Zoom F2 – Field Recorder w/ Lavalier Microphone
R3,999.00
Zoom F2 Ultracompact Portable Field Recorder with Lavalier Microphone
Forget about clipping, forget about gain, and forget about hassle; just power on the Zoom F2 ultracompact portable field recorder and press record to capture clear, distortion-free dialog in an instant for your next video shoot, podcast, vlog, or interview. Plus, the F2-BT model is available to empower users with app-based control and wireless timecode synchronization in addition to everything the F2 has to offer.
Thanks to its 32-bit float technology, the F2 handles the softest and loudest sounds you can throw at it while avoiding distortion, maintaining low-noise performance, and freeing you from the responsibility of adjusting gain. Recordings ruined by clipped converters and poorly set preamps are things of the past. You don’t even have to worry about unintentionally interrupting the F2 because a simple flick of the Hold switch will keep it recording no matter what button you press.
Whereas other F-Series recorders such as the F4, F6, and F8n are centered around an audio bag–ready form factor for location sound recordists, the F2 is tailored for belt-mount and pocket-friendly placement directly on the subject. Even the included lavalier microphone, with its low-profile design and locking connector, is optimized for reliable and visually discreet operation that won’t distract the wearer or the videographer. With a headphone output and onboard transport controls, the F2 also allows actors to listen back to recordings to critique their own performances.
From the refreshingly simple one-touch controls to the long battery life and multiple powering options, the F2 is properly equipped to serve you, regardless of your audio background. Whether you need long-duration recording for a podcast, professional audio capture for an interview, a rock-solid system for weddings, or a space-saving setup for vlogs, the F2 is ready to capture your crucial audio at any location.
Plus, its operational simplicity ensures that the F2 will never get in the way of your workflow, be it simple, complex, or always changing. You can feel confident using it as your main recorder or as a backup unit for added safety.
Features
- Videographers, Podcasters, Vloggers
- Low-Profile Omnidirectional Lavalier Mic
- No Gain Adjustment Needed
- 32-Bit Float Distortion-Free Recording
- Locking 3.5mm Mic Input, Plug-In Power
- Hold Switch Averts Unintended Operation
- USB Power / 15 Hours via AAA Batteries
- microSD Card Recording / USB Transfer
- Easy One-Touch Controls, Low-Cut Filter
- Belt-Mount, Pocket-Friendly Design
specifications
Portable Recorder
| Number of Tracks | 1 |
| Maximum Sampling Rate | 48 kHz / 32-Bit |
| Microphone | Interchangeable Omnidirectional Electret Condenser Lavalier |
| Built-In Speaker | No |
| Memory Card Support | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC (Up to 512 GB) |
| Internal Storage | None |
Recording
| Audio File Formats | BWF |
| Sample Rates | 44.1 / 48 kHz (Mono) |
| Bit Depth | 32-Bit |
| Signal Processing & FX | Low-Cut Filter |
| Timecode Support | No |
| Clock Accuracy | ±3 ppm |
Connectivity
| Analog I/O | 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Mic Input (Lockable) 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Headphone/Line Output (Lockable) |
| Digital I/O | None |
| Phantom Power | None |
| Plug-In Power | Yes, 2.5 V |
| System Connection | 1 x USB-C (2.0) |
Performance
| Max Input Level | Mic Inputs: -5.5 dBu |
| Headphone Output Power | 20 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms |
| Impedance | Mic Inputs: ≥2 Kilohms |
| Microphone Sensitivity | -32 dB/Pa |
| Microphone Max SPL | 115 dB SPL |
Power
| Power Options | Battery, USB Bus Power, AC/DC Power Adapter |
| Battery Type | 2 x AAA (Not Included) |
| Approximate Battery Life | 48 kHz: 15 Hours (AAA Alkaline) 10 Hours (AAA NiMH) 18 Hours (AAA Lithium) |
| AC/DC Power Adapter | 5 VDC at 1 A (Not Included) |
Physical
| Mounting Options | None |
| Dimensions | 2.3 x 0.9 x 1.8″ / 57.5 x 22.4 x 46.4 mm |
| Weight | 1.1 oz / 32 g (without Batteries) |
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Fantastic product and does what it’s intended to do really well. The 32-bit float audio in this form factor is a game changer for me.