Comica Vimo C vs Hollyland Lark M1 - Best Vlogging Mic?
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- Опубликовано: 30 сен 2024
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Today I talk about an exciting release for content creators and RUclipsrs, the Comica Vimo C which may have just surpassed the Hollyland M1 as the best grab and go lapel mic on the market due to its size and versatility.
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im gonna buy the Hollyland but i wish neither had a led or a logo on the visible side. i wouldnt worry about hiding it if it was just a black tab. Appreciate the stellar review sir.
yeah you can turn the light around and maybe black sharpie over the Hollyland logo - but it’d be nice if they were more discreet
I'm personally into my Xvivi U5 with the LV2 wired lavalier since it is a HUGE improvement over the included LV1 but we are talking much more expensive with wired lavaliers as the only option. I test it on my studio channel. For Comica I do like the Boom-X D... I had some issues with the pro like lack of battery life and EMI.
This might be a problem with my M1. I used it for an event last week and it seemed to be good for the first hour. The second hour it started to introduce noise like pops and drop outs. It seemed like as the battery reach a certain level the noise came into play. I was luck that it was my backup camera and I had the Rode Go on the main camera. I just wanted to know if anyone else had this problem with the Lark M1. This is the second time I had this issue with it
wow -I have to test that - I have not had had this happen to me. is it possible the noise cancelling button got pressed ? Contact Hollyland - they are really great. they will help you solve your issue
Had had
Great video but I highly doubt your comparison based on the spl level, the vimo c can record 24bit audio while the hollyland lark m1 only does 16bit which is less better also vimo c has better spl levels than the hollyland lark m1.
The SPL levels dont' mean much with these little mics. The vimo c spikes on me more - but it's mostly just my voice
Mark the Comica Vimo C is 24bit (16bit the Lark) and this should give it a better dynamic range at least theorically ...
yes great note thx
Mark you are on fire with the videos , great work! I was planning to get Lark M1 but now there seems to be contender... Still even if the Comica sounded a bit better . to my ears noise floor on Comica is higher than the Lark M1 , i noticed a distinctive hiss on the background during Comica recording. Is it only me or anyone else heard the same?
I think the Hollyland might sound a bit cleaner. but it’s close
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis It sounds like a quick fix in post processing, just because of the better receiver I think Comica would be a good choice, thank you Mark!
I’m still hete in 2024 buying one ☝️ thanks for the encouragement
Hi Mark! Thank you so much for your detailed test ;) appreciate your feedback and advice a lot!!
What mic you using in this video in the studio ?
that is the rode ntg3 going into the zoom h4n
On the go setup is the Hollyland Lark 150 paired with a Deity V Lav.
Studio is Hollyland Lark 150 paired with a Comica Vm20.
My Lark 150 has completely changed the way I do my audio. I love it.
Great setup!!
Excellent video as always, I watched it last night. I will have to check these out as well. They sent me the Vimo S: UC.
yeah I’d like to see that one in action
I am so impressed with the quality of the sound! Thanks for sharing!
Perfect Video. Congratulations. Please, could you help me, I'm between VIMO C, Saramonic Blink500 B6 and Hollyland Lark M1? when it comes to audio quality!
They’re all good - but I would give the nod to Vimo C
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis for external environments vimo c? I liked blink for the lapela ( lapel ), but if i see it has better audio quality, go for it!
Can i someone help me decide which one is better between comica vimo C and Ulanzi am 18 , thanks
You are the best on RUclips! Thanks so much for this awesome review. I tried to purchase through your affiliate link, but Amazon did not like that I was not in Canada :(
Thanks for the attempt anyway!!
Great review! I have the Holland and am curious about the size differences in the transmitters. Hard to tell if the Vimo is thicker/heavier
The are very similar, but but the Hollyland is slightly smaller and thinner
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis Curious to see the difference in size and sound with the Boya Mini. Thanks for the video.
If the price was not considered between the two...which would you choose? I like that the Hollyland C1 Lark plugs direct into a phone without a cable or dongle. Keeps it clean and not worrying about something dangling. And for that reason, I was about to click buy on it before seeing this video...now torn.
if you’re plugging into the phone, get the Hollyland lark c1. it’s way more convenient that trying to hang a mic off the phone or needing another device to attach the mic to. in this vid I compared the comica to the Hollyland M1, which does not attach directly to a phone like the C1
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis I see there is also a Comica Vimo S-UC that JUST launched that also connects straight in. Looks sweet!
