DJI Mic Mini vs Mic 2: Which Should You Buy?

[@ThinkMediaTV]

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[@nickdual]

mini better with noise cancellation.

[@BlackapinoTheTechGuy]

*I have the Mic 2 And Thinking of getting the Lark M2 also*

[@Chase-ing_Golf]

@@ThinkMediaTV I already have the DJI mic 2 and love it. Probably going to get the mini as well mainly for the fact I feel it would be a better fit size wise for my four year-old son when we are out on the course or the driving range sometimes the mic 2 is just too big for him to wear and gets tangled up or in his way when golfing.

[@MountRudra9vlogs]

can we use dji mic mini2 For Gopro Hero 12 or 13 action cameras

[@Chase-ing_Golf]

@@MountRudra9vlogs I do know that it’ll work directly with all DJI action cameras, or any other DJI camera, including the drones. It does come with a USB-C adapter, so you should be able to plug it into a GoPro. Now, whether or not GoPro will allow it to sync with it. That is another story. I don’t use GoPro because GoPro has GoPro problems. DJI is just more reliable to me

[@mikezupancic2182]

Ive recorded like 8tb of 4k content this year. I've literally never needed the backup recording. The mini is such a great choice and is working great.

[@trambolhao]

It is very very helpful if you use the mic very far away from the receiver (or with obstacles on between). I use it all the time when recording my children stageplays... I sneak the mic somewhere near the stage and then Record from afar. That alone is a reason for me not to buy the mini. Every usecase is different...

[@Ja-wohl]

@@trambolhao On the internal memory? Mini has a recording distance of 400 meters. What's the problem with writing then?

[@brucebass9672]

May I ask, can you use the mic mini for voice overs or is it better you do that with the mic2?

[@twn2rbo]

I just sold my DJI Mic 1 setup and went with the Mic Mini. They sound fantastic and they are much smaller. The 1 and 2 transmitter mics always made my t shirt collar sag, drove me crazy. I never once needed to record audio or mess with anything in post, they sound 10x better than an iPhone or Pocket 3 in camera mic. Save your money and go with the mini

[@HikingwithRouletteRun]

For many of the reasons you mentioned, I went with the Mic Mini. I love the size and weight of it, and as somebody who intends to be doing a lot of walking with it, that's important. I can tell you, the Mic Mini is quite a step up from my Rode Wireless Go where I really hated the weight of the transmitter on my shirt and purchased a battery powered lav mic to pair with the transmitter. The problems being occasionally, I would forget to either turn the lav mic's power on when recording, or forget to turn the power off and run the battery down. This required me to always have a supply of coin batteries on hand. I only got the Mic Mini earlier this week and have only had the chance to use it in the last clip of one video and a couple of test videos, but so far, I'm very happy with the results to this point.

[@NaseemBukhari]

Thank you for your Feedback

[@FenTour]

Mike 2 sounds much better, however the price difference is substantial!

[@CharlonClarke]

agree! which one would you purchase?

[@FenTour]

@ I have a Mike 2 with my Pocket 3, so could not really compromise despite the cost.

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Agreed!

[@Pompnumber]

This noice test was inconclusive because he didnt use the second level Noise Cancellation. He only used the one level and there are two.

[@Xboxers]

it's worth the money if you ask me

[@Chase-ing_Golf]

3:07 golf channels, such as mine. If we need to walk away from the camera or have the cameraman at a distance, this feature really helps.

[@zakstone9821]

I’m here for this. I’m shooting some guys golfing next month and want to have them mic’d. When I saw the range of the mini had me sold right from that. Glad I saw your comment.

[@Chase-ing_Golf]

@ Not to mention how small and light it is. It really makes it unobtrusive.

[@coreypfeiffer6322]

I was shocked when you said “Now we are going to turn on noise cancellation” - I thought it was already on 💀😂

[@80H_d]

turn up the volume so much it hurts

[@Tanner_Teves]

I used to have the Mic 2, was a little too big and bulky for me to wear and maybe I had the old firmware but it sounded really muffled. I now have the mic mini and it’s perfect for me. Sounds great, super small, and pretty good for the money!

[@cryogo-ov2lb]

I also switched to Mic mini and no regrets. Form factor of the Mic mini is FTW

[@PaulsMedia2024]

The onboard recording of the Mic 2, is useful NOT just for "backup", but can be used without any camera just to do an audio oral history interview. That is gold!

