VideoMic
RODEReleased May 1, 2013 · Analysis updated Feb 14, 2026
RODE VideoMic is a battery-free, easy-to-use video microphone with a compact lightweight design. The RODE VideoMic scores 84/100 based on 18 expert reviews in the external microphones category. Coverage includes reviews from Musiciannerd, Laptopmag, Musictech, and Podcastage.
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What's this?based on 18 expert reviews
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design(9)
- Budget friendly(6)
- No batteries required(4)
- Amazing sound quality(4)
- Comes with shock mount(4)
Cons
- Requires external power for some models(3)
- Higher-end models are expensive(2)
18 Publication Reviews
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The Rode VideoMic Pro+ is one of the best, generally affordable on-camera shotgun microphones the market has to offer.
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The ultra-lightweight Rode VideoMic Go II proved itself in the field taking drops, kicks, and dirt while still recording some of our best audio to date.
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RØDE’s latest brings crystal clear sound not only to your videos but to your smartphone and desktop too.
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Today I review the Rode VideoMic NTG Camera-mount Shotgun Mic, which is a camera top shotgun microphone that also functions as a USB Shotgun Microphone.
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The Rode VideoMic is an easy-to-use, great sounding, and affordable microphone that takes care of the audio needs of novices and pros alike.
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Rode VideoMic Pro VMP is a compact professional mic that perfectly sits on any DSLR camera while leaving minimum footprint.
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The Rode VideoMic Go II is a sub-$100 microphone much better than the original, with bonus features perfect for creators on a budget.
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The RODE VideoMic GO II is a compact, versatile shotgun condenser microphone that delivers excellent audio quality for content creators both indoors and outdoors.
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The Rode VideoMicro, VideoMic Go, VideoMic, VideoMic Pro, and VideoMic Pro+ all provide significantly better audio quality than built-in camera microphones.
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The Rode VideoMic GO is a simple, affordable shotgun mic that requires no batteries and is always ready to record, making it ideal for amateur videographers.
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The RØDE VideoMic GO II is an excellent all-around mic for anyone looking to create high-quality audio content on a budget.
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The Rode VideoMic NTG is an affordable, easy-to-operate, versatile shotgun microphone for cameras, computers, and mobile devices.
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The Rode Videomic Go II is a lightweight, well-built directional microphone that offers excellent portability and versatility for vloggers and content creators at an affordable price point.
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The Rode VideoMicro II is an improvement upon their prior ultracompact on-camera microphones, offering simplicity, versatility, and professional quality in a small package.
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The RODE Videomic GO is an excellent little microphone for jobs employing smaller cameras in run-and-gun situations, though the range is limited and quality falters past 3 feet.
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The Rode VideoMic Me-L performs well, offering significantly better audio quality than the built-in iPhone mic, especially outdoors, though it has some limitations with volume levels and screen obstru...
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The Rode VideoMic GO is a very low-cost, lightweight, and extremely easy-to-use shotgun microphone that significantly outperforms built-in camera mics, though it has compatibility limitations and is s...
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The Rode VideoMic Pro provides a significant step up from on-camera sound in a solution that's good enough to last as an intermediate step between nothing and serious audio gear.
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