How does the M1 plug in an phone without cable? I need a cable for android and also ios. 😮
The lark c1 does got some issues on the Samsung s23 Ultra. It recognizes the c1 as a headset. So no replay with sound as long as the c1 is connected
Excellent review very helpful !! I’m been using the Sony ECMW1M but it only has one microphone, so when I’m interacting with someone I record their audio separately, so I’m looking to upgrade to one that has 2 mic’s, I’m willing to lose the option of plugging a lav mic for the convenience of having two already pair, i though about the DJI mics but those are pretty expensive, I might go with one of these !! Thanks for the video it helped 👍👍
The Vimo C was released right after I received my Lark M1 from Amazon. I immediately returned the M1 and ordered the Vimo C. So glad I did. I prefer everything about the Vimo C, especially the addition of a display screen. I mount my receiver upside down and I'm even able to flip the display! How awesome is that? Even the form fitting case is superior. The only thing I preferred about the Lark M1 are the dead cats. On the Vimo C, they attach to the transmitter with kind of a rubbery band, whereas, on the Lark M1 they attach with a harder band that just feels more secure. Get the Vimo C!
Nice product. Thankfully, I have my GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) in check, so I didn't feel compelled to run out - and or type in my browser - and get the Comica Vimo C. To be honest, I already have the Comica Boom XD, which is a two-transmitter wireless system much like the Rode Wireless GO II. And the Comica Boom XD quality is excellent and it too has the safety track, mono, stereo features as well. For quality, it's a tie between the Rode Wireless GO II, Hollyland Lark 150 and the Comica Boom XD. All three of them have excellent audio quality. You couldn't go wrong with any of them.
I agree with this
Wireless mic tech has changed so much in just the last couple of years! I have the Boom XD as well and will keep using it. Mostly because I have it but also because of the lav input. That being said, the small size and charging case are adorable!!
I'll go for Comica because the safety track works better for me
safety track is great. plus that screen is a giant help
I have both the Hollyland Lark 150 and the M1, (making you stinkin rich BTW.) I am relieved to hear that loud me is AOK sticking with what I've got.
still using my Hollyland everyday with my loud nasally voice 🤣
LOL!! Little Don King wigs!! 🤣
Wow, that's nice, but I just got the Hollyland about a week ago. So I'm gonna rock with the Hollyland and make the best of it.. Thanks for the video
the Hollyland is better for my voice - no need to change - it’s great
Thanks for the review Mark, looking to get my first wireless mic; mainly for use at home recording demos and vlogs stuff. Which would you recommend, the Comica Vimo or BoomX-D2? Figure I need to get something and if I like doing this (vlogging) I'll get the other one too, just need to pick one to start with; having a hard time deciding since the BoomX is only $30 more than the Vimo, but Vimo is a nice all-in-1 package.
Love my hollyland M1 👍👍
I use the Rode Wireless Go on my zv-e10, and just getting a great sound. Nice work!
rode is one of the best
Noise canceling should be banned. Add another features instead already!
agree
Hello from Western Canada, living in BC. The Comica is much better without noise cancelling.
absolutely
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis You get to meet Gerald and Casey down there in the big T as I know they are also there.
I should try to get to Vancouver, I am moving a few hours away and meet up with Linus.
08:15 😂😂 thanks for clarifying the zipping sound!
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I want to hide the mic.. so please add magnetic or something. Comica is less distracting so it's better than lark m1 in this aspect. Anyways thanks for the high quality review.
You can flip them around so the clip is out and it's less noticeable - but I prefer the regular lavs because you can hide them under shirts
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis lark m1 was quite noticeable even when it's flipped. Hope Comica is different. And yeah, lav-able would be great too
Wireless microphones are amazing! You should make more videos about wireless microphones ;-)
you know I will 🤣
Sounds good. I now have a Fulaim X5 which I love and it's noise cancellation is much more acceptable.
So in conclusion which brand do you prefer😮? Thx!
@@davidpoo66 I've not tried the others
What do you think about this Comica system after 11 months? can you recommend it for purchase?
yes - it’s excellent. a great buy.
