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Zoom F1-SP 2-Input / 2-Track Portable Field Recorder with Shotgun Microphone

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Key Features

  • Capture pristine audio with this portable field recorder, perfect for interviews & sound effects.
  • Achieve crystal-clear sound quality using the included shotgun microphone for focused audio capture.
  • Enjoy extended recording sessions with the Zoom F1's impressive battery life for on-the-go use.
  • Easily connect to DSLRs with the included stereo mini cable, enhancing your video audio quality.
  • Compact & lightweight design makes this digital recorder ideal for filmmakers and content creators.
  • Utilize the shock mount to minimize handling noise, ensuring clean audio in any recording environment.
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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?ANDRE P : Ready to up my audio quality for my on the go shoots.Michael G : Have had trouble with other mics not giving me a battery level indicator option. Audio starts to suffer as battery drains. Purchased this unit based on the quality, the battery level indicator, built in audio levels, controls and ease of use. Being able to record the audio in the mic unit as well as camera provides me with a great back up option as well.

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2024-07-09T14:38:09

Rated 5 out of 5

great item

perfect for travel in work in the field

Michael G.

2022-05-09T08:53:37

Rated 4 out of 5

A very good compact recorder with a wide set of mic options.

The recorder is small and generally easy to use. Some features are cloaked behind odd labels on the limited button selection. The wave form display when recording seems accurate and is very easy to see on the back lit LED screen. The knob on the shotgun mic module is a very fast and easy to way to adjust audio levels. The shotgun mic has a very nice sound quality and a generic lavalier mic I have had for a while works very well with a 3.5mm jack. There are a very wide variety of recording file formats to choose from but I can't tell a difference between most of them, but I am no audio expert. SLR shooters should note that the set up is fairly large for mounting on top of an SLR. Due to this the mic will likely be visible on a wider lens but should not be visible on 50mm or longer lenses.

Andrew S.

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Zoom F1-SP Specifications

  • Display

    1.25" monochrome LCD

  • Recorder Type

    2-channel audio recorder

  • Recording Formats

    WAV: 44.1 kHz/16-bit, 48 kHz/16-bit, 48 kHz/24-bit, 96 kHz/24-bit
    MP3: 48, 128, 192, 256, 320 kb/s, Mono/stereo ID3v1 tags supported

  • Recording Media

    microSD and microSDHC cards (Class 4 or higher, up to 32 GB)

  • Mic In

    ZOOM mic capsule input

  • Mono shotgun mic (SGH-6)

    Directionality: Super cardioid (3 directional mic units)
    Sensitivity: -39 dB/1 Pa at 1 kHz
    Input gain: - Infinity - +50 dB
    Maximum sound pressure input: 122 dB SPL

  • Mic/LINE IN

    Connector: 3.5 mm stereo mini (with screw lock)
    Supports plug-in power (2.5 V)
    Input gain: -12 dB - +36 dB
    Input impedance: 2 k Ohm or more

  • Phone Out

    Connector: 3.5 mm stereo mini (with screw lock)
    Maximum output level: 11 mW + 11 mW (into 32Ohm load)

  • USB

    microUSB
    Mass storage operation: USB 2.0 High Speed
    Audio interface operation: USB class compliant
    44.1kHz/16-bit, 48kHz/16-bit, 2-in/2-out
    Transfer method: asynchronous

  • Recording time using batteries

    SGH-6 mono shotgun mic capsule (48 kHz/24-bit, mono):
    Alkaline batteries: about 6.5 hours
    NiMH batteries 750 mAh): about 6 hours
    Lithium batteries: about 11 hours

  • Power

    2 AAA batteries (alkaline, NiMH or lithium)
    AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5V/1A

  • Dimensions (WxDxH)

    2.5 x 3.1 x 1.3" (63.50 x 78.74 x 33.02mm)

  • Weight

    4.2 oz (119.07g) (without batteries)

  • UPC Code

    884354018818

12 Accessories for Zoom F1-SP 2-Input / 2-Track Portable Field Recorder with Shotgun Microphone

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  • Windjammers (1)
  • Batteries & Power Supply (7)
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  • Memory & Storage (3)

About Zoom F1-SP

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great item

By Michael G.

perfect for travel in work in the field

F1 FIELD RECORDER + SHOTGUN MIC

The Zoom F1 Field Recorder + Shotgun Mic is the ultimate solution for run-and-gun filmmakers who need to capture professional quality audio for video.

