Azden SMX-20 DSLR Stereo Microphone
The Azden SMX-20 DSLR Stereo Microphone is a compact, highly directional microphone intended for use with DSLR cameras. The SMX-20 greatly improves the audio on DSLR cameras, while its compact 5" (12.7cm) length makes it easy to mount and remain out of view. Its highly directional pickup, wide frequency response and stereo audio imagery are sure to suite the gamut of video capturing applications. The SMX-20 features an attached coiled cable with a 1/8" (3.5mm) terminated connection, and ships with an LR44 battery, windscreen and shockmount holder with shoe.
| Transducer | Stereo Electret Condenser |
| Frequency Response | 100Hz - 20kHz |
| Sensitivity | -40dB @1kHz (1V/Pa) |
| Output Impedance | 1.5k ohm @ 1kHz |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 60dB (1kHz @ 1Pa) |
| Dynamic Range | 66dB |
| Battery |
LR44 (Included)
Life: 150 hours with alkaline battery |
| Max Input Sound Level (SPL) | 100dB |
| Dimensions (LxDiameter) | 4.76 x 0.82" (121 x 21mm) |
| Weight | 2.53 oz (72g) with battery |
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67%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
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- Easy to use (3)
- Lightweight (3)
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- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
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Comments about Azden SMX-20 DSLR Stereo Microphone:
I have a lot of experience with Azden microphones. I feel that they produce some of the best shotgun mics in terms of performance and value. Their new SMX-20 follows suit. It's compact, sounds great and is priced very competitively compared to other mics in its class. The included shockmount is very isolating and a nice bonus. If you need a short external mic for your DSLR camera and don't want to spend a ton of money, the SMX-20 is a good choice.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
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Comments about Azden SMX-20 DSLR Stereo Microphone:
Great addition to my 5D. It's small and light and seems very durable. Sound pick-up is excellent, especially for the price. Low noise floor with this camera. Highly recommended.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Poor Sound Quality
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Comments about Azden SMX-20 DSLR Stereo Microphone:
I bought this mic to use with my Canon 60d. It's a great size and fit for the camera but the audio performance was very bad. I did several tests to compare the SMX-20 to the built-in mic on the camera. I was really surprised that the audio quality of the SMX-20 was almost identical to that of the built-in mic, and so was the pick up range. The worst part was when I plugged the SMX-20 in to the camera, it brought the noise floor significantly up to where I got this annoying hiss. At least the built-in mic is quiet. I returned this mic immediately. I would not recommend it.
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Batteries & Power
- Price: $3.99
Wind Protection
- Price: $68.00
Mounting
- Price: $13.65
Shock Mounts
- Price: $29.00
What's in the Box
- Shockmount Holder with Shoe
- Windscreen
- LR44 Battery
- 1 Year Warranty
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