Sony just dropped some serious kit for content creators: a high-resolution shotgun mic designed for pros who care about clean audio, and next-gen CFexpress Type A cards that more than double the speed of their predecessors. Both land in the UAE this August.
ECM-778: A Compact Shotgun Mic Built for Pro Audio
Sony’s ECM-778 is small, light, and sharp—literally. It’s 176mm long, weighs just 102g, and packs serious sound quality.
Why it matters:
- Built for film, drama, and documentary audio
- Compact design with precision-machined brass and aluminium
- Clean high frequencies, solid mids and lows
- Sharp front focus, minimal side/rear pickup
- Works with boom poles, cameras, and studio setups
This mic was made with input from sound engineers in film, and it shows. It nails high-res capture, handles different setups without fuss, and won’t get in the way on camera. And yes, it supports XLR, so you’re covered across Sony’s Cinema Line and Alpha cameras.
Pro Features Packed Into a Tiny Shell
Don’t let the size fool you—the ECM-778 doesn’t compromise.
Key specs:
- High-res audio capture over 20 kHz
- Interference-tuned tube design for focused pickup
- Film-grade components to reduce electrical noise
- Low-cut filter switch to kill wind/bass hum
- Comes with foam and fur windscreens
It’s built like a tank (aluminium exterior), but light enough for long shoots. Whether you’re booming in a tight corner or mounting it on a camera, it stays out of frame and out of your way.
CFexpress Type A Cards Get a Serious Upgrade
Alongside the mic, Sony also launched two CFexpress Type A cards—the CEA-G1920T (1920 GB) and CEA-G960T (960 GB)—plus a new reader, the MRW-G3. These are not just fast. They’re next-level.
Highlights:
- Read speeds over 1800 MB/s
- Write speeds up to 1700 MB/s
- Meets VPG400 standard (stable 400 MB/s video capture)
- Built tough: drop-, bend-, dust-, and water-resistant (IP57)
These cards are designed for high-speed bursts and long 4K+ shoots. They’re a clear fit for Sony’s Cinema Line and Alpha cameras, especially when shooting in log or high bitrate codecs.
MRW-G3 Reader: Fast Imports on Any Device
The new MRW-G3 card reader supports CFexpress 4 and 40 Gbps USB connections. It works with laptops, phones, and tablets—basically, any device in your workflow.
Reader perks:
- Fast transfer to PC or mobile
- Compact and heat-dissipating design
- Built for creators working on the go
You can shoot, move, and edit—all without babysitting a slow file transfer. No external power needed.
Availability in the UAE
Sony says the ECM-778 mic will be available in the UAE starting August 2025. The CFexpress cards and MRW-G3 reader will also hit other Middle East markets around the same time.
Summary
Sony’s new ECM-778 shotgun mic is tiny, light, and built to sound great in real-world film work. Pair it with the new CFexpress Type A cards and MRW-G3 reader for a fast, reliable video production setup. Everything’s landing in the UAE this August.
FAQs
Does the ECM-778 support on-camera use?
Yes, it can mount directly to cameras with XLR terminals and stays compact enough not to block the frame.
What makes these CFexpress cards different?
They’re twice as fast as previous models, meet the VPG400 video standard, and are built tough for pro use.
Can I use the MRW-G3 card reader with a phone?
Yes, it supports smartphones and tablets with USB 40Gbps connections for fast transfers and edits.
