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SimplyCreativePhotography · 05-13-2021, 06:33 PM

I couldn't see where this has been covered specifically for the K-3iii but if so, please redirect this thread.

I've never used my Pentax DSLR's for video but might just be tempted to with my K-3iii. I'm willing to spend in the $200 to $300 range and would generally be using it for head-shot interviews but probably want to use it for other things as well.

Any advice or cautions?

**BBooDad** · 05-13-2021, 07:17 PM

no particular advice from me - but I also am looking to use it this summer when wandering around, to make a vlog for family to follow. I'll post here when I try a few things

idontstairs · 05-13-2021, 07:38 PM

Adorama has a great deal on the rode stereo microphone with the dead cat basically free. I went with it versus the shotgun mic because i had zero interest in doing talking head vlogs so I figured stereo sound would suit me better than directional.

https://www.adorama.com/rdstrvmprora.html?

Mine will be here hopefully by this weekend.

**clackers** · 05-13-2021, 09:14 PM

A lavalier can be very handy, SCP!

If possible, record to a separate audio device like a Zoom or Tascam or whatever, and sync later in post.

**Rondec** · 05-14-2021, 02:50 AM

I'd look at the Rode products. I bought something like this quite awhile ago and it works pretty well: amazon.com: Rode VideoMicPro Compact Directional On-Camera Microphone with Rycote Lyre Shockmount: Musical Instruments?tag=pentaxforums-20&

SimplyCreativePhotography · 05-14-2021, 05:55 AM

Thanks for the suggestions. I do have a Zoom H1 Handy Recorder but I hate syncing in PP. Multiple short clips are a real pain so was hoping to simplify my process.

This will probably wait until some new PLM lenses are finally available but never too soon to start looking.

Thanks,

Qwntm · 05-15-2021, 08:34 AM

Originally posted by SimplyCreativePhotography

I couldn't see where this has been covered specifically for the K-3iii but if so, please redirect this thread.

I've never used my Pentax DSLR's for video but might just be tempted to with my K-3iii. I'm willing to spend in the $200 to $300 range and would generally be using it for head-shot interviews but probably want to use it for other things as well.

Any advice or cautions?

I've got a few and the one I like best is this Rode Video MIcro for $59...

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1183909-REG/rode_videomicro_compact_o...981&

stevebrot · 05-15-2021, 01:22 PM

Originally posted by clackers

A lavalier can be very handy, SCP!

If possible, record to a separate audio device like a Zoom or Tascam or whatever, and sync later in post.

This ^ ^ ^

Steve

**Kobie** · 05-15-2021, 08:29 PM

I use a wireless lavalier mic so both myself and the interviewee would be equally miced up. No wires and adds freedom of creativity without having to worry about cords. At least that's what works for me and the Pentax's audio preamp in the camera is actually pretty good. My wireless lav mics sound great even compared to wired and shotgun mics.

angerdan · 05-16-2021, 04:13 AM

Originally posted by SimplyCreativePhotography

I couldn't see where this has been covered specifically for the K-3iii but if so, please redirect this thread.

I've never used my Pentax DSLR's for video but might just be tempted to with my K-3iii. I'm willing to spend in the $200 to $300 range and would generally be using it for head-shot interviews but probably want to use it for other things as well.

Any advice or cautions?

The K-3 III has the same requirements for external microphones as K-7, K-5, K-3 and K-1.

So you can find solutions in the existing threads:
Microphone - PentaxForums.com
accessory 'Mike' for K-1, or some other issue.. to get sound - PentaxForums.com
Microphone opinion question. - PentaxForums.com
Which external microphones are folks using with their K7/K5? - PentaxForums.com
external microphone!!! What yall think?!?!?! - PentaxForums.com

Just check at B&H in your price range and choose the needed microphone.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/products/Shotgun/ci/8533/N/4291086008?sort=TO..._7426%3Astereo

jcshellyg · 05-17-2021, 06:32 AM

Thank you! I was wondering about this as well since I now have a camera with an external microphone capability. Good to know about the similarities with the other models.

SimplyCreativePhotography · 05-17-2021, 05:06 PM

Thanks again everyone for your responses. The video on my K-5 was so inadequate I'd forgotten it even had an external mic. I'll probably pick up a modestly priced shotgun mic, and also keep using my lavalier and Zoom recorder when it makes sense to do so. It's nice to have options.

**BBooDad** · 06-08-2021, 06:02 PM

I'll be posting video from 3-III with PLM 55-300 and small mic soon. Fingers-crossed....

**bobbotron** · 06-16-2021, 07:00 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by clackers

A lavalier can be very handy, SCP!

If possible, record to a separate audio device like a Zoom or Tascam or whatever, and sync later in post.

I came here to say the same, external audio devices are in a whole other class than any add on mics. And not that expensive! I have a zoom h4n pro, lovely device.

**clackers** · 06-16-2021, 07:07 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by bobbotron

I came here to say the same, external audio devices are in a whole other class than any add on mics. And not that expensive! I have a zoom h4n pro, lovely device.

Same. I also use mine as a guitar FX pedal, and an audio interface to my laptop.

The importance of an audio interface for real time recording is that it doesn't have the lag of a computer's normal microphone and speakers.

05-13-2021, 06:33 PM	#1
SimplyCreativePhotography Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Drayton, Ontario, Canada Photos: Albums Posts: 264	External Mic for K-3iii I couldn't see where this has been covered specifically for the K-3iii but if so, please redirect this thread. I've never used my Pentax DSLR's for video but might just be tempted to with my K-3iii. I'm willing to spend in the $200 to $300 range and would generally be using it for head-shot interviews but probably want to use it for other things as well. Any advice or cautions?