[@LouDez]

Got the mic 2 with the osmo pocket 3 combo. I like watching your videos and seeing how they’re edited. You guys are great

[@haaark]

Absolutely insane production quality. 👏👏

[@elyajvlogs]

Mic 2 sounds a lot better but the convenience of the mini is awesome. I have the Mic 2 and it's a bit heavy tugging on my shirts. Hopefully DJI can improve on the Mini some more later on. Awesome review, thank you!

[@scottbenson8105]

I just bought the Dji mic mini for my Dji osmo action 5 pro and love them both.

[@AnandaGc-l4m]

Hey how you going with thos. I am exactly willing to buy those ones

[@scottbenson8105]

@@AnandaGc-l4m they work great together and the mini mic will work great with any other Dji products that’s one of the reasons why I picked Dji because they have everything mics and cameras and they are both great. And the 2 big difference between the mini mic and the Dji mic 2 is the 2 has on board recording and the mini doesn’t and the mini mic has about twice the battery life

[@benflee]

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[@richarddeocio]

This!

[@cestrada2185]

YES!

[@benflee]

@@richarddeocio huh?

[@richarddeocio]

@@benfleebasically saying yes! 🙌🏽

[@oniijun]

I really like most of the features on the Mini. But the decidinFrom the video, I really like most of the features on the Mini. But the deciding factor for me is the sound quality-it’s quite a big difference. That’s why I’m leaning towards getting the Mic 2.g factor for me is the sound quality-it’s quite a big difference. That’s why I went with the Mic 2.

[@999slawter]

Thanbk you so much for this great comparison!

[@CHEFPKR]

One issue I have had with the DJI Mic 2 is audio interference with either the Sony mount or other gear in my set up. I basically have to use on board recording.

[@Jaredstthomas]

Got the mic mini, just waiting for the lightning adapter to come in

[@EUCvibes]

Upgrade your phone!

[@Jaredstthomas]

@ planning on getting the 16 pro once I’m not dead broke 😭

[@richarddeocio]

@@Jaredstthomas just upgraded my phone...and still need a lighting adapter.

[@DBNews91]

😂 Same here lol I’m using now on my iPad the sound is super great to be honest there no difference between the 2

[@Jaredstthomas]

Update, bought the 14 pro cause it was dirt cheap 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@sergii_real_estate]

Badass video, you guys killing it!!

[@LancsLassLovingLife]

With the 2 wind covers on the indoor test they sounded closer but without the Mic2 was clearer.😊

[@waraich_k]

Both are good

[@brotherfredrickbeats]

DJI mini sounds great, the audio is clean. While the DJI mic 2 when you turn on the noise cancellation button it sounds as if someone is holding your nose while you are talking.

[@brucebass9672]

I agree the mic2 sounds more like a tunnel/echo etc

[@darienandjoanna]

Getting the Mic mini! Cant wait

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Woohoo! Hope you enjoy it!

[@jeepguylv80]

I just ordered the Osmo pocket 3 bundle that comes with the DJI mic 2, after watching your last review of the mini and now this follow up, I am going to order the mini, I think the sound quality of the mini for me anyway is a softer more natural tone, also I love the battery life, I want to start making content and I find myself stumbling and restarting all the time and not having to worry about turning the mic off to save battery is a big deal for me, more time to focus on what I want to say, also the size is great, the smaller the better, I do wish it had a jack for an external mic, other than that, at this price point it's a no brainer.

[@tomoprime217]

I was thinking of getting the pocket 4 creator combo too. Can you use both different mics without receivers at the same time? In regards to buying a Mic Mini without the charging case, to use the Mic 2 with the Mini for 2 people? If not I might just get the Mic Mini without the OP creator combo. Cheers

[@jeepguylv80]

@tomoprime217 i would think so, mine should be arriving in the next few days, I will have to try it and let you know

[@raulgolfs]

That mic2 will be perfect for my Golf Vlogs.

[@SuzoSenpai]

I wish y’all would’ve expanded on the audio limiter function but nonetheless, great video!

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Thanks for the feedback! I figured you can get a sense of it it works in the audio tests, both handle volume similarly!

[@SuzoSenpai]

@ definitely! But the smaller details like if it can be activated through the buttons on the mic, memo app, receiver, or DJI device. I don’t think the DJI Mic 2 has a clipping option available like the Mini does. I haven’t seen or heard of it considering it has 32bit float but that requires editing on the event of clipping which isn’t ideal if you want clip-free audio baked straight into the video. The Rode wireless pro mics have an auto gain option and record 32bit float internally, I thought the DJI Mic 2 would do the same based off of what was said in this video.

[@seanchen9265]

Still happy with my mic2

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Great mic!

