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The following polar chart compares the Rode NT1 to the NTG5. Here you see that the NTG5 provides a narrower field of view compared to the NT1 and is significantly more sensitive. How they get a small-diaphragm mic to be more sensitive than a large-diaphragm is a mystery to me, something about a Mr. Tony Faulkner engineering some magic. This should justify the difference in price ($159 vs $499) for field recording while walking, and it comes with a nifty pistol grip. Having the microphone in hand may help you quickly change the aim when desired.
KJS 04/2025