05-16-2021, 04:13 AM	#10
angerdan Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,643	Originally posted by SimplyCreativePhotography I couldn't see where this has been covered specifically for the K-3iii but if so, please redirect this thread. I've never used my Pentax DSLR's for video but might just be tempted to with my K-3iii. I'm willing to spend in the $200 to $300 range and would generally be using it for head-shot interviews but probably want to use it for other things as well. Any advice or cautions? The K-3 III has the same requirements for external microphones as K-7, K-5, K-3 and K-1. So you can find solutions in the existing threads: Microphone - PentaxForums.com accessory 'Mike' for K-1, or some other issue.. to get sound - PentaxForums.com Microphone opinion question. - PentaxForums.com Which external microphones are folks using with their K7/K5? - PentaxForums.com external microphone!!! What yall think?!?!?! - PentaxForums.com Just check at B&H in your price range and choose the needed microphone. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/products/Shotgun/ci/8533/N/4291086008?sort=TO..._7426%3Astereo Last edited by angerdan; 05-16-2021 at 04:27 AM.

06-16-2021, 07:07 PM - 1 Like	#15
clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	Originally posted by bobbotron I came here to say the same, external audio devices are in a whole other class than any add on mics. And not that expensive! I have a zoom h4n pro, lovely device. Same. I also use mine as a guitar FX pedal, and an audio interface to my laptop. The importance of an audio interface for real time recording is that it doesn't have the lag of a computer's normal microphone and speakers. Last edited by clackers; 06-16-2021 at 08:49 PM.

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05-13-2021, 07:17 PM	#2
BBooDad Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Wisconsin, USA Posts: 64	no particular advice from me - but I also am looking to use it this summer when wandering around, to make a vlog for family to follow. I'll post here when I try a few things

05-13-2021, 07:38 PM	#3
idontstairs Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Jeffersontown Kentucky Posts: 143	Adorama has a great deal on the rode stereo microphone with the dead cat basically free. I went with it versus the shotgun mic because i had zero interest in doing talking head vlogs so I figured stereo sound would suit me better than directional. https://www.adorama.com/rdstrvmprora.html? Mine will be here hopefully by this weekend.

05-13-2021, 09:14 PM	#4
clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	A lavalier can be very handy, SCP! If possible, record to a separate audio device like a Zoom or Tascam or whatever, and sync later in post.

05-14-2021, 02:50 AM	#5
Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,666	I'd look at the Rode products. I bought something like this quite awhile ago and it works pretty well: amazon.com: Rode VideoMicPro Compact Directional On-Camera Microphone with Rycote Lyre Shockmount: Musical Instruments?tag=pentaxforums-20&

05-14-2021, 05:55 AM	#6
SimplyCreativePhotography Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Drayton, Ontario, Canada Photos: Albums Posts: 264 Original Poster	Thanks for the suggestions. I do have a Zoom H1 Handy Recorder but I hate syncing in PP. Multiple short clips are a real pain so was hoping to simplify my process. This will probably wait until some new PLM lenses are finally available but never too soon to start looking. Thanks,

05-15-2021, 08:34 AM	#7
Qwntm Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Eastern Oregon Posts: 856	Originally posted by SimplyCreativePhotography I couldn't see where this has been covered specifically for the K-3iii but if so, please redirect this thread. I've never used my Pentax DSLR's for video but might just be tempted to with my K-3iii. I'm willing to spend in the $200 to $300 range and would generally be using it for head-shot interviews but probably want to use it for other things as well. Any advice or cautions? I've got a few and the one I like best is this Rode Video MIcro for $59... https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1183909-REG/rode_videomicro_compact_o...981&

05-15-2021, 01:22 PM	#8
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by clackers A lavalier can be very handy, SCP! If possible, record to a separate audio device like a Zoom or Tascam or whatever, and sync later in post. This ^ ^ ^ Steve

05-15-2021, 08:29 PM	#9
Kobie Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Bowmanville Photos: Albums Posts: 1,211	I use a wireless lavalier mic so both myself and the interviewee would be equally miced up. No wires and adds freedom of creativity without having to worry about cords. At least that's what works for me and the Pentax's audio preamp in the camera is actually pretty good. My wireless lav mics sound great even compared to wired and shotgun mics.

05-17-2021, 06:32 AM	#11
jcshellyg Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Posts: 184	Thank you! I was wondering about this as well since I now have a camera with an external microphone capability. Good to know about the similarities with the other models.

05-17-2021, 05:06 PM	#12
SimplyCreativePhotography Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Drayton, Ontario, Canada Photos: Albums Posts: 264 Original Poster	Thanks again everyone for your responses. The video on my K-5 was so inadequate I'd forgotten it even had an external mic. I'll probably pick up a modestly priced shotgun mic, and also keep using my lavalier and Zoom recorder when it makes sense to do so. It's nice to have options.

06-08-2021, 06:02 PM	#13
BBooDad Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Wisconsin, USA Posts: 64	I'll be posting video from 3-III with PLM 55-300 and small mic soon. Fingers-crossed....

06-16-2021, 07:00 PM - 1 Like	#14
bobbotron Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Ottawa, ON Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,349	Originally posted by clackers A lavalier can be very handy, SCP! If possible, record to a separate audio device like a Zoom or Tascam or whatever, and sync later in post. I came here to say the same, external audio devices are in a whole other class than any add on mics. And not that expensive! I have a zoom h4n pro, lovely device.

External Mic for K-3iii

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