When comparing Nikon ME-W1 Wireless Microphone Set vs Saramonic SR-WM4C, the Slant community recommends Nikon ME-W1 Wireless Microphone Set for most people. In the question“What are the best bluetooth microphones (excluding headsets) for mobile devices?” Nikon ME-W1 Wireless Microphone Set is ranked 6th while Saramonic SR-WM4C is ranked 10th. The most important reason people chose Nikon ME-W1 Wireless Microphone Set is:
Not actually waterproof, but somewhat water resistant. The rating is IPX5.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Water resistant
Not actually waterproof, but somewhat water resistant. The rating is IPX5.
Pro External microphone can be used
This makes it possible to use a higher quality lavalier microphone or even a stereo microphone such as the suggested separate purchase of the ME-1 microphone from the same brand Nikon.
Pro Transmitter and reciever can record separate tracks
You can record just the audio from the transmitter or you can record audio from both transmitter and reciever units eg the guest and the interviewer.
Pro 5 hours battery life
Pro Range around 200 feet or 60 meters
Best range for the money.
Pro No radio license required to use
This product operates on the 203-216 MHz frequencies.
Pro Bulky
Cons
Con Expensive
Con Hiss/noise issues
Users report noise issues that sound like a constant hiss of a fan blowing in the background.
Con More distance beyond recommended range introduces more noise
Noise becomes an issue the further the transceiver gets from the receiver past the recommended range or with obstructions and radio interference.
Con Quality and durability issues
22% of customers rated it 1 star due to quality/durability issues.
Con Only 4 radio frequencies to choose from
This means if you are in a radio congested area, you may not get a clean signal. Other radio users and their audio sources may cut into your recording/live broadcasting etc. Only 4 channels might mean you can't operate.