That's a difficult question. I have not used the Zoom recorder, so I can't comment on it.
As to which is better, the DM-520 or the Ls-7: In my opinion, the button configuration and the case are better with the DM-520. The audio quality on the dm-520 is unquestionably good. The case, with its kickstand and flap that you can open, is far superior to the sleeve case for the LS-7. The sound quality on the LS-7 is better -- fuller, even more life-like. There is a variable low-cut filter that, if you set it to 100Hz, does cut down on wind noise if you're making outside recordings. The central mic does improve the sound quality. And you can put up to a 32GB SDHC card in the LS-7. It's a tough call. If you've been happy with the Dm-5, I'd go with that -- although, at least a couple of days ago, the LS-7 was cheaper on amazon. It all depends on what your wife plans to use the recorder for. Ironically, the crappy case on the LS-7 is a major drawback; there is no belt clip or kickstand, and you can't fold down the top flap while keeping the recorder in its case. Hope this helps. John Riehl -----Original Message----- From: pc-audio-boun...@pc-audio.org [mailto:pc-audio-boun...@pc-audio.org] On Behalf Of G. McFarlane Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 5:29 AM To: PC Audio Discussion List Subject: Re: comparison between the LS-7 and DM-620 Hi John Thanks for this comparison. I have a couple of questions. I already have a DM5 and wish to buy another for my wife. However things have obviously moved on - would you say that the LS7 is better than the DM5? If so, in which ways? I like to record interviews and for this use my DM5 and probably more often the Zoom H1. Would you think that LS7 has better features than them for this purpose? Thanks. Gordon McFarlane -----Original Message----- From: John Riehl Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 2:41 AM To: pc-audio@pc-audio.org Subject: comparison between the LS-7 and DM-620 I've purchased both the Olympus Ls-7 and the DM-620 and want to post a brief comparison and review of the two recorders. The short version: I'm going to return the DM-620 to amazon. Although both recorders have three mics, the Ls-7 has better mics -- the two side mics stick out more than the DM-620 mics. there is no comparison re the quality of voice recordings; the LS-7 gives a much richer, life-like bass sound to recordings, even when recording in MP# mode. The DM-620 does not have a "pre-record" mode, which buffers two seconds of recording; the LS-7 has this mode. The DM-620 also does not have a 100HZ or 300HZ low-cut filter; you can either turn the low cut filter on or off on the DM-620. The LS-7 has a 100HZ and 300HZ low cut filter choice. both recorders have the same button configuration, which, in my opinion, is inferior to the Dm-420 or Dm-520. the record,/pause and stop buttons are on the front face of both recorders, not on the side as they are on the DM-520. The case on both recorders is terrible; it is really a sleeve. It does not have a flap that opens and closes, nor does it have the "kickstand" feature like the dM-520 case. Both recorders have the same level of voice guidance; 95% of the menu choices talk. Neither recorder gives you system memory info, nor can you set the clock by voice as far as I know. But all of the record, lay, file, etc, selections speak on both recorders. In short, if you are looking for an excellent digital recorder, spend a few more bucks and get the LS-7. You won't be sorry. . John Riehl To unsubscribe from this list, send a blank email to: pc-audio-unsubscr...@pc-audio.org To unsubscribe from this list, send a blank email to: pc-audio-unsubscr...@pc-audio.org __________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 6290 (20110713) __________ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com To unsubscribe from this list, send a blank email to: pc-audio-unsubscr...@pc-audio.org