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This or Boya XM6 S2?
I just got the M1 and the volume is very low. Instructions say to set my Sony recording volume at 1, the lowest setting. But it is very dim. Suggestions?
I set mine at 7 always in the Sony cameras for wireless mics
thanks. I've got the ZVE10. 7 volume makes a huge difference! Why in the world would they tell you to set it on '1' on Sony cameras?
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You're the best, Mark. Thank you for this video!
Ican you do a test with the Comica on an a android or iPhone 15 pro? - connecting, bulk , how secure, sound test etc. I don’t know if anyone has posted that on RUclips. thanks
Watching this review just now. Great as always! I'd also like a comparison between the Vimo C and the Fulaim X5. A lot of people are talking about it but no one made a review of these two budget lav mic. I'm trying to figure out by my self but I lack the experience and I'm in need of choose one. Thanks!!
Need to stop watching your videos or else I'll buy everything you review! Recently bought the ZVE10 with the Viltrox 13mm after your reviews and I am loving it! I currently have a Tascam DR10 and whilst it is amazing, I really want to move away from the faf of turning it on, clipping it on, taking care of the wire and then hitting record. I am someone who does family videos and home vlogs so probably easier if I had a wireless 'run and gun' type thing.
When you are using both, how does the audio save on video? Does the Stereo/Mono apply to both transmitters? Thank you in advance and keep up the great work - this channel certainly deserves more subs! Love your work.
Hi Mark, did you hear about the new ulanzi u- mic lavalier A018GBB1? Can you compare it to these two?
Comica Rocks….
I own a lark m1 it has very low Working radius.. It start to drop voice or completely stops working at just 30 meters. Sound quality is superb but this is major issue
Added the Vimo C to my wishlist after watching your review and my very generous wife kindly bought me one for Christmas. Haven’t had much time to play with it much yet but I like it so far. Definitely worth the money. Thanks for another fun and helpful review. :)
NR does not sound great, but for live videos in noisy areas? Pretty slick
A quick addendum to my prior post. Have you, or can you comment on the Sony B1M or B10M?
Newbie question - do these work with iPhone? (No mic/headphone socket to plug into. Great video thanks!)
Congrats on 30k bud!
thanks!!
Either one can be use for go pro 11? Im thinking of using it for motovlog to put the mic inside my helmet
I just got the Smallrig W60 Forevala for 159$ USD. Very much like the Hollyland Lark 150, but more affordable during this holiday season. I was about to purchase the Lark M1 after watching your handsome reviews (makes me want to come back to Toronto), but the price was too close between Hollyland Lark M1 and the Smallrig W60 (Lark 150 was just too expensive). Thanks!
let me know If you like it!!
How's W60 so far? I'm thinking of getting one, but not enough reviews outside of RUclips to decide.
@@GeorgeSapkin I am still putting it through its paces. But it is doing well for my use case --one-man show with occasional interviews. Mine will be paired with Zoom F2 32-bit float recording most of the time. W60 Receiver is mounted near monitor so that I can have visual verification. I am never going to be more than a few meters away from the tripod.
@@MatthewWatsonDiscovery what about the sound quality? Noice floor, etc.
@@GeorgeSapkin I am doing non-profit work after hours in non-sound treated spaces. I am not Curtis Judd; but perhaps his review is coming. To me it sounds like Diety Pocket or Rode Go. Quality depends on the Lav mic or source (no included Lavs w/W60). I occasionally will be using the Rode VideoMicro on camera cage with deadcat instead of Lav mic in windy locations; otherwise, I use the Zoom LMF-2 or/and Aputure A-Lav with foam or deadcat [both covered by Curtis Judd]. I am not depending on the internal mics unless time is an issue-- interviewee has tight schedule, need to run-and-gun, site location availability is short, etc. Amps do not seem to be introducing problems, but you seem to want quantifiable comparative data in controlled conditions, which Curtis Judd is great at.
