7 Best Camera Power Gear Options for Video!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ก.ค. 2024
- Lets talk about the best camera battery power options!
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POWER OPTION 1: Gold Mount and V-Mount Batteries
I mainly use the Comer batteries as they are affordable and offer lots of power.
Comer V-Mount Batteries on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/8iADrN
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POWER OPTION 2: V-Mount Plates
Gold mount or V mount plates allow you to power multiple devices off of a single plate.
Here are a few models I really like that won’t cost an arm or a leg:
Tilta V-Mount Baseplate
Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/tAAZcwQ
eBay: rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-532...
Soonwell V Mount Plate on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/KOJlxfx
Fotga V Mount Plate on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/pXe41P
All V Mount plates on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/BkSP
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POWER OPTION 3: NP-F Battery Plates
Ansso Battery Plates on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/03Bpr7z
Blindspot Power Battery Plate on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/ts9E6A6
Tilta F970 Battery Plate
Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/PBM4jc
eBay: rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-532...
Tilta F970 Battery Baseplate
Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/Y3cUB
eBay: rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-532...
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POWER OPTION 4: USB Power
If you’re camera has a USB input and can accept power, you can just use a simple USB cable. If you want to completely power your camera off of 5v, you’ll most likely need an adapter like the following units:
iFootage Electric Ray
Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/Ax8NAU
There are other cables and adapters available for less but I wouldn’t personally trust them very much.
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POWER OPTION 5: Battery Grip
Camera Batteri Grips on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/DBLPsj
I’ve purchase several cheap battery grips and love them! Just read the reviews to find one you can trust.
I’ve had good results with Meike, Neewer, DSTE and others in the past.
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POWER OPTION 6: Camera Monitor
Here is a list of my current favorite monitors that will power your camera:
SmallHD Focus
Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/Xvj1W6
B&H: bhpho.to/2WO3TJV
AndyCine A6 on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/tDCB4CB
Fotga A50 Monitor on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/XjgR
Battery that allows you to power your camera from any Monitor can be found here on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/BUbK
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POWER OPTION 7: Camera AC Adapter
Just search for “Your Camera Model AC power adapter” and you should find what you’re looking for!
THATS IT!
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MY MAIN CAMERA SETUP
Panasonic GH5s on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/gh5s
Viltrox Speedbooster on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/y2CORa
Sigma 18-35mm on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/sigma18
Benro Tripod on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/i2ZUCA
MY LIGHTING SETUP
Aputure 120D on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/88Akm
Aputure Light Dome on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/aputurelightdome
Falcon Eyes 24TDX on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/OdOb
Rolling Stand on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/Jh97BK8
MY AUDIO SETUP
Deity Shotgun on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/aputuredeity
Sound Devices MixPre-3 on Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us/vHsiYi6
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The sound of mounting the V-mount battery is amazing.
Always on the lookout for new and affordable gear for my camera. Currently I shoot on a 200D, primarily video, and I always need a good option for longer battery life, so these options look to be super helpful. Thanks for putting this together.
Really like that all your videos are 4k - Definitely the way to go in 2019. Great video. :)
This was a very good video. A lot of knowledge to help with power your equipment and it dose not break the bank. Thanks
Super helpful, Thank you!!
That blindspot powerjunkie is so great! I love mine!
but it cannot power a monitor + camera at same time....
@@andugo are you sure it can't it has multiple ports?
sicko video, thank you. having problems with my 100d's small battery for timelapses. cheerios!
What timing! I was going to do some research on third party external power sources! Fantastic!!
Thanks for another great video, Caleb! Very comprehensive!
As always, wow loads of info. You have for sure been doing your research. Thanks!
Awesome, Caleb! Thanks a lot
I really like the Tilta V-mount unit that attaches underneath your camera. What a great find. Thanks, Caleb!
Great video, summarizes what I need to know to alternatively power a rig.
This couldn't have come at a better time. I was choosing all the parts I want for my GH5 rig (using suggestions from your videos and blog posts), but I wasn't sure what kind of battery solution to go with. With this, I decided I'm gonna start investing in V-Mount batteries. Thanks Caleb!
Right on time needed this! Thanks!
Man! Thanks for thissss!
Thank you for this kind of content.
Another great video for us Mirrorless Camera users - Thanks Caleb!
You have just enlightened me and made my life easier. Thanks for this awesome video. 👍🏼
Thanks for including products you would not necessarily recommend. Very helpful.
very very helpful, thanks again
These are some amazing options. Will definitely be picking up that small tilta.
