After nearly a decade, Zoom has released an update to their very popular H1 stereo audio recorder. The “H” in H1n stands for handy, and I agree, that’s a very apt name for this little field recorder. In this episode, we review it from a filmmaking perspective. I find it to be a great device for recording stereo sound effects and as a general purpose learning tool for those new to recording sound.
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This episode shot with the following gear:
Zoom H1n Handy Stereo Recorder - One of my favorite tools for when I need to quickly and easily record stereo sound effects
Zoom H1n Accessory Pack - this includes the foam wind cover I find critical for recording outdoors with your H1n
Zoom Hairy Wind Cover - also critical when recording outdoors
Blackmagic Design Ursa Mini Pro Cinema Camera - Used for the talking head clips
Sigma ART 24-70mm f/2.8 OS Lens (Canon EF Mount) - This lens stays on the Ursa Mini Pro 99% of the time. Versatile and not overly sharp, which is what I wanted.
Panasonic GH5 - Used for the product shots on the white background. Small, versatile camera.
Panasonic 12-35mm f/2.8 OIS Lens - incredibly versatile lens that is on the GH5 most of the time
Copyright 2018 by Curtis Judd
Music - MzA by Cary Judd, used with permission