one is excellent! I truly was surprised. This one also doesn't get in the way of your lens, like the other one used to do.
originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
The sound quality didn't meet my expectations. The subject volume levels and background levels were basically the same. I was recording video and audio on a PXW-Z90, and the internal microphone gave me better quality.I returned the mic and got something else.
originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
I use this for my FX30 and have one for my FX6. Excellent on camera mic. Sound quality is great for your smaller setups.
| Transducer | Mono Electret Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Supercardioid |
| Frequency Response | 40 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Dynamic Range (Typical) | 107 dB or more |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 76 dB or more (IEC179 A-weighted, 1 kHz, 1Pa) |
Sony ECM-VG1
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Sony ECMVG1 Shotgun Microphone, Black
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Sony ECMVG1 Lightweight Shotgun Microphone
Free delivery between 15–22 June
SONY ECMVG1 Shotgun Microphone, Black
Delivery $23.91
SONY ECMVG1 Shotgun Microphone, Black
Delivery $31.07
I really wondered about this short shotgun microphone upon purchasing it. I always used one from a different reputable company that makes very good microphones. The other one had several adjustments to enhance the quality of the sound, wereas this one doesn't. However, the sound from this one is excellent! I truly was surprised. This one also doesn't get in the way of your lens, like the other one used to do.
The sound quality didn't meet my expectations. The subject volume levels and background levels were basically the same. I was recording video and audio on a PXW-Z90, and the internal microphone gave me better quality.I returned the mic and got something else.
I use this for my FX30 and have one for my FX6. Excellent on camera mic. Sound quality is great for your smaller setups.
I use the ECM-VG1 shotgun mic with a Sony PXW-Z150. I nearly got another Audio Technica ATR-875R, but that would have meant getting another fuzzy and this comes with (as pictured). The surprise? The included fuzzy has a cage inside so the mic element is truly isolated from the wind - this is very different when compared to using a foam windscreen under a fuzzy add-on and more like using a much more expensive zeppelin. I had a Sony ECM-XM1 that came with a NEX-EA50UH, so I was familiar with the mic's characteristics - but I sold the EA50UH with the XM1... and I like the ATR-875R. So... I flipped a coin. I am happy with the ECM-VG1 and would buy it again... the included fuzzy on a plastic cage makes a good mic great.
I bought this mic after being recommended by B&H live chat. For the price point that this mic is at, I was expecting something mediocre. It turns out that I really like the audio quality. The design is very intelligent and shows me that Sony knows what they are dong and they have experience with making diamonds. The XLR cable that comes in the box is light weight. The mic is light weight. They provide an excellent wind screen. It fits well on my Sony PXWX 70 camcorder. I would even use this as a boom mic for short film work. I think that Sony is under rated and that if put to the test, it may even be better than some of the Sennheiser and Rode mics. My advice is for you to try it for yourself. It is an electret mic, so keep it away from condensation and water.
This mic is a sort of 'must have' if you purchase a compact Sony Cinema Camera system. Recently bought for my FX3 and the size and effectiveness is just right and is priced pretty fairly for it's performance. I have an audio technica shotgun mic but it just was too long to mount onto the camera...and I had an on camera Rode mic that didn't fit well either and I don't trust anything but an xlr these days. This is designed specifically by Sony to work in tandem so just do it and you won't regret it.
For the price it's a good mic and you can't go wrong with it. I have cheaper mics that perform better and more expensive mics that don't perform any better than this one so it falls somewhere in the middle. I mainly use it as reference audio on top of the FX3 interface so it does the job.
If there are multiple sound sources, it tends to garble them all into one terrible recording. I was using a Sony, PXW-Z90V, and it drains the battery about 1-2% per minute of use. It also doesnt fit well on the camera extension that is made for it. Even with the spacer, it still wobbles a lot.Its decent when there is a single source. The range that it can record well is about 5.
First of I got this on time. Installation was easy, however, I like Sony to print more details of the assembly. After connecting to my Sony HXR-NX80, tested the mic in several environments and it worked fine.There is a big difference between the internal mic and this. It adds up to the capabilities of the setup of the camera.
Compared to the Sony ECM-XM1 (which I have used for several years), the ECM-VG1 is marginally superior in that it has a low-cut switch to help minimize low frequency rumble. Otherwise I do not detect any significant difference when mounted on a video camera. I have not used it in a more controlled environment, but I don't believe it would measure up to the Sennheiser ME66 K6. It is a little longer, overall, than I would have preferred, but I would not hesitate to buy it again.
| Transducer | Mono Electret Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Supercardioid |
| Frequency Response | 40 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Dynamic Range (Typical) | 107 dB or more |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 76 dB or more (IEC179 A-weighted, 1 kHz, 1Pa) |
