Before reading this thread I had my heart set on a rode mic...
Now im in two minds.

Amazon.co.uk: VideoMic Kit with Minijack: Electronics & Photo

Would it be better to spend a bit more and buy this one instead?
Amazon.co.uk: Sennheiser MKE 300 Camcorder Zoom Microphone black: Sennheiser: Electronics & Photo

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