VideoMicro II Compact Shotgun Microphonevs Wireless ME Compact Wireless Microphone
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VideoMicro II Compact Shotgun Microphone
Starting from £65 new
Best for Vlogging, interviews & on-camera audio
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Wireless ME Compact Wireless Microphone
Starting from £89 new
Best for Vlogging, travel video & entry-level wireless audio
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Vlogging, Interviews & On-Camera Audio — VideoMicro II Compact Shotgun Microphone: The VideoMicro II is the most recommended compact camera microphone for good reason. It's small enough to leave on the camera, sounds dramatically better than internal mics, and requires no batteries. If you record any video and haven't added a microphone yet, start here.
Vlogging, Travel Video & Entry-Level Wireless Audio — Wireless ME Compact Wireless Microphone: The Wireless ME is the right starting point for anyone who wants wireless audio without the price of the GO II. Single channel, simpler controls, no onboard recording — but at £89 it makes wireless audio accessible to every budget. A natural first wireless mic for vloggers and travel creators.
Who should buy what
VideoMicro II Compact Shotgun Microphone
- Vloggers and content creators who need better audio from their camera
- Filmmakers and documentary shooters who want on-camera ambient sound
- Interview videographers who want directional audio pickup
- Anyone who finds built-in camera microphone audio unacceptable
Wireless ME Compact Wireless Microphone
- Vloggers and solo creators who want wireless audio for the first time
- Travel photographers who record video and want cable-free audio
- Content creators on a budget who need reliable wireless performance
- Anyone who finds wired mics too restrictive for their shooting style
Quick take: The videomicro ii compact shotgun microphone is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | VideoMicro II Compact Shotgun Microphone | Wireless ME Compact Wireless Microphone |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £65 | £89 |
| Weight | 43g (including Rycote Lyre shockmount) | 32g per unit |
| Dimensions | 8cm × 2cm (without shockmount) | Transmitter: 44 × 36 × 17mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Connectivity | 3.5mm TRS + USB-C output — works with cameras, computers and smartphones | 2.4GHz wireless, 3.5mm TRS output, USB-C charging, up to 100m range |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | VideoMicro II Compact Shotgun Microphone | Wireless ME Compact Wireless Microphone |
|---|---|---|
| Video | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
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