I use some Boya set with big AAA powered transmitter and receiver. But I put it somewhere and I can't find it 😅. So now I have to use cable lavaliere mic 🤷
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are you using a gimbal with the ZV E10
I just ordered the hollyland
I was using catalyst browse
I don't like that fuzzy thing clipping onto my neck area. It looks weird but the sound is acceptable
can’t blame you. that’s why I like the lark 150 the most
Mark Bennett is Intelligent, Funny, Handsome and we love and enjoy everything he makes. He’s basically a rockstar and a pop star and a jazz star combined. Thank you sir❤
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Oh my gosh I never thought I'd be listening to mic reviews AND be entertained. You're hilarious. Thank you for making my tedious mic research fun. You're cool.
Thanks for saying that!!
Hi Mark Benett! Im gonna start soon my new youtube channel and my max budget for a wireless microphone is about 200 $ ! My choice after seeing many reviews are one between those microphones( comica and hollyland). Which one would you recommend me to buy? Do you have another option that you think is better than those microphones? Thank you.
they’re both great, but the comics does make it easier to adjust the settings with the screen
Hey Mark! My Hollyland Lark M1 just arrived to me today! I’m so excited! I got a new one for 135$ here in Japan. I was just about to start unboxing it when I saw this video. I thought I made a mistake. But I’m keeping my holly.
I have been enjoying your content so much! You are such a refreshing persona, silly, yet super smart and educated. Take care and I’m looking forward to your next videos.
I prefer the Hollyland myself. It's better with my voice and peaking. Plus - it's a little smaller and the transmitters feel better to me. Both systems are great - but no need to change at all
Thank you Mark! (sorry for the misspelling) Just tested it on Sony a7c, but audio is a little low. For the future videos I would love if you could teach us how you do the noise reduction in post. Thank you for producing such beautiful content and amazing value. 🍀
Will this work with dji pocket 2?
Guys I’m going to the a camera shop to get microphone buh is it the Comica Vimo C the same as Comica vimo c3?
Yes - it has all the mics and accessories - they sell other versions that have less stuff.
Love all your videos.. but for newbie's you should have explained visually how the product connects to the camera. Also you assume people know what you mean about laviar mics...
As always your very entertaining
it attaches with the 3.5mm cord - it’s really h only option - but a visual would be nice
Newbie here. So I just binge on your videos trying to get all my info for my RUclips setup. I watch the camera Sony ZV E10, the gimble, small rig, etc.. would be nice if you make a video with all of these combined! That way someone like me can have an easier time... thanks 😅 great video you are a champ 🏆
if I made one video with all my zv-e10 vids, it would be 3 hours long 🤣
I buy all the things you talk about. I worry you'll be hearing from my wife, I warn you in advance.
she can complain along with my wife 😂
wich lens are you using??
You did great of informing in a funny way…I bought the comica
Can the Comica be used with the iphone 13/14 via bluetooth?
No - you'll need the cable still
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis Thanks
I think Lark's noise cancelling sounds better.
it does - but I wouldn’t really use either myself
None of them have internal memory as a backup just in case the transmission gets some kind of interference, right?
no they don't - the Comica Boom XD-Pro does though
Hey I just got the holly land mics. I read there are 3 volume settings with the side buttons but do you know how to tell what audio level it is using when you change the levels on the mic?
unfortunately you just have to click through while looking at your audio levels on the camera. it’s one of the advantages of the comica
Damn, I already bought the Deity Pocket Wireless from your recommendation for Black Friday. No ragrets
deity is cheaper and has better audio quality. your choice is solid. this one is for having two transmitters that you can clip quickly.
thanks much dude for the video! really need it
It makes 0 sense why they dont give you the lav input as an option all of these would sell so much better, they'd be perfect
I really wish they would
Thanks
Thank you so much, very helpful
Hi Mark,
I am considering the Comica Vimo C for use on the A7c. It appears that when the receiver is in the hot shoe, it would protrude quite a way toward the back of the camera. My question is, "Do you think that would interfere with use of the EVF?" Thanks
Denny
The vimo c is very small. I don't think it would get in the way at all
Incredible video, you helped me to decide 👍🔥😇
i'm still looking for one but i"m wondering of the new dji wireless mic would work on my sony cause then i can use it both on my action 3 and my sony cam.
he DJI wireless is one of the best you can buy
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis Would the dji wireless work on my zve10 next to the action 3 cam ?
Mark your videos are amazing! Thank you very much for such great content. Which lens did you use in Zv-e10? How is your background with this beautiful bokeh?