I love the a6500 setup! Good find, Caleb!
a7s good to
Valuable information. I appreciate it man. Thank you very much.
i've had the ansso one on my a7sii for a few years. works great and its nice not having to change batteries all the time.
Always posting great and useful videos
I was just searching around for usb battery setup options, but that Tilda under plate is exactly what I wanted!!
i appreciate the list that you made for this too, thanks a lot!
great video, given me some fun ideas. cheers buddy
Great info! Thanks. Also, love the finger flick to get ride of the bad NP-F plate.
Awesome information. Thanks Caleb.
Thank you for watching!!!
Great video, i am just building my new BMPCC and this helps for the power part. Thanks!
Ivan Anic I’m working on a MONSTER Pocket 4K build that I think you’ll like ;-)
@@dslrvideoshooter Nice, i am starting with complete TILTA cage system. So many options to build, from basic body to fully rigged film camera, cant w8 for your version of buikd. :)
Listen everybody if you need a Camera guide? This is a great place to get one. When I got in the photography I purchased the Panasonic G7 camera guy from him and wow didn’t make a difference and learning how to use that camera. It made me become a better photographer. Thanks
thank you this gave me external power ideas for our next shoot 🙏🙏🙏
Hogi Wirjono thank you for watching!!!
Informative and professionally done. Thank you!
Was just looking for an alternative for my annso adapter. QC must be all over the place. Mine cuts out all the time on my XT3. The tilta options look promising.
Coming in clutch again, Caleb. Thanks for making this video.
Great channel. You are what i need.
Loving those Tilta battery mini sleds 🛷
I am using the ifootage electric ray. I have put together a cable to plug direct into the camera.
That way I can still have a battery in the camera as a power reserve.
Amazing, charging up, so easy now with ifootage.
An awesome and interesting video as always
techboymn thank you so much!
Are there any brands you recommend for the battery grips?
Fried my GH5 running a 10v cable from gold mount to dummy battery 4 days ago. Of course this comes out today.
Seems to mention "A ton" a ton of times ;) love the videos
Hi. I like your tutorials, they are always clear and straight to the point. Speaking of the powering solutions, are those truly universal and work for any camera? You refer to Sony and Canons, but will they work for a Nikon? I am afraid to fry my camera trying. Thank you!
Great video! I got the dummy battery + powerbank (no need for ifootage). I do admit it's not really practical for run and gun shooting, because I don't carry around a cage to attach it. However, I shoot most of the time on a tripod so I just hang the powerbank in a small bag and hook it where I can. Otherwise, I have three small batteries that last at least 1h30 to 3h00 depending on how much footage I shoot.
I use an Anker battery also sold as EZOPower, that has two USB ports and one DC Power port with 9v and 12v output. It powers my Canon 6D and 60D, as well as my Canon RP camera. I also have the FP Flashpoint battery that powers my flashes but also has a DC port to power my camera with the proper dummy load to camera.
That Tilta NPF baseplate has my attention
Nice Vid!
My man don't miss.
Thank you so much for the Tilta options. I have the Nucleus nano and am in love with Tilta's build quality. Will consider their options.
One thing I do not like about my Blindspot is the lack of a see through aka cheese plate style 1/4" mount. Was experimenting on a recent event photoshoot with my Canon M5 as my secondary camera and my style of mouting it did not work. Having said that, I was surprised by how power hungry my main camera was. My X-T2 with grip including the 3 batteries, devoured them really fast. Guess I was too used to my DSLRs with their LP-E6ns.
Also, thank you for sharing about the ones you think are dangerous. I have that bulky one too from amazon and used it once with my M5 and the Crane 2(for some reason none of my DC cables fit into the Crane 2's Output)
BTW could you do a video about the various DC cables out there? I need a structured mini crash coure on the purpose and function behind each pin design. Would love watch a video about that from bot you and Gerald Undone. Together, you guys ccan really give quite an in depth education on such topics in your own styles.
Thankfully my equipment and me were safe, gonna toss that bulky one into the recycle station this weekend.
I've been looking at leveling up to V-mount and seeing that Tilta mount changed the game for me. Now, just have to wait for a good cam to drop: Sony A7Siii or Panny S1H.
The "WALL OUTLET" for the win! Great video, Caleb!
The wall is undefeated
Lol
Sooo much knowledge in this video - really appreciate it, Caleb!
