(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best camera battery chargers

/u/Bootsdamonkey - I have the BMPCC, and with an LCD viewfinder and an inexpensive external battery solution, it is a great camera for run and gun. [Here] (https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipOf1JmbNxoDgNt_1lEWJApfng3s9HyzPQ5giK0FCucnCW9B-fxB9hIGvtwIAY6FwQ/photo/AF1QipOwYp2OJSCMiAIFKeu58KhsKRKrcrWtRtDjz3D9?key=bWEtSUxPalNuWU9OWTNqaHMtT3dWeF9Lamw4d0NR) is how I do it.

The rig in the picture is of the BMPCC ([$995 new] (https://www.amazon.com/Blackmagic-Pocket-Cinema-Camera-Thirds/dp/B00CWLSHUK/ref=as_li_ss_tl?m=A17MC6HOH9AVE6&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1519140138&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) or [$674 used with a 30 day warranty from Adorama] (https://adorama.evyy.net/c/60286/51926/1036?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adorama.com%2Fus%2520%2520%2520%2520966521.html)), an [$89 Kinotehnik LCDVF BM viewfinder] (https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1013082-REG/kinotehnik_lcdvfbm_blackmagic_pocket_2ea_mounting_plates_soft.html) and a [$16.88 battery plate] (https://www.amazon.com/Andoer-Battery-Adapter-NP-F970-Cables/dp/B01FYSD2Y8//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) with a [$2.49 1/4" male-to-male screw] (https://www.amazon.com/Threaded-Double-Screw-Adapter-Camera/dp/B06ZY9ZBS7//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) to connect the battery to an [inexpensive pistol grip] (https://www.amazon.com/JJC-HR-DV-Stabilizer-Camcorder-Blackmagic/dp/B00MRNP2LA//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20).

With a couple of [Sony NP-F550 batteries and a dual charger] (https://www.amazon.com/RAVPower-Battery-Charger-CCD-SC55-Replacement/dp/B0761SH551//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20), you can shoot all day.

Here it is shooting TV spots:

• [Pinocchio Barrique Bottle - Commercial by Matteo Bertoli] (https://youtu.be/ct1QBje_mE0)
  
  
• [Piad’Amore Commercial by Matteo Bertoli] (https://vimeo.com/groups/pocketcamera/videos/108714025)
  
  
• [TV Ad shot with BMPCC by East2WestProductions] (https://youtu.be/EKsKuERzOi0)
  
  
• [The Dream Begins Here CC by ArtsisMedia, Inc] (https://vimeo.com/81148562)
  
  
• [Hockey Promo by Nick Solly] (https://vimeo.com/groups/pocketcamera/videos/79682360)
  
  
• [EXPERENTI wow COMMERCIAL by Lorenzo Milan] (https://vimeo.com/groups/pocketcamera/videos/124810737)
  
  That said, even though I love my BMPCC, today I would recommend the Blackmagic Micro Cinema Camera instead ([$995 new with a free Oly 40-150 lens] (https://www.amazon.com/Blackmagic-Design-Micro-Cinema-Camera/dp/B01D7ZOYUG/ref=as_li_ss_tl?m=A17MC6HOH9AVE6&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1519140243&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) or [$800 used] (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=2&pub=5575034783&toolid=10001&campid=5337235943&customid=&icep_item=323079775686&ipn=psmain&icep_vectorid=229466&kwid=902099&mtid=824&kw=lg)) - for its 1080/60p frame rate (versus the BMPCC's 1080/30p) and superior battery life.
  
  You'll need a monitor (I recommend the [$249.99 Ikan VL35 3/5" monitor with the LP-E6 battery plate] (https://www.amazon.com/Ikan-VL35-Camera-Monitor-Battery/dp/B01IUANCOM//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20)) and a [cold shoe adapter] (https://www.amazon.com/CAMVATE-Mount-Blackmagic-Cinema-Cameras/dp/B014DLP51A//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) to go with it.
  
  The BMMCC is the only 1080/60p RAW camera in this price range and will give you a much wider color palette for grading than other cameras below $2000 (most theatrical pictures are shot in RAW). It will also give you wider dynamic range.
  
  Here are a few TV commercials and promos shot with this camera:
  
  
• [ACCIDENTAL LOVE // PERŁA SPOT by Tomasz Dobski] (https://vimeo.com/180172474)
  
  
• [The Gathering Karak Pancake Ad by Chema García (Mumford)] (https://vimeo.com/165262005) (shot with the BMMCC and the BMPCC)
  
  
• [I Love Rolki ŁÓDŹ by Kuba Sobański] (https://vimeo.com/groups/pocketcamera/videos/182920186)
  
  
• [Carmen Steffens Beachwear 2017 by Michelangelo BernardoniPLUS] (https://vimeo.com/groups/pocketcamera/videos/170094455)
  
  There are many more examples in the [Pocket/Micro Cinema Camera group] (https://vimeo.com/groups/pocketcamera) I moderate over on Vimeo.
  
  Although Blackmagic cameras have a steeper learning curve than consumer DSLRs or mirrorless cameras, and color grading in post is pretty much mandatory - in my view, they are the best pure filmmakers' cameras in this price range and well worth the money - especially if you're shooting for broadcast, theatrical distribution or entry in festivals.
  