The F1-SP comes with the SGH-6 Shotgun Mic known for capturing pro-quality, hyper directional sound, and it’s aluminum body makes it extremely lightweight. Combined with the F1, you can record high-resolution audio up to 24 bit/96 kHz, providing high-impact audio for any video production.

Zoom F1 SP

Ready, Aim, Record
Connect the F1 and Shotgun to the included shock mount and attach it to your camera. Then connect the F1's audio output to your camera's input using the included 3.5mm stereo cable and you're ready to record.

Audio Redundancy
While recording to your camera, the F1 can also record to a microSD card, providing a stereo audio file which can be edited in post-production.


Zoom F1 SP

Bright Light? No Problem
Monitor your levels, battery life, lo-cut settings and more with the F1's newly designed monochromatic display, ensuring visibility even in bright sunlight.

One-Touch Controls

One-touch buttons make record levels, limiter settings and volume output easily accessible.

Smooth Ride
The SMF-1 shock mount was engineered to eliminate unwanted thumping sounds caused by vibrations when shooting on the move.

Essential Features for Videographers

Calibrate And Sync
The F1's tone generator provides a test tone to assist in setting proper audio levels. Sound markers make aligning audio and video easy.

No Chance Of Overload
An on-board limiter keeps your levels safe when spikes in loud volume occurs.

Convenient Power Sources
The F1 can be powered using two AAA batteries (included) or with the optional AD-17 power adapter.

USB Connectivity
Transfer recordings to your computer in card reader mode or record directly to your computer using the F1 in USB audio interface mode.

Record in Multiple Audio Formats
The F1 records audio in WAV or MP3 formats. WAV files are automatically time-stamped, making them Broadcast Wave Format (BWF) compliant.

Zoom F1-SP

Zoom F1-SP Features

  • Two-channel Audio Recorder
  • Compatible with Zoom Microphone Capsules
  • Supports up to 24-bit/96 kHz audio in BWF-compliant WAV or a Variety of MP3 Formats
  • One-touch Button Controls
  • 1.25" Monochrome LCD Display
  • Rec Hold Function to Avoid Accidental Operation of Buttons
  • Stereo 1/8" Mic/Line In mini phone jack with Plug-in power (2.5V)
  • Stereo 1/8" Phone/Line Output jack with dedicated volume control
  • Built in Limiter and Auto Level Control to Avoid Clipping
  • Pre-Record Function
  • Tone Generator for Calibrating Audio Levels Between the F1 and a DSLR Or Video Camera Without the Need for an Attenuator Cable
  • Sound Marker Function that Outputs Quick Tone to Make Syncing Audio and Video Easy
  • Records Directly to Micro SD And SDHC Cards Up to 32 GB
  • Micro USB Port For Data Exchange to and from Computer and Use as an Audio Interface with Computer or Ios Device
  • Runs on Only 2 Standard AAA Alkaline, Lithium, or Nimh Rechargeable Batteries, or AC Adapter (ad-17)
  • Up to 10 hours of Operation with Alkaline Batteries (when Using Lavalier)

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Key Features

  • Capture pristine audio with this portable field recorder, perfect for interviews & sound effects.
  • Achieve crystal-clear sound quality using the included shotgun microphone for focused audio capture.
  • Enjoy extended recording sessions with the Zoom F1's impressive battery life for on-the-go use.
  • Easily connect to DSLRs with the included stereo mini cable, enhancing your video audio quality.
  • Compact & lightweight design makes this digital recorder ideal for filmmakers and content creators.
  • Utilize the shock mount to minimize handling noise, ensuring clean audio in any recording environment.

What's in the box:

  • Zoom F1 Field Recorder
  • SGH-6 Shotgun Microphone
  • WSS-6 Windscreen
  • SMC-1 Stereo Mini Cable for DSLR
  • SMF-1 Shock Mount
  • Quick Guide
  • (2AAA Batteries Not Included)
  • Zoom 1 Year Limited Warranty