The pick-up pattern of the built-in microphone on camcorders is omni-directional, meaning that it picks up all sounds in every direction equally, no matter which direction you point the camcorder. The ECZ-990 is a 6" long directional, or "zoom" microphone with a super-cardioid pattern (ellipse shaped). It will pick up your subject's sound more clearly reducing side noises. With 2 positions, narrow and wider, the ECZ-990 has a range of 35 feet, uses 1 "AAA" battery, and comes with a windscreen, shoe mount and hook-and-loop mounting tape.

Technical Specs:

Type: Super cardioid electret condenser

Sensitivity Long: 55dB (at 1kHz 1V/µ bar)

Sensitivity Short: 72dB (at 1kHz 1V/gm bar)

Frequency Response: 150-18KHz

Output Impedance Long: 5 (at 1kHz)

Output Impedance Short: 660 (at 1kHz)

Power Source: 1.5V DC ("AAA" Battery)

Max. SPL: 100dB

Signal to Noise: Better than 40dB

Plug Cord Assembly: Coiled cord with 3.5 plug

Accessories: Shoe Mount