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Can I record audio with a wireless mic using Cinema Pro or the Camera app?

Can I record audio with a wireless mic when shooting videos/movies using Cinema Pro or the Xperia Camera app? / Can I record audio with a wireless microphone using Cinema Pro or the Camera app?

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    Valid for

    • Cinema Pro
    • Videography Pro
    • Xperia Camera app

    Solution

    Neither Cinema Pro nor the Xperia Camera app offers the option to record audio using a wireless external mic. However, if you want to use an external microphone with Cinema Pro, try connecting a wired microphone to the phone using:

    Cinema Pro 
    USB-C Digital inputYES (stereo available)
    USB-C Analog input YES (monaural only)


    Notes:

    • The Camera app function has been merged into Photography Pro basic mode for the following premium models:
      • Xperia 1 III
      • Xperia 5 III
      • Xperia PRO-I
      • Xperia 1 IV
      • Xperia 5 IV
      • Xperia 1 V
      • Xperia 5V
    • Xperia 1 VI does not support the Cinema Pro app.
    • Please refer to this link for the trademark information.