Rode VideoMic Review

Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

207,264 reviews
rode.com
Rode
  • Mobile Journalist, Vlogger, Run & Gun
  • For Cameras and Portable Recorders
  • 100-Hr Run Time via 9V Battery
  • Selectable Pad and Bass Roll-Off
  • Attached 3.5mm TRS Output Cable
  • Power Switch with LED
  • Windscreen Reduces Wind Noise
  • Integrated Shoe/Pole Shockmount

Introduction

In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 207,264 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Rode VideoMic. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.

Ratings Based on Features

These results are a summary of user reviews of the Rode VideoMic. For example, 83% of 177,851 users who have commented on the Value for money of the Rode VideoMic have given positive feedback.

83%
Value for money
83% of users are satisfied, based on 177,851 reviews
82%
Sound quality
82% of users are satisfied, based on 177,849 reviews
92%
Light weight
92% of users are satisfied, based on 94,172 reviews
75%
Noise cancellation
75% of users are satisfied, based on 55,915 reviews
81%
Easy to use
81% of users are satisfied, based on 39,684 reviews
81%
Versatility
81% of users are satisfied, based on 29,158 reviews
85%
For beginners
85% of users are satisfied, based on 29,156 reviews
78%
Durability
78% of users are satisfied, based on 24,483 reviews
100%
Accuracy
100% of users are satisfied, based on 24,483 reviews
87%
Quality of material
87% of users are satisfied, based on 7,662 reviews
90%
Portability
90% of users are satisfied, based on 2,433 reviews
94%
Comfort
94% of users are satisfied, based on 2,433 reviews
Average Rating (207,264 ratings)
89%
Amazon.co.uk ( 26,725 ratings )
90%
Amazon.fr ( 26,565 ratings )
88%
Amazon.it ( 26,375 ratings )
90%
Amazon.es ( 26,357 ratings )
88%
Amazon.com.au ( 25,177 ratings )
88%
Amazon.de ( 24,483 ratings )
88%
Amazon.co.jp ( 14,507 ratings )
88%
B&H Photo Video ( 4,884 ratings )
89%
Amazon.com ( 2,793 ratings )
90%
Amazon.sa ( 2,438 ratings )
88%
Amazon.ca ( 2,436 ratings )
88%
Amazon.ae ( 2,435 ratings )
88%
Amazon.eg ( 2,435 ratings )
88%
Amazon.com.mx ( 2,433 ratings )
90%
Amazon.com.tr ( 2,432 ratings )
88%
Amazon.in ( 2,431 ratings )
88%
Amazon.nl ( 2,430 ratings )
88%
Amazon.se ( 2,430 ratings )
88%
Amazon.pl ( 2,430 ratings )
88%
Amazon.sg ( 2,430 ratings )
88%
Amazon.com.br ( 2,425 ratings )
88%
Thomann ( 166 ratings )
88%
Adorama ( 27 ratings )
96%
SweetWater ( 11 ratings )
90%
Amazon.cn ( 7 ratings )
52%
Reverb ( 2 ratings )
90%
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Highlighted Customer Reviews

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Cheap and Effective

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Mar 2, 2014

Reviewed by Lawrence on B&H Photo Video

I tried the other mini jack mics. This one was the best. Make sure to get the sock. Makes the mic look cooler ;)

Good mic

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

May 24, 2012

Reviewed on B&H Photo Video

Used the Rode mic for shooting baseball outside in the wind; directional, good sound, no wind noise. Unfortunate that it doesn't fit directly in the mount on the top of the Canon video cam, and so requires a bracket.

Good value

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Nov 23, 2010

Reviewed by j.outpaddlin on B&H Photo Video

Easy connection, secure mount, simple shock dampening system. 2 settings. Does improve sound recording. The high setting filters well unwanted noise. Will require extension bracket with some LCD monitor locations.

Clean sounding mic

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Feb 25, 2014

Reviewed by David on B&H Photo Video

Excellent sound quality for such an inexpensive mic. I use it for interviews and documentary work. Highly recommended.

Best deal for the money

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Nov 17, 2010

Reviewed by Mark on B&H Photo Video

Just began using my videomic at my son's soccer game. It picked up their voices on the field from afar without the intrusion of noisy parents nearby. It mounted easily on my Canon 5D Mark II and seemed quite sturdy. So far I am greatly impressed with the results I am getting from this product.

