Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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In this video, Ken tests the brand new Lumix DMS1 on-camera microphone in real-world conditions — including a brutal Brighton Beach wind test to see if it survives heavy UK coastal gusts.

This isn’t just another shotgun mic.
The DMS1 connects directly through the Lumix hot shoe (no cables needed), supports 32-bit float recording, and features 6 selectable polar patterns — including forward, rear, wide, and dual pickup modes for creators who film AND talk at the same time.
But at £400, is it actually worth it?
I test:
Wind performance with the included deadcat
Built-in shock mount handling noise
All 6 polar pattern modes
Vlogging performance
1m, 2m, and 3m distance tests
Noise cut, limiter, and gain controls
32-bit float performance inside the Lumix system
If you're shooting with the Lumix S1ii, S1iiR, or other compatible Lumix cameras, this could completely change your run-and-gun audio setup.

Watch to the end for my honest verdict.

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