I was looking for a shotgun microphone to use on my Sony a6700 for videography, and after doing some research looking at various models from Sony, RODE, and Sennheiser, the VideoMicro II was the one I ended up choosing. I was also looking at the original VideoMicro, but since it's 2024, I thought I'd go with the newer model. I didn't wanna spend a fortune on a high-end shotgun mic, so this one was the prime picking for me.
So far, after a few uses, the VideoMicro II hasn't disappointed one bit. The plug-and-play style of setup makes everything super simple, and the audio quality that has come out of it is top notch. I was able to film events and performances with no issues. Inside the packaging, it comes with a deadcat wind muff, a foam wind muff, a TRS to TRS cable for cameras and camcorders, and a TRS to TRRS cable for smartphones. It comes with everything you need to get started in using the mic, including a cold-shoe mount for cameras.
Overall, I'm very impressed with the VideoMicro II, and I'd definitely recommend it (especially when it's on sale!) I will definitely be keeping an eye out for future products from RODE.