External microphones that can be used with the camera (EOS 5D Mark IV)

Last Updated : 22-Jul-2016
Issue Number : 8203024200

Solution

Stereo sound recording is possible by connecting an external stereo microphone equipped with a miniature stereo plug (3.5 mm diameter) to the camera’s external microphone IN terminal as the external microphone is given the priority. Using the Directional Stereo Microphone DM-E1 (sold separately) is recommended.

NOTE

It is possible to use a microphone that supports plug-in power (which is supplied from a camera to the microphone)
The camera’s built-in microphone will also record the operation sound and mechanical sound of the camera during shooting. Use the Directional Stereo Microphone DM-E1 (sold separately) to reduce these sounds in the movie.
It is possible to use a condenser microphone. However, it is not possible to use a condenser microphone that requires phantom power (which is supplied from external power equipment to the microphone).
It is not possible to use a dynamic microphone.

Compatibility of microphones

Condenser microphone	Plug-in power (supplied from a recorder (camera) to the microphone)	Battery cell (supplied from a battery cell to the microphone)	Phantom power (supplied from external power equipment to the microphone)
	Yes	Yes	No
Dynamic microphone	Generating power by itself (Power is not required for the microphone including microphones used for Karaoke)
	No