Which microphone type is best for reducing noise caused by wind during outdoor recordings?

The best choice for reducing noise caused by wind during outdoor recordings is the windscreen. Windscreens are designed specifically to minimize wind noise by creating a barrier between the microphone and the wind. They typically consist of a foam or fur material that absorbs and diffuses the wind's impact, ensuring cleaner audio capture. This is particularly important in outdoor environments where wind can interfere significantly with sound quality.

Other options, while having their own benefits, do not focus specifically on wind noise reduction. A pop filter helps to reduce plosive sounds from speech but is not effective against wind noise. A dynamic microphone may be less sensitive to noise sources in some conditions, but it does not inherently reduce wind interference. Similarly, a shotgun microphone is excellent for directionality and focused sound capture but does not provide specific protection against wind, so additional windscreening would still be needed for optimal results.