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Buying a microphone at Kamera Express: how to choose the right one
Good sound makes the difference between a video that's fine and one you immediately keep watching. Whether you're recording an interview on location, making a podcast in your study, or want better sound for your vlogs: with the right microphone your story sounds instantly more professional. At Kamera Express we help you choose based on what you're going to record.
What are you going to use the microphone for?
For video on camera
If you film with a system camera or camcorder, a directional microphone is often the quickest upgrade. If you mainly want to record sound from one person or one direction, a shotgun microphone is ideal. It picks up sound primarily from the front, so you have less trouble with ambient noise.
If you want to capture more atmosphere and width, for example during events or in nature, a stereo microphone is more suitable. This records sound more spatially, so the environment comes through more in your recording.
For vlogging and run and gun
Looking for a small microphone that barely appears in frame yet sounds much better than your internal microphone? Then compact models such as a lavalier microphone are a smart choice. You clip it discreetly to your clothing and keep your hands free. Ideal for presentations, interviews or content where you move around a lot.
For smartphone content
If you mainly make videos with your phone, you want a microphone that works well with mobile devices right away. In the smartphone microphones range you'll find options for reels, vlogs and street interviews, so your voice comes through more clearly than with your phone's microphone.
For interviews
An interview requires intelligibility and control. Buying an interview microphone can broadly be done in two ways: with a microphone in frame, or as inconspicuously as possible. For presentations, events and street interviews, handheld microphones are popular, especially when it's acceptable for the microphone to be visible. If you want to move freely or record with multiple people without cables, a wireless microphone is often the best solution.
For podcast and studio
If you want to buy a podcast microphone, pay particular attention to noise, sound quality and placement. In a quiet room, a studio microphone is often the best match. These microphones are made to record your voice full and clear and work well for podcasts, streaming and voice overs. With a fixed setup you often get the most out of your audio.
Help and advice from Kamera Express
There are many microphone types and what works well depends on your situation. At Kamera Express we know all about this. We are happy to help you find the right microphone for your situation. Visit one of our camera stores near you. Our experts are happy to help you with help and advice.
Want to orientate broadly first? Then browse the complete range of microphones. From compact models for on the go to studio microphones for a fixed setup.
Frequently asked questions about microphones
For video on camera a directional microphone is often most practical, as it picks up speech from the front and dampens ambient noise more. Look at shotgun microphones and pay attention to mounting, weight and connection.
Handheld is great for street interviews and events, because you can quickly switch between speakers and the microphone can be in frame. Lavalier is nicer if you want a quiet, inconspicuous setup and prefer not to see the microphone.
A stereo microphone records sound more broadly and spatially, useful for atmosphere and environment. A shotgun microphone focuses on sound from the front, so speech stands out better from background noise.
Not every microphone works directly with every phone. Pay attention to the connection and whether you need an adapter. With smartphone microphones this is usually tailored to mobile use.
If you're recording outdoors, wind protection is important for clean sound. A microphone cap or windshield helps reduce wind noise. For podcasts and voice-overs, a pop filter helps against plosives such as P and F. These accessories often make an immediately audible difference.
