The Sennheiser EW 500 FILM G4 is a camera-mount wireless lavalier microphone system that brings advanced features to the EW Series, expanding this industry-standard system into a fully professional, yet cost-effective solution that filmmakers, videographers, and journalists can rely on—even in challenging shooting environments like big cities.

The rugged EW 512P G4 combines a wide 88 MHz bandwidth with 3520 frequencies and an RF output level up to 50 mW for a clean transmission and broadcast-quality sound. Depending on your location, you can operate up to 32 mics in one space.

Designed to accommodate a broad range of applications, the EW 500 FILM G4 gives you the tools to adapt to various shooting scenarios. For hands-free interviews, the system includes a bodypack transmitter with a high-grade, miniature MKE 2 omnidirectional lavalier mic, which is sweat-resistant and easy to conceal. For man-on-the-street interviews or for wireless booming, the plug-on transmitter is ready to attach to a handheld or shotgun mic of your choice (both types of mics are available separately). It also provides 48V phantom power, giving you the option to use a condenser microphone.

The camera-mount receiver connects to a camcorder, a DSLR/mirrorless, or a cinema camera to capture crisp-sounding speech or dialog for projects ranging from films and documentaries to wedding videos, corporate spots, and hands-free interviews.

The EW 500 FILM G4 is backward-compatible with previous evolution systems, including EW 100 models, giving you the ability to mix and match G4/G3/G2/G1 receivers or bodypack, handheld, and plug-on transmitters.

Note: While this system includes two transmitters, only one can be used at a time.

For Professional Filmmaker, Videographer    MKE 2 Miniature Omnidirectional Lav Mic    Rugged Bodypack Transmitter    Plug-On Transmitter with 48V Phantom    Diversity Camera-Mount Receiver    3520 Auto-Scan Frequencies    Adjustable RF Output Power Up to 50 mW    Balanced Output & Headphone Output    8-Hr AA Batteries    Up to 32 Mics On Set / 330' Range

• The EW 500 BOOM G4 features rugged, all-metal chassis well suited for extended use on location.
• The lightweight, compact bodypack transmitter is moisture-resistant, easy to conceal, and offers rounded edges that are soft to the touch and comfortable for the talent to wear. The plug-on transmitter attaches to any dynamic or condenser microphone equipped with an XLR connector. Both transmitters are equipped with locking connectors ensuring your mic doesn’t detach at a critical moment. Each also feature a convenient mute switch.
• Using the included shoemount adapter, the compact receiver easily mounts on your camera without adding much weight. The included CL 500 cable provides a balanced connection from the receiver to the XLR audio input of your camcorder, cinema camera, or recording device. The CL 1 cable is for DSLR/mirrorless cameras and devices with 3.5mm inputs. A headphone output lets you monitor the quality of your sound while recording.
• The transmitters and receiver feature daylight-readable LED displays showing reception quality, battery status, and audio level.

• The frequency scan function automatically searches for the cleanest frequency at your location.
• To get you going quickly, the transmitter and receiver synchronize via infrared interface with the simple push of a button.
• 10/30/50 mW switchable RF output helps overcome interference or save battery life.
• The adjustable input sensitivity on the transmitter accommodates mic levels ranging from booming voices to quiet speech, and even line-level audio.
• The receiver has an adjustable output range of 42 dB to match the audio input of your camera or recording device.

• Popular with industry professionals, the MKE 2 omnidirectional lavalier microphone delivers a natural, broadcast-quality sound optimized for speech intelligibility. Its omnidirectional polar pattern ensures that the sound remains consistent, even when the speaker’s head moves away from the mic.
• To take full advantage of your microphone’s dynamic range, the system employs proprietary HDX compander technology, preserving your sound without adding unwanted noise during transmission—delivering audio with remarkable accuracy and quality.

