About the Sony Ecm-Cg50 High End Shotgun Microphone ECMCG50

The Sony ECM-CG50 Pro Shotgun Microphone delivers high directivity, signal-to-noise ratio and pristine audio results. Its lightweight unobtrusive design is ideal for long usage and the microphone is supplied with a custom shockmount and windscreen. A low-cut filter switch reduces unwanted low-end noise, and the ECM-CG50 is powered with a single AA battery, or plug-in power. The Sony ECM-CG50 delivers clear intelligible speech in noisy environments, making it an ideal choice for weddings, outdoor use, interviews and more.

High-quality shotgun type microphone for cameras and camcorder with a mic input jack

Pro-quality sound with a smooth, extended frequency response, low noise and wide dynamic range

High directional (supercardioid) response picks up dialogue and sounds from narrow regions directly in front of the camera

Supplied spacer and shockmount holder reduces operating noise from the camcorder

Powered via AA alkaline battery or plug-in power

Supplied windshield reduces wind noise

LF cut mode reduces low frequencies for clearer, more intelligible speech

Mounts on camcorder accessory shoe; supplied with shoe adaptor for NEX-5 / NEX-3 camera

Transducer	Electret Condenser Microphone
Polar Pattern	Cardioid (Sharp Directivity)
Frequency Response	40Hz ~ 20kHz
Dynamic Range (Typical)	80dB or more
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	18dB SPL (Average)
Maximum Input Sound Level	100dB SPL or More
Power Requirements	Combination of AA alkaline dry battery and plug-in power Size AA alkaline dry battery (sold separately)
Output Connector	1/8" (3.5mm_ gold coating L-type stereo mini plug
Sensitivity	-48dB / Pa ï¿½4dB
Dynamic Range	80dB or more
Operating Temperature	Operating temperature: -20 degreeC to +60 degreeC (-4 degreeF to +140 degreeF) Storage temperature: 0 degreeC to 40 degreeC (32 degreeF to 104 degreeF)
Dimensions	1-1/16 x 2-5/13 x 2-6/7" (27 x 60.5 x 72.5mm)
Weight	1.8 oz (50g) with battery