The pick-up pattern of the built-in microphone on camcorders is omni-directional, meaning that it picks up all sounds, in every direction equally, no matter which direction you point the camcorder.
Azden ECZ990 Description:
The ECZ-990 is a 6" long, directional, or "zoom" microphone with a supercardioid pattern (ellipse shaped). It will pick up your subjects sound more clearly, reducing side noises. With 2 positions, narrow and wider, the ECZ-990 has a range of 35 feet and uses 1 "AAA" battery.
Azden ECZ990 Features:
 | "Zoom" microphone with a super-cardioid pattern |
| 2-Position Switch for Narrow and Wider Polar Patterns |
| Picks up your subjects sound more clearly, reducing side noises |
| 35 Range! |
| Uses 1 "AAA" battery, eliminating the need for a phantom power supply |
Azden ECZ990 Specifications:
Transducer Electret Condenser
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Response 150 Hz - 18 kHz
Dynamic Range (Typical) >75 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio >43 dB
Maximum Input Sound Level 100 dB
Power Requirements 1.5v DC (AAA Battery)
Output Impedance Long: 5 Ohms (at 1kHz)
Short: 660 Ohms (at 1kHz)
Output Connectors 3.5 Plug (for Direct Camcorder Input without Conversion)
Pad None
Low Frequency Roll-Off None
Applications Videography
Dimensions 6 x .83" (152.4 x 21mm) LxDiameter
Weight 2.76 oz. (78.25 g) Without Battery