[@jeremylovechild]

if you are trying to save money just get a used dji mic 1 over the mini. still a great mic just seems forgotten about since the 2 came out

[@IamJay]

I already have a Mic 2 Tx only but when I heard about this Mic Mini I ordered the Tx only too. Now I got both Mic 2 and Mic Mini

[@dianabunea1662]

And which one do you prefer?

[@Samlol23_drrich]

Nice video. The lack of a 3.5mm in the mini is the deal breaker for me.

[@MovingtoOhio]

Would you recommend the DJI Mic Mini or Mic 2 for KZbin talking head videos ? Why or why not ? Thank you for making this video.

[@armaans2496]

The mini

[@vezpolo]

After watching this video when it came out, I added these to my wish list. Got'em. So far so good, the sound of the ministry is very nice. I hope the link from your page was used when they bought them. But I wanted to say, of all the videos I watched on the minis and new rodes that came out, this sold me. I thought backup recording would be an issue, but in all honesty I doubt I would have turned on back up anyways, I never do on my dlz creator, lol.

[@chrismullin8304]

Some criticism, the affiliate button on the bottom left of the screen prevents me from rewinding the video. It’s a hard no go for me as it blocks the last remaining space on screen when watching on my phone.

[@pureheartvisuals]

Whoa… the Mic 2 sound quality. I know price is a lot of people’s concern but I will have to grab the Mic 2 for quality, internal recording & 32-Bit Float.

[@LonestarCivilian]

Great video, thanks for sharing 🤠

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Does mini work with the GoPro10Hero?

[@gokhantelci]

Mini clearly has more natural sound.

[@damianhbk1]

How does the mic mini receiver work with a phone and gimbal set up? That receiver seems a little on the bulky side compared to others on the market. Great review, thank you!🙏

[@ubuyadronellc361]

Just use the cable like you would any other mic into a phone. I think they were trying to make it convenient to hook up without extra cables. But not sure why you couldn't just plug a traditional cable in. It's not like the phone or the rx will know that there isn't an adapter.

[@JuliaRanaM]

Such a helpful video thank you

[@paulEwheels]

I’m getting the mic2.

[@imaSuperDad]

I'll go for mic2 IF I got the cash. It do sound pretty better than the mini ones. But that's the price range difference as well as the quality difference. Thanks man

[@LinaSemina]

I was absolutely disappointed when I discover that Dji mic mini exists😮 I've bought Dji mic 2 two months ago and I've enjoyed it using with Dji Osmo camera, but I have the white mic which I've bought separately (I needed this actual color). So now I've discovered this DJI mini version, and if I knew, I'll better buy this one. But also I've found that my fintess KZbin collegues use Hollyland Lark 2 and this is a game changer! And it crashed the "mini" form of DJI mini completely! (and yes, I need it then!))

[@208localsurvivor]

Can you use the mic mini with an iPhone lightning adapter?! I appreciate your video , it is really helpful !

[@enetkid]

For starters (due to the price difference and learning curve/experimentation etc) Mic Mini and for advanced users Mic 2.

[@SuT4G4Racing]

Good video, I have a question regarding which of the 2 microphones to choose. My idea is to use it in a motovlog. Together with a DJI camera (this way I save cables and losing watertightness) I thought it was better to use the DJI Mic 2 because it could have internal 32-bit recording and be able to use a lavalier microphone. But now because of the size I don't know which one would be better. Thank you very much and keep it up.

[@striff]

I think you missed a key point. I've got the Mic 2, but thinking of selling for the Mic Mini for the size. Main reason is to record in stereo and better quality than the DJI Osmo Action 5. But from another reviewer, I saw mentioned the Mic Mini when connected to your phone via Blue Tooth, the quality drops right off. (not using the DJI receiver) ""Premium Sound Quality (when the transmitters connect to other action cameras/mobile phones via Bluetooth, the sampling rate is only 16kHz, while the Bluetooth connection with Osmo Pocket /Osmo Action supports 48kHz)"

[@RobTVFilCanLife]

Can it work on a gopro 12 or gopro 13? The mic mini?

[@gregvgolf]

im wondering if it will connect to gopro also

[@lvc394]

Mic 2 is better without the muff. The Mic Mini sounds better with the muff.

[@MaxLaingDMP]

Great video - however, the DJI mics can actually be up to 800ft away from the receiver - not 200 - which only makes them even more amazing! Thank You for covering the receiver out to XLR converter.

[@SashaEarnheartGold]

Did you turn off the low cut filter on both? They sound much better with it turned off. Strangely, the low-cut filter is turned on by default.

[@trevorwild195]

I wonder with a little tweak, can the mic mini sound 'deeper'?

[@CharlonClarke]

Thanks for the breakdown! I'm still using my rode mics for the time being!

