Rode VideoMicro Review

Camera-mount Compact Microphone

440,527 reviews
rank in Microphones
15
rode.com
Rode
  • Mobile Journalist, Vlogger, Run & Gun
  • For Cameras and Portable Recorders
  • Runs on Plug-In Power
  • Simple Operation with No Controls
  • 3.5mm TRS Output Jack
  • Detachable Coiled 3.5mm Cable
  • Ultracompact and Ultralightweight
  • Furry Windshield Minimizes Wind Noise
  • Detachable Shoe/Pole Shockmount

Introduction

In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 440,527 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Rode VideoMicro. 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 VideoMicro. For example, 85% of 256,580 users who have commented on the Value for money of the Rode VideoMicro have given positive feedback.

85%
Value for money
85% of users are satisfied, based on 256,580 reviews
83%
Sound quality
83% of users are satisfied, based on 236,513 reviews
75%
Noise cancellation
75% of users are satisfied, based on 111,601 reviews
93%
Light weight
93% of users are satisfied, based on 99,902 reviews
85%
Versatility
85% of users are satisfied, based on 73,270 reviews
88%
Quality of material
88% of users are satisfied, based on 60,441 reviews
77%
For beginners
77% of users are satisfied, based on 46,855 reviews
80%
Easy to use
80% of users are satisfied, based on 45,300 reviews
82%
Durability
82% of users are satisfied, based on 44,825 reviews
100%
Accuracy
100% of users are satisfied, based on 24,531 reviews
90%
Portability
90% of users are satisfied, based on 20,067 reviews
94%
Comfort
94% of users are satisfied, based on 20,067 reviews
Average Rating (440,527 ratings)
89%
Amazon.co.uk ( 26,777 ratings )
90%
Amazon.fr ( 26,618 ratings )
88%
Amazon.it ( 26,426 ratings )
90%
Amazon.es ( 26,409 ratings )
88%
Amazon.com.au ( 25,219 ratings )
88%
Amazon.de ( 24,531 ratings )
88%
Amazon.com ( 20,294 ratings )
90%
Amazon.sa ( 20,104 ratings )
90%
Amazon.ae ( 20,094 ratings )
90%
Amazon.eg ( 20,092 ratings )
90%
Amazon.co.jp ( 20,081 ratings )
84%
Amazon.ca ( 20,080 ratings )
88%
Amazon.in ( 20,078 ratings )
82%
Amazon.com.mx ( 20,067 ratings )
92%
Amazon.com.tr ( 20,060 ratings )
90%
Amazon.nl ( 20,054 ratings )
90%
Amazon.se ( 20,052 ratings )
90%
Amazon.pl ( 20,051 ratings )
90%
Amazon.sg ( 20,050 ratings )
90%
Amazon.com.br ( 20,048 ratings )
90%
B&H Photo Video ( 2,751 ratings )
90%
Adorama ( 415 ratings )
92%
Thomann ( 158 ratings )
92%
Amazon.cn ( 7 ratings )
52%
SweetWater ( 5 ratings )
80%
Musicians Friend ( 3 ratings )
100%
Reverb ( 2 ratings )
100%
Guitar Center ( 1 ratings )
80%
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Highlighted Customer Reviews

Showing 241 to 260 of 553 Reviews

Good external microphone with value pricing

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Oct 11, 2020

Reviewed by David on B&H Photo Video

If you don't do a lot of video or need a compact rig set up this is highly worth looking at. Using on my Fujifilm XT-4

Rode Videomicro

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Jan 13, 2018

Reviewed by scrapy1 on B&H Photo Video

I was not disappointed in this micro.. it works great with my Nikon D7200

Cheap Solution to get Better Audio

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Jan 5, 2016

Reviewed by Gabriel K. on B&H Photo Video

Rather getting cheap Chinese shotgun microphone. it is better to spend more and get the Rode Microphone. Good Audio Quality with the Wind Dead cat it is perfect to start with

Must have for DSLR and Mirrorless video shooters

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Dec 19, 2016

Reviewed by Jeremy on B&H Photo Video

If you're still shooting with a DSLR or Mirrorless, this is a must have. The audio from this mic is way better than the built in mics for scratch audio. Also, depending what your shooting and how far you are from the sound, the audio can actually be usable.

Good deal on used ones!

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Mar 11, 2021

Reviewed by Aida on B&H Photo Video

Loving my little Fury Rode! Was looking for something budget-friendly and went ahead for the used one, looks just like new, no defects, in perfect condition!

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Great compact Mic, but...