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$149
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95€
Thomann
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$149
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Great mic

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Nov 27, 2010

Reviewed by Oxfordproduction on B&H Photo Video

This produce is very handy when it comes to traveling around town with my camera backpack. The mic picks up sound very well and there are now downsides to it. GREAT PRODUCT! I shoot with the Canon T2i.

great for learners

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Nov 28, 2010

Reviewed by Ozy Todd on B&H Photo Video

versatile and quick to mount,needs better placement so you can use viewfinder to take snap shots as well. your head hits the back when trying stills shots. Moving the mount forward and sliding the mic back to keep weight balance will enable both video and stills to be taken

Another value from Rode

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Apr 30, 2012

Reviewed by James on B&H Photo Video

Will this offer years of service in a professional, everyday use environment? Probably not. However, it will give you a marked improvement in your audio quality at a fantastic price. Sound quality is best from a boom pole in my opinion.

Perfect for the purpose

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Nov 17, 2010

Reviewed by Photozer0 on B&H Photo Video

I use the Rode VideoMic for making short videos on my Canon 5D MKII. Sound is excellent and keeps out all the noises that the internal mike would normally pick up from focusing, changing zoom distances, etc.

Great Mic for the money

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Nov 29, 2010

Reviewed by andrew2004b on B&H Photo Video

This mic is great, it produces great sound in a very simple frame. The one thing I would say is that a dead cat is needed if you shoot in the wind. Other than it does pick up some wind noise the mic is wonderful, easy to use and gets the job done.

Well worth the price

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Nov 29, 2010

Reviewed by Kevin on B&H Photo Video

It has a cheap lightweight plastic feel but works better than expected. A very good value for the relatively low price. I'm very glad I can improve the souns so inexpensively since I mostly use it for family videos.

Great Mic

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Nov 30, 2010

Reviewed by Lawrence on B&H Photo Video

I bought this to use with my canon 60d. I chose the shotgun over the stereo because isolating the sound is going to be more important that having stereo in almost every case that I'm shooting. I do commercials and wedding videos.

Excellent!

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Mar 21, 2017

Reviewed by Richard on B&H Photo Video

Works great. nice quality. 100% better audio than the built in mic.

Good for entry unimic set up

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Feb 28, 2012

Reviewed on B&H Photo Video

The manual for the mic doesn't show how to screw the mic onto the boom pole; after figuring out the one screw that holds it, the connection is a bit flimsy. The set up is light weight and easy to handle.

Excellent Shotgun Mic

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Jun 5, 2011

Reviewed by aussiemoviemaker on B&H Photo Video

What can I tell you, it's as all the reviews say...brilliant!! I mainly use this mic from reference audio, however it's definitely able to be used for more crucial recording. Thoroughly impressed with my purchase, I'll always buy Rode from now!!

Rode - VideoMic

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Nov 15, 2010

Reviewed on B&H Photo Video

For the price, you cannot beat the quality & functionality of this well-built microphone. It is lightweight & needs to be handle with appropriate care. The cardioid pattern picks up surrounding sound well but keep central sound primary.

If you're unsure to purchase this, it's definitely worth it.

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Sep 25, 2019

Reviewed by Jessica on B&H Photo Video

I bought this and it has exceeded my expectations. Very high quality sound, really nice to edit in post. Good for Natsound and INTs. Even good outside. Windscreen works great for interviews outside. I use this with my shoulder mount and it works great. No complaints here!

Fantastic

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Mar 8, 2017

Reviewed by Heather on B&H Photo Video

Works great! I tend to film in a windy environments. This set up works great to cut out the wind while picking up the audio I do want.

Great gear for its price

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Jul 17, 2011

Reviewed by Rafael Dourado - Ouro Filmes on B&H Photo Video

The VideoMic is simply great. Good audio quality, light weight, easy to use and the battery lasts forever ! I bought it to use with my 60D and the improvement on audio quality was huge. With or without it its like water and wine :D and - the best part - low priced ;)

Fantastico

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Dec 18, 2010

Reviewed by FAMA on B&H Photo Video

This is an excellent starter mic the the 5D and small video cameras... I had two before this one and sold them.. This one I'm sending to a friend in Cuba.

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