The motor noise will probably not be a problem, reviewers just ahve a thing about it I think.
As for the improvement, huge. Good sound is as imprtant as good video imho. Camera mics are totally omnidirectional and not really hifi. A decent well used mic will add hugely to your movies.
Tie clip mics vary in quality from ok to wow. I have and old sony mic and to me it is wow, 50 quid off e bay. I would say be wary of anything much cheaper unless reccomended.
Tie clips are used for getting good vocal pick up from one person, but clearly they will get other sound.
A more flexible soloution is a short shotgun. You can mount this on the camera or point at the source you want, as they are directional they appear to zoom in on conversations ect. Just like your ears seem to do.
Rode and sennheiser make models for the domestic market for around £100.
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