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Jan 31, 2016

Reviewed by Sean R. on B&H Photo Video

I got this mic for my canon t6i. The audio quality was ok, but very noisy in the background. I contacted RDE, and they told me to change my settings to manual audio, So I did. After playing around with the gain, the background hiss remained. I contacted RDE three more times and told them my situation, but they still gave me the same answer. The mic is still better than most on-board microphones.

Cute Little Thing

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Feb 16, 2016

Reviewed by Nestmac on B&H Photo Video

This guy is awesome, don't judge by the size. This Mic is very lightweight, great looking, very inconspicuous, get the job done, the sound you get from this little guy is incredible. I use it with a Sony RX10-M2 and is a killer combo.

Great little compact mic for a mirrorless camera

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Feb 10, 2020

Reviewed by Michael on B&H Photo Video

Bought this for our Fuji XT3 and A7sii to have a little better audio without adding a ton of bulk. After reading some reviews and hearing test across the various Rode DSLR mics, we decided on this one for it's compact size and the price point. Works and sounds great.

Great Quality, Great Price!

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Jan 23, 2021

Reviewed by Robert on B&H Photo Video

I really like this external microphone it was less expensive than competitors and B&H had the item in stock and ready to ship. The item is a great quality mic at a great price for vlogging. I highly recommend the Rode VideoMicro to anyone looking to purchase an external microphone!

Fantastic sound quality!!!

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Jan 26, 2020

Reviewed by Matthew on B&H Photo Video

I needed better sound quality for my GoPro and a few other cameras I use for "run & gun" filming and this was exactly what the Doctor ordered. Crisp clean audio, not to mention the Rode guarantee that all of their products are professional grade. Love this microphone!! Get one!!!

Good price, good quality

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Jan 22, 2017

Reviewed on B&H Photo Video

I bought this to use with Filmic Pro on my phone, the difference between this and built in mics is night and day, very happy. Size is great, built quality feels great. Had to buy the Rode SC7 to connect but other than that no issues.

Really nice for smaller cameras.

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Feb 21, 2016

Reviewed by Jeffxf on B&H Photo Video

I also have the Rode Video Mic Pro. There is a little less low end in comparison but the overall sound quality is very similar. Love the phantom power and not having to worry about switching it off and on. Great mic and awesome B&H service as usual b

Great product better price

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Nov 15, 2016

Reviewed on B&H Photo Video

I use this for my YouTube channel and daily blogs and it works very well and is very versatile as well as easy for travel due to its size. I wish the sound quality was a little better or that it had a larger range of hearing but all around great product especially for the price

Great product!

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Mar 26, 2017

Reviewed by Raul on B&H Photo Video

Great product! So good and for the price, can not complain at all. So small and compact that I can take it with me everywhere I go! Rode did it again and made an awesome product to be used everywhere and anywhere.

Nice mini-boom option for FDR-X3000

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Aug 6, 2017

Reviewed by Max on B&H Photo Video

Great addition to the FDR-X3000 Action camera, screwed on underneath if you want to vlog with the camera. Unfortunately, this un-powered mics don't work with the C100. So check to make sure this works with your camera. Otherwise, great quality nicely made.

great pickup and no battery needed!

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Mar 7, 2017

Reviewed by Corrado on B&H Photo Video

great pickup. the best feature is no need to worry about a battery. wish the bottom part rotated for the hot shoe as in the 5dMK4 it only fits facing sideways so i had to buy an adapter just to have it face forward.

Wow!

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Mar 12, 2016

Reviewed on B&H Photo Video

For such a small video mic, it does pack a punch. I resentlly picked on up and had it mounted to my Osmo to help with the audio onboard the mic. Let's just say it did it job and more. If you are looking into picking one, this should do the job.

Works as advertised

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Feb 26, 2017

Reviewed by Kevin on B&H Photo Video

It does what it's supposed to for its price. I use it mainly to make sure my camera will pick up decent audio in case of technical difficulties with other sources of audio. It's small, compact, and well built.

Slightly better than camera mic

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Jan 13, 2021

Reviewed by Stephen on B&H Photo Video

The ability to add the dead cat wind diffusion is this mic's best quality. Get one or two with a Rode SC7 and apple lighting adapter instead of the included cable. That's how it will work on your iPhone.

UNBELIEVABLE Quality

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone Review

Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Dec 16, 2019

Reviewed by David on B&H Photo Video

The video reviews and hype are 100% accurate. This hooked right up to the hotshoe on my Fuji XT2 and the difference in audio quality is amazing!! I cannot believe the price on this. Solid metal construction and includes dead cat in the box.

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