Wireless GO II Compact Wireless Microphone Systemvs A7C II
Rode
Wireless GO II Compact Wireless Microphone System
Starting from £279 new
Best for Vlogging, interviews & documentary filmmaking
View Wireless GO II Compact Wireless Microphone System
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.
Full-Frame Hybrid — A7C II (2023): Full-frame AI autofocus in the most compact body available — the best camera under £1,500 for hybrid shooters.
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
A7C II (2023)
- Travel photographers who want full-frame quality in the most compact body
- Hybrid shooters who need full-frame video and IBIS in a small package
- A7C owners looking for a significant AF and video upgrade
- Portrait and wedding photographers who want a discreet full-frame backup
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 | A7C II (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £279 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | — | 33MP Full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | — | 33.0MP |
| Video | — | 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit internal |
| Autofocus | — | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | — | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | — | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | — | ~530 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 54g (transmitter + receiver) | 514g body only |
| Dimensions | Transmitter: 44 × 45 × 18mm / Receiver: 44 × 45 × 18mm | 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | — | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | — | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | — | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | — | Dual slots: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type A |
| Connectivity | 2.4GHz encrypted wireless, 3.5mm TRS output, USB-C charging, up to 200m range | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Wireless GO II Compact Wireless Microphone System | A7C II |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
More comparisons with Wireless GO II Compact Wireless Microphone System
Camera family history