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- Capture fine vocal detail with High-Resolution Audio at up to 96 kHz/24bit.
- Use 48 kHz/32bit float to preserve quiet voices, sudden peaks and natural nuance for editing.
- Record 32bit float audio directly in a compatible camera’s video file, reducing separate file management and sync work.
Features
The wireless mic for creators shooting with Sony
The ECM-W5 is a wireless microphone capable of High-Resolution Audio recording, with excellent compatibility for video production with Sony cameras and suited to many types of video production. The professional-grade 32bit float recording1 and other high-quality audio capture features, plus stable connectivity up to 500 m (line of sight),2 let you record stress-free, without concern about making mistakes. It also connects directly to smartphones and PCs for easy, high-quality recording, making it an evolved all-in-one wireless microphone package.
The wireless mic for creators shooting with Sony
The ECM-W5 is a wireless microphone capable of High-Resolution Audio recording, with excellent compatibility for video production with Sony cameras and suited to many types of video production. The professional-grade 32bit float recording1 and other high-quality audio capture features, plus stable connectivity up to 500 m (line of sight),2 let you record stress-free, without concern about making mistakes. It also connects directly to smartphones and PCs for easy, high-quality recording, making it an evolved all-in-one wireless microphone package.
Wireless digital recording
Clear, high-quality recording with efficient setup
Everything needed is included in the all-in-one package: two microphone/transmitters (TX), one receiver (RX), charging case, and more. Opening the case automatically powers on the receiver to standby. Simply remove the receiver and microphones from the case, they are both powered on and ready to use. Connect cable-free to the Multi Interface (MI) Shoe™ on a compatible camera1 to record up to four channels of professional-grade digital audio wirelessly in-camera at sampling rates up to 96 kHz/24bit or 48 kHz/32bit float3.
Video and 32bit float audio. One workflow
As a genuine Sony accessory, the ECM-W5 achieves simply reliable digital audio capture. Audio recorded in 32bit float is transmitted wirelessly to a compatible Sony camera1 and recorded directly as an audio track within the video file. There’s no need to record and manage audio as a separate file or perform sync work after shooting, providing an efficient workflow in which video and audio are handled together in editing.
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32bit float recording for worry-free audio recording
Capture great sound on set without needing to worry about recording levels, thanks to the freedom that 32bit float recording1 provides. You’re freed from constantly chasing quiet voices or sudden loud sounds with gain control adjustments during recording, and can bring out the full detail and nuance naturally at the editing stage.
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Backup recording to safeguard every audio source
Supports onboard recording to the microphone’s built-in storage and simultaneous WAV file recording in-camera on compatible models.4 A 32bit float audio source can be kept separately from the video file, providing peace of mind against risks such as wireless issues. Audio-only editing is also supported, giving you greater flexibility in post-production.
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- When attached to the Multi Interface (MI) Shoe of a compatible Sony camera with digital audio interface support. See the support page opens in a new window (https://www.sony.net/dics/ecmw5/) for details of compatibility with Sony cameras.
- Approximate distance when the microphone is visible from the receiver. Actual range varies depending on obstacles such as metal or people, reflective surfaces, and signal conditions.
- 32bit float recording is available only at 48 kHz.
- See the support page opens in a new window (https://www.sony.net/dics/ecmw5/) for details of compatibility with Sony cameras. See the help guide for each camera model for details of WAV files.
- See the support page opens in a new window (https://www.sony.net/di/TWS/) for details of compatibility with Sony‘s LE Audio headphones.
- When the connected device supports USB Audio Class 2.0. Also supports 32bit float recording.
- See the support page opens in a new window (https://www.sony.net/di/TWS/) for details of compatibility with Sony‘s headphones.
- See the support page opens in a new window (https://www.sony.net/dics/ecmw5/) for details of compatibility with Sony cameras.
- As of October 2026, the FX5 is the only camera that supports [USB SYNC] (timecode synchronisation). See the help guide for details on timecode settings.
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- Actual performance varies based on settings, environmental conditions, storage, and usage.
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What is included in the Sony ECM-W5 Wireless Microphone Kit?
The ECM-W5 kit includes two microphones/transmitters, one receiver, a charging case, a shoe adapter, windscreens, and accessories. It is designed primarily for Sony cameras with a Multi Interface Shoe.
Is the ECM-W5 a good choice for shooting professional interviews?
Yes. Its two wireless transmitters make it well-suited to two-person interviews, and features like 32bit float recording and onboard backup recording help protect dialogue against clipping or connection issues.
What audio quality does the ECM-W5 record?
The ECM-W5 captures High-Resolution Audio at up to 96 kHz/24bit for fine vocal detail. It also supports 48 kHz/32bit float to preserve quiet voices, sudden peaks and natural nuance for editing, as 32bit float recording is available only at 48 kHz.
Can the ECM-W5 record audio directly into my Sony camera's video file?
Yes. When attached to the Multi Interface (MI) Shoe of a compatible Sony camera with digital audio interface support, it can record 32bit float audio directly in the video file, reducing separate file management and sync work. See Sony's support page for camera compatibility details.
What is the wireless range of the ECM-W5?
The ECM-W5 offers a wireless range of up to 500 m / 1,600 ft when the microphone is visible from the receiver. Actual range varies depending on obstacles such as metal or people, reflective surfaces, and signal conditions.
Does the ECM-W5 have backup recording?
Yes. Each transmitter has 64 GB of internal storage for backup recording, supporting up to about 90 hours at 48 kHz/32bit float.
Can I connect a lavalier or external microphone to the ECM-W5?
Yes. Both transmitters and the receiver have 3.5 mm microphone inputs for lavalier or other external microphones.
How can I monitor audio while recording with the ECM-W5?
The ECM-W5 supports wireless monitoring through compatible Sony Bluetooth LE Audio headphones. See Sony's support page for details on headphone compatibility.
How long does the ECM-W5 battery last?
Battery life is up to 11 hours when using the transmitters with the charging case, while standalone microphone and receiver operation is rated at up to 7 hours. Actual performance varies based on settings, environmental conditions, storage, and usage.
How much does the Sony ECM-W5 Wireless Microphone Kit cost?
MSRP is listed as $399.99. Given that, these models can go on sale from time to time, and there are several other opportunities to save on price like through their group discounts for education, healthcare and military/veterans (ID.me & Unidays) along with their free loyalty program that gives up to 5% back in points.
*FAQ generated on 10/22/2026. Financing, pricing and promotions may no longer apply.