Best wireless Zi8 microphone: I've heard great reviews of the Sony Wireless Bluetooth microphone and want to know if it fits the Kodak Zi8?
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I recently purchased my zi8 and love the picture quality, but am soooo disappointed in the hassle I'm going through to get good sound. I'm trying to film small educational video blogs. I purchased a Shure wireless microphone and it's sound was not that good. When I called Kodak, was told it can not record in stereo, only in mono. They also told me @ Kodak that wireless mics did not work. Unless anyone knows of a bonified way to get good (to match the excellent video), I will be returning the zi8...which is not what i want to do. I'm dissapointed the sound quality is not as good as the video.
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I don't understand Sony's thinking. Impotantly, this mic works great. But it is wired and enables use of a cell phone that connects to the radio via bluetooth. So it is part of a bluetooth system, but it a wired mic that you connects to a stereo, and when that stereo connects via bluetooth to your cell phone, this mic becomes part of a blue tooth system. I think this is typical configuration.
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I don't know about the ZS9. But the ZS8 is available right now, new, on amazon. I own the ZS9 and have researched this line of cameras (owned 3 or 4 of them). The only difference between the ZS8 and ZS9, is that the ZS9 has stereo microphones for video, and the ZS8 has mono microphones. Unless specific feature is your deal-breaker, the ZS8 should be an acceptable substitute for the ZS9.
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Have you had any problems with dust? I found three or more reviews on the DMC-ZS8 with particles of dirt accumulating. How's your camera faring with this problem? One person actually took the time to take the camera apart to clean it - Amazing! He wrote how he did it and posted it in the July/August 2011 time period. I can't purchase this camera with confidence even though it sounds great. Thanks much.
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I'm looking for a camera and microphone I can use at work then take home to use on my home computer, to communicate with my daughter oversees. I'm new to all this and realy need guidance. THANKS!
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Check to see if your camera has XLR inputs for the mic - and phantom power. Wireless is optional - still need XLR. And phantom.
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I've spent hours on google trying to figure out whether various camcorder models have microphone jacks. It is never in the description. Sometimes, if you're lucky, you can Google "(model number brand) microphone jack" and find a review which specifies. I'm pissed off. It shouldn't take this long to shop for a camera.
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Dear Rich, We are very sorry for the inconvenience. The ZX100 Mini Portable Speaker does not support Bluetooth. We have contacted Amazon about the ZX100 appearing under Bluetooth search results, however, no changes can be made. We do not have any search terms to indicate that our ZX100 is Bluetooth. This is an issue with Amazon's search algorithm. We apologize for any confusion caused because of this. Please contact us at support@kinivo.com if you have any additional questions. Thank you, Kinivo Product Support Email: support@kinivo.com Toll Free: 1-855-4Kinivo (1-855-454-6486) Live Chat: http://support.kinivo.com (Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm Pacific)
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Hi, I am looking to buy a mic to attach to the accessory shoe on the Camcorder. Can I use any mic or do I need to buy a Panasonic mic only? Please recommend a good brand if I can use any off-the-shelf mic. Thanks!
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Right, the DMC-ZS8. I'm still trying to find an answer to that question. Also, has anyone heard anything good about the DMC ZS9?
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I am sorry I was not able to get to you as I was in Reno NV yesterday, however, I did test the microphone and it works beautiful. There are four things I can think off that might be the cause 1) change the battery and make sure is inserted correctly, 2) Make sure the stereo insert from mic to camera are pushed all the way, 3) Make sure that you check the settings of your camera, and perhaps test the mic on your computer or another camera, 4) The mic could be defective in which you should contact amazon for an exchange. Other than that, the mic works remarkably good for the price. It sounds better at 0 db. I hope that answers your question(s) and best of luck! I am sorry I was not able to get to you as I was in Reno NV yesterday, however, I did test the microphone and it works beautiful. There are four things I can think off that might be the cause 1) change the battery and make sure is inserted correctly, 2) Make sure the stereo insert from mic to camera are pushed all the way, 3) Make sure that you check the settings of your camera, and perhaps test the mic on your computer or another camera, 4) The mic could be defective in which you should contact amazon for an exchange. Other than that, the mic works remarkably good for the price. It sounds... » Read More I am sorry I was not able to get to you as I was in Reno NV yesterday, however, I did test the microphone and it works beautiful. There are four things I can think off that might be the cause 1) change the battery and make sure is inserted correctly, 2) Make sure the stereo insert from mic to camera are pushed all the way, 3) Make sure that you check the settings of your camera, and perhaps test the mic on your computer or another camera, 4) The mic could be defective in which you should contact amazon for an exchange. Other than that, the mic works remarkably good for the price. It sounds better at 0 db. I hope that answers your question(s) and best of luck! « Show Less
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As long as your device has the Sony Active Interface Shoe on which the receiver for the wireless mic will mount it will work. I went to the Sony website and found the specs for the HDR CX-7 which says it has the Active Interface Shoe. But you should check your CX-7 to be sure. The cover for the shoe on the CX-7 should be marked with the Active Interface logo: a stylized, capital A with a single dot over it. The wireless mic is no longer made by Sony and since Sony uses a proprietary interface, only the Sony device will work. To my knowledge, there are no third parties that make devices that use the Active Interface design. Hope this helps. As long as your device has the Sony Active Interface Shoe on which the receiver for the wireless mic will mount it will work. I went to the Sony website and found the specs for the HDR CX-7 which says it has the Active Interface Shoe. But you should check your CX-7 to be sure. The cover for the shoe on the CX-7 should be marked with the Active Interface logo: a stylized, capital A with a single dot over it. The wireless mic is no longer made by Sony and since Sony uses a proprietary interface, only the Sony device will work. To my knowledge, there are no third parties that make devices that... » Read More As long as your device has the Sony Active Interface Shoe on which the receiver for the wireless mic will mount it will work. I went to the Sony website and found the specs for the HDR CX-7 which says it has the Active Interface Shoe. But you should check your CX-7 to be sure. The cover for the shoe on the CX-7 should be marked with the Active Interface logo: a stylized, capital A with a single dot over it. The wireless mic is no longer made by Sony and since Sony uses a proprietary interface, only the Sony device will work. To my knowledge, there are no third parties that make devices that use the Active Interface design. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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Hi This microphone comes minus the XLR cable, You'll have purchase that. You may be able to get a wireless mic something like the SM7,but I'm not aware they make a wireless version.
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Your Sony has XLR inputs. Just disconnect the on-camera mic and use an XLR cable to plug this in. Either mount it in place of old one, if possible, or carry separately.
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Your welcome, I'm just now learning how to use my new Zi8. I think I'm really going to like it. I also bought an extra battery for it, from Amazon. A Kodak KLIC-7004, just like the one that came with it. I would hate to be taking videos and have my battery run out. I'm checking into buying another battery charger too.
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Dear Kyle T.: Greetings from Cartagena de Indias,Colombia.Yes,of course.Is an excellent wireless microphone!!!!Is also,a walkie-talky.With bluetooth technology!!!!!!!!!You can connect this mic and especially the receiver,with other devices,such as cell phones,tablets,computers,your tv.!!!!Other video cameras,differents brands.Ok?Was a pleasure to help you!!!!!Victor Manuel./Welcome any time!!!!!!!!!!!
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Sorry, I cannot answer that, since I have a "Kodak Zi8." Its a great little gadget to have!