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#4 Must Have for High-Quality Videos - MICROPHONE
The biggest difference for professional sounding videos is having a good mic. These days many phones have descent sound up close. But if you are 2 to 10 feet from a camera you'll need a mic.
Option #1 - Wireless Mic System
My favorite brand is Sennheiser, but they are pricey at $600. There are affordable options from Boya and Saramonic for $99 to $269 that can work great too.
Option #2 - Wired Lavalier Mic
This is a cheap option that can work if on a budget. These mics have a wire that attaches to your lapel and plugs into your phone or camera. They start at $20.
Option #3 - Shotgun Mic
Can be used with a phone, camera, or camcorder and attach on top or with an attachment. They can be hands free or hand held like a newscaster. Cost is $25 to $100.
Option #1 - Wireless Mic System
My favorite brand is Sennheiser, but they are pricey at $600. There are affordable options from Boya and Saramonic for $99 to $269 that can work great too.
Option #2 - Wired Lavalier Mic
This is a cheap option that can work if on a budget. These mics have a wire that attaches to your lapel and plugs into your phone or camera. They start at $20.
Option #3 - Shotgun Mic
Can be used with a phone, camera, or camcorder and attach on top or with an attachment. They can be hands free or hand held like a newscaster. Cost is $25 to $100.