I don't know whether you take up requests from your audience in any way. But is there a chance that you can be persuaded into talking a bit about the possibilities of charging batteries through solar power?
I can't find much info on that on the interwebs. All I can find seems to be about charging power banks and phones. And if there were anyone I would like to introduce me to charging NP-F's and V-mounts with the power of the sun, it's you!
The only problem I found with the extended battery packs (at least the Sony one for my A7S) is when you use a follow focus, the camera body still moves and is noticeable when pulling focus quickly :/ BUT! I am so thankful for the other options you provided in this video. Thanks again man!
thanks!
I used to use an Atomos Power Station, but I was having some problems with this. Recently I have purchased a USB battery solution with the two plug connector. It has been running fine. It ran my GH5 for 11 hours continuously. I also have an Indi Pro Tools PortaPak which has a tremendous amount of power (98 wh) for only $100. I like the PortaPak the best.
I'm getting me a tilta, thanks Caleb
Nice video again, Caleb ! Very helpful
Just discovered the Tilta NP F baseplate, such a great device
I have a question : i have a sony a7III and the Sony NP-FZ100 is 7.2v. There no issue at using a 7.4v power ? i'm not really into electric stuff ....
Thanks a lot mate !!
Great and super helpful video. Can u pls make a video on how to custom white balance on the fuji xt-200
Excellent video! What about using with a gimbal, without getting the dummy battery cable becoming tangled up with the gimbal's motors? Thanks, Caleb!!
Great video as always. Wondering if you recommend powering a Pocket4k with the Tilta plates that output 12v. I'd love to go straight to the Weipu instead of a dummy battery if it will output 12v.
Somehow your calm demeanor frightened my dog while he was eating and now he won't eat 😂😂😂
Hahaha! Sorry!!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️5 Star, great video!!!
Great review ... but I miss the core svx solution. I use it for powering my BMPCC4K and monitor and I'm very happy with it.
Good point! Should have included that.
@@dslrvideoshooter Well ... I like you channel anyway ... a lot ;)
thank you
The mounting sounded like loaded a magazine in a gun. Really for a while. That defines good recording arrangements. New lesson.
Thank you for an awesome and informative video. I actually have two of those cheap battery adapters you mentioned, and yeah, they suuuuuuck.
I also would not recommend some off brand battery grips. I got a Vivitar battery grip for the a6500 for free. It worked fine until the camera decided it didn’t recognize it and shut off... right in the middle of my bride and groom’s first look. Thank goodness I had two other cameras rolling!
I'm planning to get fuji xt3 with tilta vmount baseplate and fxlion nano one. With this combo you can power the camera from USB c and external monitor from dtap or dc out at the same time 😊
Hey Caleb very nice vidéo you put here! Would you recommend a compact solution to power the Nucleus Nano motor while using it on a gimbal ?
I found a small tube USB battery seems to work best. Otherwise you could use the Power Junkie to power your camera and the motor.
I've used a dummy battery and external battery pack for a long time with my 5d mk III with no problems. We're talking about 12 hour music video shoots too.
Been thinking of getting the blindspot for months now to power my B Camera
great review, I miss the SMALLRIG 2698 NP-F
Be cool if you could have a lighting blueprint of your lighting set ups. Might just be the inspiration for my next shoot.
4:44 - 6:04, Q: Once you connect this smaller set up together what do you connect external battery and camera to?
6:05 - 7:03: With this small / mini set up I'm still not quite sure HOW you connect this to the camera, then the battery back to the camera or to a tripod mount?? Wish you would have shown this (complete) set up as you did the others. Sorry, I wasn't quite able to catch on to these two concepts. Could you explain better here? Thanks for sharing your wealth of knowledge.
Good demonstration of the current technological hurdle - batteries! Pay all that money for the most compact mirrorless and you surround it with battery?
Mounting the vmount battery under a Blackmagic Pocket Cinema camera would be a great way to still have access to the built in monitor.
That shot of you flicking away the cheap np-f converter haha
"GET THAT NP-F CHEAPO PLATE OUTA MY FACE"
Thanks Caleb. I had never heard of the Tilta 790 base plate. Just ordered one for my Pocket 4K. How come no one is talking about this?
Thanks for the video I've needed! I'm going to buy Tilta V-mount Battery Plate, but I can't figure out which cables I need to buy to juice my gears. I have A7R III, Atomos Ninja V, and Small HD 702. Please~~:)
I like the fact that a lot of battery grips hold 2 batteries but of course that will depend on the camera and grip being used.
