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Sony ECM-W5 Wireless Mic for Camera Owners
Sony's new wireless mic system offers 32-bit float audio directly to cameras, beating DJI's 24-bit limit.
In brief
Sony's new wireless mic system offers 32-bit float audio directly to cameras, beating DJI's 24-bit limit. Sony's ECM-W5 wireless mic records 32-bit float audio directly into Sony cameras via Multi Interface Shoe, avoiding post-production sync. Originally reported by Digital Camera World.
Sony Unveils ECM-W5 Wireless Mic
Sony has unveiled its new ECM-W5 wireless microphone system targeting DJI Mic 3 and RØDE Wireless PRO.
32-Bit Float Audio Directly to Camera
The ECM-W5 records 32-bit float audio wirelessly into Sony camera video files via Multi Interface Shoe.
DJI Mic 3 Limited to 24-Bit Audio
DJI Mic 3 supports 32-bit float recording but only stores it as 24-bit audio via Sony's hot shoe adapter.
64GB Storage vs DJI's 32GB
Sony's transmitters offer 64GB internal storage versus DJI's 32GB, enabling up to 90 hours of backup recording.
500-Meter Wireless Range
The ECM-W5 claims 500-meter wireless range, exceeding DJI Mic 3's 400 meters under ideal line-of-sight conditions.
Bluetooth Headphone Integration
Sony adds Bluetooth LE Audio headphones for wireless audio monitoring, with some earbuds doubling as microphones.
Pricing and Availability
The ECM-W5 costs $399.99 / £350, with standalone receivers at $189.99 / £180 and transmitters at $119.99 / £110, available from November 2026.
The big picture
Sony's ECM-W5 wireless mic records 32-bit float audio directly into Sony cameras via Multi Interface Shoe, avoiding post-production sync.
