The Panasonic DMW-MS2 Stereo Shotgun Microphone is an advanced external microphone that suppresses the camera's motor noise & handling noise, to capture the sound that you’re aiming for. Stereo & shotgun mic switching is done from the menu. The plug-in power type external microphone the DMW-MS2 with windjammer enables high quality audio recording. Directional control stereo / shotgun is switchable in the menu. The holder is designed with vibrational absorption mechanism. It is designed with metal to offer a sophisticated look. This advanced external mic suppresses the camera's motor noise & handling noise, to capture the sound that you're aiming for.