DJI Mic 2 Review vs Rode Wireless Pro - Only One is Best

The DJI Mic 2 has some nice new features including internal 32-bit recording and bluetooth connectivity. But there are some significant shortcomings with these mics - most importantly, the sound quality compared to the competition. The video includes audio samples of all features and comparison to the Rode Wireless Pro!

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00:00 Introduction
01:07 Purchase Options
02:39 Features - Outdoor Wireless Samples
05:40 Noise Reduction & High Pass Filter
07:21 32 Bit Float Demo
08:13 Lavalier Mic Sample
09:06 Other Specs & Details
10:43 Comparisons - Wireless Pro & DJI Mic1
12:23 Pros & Cons vs Wireless Pro
18:02 Conclusion

[semiprotech]

So now the sound quality of the Tx mic is no longer a big downside. I still stand by the other reasons I mentioned in this video as to why I think the Rode Wireless Pro is a better choice overall, but the firmware update is a nice improvement for any Mic 2 owners!

[evrimagaci]

DJI sounds pretty good to me, especially in internal audio, though Rode is slightly better in audio (but much worse in usability, design, and settings). But why is there a hiss in the audio background during the indoor shooting with 2.4 GHz? Is that from the mic, the surroundings, or a problem with the settings?

[patrickmckeethen]

Other reviewers have turned off a filter that is on by default on the DJI mic and found the sound between DJI and Rode to be equal.

[GavinskisTutorials]

The Rode sounds much better, deeper, richer sound

[alexwade]

Top tip - A small piece of neatly trimmed black electrical insulation tape will fix the ‘branding’ on pretty much any item of photographic equipment.

[darylsummer]

The most unbiased review I've seen regarding these kits because he purchased them with his own money. Once you've heard the difference between the Rode and the mic2 on your own system or headphones, you will want the Rode

[voidboi]

Even the DJI1 sounded fuller to me. Rode is definitely on top.

[Sir-Kay]

Just got the Rode, uploading a review soon.

[Bellaaaaa]

From 10:43, I can definitely hear the difference in sound between the DJI Mic 1 and Mic 2. The Mic 2 sounds more natural and comfortable, but I find it difficult to distinguish between the DJI Mic 2 and the Rode Wireless Pro in terms of audio quality. After hearing them more times, perhaps I perfer the DJI Mic 2. As you mentioned, sound preferences are subjective.

[mmc]

YouTubers never mention that you can use iPhone and iPads to change settings on the rode and not just a computer

[semiprotech]

Hi all, I just wanted to comment here that I have installed the January 31, 2024 firmware update from DJI and tested out the internal recording and the wireless bluetooth to my iPhone again and I do not hear any significant improvement or difference in the audio quality vs. the samples in this video. The built-in mic still sounds muddy to me and the bluetooth sound quality when not connected to a DJI device is still below average. Perhaps the firmware improved the stability of the wireless transmission, but didn't seem to change the sound for the better.

[halimrahman]

I sold the RØDE Wireless GO II because I dislike the on/off button. Takes some time to look for it when the muffler is attached and then it takes some time to power on/off. Then I got myself DJI Mic 2 because of the auto-record functionality, which I rely upon the most. It really helps especially when dealing with interviewees who don't know how to turn on a wireless mic.

The DJI cable connector for the receiver to the camera is quite stiff! So, I got myself a soft RØDE cable to replace it 🙂

[davidlevine]

Why would you not connect a lavalier mic to both of these, since that's what will give you the best audio quality? If you did that with both DJI and Rode, and assuming you used the same lavalier on both, the audio quality should be nearly identical, right? Other than minor differences, you'd mainly be comparing bluetooth & noise reduction vs extra recording time & data over USB. I have this nanotech black paint called Musou Black (google that) and I paint it over logos like what DJI has on the front so that issue would literally disappear. Which would you prefer assuming you were using the same lavalier or even a shotgun?

[momendo]

Anyone notice the bug on his shoulder?

[Stone]

Great vid, thanks for your thoughts. FYI and anyone interested, the bluetooth works great with the insta 360 Ace pro without the receiver or with pugged in!! And on both, you gotta get the gain stack right, those dslr preamps will crack you up otherwise. Oh and the rode video mic pro, v1, now 6 year in my kit, works great wirelessly with the transmitter connected, those 9V’s seem to preamp spot on for this setup. I boom and handhold, about 50m radius with the odd body drifting between, never a problem. But at the end of the day, are they really intended for pro use, i’m not so sure. Thanks. 👍

[Carl-Camera]

Rode is clearly better, thank you for not being a shill for cheaply built junk, subbed 👌

[ikramamuhamamd]

I totally agree with you. The dji mic is just a toy to sell on social media hiding its main purpose of sound quality. Hope to see updated version from rode soon

[earnheartgold]

If you were only using these for recording videos on an iPhone for YouTube, which one would you choose? The direct-to-phone connection of the dji without a cord seems like a strong advantage. If you aren't using a phone clamp with a cold shoe mount, I guess you could connect the Rode receiver to the back of the iPhone via the MagSafe connection?

[shootthechit]

The DJI branding was bolder than the Rode? lol

[rafaelguetta]

I've had both amd DJI works for me better. Smaller, the receiver screen and UI, remote control of the transmitters through the receiver and the killer feature for me: the Sony MI shoe adapter. Mind blown