Zoom F3 Field Recorder
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Best for
- Cinema and narrativeScripted work on a set: cine cameras, matte box and FIZ, big lights, grip and timecode.
- DocumentaryLong-form vérité: quiet mics, boom and lav, monitoring you can trust, and batteries that last a day.
- Field and run-and-gunShooting on the move with no crew: shotgun or wireless audio, a cage, cards and V-mount power.
- Music performanceCapturing a live room or a stage: instrument and drum mics, stereo pairs, multitrack recording.
Overview
Product description from Zoom
Small Design,Big Sound
With 32-bit float recording, the F3 effortlessly captures the quietest raindrops and the loudest explosions. Its small footprint allows for this recorder to be placed anywhere, as you capture and monitor up to 192 kHz of high-quality audio.
Focus on the Scene
When you’re working in the field or on set, sound levels can fluctuate often and quickly. The F3 allows you to adapt to your scene without having to set the gain or worry about clipping. In post, you’ll be able to work with your capture, regardless of extremely low or high levels.Ricardo Ramirez | Director, Videographer | Richy Films
Highlights
- F3 Field Recorder
More about this product
Trevor Lawrence Jr | Drummer, Producer, Writer | Los Angeles, CA
Award Winning Audio
Featuring the dual A/D converters and low-noise preamps found in our professional F-Series recorders, the F3 guarantees high-quality recordings in any setting or situation.
Battle Tested
The F3 is built with durable side bars, standard tripod mount and slide-resistant rubber feet ensuring that you can mount it on your gear or hide it in any scene. It’s sturdy metal casing and locking XLR connectors is designed for use in a variety of environments.
WAV Watching
Monitor your recordings with seamless accuracy as the F3 displays your audio as real-time waveforms.
Record & Listen
The headphone output allows you to keep an ear on your recordings, plus a line output enables you to go to your camera or other gear.Adam Blackstone | Musical Director, Bassist | Basic Black Entertainment
All DayCapture
The F3 is well-equipped for long location shoots or remote fieldwork, with a variety of power options and massive storage.
Onboard Power
With two alkaline AA batteries, take advantage of over eight hours of battery life.
Alternate Power
Set yourself up for an unlimited charge via the AD-17 AC adapter or USB power supply.
Memory cards
Use a micro SD card up to 1TB to record over 180 hours of audio at the highest possible sample rate/bit-depth.
30' of Control
Versatile control options give your production more flexibility than ever. Stay out of the shot and record from a distance of up to 30-feet (10m) using the F3 Control app (for iOS / for Android).Or you can remotely manage multiple Zoom recorders* with the ZOOM Handy Control & Sync app (for iOS / for Android).
* Current compatible models: H2essential, H4essential, H6essential, H5studio, H6studio, F3BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter sold separately.
Timecode
The TCA-1 Timecode Adapter* generates and outputs timecode or jams to an external clock. Thanks to its precision temperature-compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO) it generates ultra-accurate timecode, staying within 0.5 frames over 24 hours.
*TCA-1 Timecode Adapter not included
Audio Interface& Streaming
Connect your F3 to a computer or iOS device via USB as an audio interface and record or stream up to two channels in crystal-clear 32-bit float/96 kHz resolution. The loopback function allows you to combine your computer’s audio with the F3 inputs to complete the sound for your stream.
What’s In The Box
Package includes
In the box
- F3 Field Recorder
- Quick Tour
Not included
- TCA-1 Timecode Adapter (not included)
Key specs
- Inputs
- USB Type-C
- Media
- 4 - 32 GB cards compatible with the microSDHC specification
- Weight
- 242 g
- Dimensions
- 75.0 mm (W) x 77.3 mm (D) x 47.8 mm (H)
- Power
- 5 W maximum
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| Inputs | USB Type-C | USB Type-C | Sensitivity: -45 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa | 3.5 mm stereo mini (Tip: IN, Ring: OUT) |
| Media | 4 - 32 GB cards compatible with the microSDHC specification | 4-32GB cards compatible with the microSDHC specification | SD card: 16MB to 2GB , SDHC card: 4GB to 32GB | SD cards, SDHC cards, SDXC cards (that conform to standards) |
| Weight | 242 g | 381 g | —Not listed | 520 g |
| Dimensions | 75.0 mm (W) x 77.3 mm (D) x 47.8 mm (H) | Recorder: 78.1 mm (W) x 160.1 mm (D) x 42.8 mm (H) | —Not listed | —Not listed |
| Power | 5 W maximum | 5 W maximum | AA size (LR6) battery x 2 | 10 W |
Full specifications
Input and output channels
| Inputs | 2 |
|---|---|
| Outputs | 1 |
| PHONE OUT: | 1 |
Inputs
| MIC/LINE (mono) | 2 XLR (2: HOT) |
|---|---|
| Input gain: | Adjustment unnecessary (dual AD converter circuits used) |
| Input impedance: | MIC: 3 kΩ or more |
| Maximum input level: | MIC: +4 dBu |
| Phantom power: | +24/48 V |
| Equivalent input noise: | −127 dBu or less (IHF-A) when waveform magnification is ×1024 with 150 Ω input |
Other specifications
| Inputs | LINE: 3 kΩ or more |
|---|---|
| Recorder | 44.1/48/ 88.2/96/192 kHz, |
| Display | LCD with backlight (96×64 resolution) |
| USB | • Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. USB bus power is supported. |
| REMOTE | Dedicated wireless adapter (ZOOM BTA-1) |
| POWER | 2 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH or lithium) |
| Estimated continuous operation time using batteries | Alkaline batteries: about 8 hours NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 8.5 hours Lithium batteries: about 18 hours |
| • The values are approximate. | Alkaline batteries: about 2 hours |
| • Continuous battery operation times were determined using in-house testing methods. | NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 3 hours |
| They will vary greatly according to use conditions. | Lithium batteries: about 7.5 hours |
| Power consumption: | 5 W maximum |
| Dimensions: | 75.0 mm (W) × 77.3 mm (D) × 47.8 mm (H) |
| Weight: | (including batteries) 242 g |
Outputs
| LINE OUT | 1 stereo mini jack |
|---|---|
| Maximum output level: | +1 dBu |
| Output impedance: | 100 Ω or less |
| PHONE OUT | 1 stereo mini jack |
Recorder
| Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: | 2 |
|---|---|
| Maximum simultaneous playback tracks: | 2 |
| Recording format: | WAV |
| Recording media: | 4 – 32 GB cards compatible with the microSDHC specification |
USB
| Connector: | USB Type-C |
|---|---|
| Audio interface operation: | USB2.0 High Speed |
| Mass storage operation: | USB 2.0 High Speed |
Manuals & downloads
- Manual F3 Firmware Update Guide 1 MB pdf PDF
- Manual ZOOM Product Driver Installation Guide 3 MB pdf PDF
- Manual F3 Quick Tour 1 MB pdf — User guide PDF
- Manual F3 Operation Manual 2 MB pdf PDF
- Manual F3 V2.20 Supplementary Manual 468 KB pdf PDF
- Manual F3 Control app - Operation Manual 4 MB pdf PDF
- Document F3 Control app - Operation Confirmed Android Devices PDF
- Spec sheet Compatible microSDHC/SDXC Cards — Specification sheet PDF
- Spec sheet Compatible Software — Specification sheet PDF
- Document Confirmed Applications for 32-bit float PDF
- Document Optimize Windows 10 for Music Production PDF
- Manual Precaution with attaching products to tripod heads — User guide PDF
- Manual Safety and Usage Precautions (Multi-Language) — User guide PDF
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