I examined the Mic 3 with cameras, computer systems, and smartphones, utilizing each direct connection and receiver connection strategies. It paired painlessly with every thing I threw at it, from my mirrorless digicam to my iPhone, and the audio high quality remained persistently glorious throughout totally different gadgets and environments. It’s a part of the OsmoAudio system too, that means the transmitter can instantly hyperlink with DJI cameras just like the Osmo 360, Osmo Motion 5 Professional, and Osmo Pocket 3, bypassing the receiver totally whereas nonetheless providing high-quality audio.
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The Mic 3 is not excellent, however I discovered little to complain about. The transmitters not embrace a 3.5-mm enter for connecting exterior lavalier microphones, which could frustrate individuals who favor to cover their mics utterly. DJI has additionally dropped the Security Monitor recording mode that was out there on the Mic 2, however it’s totally attainable to rig one up utilizing the out there choices.
US availability stays unsure; like different latest DJI merchandise, the Mic 3 is not formally launching in America resulting from ongoing tariff considerations. US customers might be able to supply items by means of third-party retailers, however that is removed from preferrred for a product that ought to actually be broadly out there. At $329 for the entire two-transmitter, one-receiver, and charging case bundle, the Mic 3 is definitely cheaper than the Mic 2 was at launch, which I believe is a remarkably good worth for a product that’s superior in nearly each means. DJI’s choice to promote particular person elements individually is welcome too. It means customers can begin with a primary setup and broaden over time, or exchange a broken or misplaced part with out an excessive amount of fuss.
The DJI Mic 3 primarily combines one of the best features of each the Mic 2 and Mic Mini right into a single, well-rounded bundle. It is extra compact and sensible than the Mic 2, and much more superior than the Mini. For content material creators, filmmakers, and podcasters on the lookout for a wi-fi microphone system that simply works, it is very laborious to seek out fault with it.
The one actual query is whether or not present Mic 2 homeowners have to improve. If the improved portability and expanded function set enchantment to you, the Mic 3 represents a strong step ahead. However the Mic 2 stays a superb microphone in its personal proper, so there isn’t any pressing have to make the swap except these new options and upgrades genuinely clear up issues you are at present going through.