• Adaptive-diversity reception for reliable transmission up to 330'
• 20 frequency banks, each with up to 32 factory-preset channels to prevent intermodulation
• Pilot tone squelch for eliminating RF noise when transmitter is turned off
• User-friendly menu operation with flexible control options
• Transmitters and receiver feature 4-step battery-life indicator
• Auto-Lock function avoids accidental changing of settings
• RF Mute function
• 8 hours of battery life
• Powered via AA batteries or rechargeable BA 2015 Accupack batteries (available separately)
• Side contacts on the receiver and bodypack transmitter for recharging the Accupacks without removing them—requires the L 2015 quick-charging unit (available separately)
• Unlike digital wireless systems, the SK 500 G4 and SKP 500 G4 transmitters can transmit to an unlimited number of EW series receivers
• Wide range of accessories adapts the system to a variety of applications

• Bandwidth: 42 MHz vs up to 88 MHz
• UHF Frequencies: 1680 vs up to 3520
• RF Output Power: Fixed 30 mW vs adjustable 10/30/50 mW
• Mics at Once: Up to 12 mics vs up to 32 mics
• Included Lavalier Mic: ME 2-II omni or ME 4 cardioid vs professional MKE 2 omni
• Headphone Output: No vs yes
• Audio Output: Unbalanced vs balanced
• Plug-On Transmitter: No phantom vs +48V phantom power

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does the Sennhesier EK 500 G4 Receiver have line out feed to the camera?

A: Maximum AF Output Voltage:1/8 (3.5 mm) Jack Socket: +17 dB (mono, unbalanced) (at peak deviation, 1 kHz AF)Output Level Range42 dB, adjustable in steps of 6 dB

Q: 2. why two transmitters if you can only use one at a time ?

A: The Sennheiser EW 500 FILM G4 Camera-Mount Wireless Combo Microphone System gives you the option of either using the Sennheiser SK 500 G4 Wireless Bodypack Transmitter and Sennheiser MKE 2 Gold Series Subminiature Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone, or using the Sennheiser SKP 500 G4 Pro Wireless Plug-On Transmitter, which can be used with either dynamic mics or condenser mics that require phantom power - any microphone with XLR output, such as a handheld mic or shotgun style mic. The SKP 500 G4 can also be used to send audio from a mixer's XLR output to the receiver. Since the Sennheiser EK 500 G4 Pro Wireless Camera-Mount Receiver has a single channel, only one transmitter can be used at a time.

Q: 3. How does this compare to the Sony UWPD16/14 Wireless Microphone System?

A: They are both very popular systems and offer excellent quality for professional applications and commercial applications.

Q: 4. Does this, or any equivalent wireless kits, have internal recording?

A: No internal recording with these wireless systems.

Q: 5. Can the EW 500 receiver XLR be connected to a mixer rather than camera?

A: Yes, the Sennheiser EK 500 G4 Pro Wireless Camera-Mount Receiver from the Sennheiser EW 500 FILM G4 Camera-Mount Wireless Combo Microphone System can be connected to the XLR input on a mixer, rather than being connected to a camera. You can use the Sennheiser CL-500 Balanced Cable for use with Sennheiser EK500 Receiver 1/8"-Male Mini Jack to XLR-Male Connector (B&H # SECL500), which comes included in the package with the EK 500 Receiver.

Q: 6. Can I plug line level into the SKP 500?

A: The SKP500 is made for compatibility with dynamic and condenser microphones. You can use the Sennheiser CL2 line cable connected to a Sennheser bodypack transmitter to be able send line level signal out from a mixer into the Sennheiser system.

Q: 7. Is the New system ew500 g4 with frequency 470-558mhz, compatible with my Old ew100 G3 System with frequency 516-518?

A: The ew500 transmitters and receivers are compatible with the components of an older ew100 system so long as they are in the same frequency range.

Q: 8. Does Sennheiser offer a wireless solution that offers dual recording, so that two mics can be used simultaneously?

A: The only dual channel system Sennheiser makes that is similar to the EW 500 FILM G4 Camera Mount Wireless Combo System would be the Sennheiser EK 6042 Dual-Channel Slot-Mount Wireless Receiver (B&H # SEEK6042)

Q: 9. What should to be the frequency for Europe? Germany and Spain for Example?

A: These devices are only guaranteed as legal for use in the United States. Laws and regulations regarding wireless devices vary widely from country to country, and in some cases they may change frequently. For this reason we cannot provide a definitive statement on the laws of other countries. All of the wireless devices sold by B&H are legal for use within the United States, but customers travelling or residing abroad must check local regulations before attempting to use these devices.

Q: 10. Will theSennheiser SKP 500 G4 transmitter work with my sennheiser EK 100 G3 reciever?

A: Yes. You can use an SKP 500 G4 Plugon transmitter with an EK100 G3 receiver together, as long as their frequency ranges overlap.