It's almost always the Sigma 16mm 1.4
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis thanks for your reply. That's an awesome lens.
Noise canceling sucks …It’s a big nope for me
never use the noise cancelling on these things. or pretty much any wireless lav that has it
Please test and compare with the Godox system
Thanx
good idea
I was set on ordering the Hollyland until I saw the tiny screen on the Comico reciever. I like seeing the audio levels and settings instead of guessing.
that’s a fair point for sure
Great review, and so handsome.....not fair on the rest of us.
I've got it all
Hi uncle mark recently i have problem with my zve10 it flickering alot with yellow light i tried plugin but it losing quality could you help me how to avoid flickering on zve10 in the frist place i am so devastated plz help me.
if you are in North America, your camera should be set to NTSC. if you live almost anywhere else in the world, you need to set you camera to PAL. the power grids in PAL countries flicker at 50hz so you pr camera will pick up this flickering in the lights.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis thank you uncle right im in ntsc mode and i live in asia and this is the most anoying thing i hate about this camera. I will try pal mode hopefully it will fix
How do you think these compare with the new DJI mic, Mark?
the dji are very different - much more expensive, and I think you need a lav for the dji because they are bigger. but the dji have internal recording and also sound better than the comica. The DJI are great if you’re willing to pay the money
Great job on the video Mark! Thanks for making it.
I use an overhead-boomed Shure SM58 (internal foam removed from ball grill) recorded to the Zoom Podtrak P4 and synched in post by DaVinci Resolve.
I would love to boom my Deity D4 Duo, but my extension cable introduces an unacceptable buzz recorded by the Sony ZV-E10.
Suggestions?
I would try another 3.5mm extension cable. I don’t have the Deity duo, but all my 3.5mm mics from rode work in the zv-e10 with the extension cable with no buzz.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis Thank you! Truly appreciate you and your RUclips channel.
Hi Mark, plugged in my Comica to my ZV-E10 and the reciever is showing everything working but when I record the sound still seems to be coming from the on board mic. Is there a setting I need to change on the E10 or plug the mic in before turning the camera on etc?
Just check you have the 3.5mm cable plugged in securely. Sometimes it seems like it's in - but it needs an extra push to click all the way in.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis I am an idiot. I was plugging in to the headphones 🤣 so used to that area being the mic input.
🤣🤣Well at least you figured it out!!
Do either have a record facility?
No internal recording on these no
hi, which has smaller transmitter?
the Hollyland is a tiny bit smaller. but both are really small
There is a vimo c3 is it the same that you tested?
same one yes - the c3 is just the version with all the accessories (which is the one I tested)
what about dji mic? Thank's!
DJI sounds a bit better and has more features. it’s also much more expensive.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis Thank you for the quick answer. I really enjoy watching your channel every day.
Regards,
RagdollRocket
the hollyland noise canceling function is way quieter in my opinion
It is for sure. But I wouldn’t use either really 😃
Is there an audio jack for lavaliere mic ?
unfortunately no. it’s intended for grab and go and to just clip the transmitter to your clothes
You need to do these tests inside.
These are not indoor studio mics. You shouldn't use them for that. These are portable lav mics meant for on location - the sound quality does not compete with
boomed mics in a studio. It's better than the cameras mic (which is of course bad), but not as good as a boomed mic. Won't sound great in a studio.
What Camera Mod you are using while Vlog ?
That would have been cine2 with he Leeminglut
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis thank you!
How do we use the safety track on comica vimo c?
press the button on the side and it will cycle between mono, stereo, and safety
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis thank you! andd from your opinion, in long term content creation, which one sounds the best between these two?? and which one is easier to use espescially on the go?
Been loving your content recently Mark! Keep up the good work
Thanks, will do!
Great review.
I was debating between these two mics and went with the Comica in hopes to be able to get better audio with my beekeeping videos without picking up the bees or wind noise as much. I'm hoping this will do the trick.
How did it do!?!
@@amparodavila1009 I think it did good.
I'm not an audio expert, but I think it does a good job. Less wind noise and picks up my voice better. Love that it has the charging case and have never ran out of charge. I just charge it when I remember and that's worked out for me.
@@TexasBeekeeper ahh okay perfect then 😁 thanks for the reply