Sony ECM-W5 Wireless Mic Kit Costs $400, Ships in November
Sony's ECM-W5 kit includes one receiver and two transmitters with 64GB storage each, 96kHz capture up to 500 meters, and 32-bit float recording.
Sony announced the ECM-W5 wireless microphone kit, priced at $400, and opened pre-orders on October 14, 2026, according to Engadget. The kit is set to ship in November.
The package includes one receiver and two microphone transmitters. Sony says the system captures 96kHz audio from up to 500 meters away in line-of-sight conditions. Each transmitter carries 64GB of internal memory, supports 32-bit float recording and offers 11 hours of battery life.
The receiver connects to Sony Alpha series cameras through the Multi Interface Shoe and includes a USB-C adapter for smartphones or PCs. It also has a touchscreen and supports Bluetooth LE audio monitoring with Sony headphones.
Standalone parts and competing kits
Sony is also selling the components separately: a standalone ECM-W5R receiver can be pre-ordered for $190, while a standalone ECM-W5T transmitter can be pre-ordered for $120.
In October 2025, Engadget compared the new kit with DJI's wireless microphones, noting that the DJI Mic 3 costs $259 and the DJI Mic Mini costs $99.
Quick answers
How much does the Sony ECM-W5 cost?
The ECM-W5 kit is priced at $400. A standalone ECM-W5R receiver costs $190, and a standalone ECM-W5T transmitter costs $120.
When does the Sony ECM-W5 ship?
Sony says the ECM-W5 ships in November.
What is included in the Sony ECM-W5 kit?
The kit includes one receiver and two microphone transmitters, each with 64GB of internal memory and 11 hours of battery life.