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Happy to help! Great choice as well!

[@nicholaslu4069]

I’ve got the mic mini and mic 2 (that came with the pocket 3). I got the mini because I do bike vlogging (on another channel) on my action 4 and don’t enjoy having the mic 2 attached cuz it does feel like noticeable weight. I’m just speaking so it sounds good enough to me. Cannot discern much of a difference but I’m not too concerned with sound quality as long as it’s not terrible.

[@Liberty76]

Bought the mic 2 about 2 months ago but haven’t used it yet. May have to get the mini just because.

[@amitchhikara5461]

Which camera did you use to record this video? I really like picture quality very sharp neat and clean

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Sony A7siii!

[@palmcrazysg]

but is the mini suitable for interviews when using 2 mics? I heard it is only MONO and not stereo. ... would that matter?

[@aledskaMTB]

correct me if I'm wrong, but I'm pretty sure you can make a mono audio file stereo in post production.

[@jcarh]

For musicians wanting to do reels, song release alt acoustic sets or singles video, getting a small setup is $$$$ for some of the products marketed to us. The DJI Mini setup raised my eyebrows because I can get stereo audio from this setup and can clip the mics to my person. Are there any musicians who have used this setup out there?

[@Joinfluence]

hey would it work on a stand holder ?

[@Mike-qw6wt]

Hi - Does the mini mic have 32 bit float recording at all? - I appreciate that it doesn’t have onboard recording.

[@raymonddelacruz9776]

Mic 2 is 32 bit . . Mini is 24 bit

[@gregvgolf]

will this connect to a gopro 7?

[@vishwanath-ts]

Yes

[@2_Pedals]

For really high wind environments which mic system would you recommend?

[@Fleant]

What is the best option for engine and exhaust car recording ? 32bits on the mic 2 are really the must have or -12db on the mini can manage high spl sound ? Thanks you so much for your help !

[@SendiBadi9992]

Does it connect to Dji AC 1?

[@evareikilife]

Can reciever and transmitter both connected to iphone by bluetooth?

[@KC-RallyPlanes]

Can someone help me. Thinking of buying the mic mini. I do airport live streams and motorsport events where the sound of the airplanes/cars is really important to the viewers. I wonder what the mic mini is like with high noise levels? ie, Plane engine at takeoff power or a rally car passing by with loud engine noise.

[@odikvillarroel5404]

When do you think will the DJI mic mini cold shoe for insta 360 x4 be available? Thanks

[@roberthasslocher7086]

Does the Mic Mini Receiver allow you to output the live audio? Can it connect to a PA speaker for live sound?

[@MarkCari]

Yes! I tried it

[@truthhurts7529]

Thanks for the video, I’d like to know why with my mike 2… how come it sounds like I’m in a hollow room? I can record 2 videos back to back and one will sound like I’m in a hollow room and the other will sounds perfectly normal

[@OceanReact]

Can dji mic mini lighting/ type c connector can be connected to mic 2? Mine is broken

[@SevenGER_GT7]

I have a question: Can I connect a Mic 2 and a Mic Mini at the same time to a Osmo Action 5 Pro?

[@benflee]

And the bestmic handles for different purposes, I can't find any video on youtube 😢 😫

[@winfeb]

Hey, have you tried pairing with a GoPro specifically with the GoPro 11? If yes, Does it need to be with the audio cable or can we use the type C port to connect it?

[@danhueandre7179]

Can a mic mini mic work with the mic 2 receiver

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Answered at 11:35 !

[@danhueandre7179]

@ saw it after I ask the question lol thank!

[@ByMatthewPorter]

The Mini looks great, but the onboard recording on the DJI Mic version 1 has saved me from losing entire projects. i wouldn’t want to give that up.

[@AJCMDesign]

Mic Mini 2 🔥

[@ty-k6708]

I really like the idea, but I think DJI messed up. They should have made it so these transmitters were compatible with the Mic 2s system so Sony users can continue using their wireless options instead of having to buy into an entirely new system just to get a smaller transmitter.

[@makramcherif5928]

Can I use them to give a yoga or fitness workout online and live?

[@ThinkMediaTV]

yep!

[@AgentMoler]

the mic 2 sounds a lot more compressed to my ears, i am listening to this on a pair of studio monitors.

[@schoeferfilm]

I bought last week the mic 2 but didn’t had time to test it 😂

[@InspiredByKareem]

Hey guys. Would you recommend the mic mini for conducting 5 min interviews? May be a silly question, but you can use both mics at once, correct?