Super helpful! I have a question about the GH5s grip that you own if you have the time to answer. I had tried and eventually returned the DSTE branded grip, but am wondering if I had a bad unit or maybe I’m expecting too much...
I found that my rig flexed a little bit between the grip and the main gh5s body. This was exaggerated when the camera was in the smallrig half-cage, paired with a heavier lens like a 24-70, and held by the top handle.
Also, will your ansso dummy battery work with the grip? The one with the SmallHD didn’t work for me.
Great video once again! Whenever I use my usb powerbank to dummy battery with dual usb to my gh5s, it works fine until I need to set white balance and I click the shutter. It ends up restarting the camera. What do you suggest? Battery grip? Or different usb option?
Hey Caleb, really interested in knowing if you have tested the life span of that Sony NP-f battery with USB and 7.4v plugs. Many off-brand NPF batteries seem to not last more than a year or two of usage, such as Wasabi. This one you showed us is even cheaper than Wasabi, I'm skeptical that it will worth it in the long run. I wouldn't want to have another bucket of these batteries..
Thanks for sharing these ideas!
Hi Kaleb, did you know you can hotswap your batteries when using a batterygrip.
I've purchased the offbrand batterygrip that you recommended in your "My favorite camera setup" video, for my GH5. And with 1 battery in the body and 1 in the grip, you can hotswap batteries for unlimited power.
I'm usually a massive fan of getting off-brand kit but I've had issues with my Newer battery grip for my GH5 corrupting files when it switches over between grip and internal batteries.
I kinda get the pain you went through. I would suggest looking into a used battery grip from the camera maker itself. Got a used, well kept example for my X-T2 at a great price off ebay
@@JoaquimGonsalves I agree with Joaquim. Used gear > off-brand gear
@@weplaywax Unless it's Godox. :p
Hi Caleb, @1:26 you mention the cable that will convert 14.8 v to 7.2 v or 8.4 v. Can you please provide link to cable. Cheers! Thanks for video.
Hey Caleb,
Do you have any links to the dummy battery cables that you recommend? Thanks.
thanks for video!
could you tell me, output ports in Tilta F970 Battery Plate is 55x21 or 55x25 ?
8:24 that plate can be mounted on any side of cage that has 1/4 20 screws? BH photo site makes it seem it can only go on tripod base screw?
Hey Caleb, could I ask you a question about which V mount power splitter you would use?
Hey Caleb,
What ever happened to the 'big camera' comparison you teased some months back?
Great video as always! I need your help, I've chosen to go with your recommendation and I got a power junkie. I have a problem though. I've hooked up my camera via a dummy battery and now I'm attempting to provide power to my Andycine A6 4k plus (also one of your recommendations), problem is what cable do you recommend for that. The only outputs I have left on the Junkie are usb.
This is the only thing I hate on TH-cam. Some creators ask you to comment below and when you do, you never get them to respond
This is great but: You totally skipped out on the new 'hype' which is mini v-mounts! So relevant with all these small setups
8:49 Aww man I literally just got one of those today.
Which one?
Caleb, you forgot wearing a solar panel as a hat and running that 12v to your camera rig 🤪😃🧐😜 seriously though great roundup of the options👍
so as your camera is running through the Weipu, battery supply voltage starts to drop as the battery is drained. The duration of when the voltage drop too low for the transistors to fully switch cause excessive heat, eventual turning your transistors into resistors, shutting down the camera, eventually damaging the transistors.
The Battery Compartment has circuit protection apparently, shutting down when it see Low Voltage, saving the camera from heat, but leaving 40% battery with unused charged.
Battery slot takes between: 6.2v - 10v
External Input (Weipu) between: 10.8v - 20v
So basically don't use the Weipu if you don't have a way to monitor your battery voltage as it drops, below 10.8v using the Weipu is cooking your camera even tho it is running longer.
Wow, great overviews, tons of info. Subscribed. Keep up the great work Caleb!😎🇦🇺👍
Guess that tilta vmount would be good for the blackmagic pocket 4k instead of the core swx. Especially if you get several batteries instead of more than one core swx 🤷🏾♂️
FINALLY😍🥰😋
Thank you for sharing your experience. What battery solution would you suggest for powering the bmpcc (non 4k) with a lamp and sound recorder?
Hey Caleb! I have a question about one of plates with the dummy battery. What cable do I use to power my atomos monitor?
Hi pretty good review but the one thing i'm trying to find out about the power junkie does it let you charge while you are using it?