Panasonic DMS1E Microphone

The DMW -DMS1 comes with a newly developed large-diameter 10 mm microphone array, built under strict quality control to reduce variation between mic elements and deliver clear, consistent audio with strong directionality. To help keep recordings usable in real-world situations, the DMW-DMS1 also reduces handling vibration through an internal shock-mount “floating” structure and includes a large windscreen for clearer outdoor audio.

For maximum flexibility, newly developed beamforming technology enables six directional modes, so you can adapt quickly to different scenes. Choose natural pickup with some ambience, stronger forward presence, a wider sense of space, tighter rejection for noisy/reverberant environments, rear-focused pickup for narration, or front-and-rear pickup for interactive interviews.

When the sound matters most, reliable recording features help protect your take. The microphone supports 32-bit float recording using dual A/D converters for an extended dynamic range, and it is designed to handle sound pressure levels exceeding 120 dB to help suppress distortion in loud environments such as live venues. A backup recording mode can also use channels 3 and 4 as safety tracks when recording in 4-channel mode.

Despite its capability, the DMW-DMS1 stays highly portable: roughly 73.7 × 45 × 63.7 mm and approx. 100 g. Operation is handled through physical switches and clearly arranged directional mode buttons, with button-light brightness adjustable in three levels from the camera. A dedicated pouch is included and designed to fit the mic even with the windscreen attached.

Key Features

Large-diameter 10 mm microphone array for high-precision sound capture
Six directional modes enabled by beamforming technology
Internal shock-mount mechanism with a floating structure to reduce vibration noise
Included a large windscreen and a wind-noise reduction system designed to suppress wind without compressing the intended sound
32-bit float recording with dual A/D converters and high-SPL design (over 120 dB)
Backup recording mode using CH3/CH4 as safety tracks in 4-channel recording
Cable-free hot shoe connection for power supply and digital audio input
Pocket-sized design: approx. 73.7 × 45 × 63.7 mm, approx. 100 g
Physical controls plus adjustable button-light brightness (3 levels)
Dedicated pouch fits the microphone even with the windscreen attached

What's in the box

Digital Shotgun Microphone DMW-DMS1
Large windscreen/windjammer
Dedicated pouch