BRAUN AdapterShoe HS-01: Add a Flash or Mic to Your Camera

By BRAUN Photo Technik Germany – Seit 1915 | Published: 2026-10-24

Category: How-to Guides

Learn how to use the BRAUN AdapterShoe HS-01 to attach a flash, microphone, or LED light to compatible Sony camcorders. Step-by-step guide with common mistakes to avoid.

Quick answer

The BRAUN AdapterShoe HS-01 lets you mount standard accessories like flashes, microphones, or LED lights onto Sony camcorders that lack a standard hot shoe. Follow the steps below to attach and use it correctly.

Why you might need the AdapterShoe HS-01

Many Sony camcorders use a proprietary accessory shoe that doesn't fit standard flash or microphone mounts. The BRAUN AdapterShoe HS-01 converts that proprietary shoe into a standard hot shoe, giving you access to a wider range of accessories.

What you can attach

Once mounted, the adapter works with any accessory that uses a standard hot shoe mount: external flashes, shotgun microphones, LED video lights, or wireless receivers. The adapter itself is passive, so it does not add electronic contacts—check your accessory's compatibility if it requires camera communication.

How to attach and use the BRAUN AdapterShoe HS-01

1. Check your camcorder compatibility: The HS-01 is designed for specific Sony camcorders with a proprietary accessory shoe. Look for the small sliding mount on top of your camera. If it has a narrow groove rather than a standard hot shoe, the adapter should fit. Common mistake: forcing the adapter onto a standard hot shoe can damage both the adapter and the camera.
2. Slide the adapter onto the camera shoe: Align the adapter's base with the camera's accessory groove. Slide it forward until it clicks or stops. Tighten the small locking screw (if present) to secure it. Checkpoint: ensure the adapter is fully seated before tightening to avoid wobble.
3. Mount your accessory: Slide your flash, microphone, or LED light onto the adapter's standard hot shoe. Push it all the way forward and lock it with the accessory's own locking mechanism (usually a thumb wheel or lever). Common mistake: not locking the accessory can cause it to slide off during use.
4. Test the connection: Turn on your camera and accessory. For a flash, fire a test shot. For a microphone, record a short clip and check the audio level. For an LED light, verify it powers on. Checkpoint: if the accessory doesn't work, it may need electronic contacts that the passive adapter does not provide.
5. Adjust and secure cables: If your accessory uses a cable (e.g., an external mic), route it neatly along the camera body and secure it with a cable tie or velcro strap to prevent tugging on the adapter. Common mistake: letting the cable hang loose can pull the adapter loose or damage the accessory port.

Product details

BRAUN SONY AdapterShoe HS-01: BRAUN Adapter Shoe HS-01 für bestimmte Sony Camcorders. Mit Hilfe des Adapter HotShoe können Zubehörgeräte wie LED Videoleuchten, Mikrofone usw. in Verbindung mit bestimmten Sony Camcordern benutzt werden. This adapter bridges the gap between Sony's proprietary shoe and standard accessories, so you don't need to buy Sony-specific gear.
BRAUN SONY AdapterShoe HS-01