[@jacobkan6034]

What is the purpose of using receiver if it can be used with phone Bluetooth exceptwhen you want to use 2 mics?

[@ThinkMediaTV]

They can be used over Bluetooth, but I found the audio quality to be quite poor. It sounds much better when the receiver is connected. It would be a fantastic feature if implemented properly!

[@Branchtokio]

Can I connect mic mini to go pro 11?

[@hafezmozafari]

I was ready to buy until you said no backup recording ☹

[@subtle.adventures]

im looking for a mount for x3 and dji mic mini

[@Casey_Atkinson]

If I am exclusively filming on iPhone, can I just pair the mini with bluetooth? Is there any point of getting the receiver. Was just wondering if you can buy and use the mic by itself.

[@LucasScott-c8v]

Yes the mini transmitter can be connected directly to phones/cameras via bluetooth, I tried this yesterday on my iPhone, going to try today with it connected directly to my insta360. What I'm wondering is if the sound quality differs at all by using the receiver. Need to test that still.

[@Casey_Atkinson]

@@LucasScott-c8v thanks!

[@Edgeofdavid]

I prefer the mic mini audio.

[@dream_chaser7569]

Mic 2 is better because of the compatibility it works with other equipment

[@gallowaylights]

What happens if you are trying to record a wind or thunderstorm? Maybe I wanna hear the zoo animals when you make a video.

[@CharlonClarke]

good question, but you could always add the animal sounds in the video

[@ThinkMediaTV]

You can use the wind muffs to help with that!

[@gallowaylights]

@CharlonClarke * Ha ha... With some of this technology, we lose creativity.🤒

[@JmoneyCrypto]

would anyone say these are worth the upgrade from the dji mic? The noice cancelation is somthing i really like.

[@gustavovj]

Can I connect to minis to a single action 5 pro without the receiver?

[@scottbenson8105]

Yes you can, I bought just a single mini mic to use with my osmo action 5 pro and it works perfectly and very easy to set up

[@Ftravelers]

Why when I recorded on mono I only have audio on one side with the mic mini. ?

[@scottbenson8105]

Because it’s not recording for stereo

[@LetMeTellUSomething...]

Was going to buy this today But dont think either are compatible for DJI ACTION 3 😢

[@christianreberotwahirwa2666]

It supports action 4 and 5 but not 3

[@sinemdilanguruplar]

I bought the Dji mic 1 yesterday and after I found out that the mini is better because of noise cancellation :( ? I am just thinking about to give the Mic 1 back and take the mini. There is no noise cancellation with the Mic 1 right?

[@fullturbo1984]

mic 2 sounds better like it has a better preamp but is it really 180 better?

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Good point!

[@fullturbo1984]

@@ThinkMediaTV im buying the mini

[@antoniocolcol]

Is the mini compatible for 15 promax? Or will work?

[@Sothus2]

The Transmitter cost $60 for the mini and can work with only bluetooth all though i heard most mics including DJI sound worse without the receiver that plugs into the camera, but i pretty sure it works with all iphones, android, and action cameras

[@MexicoAdventurer]

The sound of the mic2 is better than the mini. Except... when you put the dead cat on both of them, they're just about the same.

[@hectoritocars9976]

Can the DJI mini Connect to a GoPro 13 just like the DJI mic 2 via Bluetooth since both have Bluetooth ?

[@tanner.quintero]

DJI Mini is compatible with the Sony Shoe wireless adapter ?

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Answered at 10:04 !

[@thierry-q4r]

I prefer mic mini because of price and sound

[@nelsonngu]

I will share my POV here just in case someone is on the same channel as me. I have got the Pocket 3 Combo that comes with 1 transmitter of DJI Mic 2. I debate for a long time should I get DJI Mic Mini so that I can use the receiver to plug on my Pocket 3 and have 2 transmitters instead. More over, I can use it on my camera (A7IV) or even my iPhone 16 Pro. However, I slowly realised, it would be a hassle to fumble with the connection although you may think it's just plug and play, what's so troublesome about right? I use Pocket 3 extensively now, and to plug the transmitter at the back of the USB port while holding it, it's such a pain in the a**. If I connect it to my iPhone just to record the audio, might as well, I get a Lexar SSD + Hub to record ProRes on my iPhone right? It's also a no brainer, if I connect to A7IV and record just audio, might as well I record videos from my A7IV too? Need not mention, no 32bit float, no internal recording, no 3.5mm for lav mic. I think I am just better off get another DJI Mic 2 transmitter to pair with Pocket 3 instead so I have 2 transmitters auto connect to my Pocket 3 as soon as I turn on. They sounds wayyyyy better too. Just my 2 cents.