Wireless GO II Compact Wireless Microphone Systemvs A6400
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Wireless GO II Compact Wireless Microphone System
Starting from £279 new
Best for Vlogging, interviews & documentary filmmaking
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Vlogging, Interviews & Documentary Filmmaking — Wireless GO II Compact Wireless Microphone System: The best-value wireless audio system for content creators. Two transmitters means you can mic two subjects simultaneously — invaluable for interviews. Onboard recording backup eliminates the risk of dropouts. The audio upgrade that makes the biggest difference.
Content Creation & Vlogging — A6400 (2019): The best value APS-C Sony you can buy — especially used. Real-time Eye AF at this price point was transformative when it launched and still makes it one of the most reliable autofocus systems in the lineup.
Who should buy what
Wireless GO II Compact Wireless Microphone System
- Vloggers and YouTube creators who need clean, cable-free audio
- Videographers who conduct interviews with two subjects
- Documentary filmmakers who need discreet, portable audio
- Content creators who want a step up from wired camera microphones
A6400 (2019)
- Vloggers and content creators who need a flip screen and reliable AF
- Photographers upgrading from a compact or smartphone
- Beginners who want room to grow into a full E-mount lens ecosystem
- Anyone prioritising autofocus performance at an accessible price
Quick take: The wireless go ii compact wireless microphone system is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Wireless GO II Compact Wireless Microphone System | A6400 (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £279 | £899 |
| Sensor | — | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS BSI |
| Resolution | — | 24.2MP |
| Video | — | 4K/30p (6K oversampled, no crop), 1080p/120p slow-motion |
| Autofocus | — | Phase-detect, 425 points, real-time Eye AF & animal AF |
| Stabilisation | — | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | — | 11fps mechanical, 8fps with AF tracking |
| Battery Life | — | ~410 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 54g (transmitter + receiver) | 403g (body, battery, card) |
| Dimensions | Transmitter: 44 × 45 × 18mm / Receiver: 44 × 45 × 18mm | 120.0 × 66.9 × 59.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | — | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | — | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 180° flip for selfie/vlog, 921k dots |
| Mount | — | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | — | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | 2.4GHz encrypted wireless, 3.5mm TRS output, USB-C charging, up to 200m range | Micro-USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Wireless GO II Compact Wireless Microphone System | A6400 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
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