The Shure VP83F LensHopper™ is a professional-grade camera-mount shotgun microphone with integrated flash recording that brings studio-quality sound to your DSLR or HD camcorder setup. With 24-bit/48 kHz WAV recording directly to microSD cards, the VP83F captures pristine, high-definition audio — even without a separate recorder. It combines Shure’s legendary sound quality with Rycote Lyre isolation, a backlit LCD display, and precise 60 dB gain control in a compact, durable form.
Key Features:
Highly directional supercardioid/lobar pattern for focused, clean audio
Integrated digital flash recording (24-bit / 48 kHz WAV) to microSD cards — up to 15 hours on 8 GB
3.5 mm headphone output for real-time monitoring
Detachable coiled cable with gold-plated connector allows simultaneous camera recording
Backlit LCD display for easy control of audio level, gain, filter, and battery status
5-position joystick for intuitive control and playback management
60 dB gain adjustment in single-dB increments for precise level tuning
Low-cut filter to reduce low-frequency background noise
Integrated Rycote® Lyre® shock mount isolates vibrations and handling noise
Foam windscreen included; compatible with Rycote Windjammer® for windy conditions
Superior RF immunity for clean, interference-free recording
Up to 10 hours of operation on 2 × AA batteries
Lightweight all-metal body built to Shure’s legendary durability standard
Standard shoe mount with 6.35 mm threaded base for easy on-camera or boom mounting
Applications:
Perfect for DSLR filmmaking, documentaries, field interviews, vlogging, and mobile broadcast productions.
Technical Specifications:
Specification | Details |
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Transducer Type | Condenser |
Polar Pattern | Supercardioid / Lobar |
Frequency Range | 50 Hz – 20 kHz |
Sensitivity | -35.8 dBV/Pa (16.2 mV/Pa) |
Equivalent Self Noise | 15 dB(A) |
Max SPL | 129 dB |
Impedance | 47 Ω |
Connector | 3.5 mm TRS Jack |
Low-Cut Filter | Yes (Switchable) |
Audio Gain Range | 0–60 dB (1 dB steps) |
Recording Format | WAV 24-bit / 48 kHz |
Recording Media | microSD (up to 32 GB) |
Battery Power | 2 × AA batteries (up to 10 hrs) |
Dimensions (H × W × D) | 97 × 58 × 168 mm |
Weight | 215 g |
Accessories | Foam windscreen, coiled cable |