  If you decide to get either the BMPCC or the BMMCC, you might want to subscribe over at /r/bmpcc and /r/Blackmagicdesign - lots of knowledgeable folks there who can help you get the most out of your new camera.
  
  Hope this is helpful and good luck with finding the right camera for your needs!
  
  

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I'm not buying anything but eneloop (although others may be manufacturing hybrid NiMH batteries, eneloop are the only I have experience with) batteries from here on out as they're so vastly superior to conventional NiMH batteries, but like mackstann noted, chargers are pretty durable items.

If you go the eneloop route, I'd get chargers that have their long life spans in mind: http://www.eneloop.info/products/chargers.html

If you have a larger collection of older, various cells, Maha and La Crosse both make solid chargers.

That said, whether either manufacturer has a charger that is 100% free of manufacturing/design defects is debatable.

http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?253907-La-Crosse-BC-700-BC-900-BC-9009-Charger-Meltdown-Reports

Hopefully there is someone on reddit who has scoured the internet and can distill this information for us...

EDIT: Ansmann (disturbingly close to assman) chargers seem to be fairly highly regarded as being particularly well engineered: http://www.amazon.com/Ansmann-5407022-Energy-8-Charger/dp/B00017LRCM

Maybe not required, but I think that it's cool to get a custom camera strap. I bought mine on Etsy, and I feel like it has a lot more character than the strap the camera comes with. Plus, Sony straps are kinda skinny so the thicker strap is more comfortable.

The battery charger is a must have though - you can charge your spare batteries when they're not in the camera. Relatively cheap, good to have.

This is definitely most wanted, but relatively cheap item. The charger for my camera's battery is no longer working and I really miss using my camera.

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Edit: My phone autocorrects "fucks" to "ducks" so I have to edit it so ot actually says fucks lol. I hope your interview goes well!

> http://www.amazon.com/2600mAh-Portable-External-Battery-Charger/dp/B00BS63FA2/ref=pd_sim_sbs_e_1/179-3602018-1791231?ie=UTF8&refRID=0VDQMR0P8JJFS3XWCNN1

avoid sketchy USB battery packs!

Get a Miller ML102 and some good 18650 cells (Panasonic NCR18650B is a good popular choice) from fasttech. Now you have a real safe reliable charger for 18650 cells that is ALSO a USB power bank that you can pop a new cell into when empty. And some real reliable safe cells with full rated capacity.

It also sets you up for when you get a flashlight (a real one, a bright one) that uses 18650 cells, in addition to charging your phone and your nerf camera.

Really? That long?

In honour of your raffle phrase an amusing long stabby thing video from Australia. Worth watching until the end.

From my wishlist

Congratulations on ten years.

Oh haha. This is the one I got. I got it because my buddy has one and he liked it. Both are still working strong. To be honest, I have shot 17 hour days with that and 6 batteries. If I can choose, I'd get a few more of the Maximal Powers and another one of these chargers and just leave 4 charging at once and I'll be set.

LP-E6 LP E6N Battery RAVPower Rechargeable Battery Charger Set for Canon 5D Mark II https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B072BBWHRK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_fdHkDbBG6KX5V

I have no experience with it, but comes with two 3rd party batteries for a very reasonable price.

More than likely the battery bank will hold more energy in less space than the camera batteries will. It might be an idea to have a larger battery bank 20,000 to 25,000 mah as it will be more efficient on space and weight, as camera batteries are typically inefficient compared to the newer battery packs.

Grip or charger? If you're looking for a great charger, Nitecore has an awesome dual slot for the NP-FW50.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B074MBMDS3/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

If this your charger then as the page says - it's good for 110-240v, thus all you need is an adapter. Just buy a universal adapter and you'll be good for future trips the world over. No voltage converter or transformer necessary.

Or if your charge is different, then as Haikuz suggested - check the back of your camera charger and see what voltage it is rated for. Almost certainly it's 110-240v anyway, but just to be sure.

Simple explanation as to why: With complicated electronics that are incompatible with local voltage - a transformer is necessary. With simple electronics that are incompatible with local voltage, just a converter is necessary. With electronics that can accept the voltage anyway - just an adapter is necessary.

Could probably use something like this:
http://www.amazon.com/XTAR-Charger-18650-10440-14500/dp/B00HSNRGAY/ref=sr_1_7?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1416467739&sr=1-7

or try your luck with this one:

http://www.amazon.com/XTAR-XP1-Hummingbird-Intelligent-Dual-Chemistry/dp/B00KVWDVT4/ref=pd_sim_sbs_p_4?ie=UTF8&refRID=016347C1VAAED28AYYW3

Or this one that looks better:

http://www.amazon.com/LingsFire%C2%AE-LS-S2-Intelligent-Double-Channel-Rechargeable/dp/B00MN96W0S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1416472192&sr=8-1&keywords=usb+18650+charger

I ordered this one and it has worked really well for me, however I'm sure there are better options.

You can get Sony’s original external battery charger even though it’s price is a little bit steep.

• Sony External Battery Charger
  
  Or you could get some third party chargers for the fraction of the Sony price.
  
• Wasabi Power Battery
  
• Ravpower

Specs say it has USB charging, but with these lower end devices, I wouldn't necessarily trust the device to do a good job. Even on more expensive mods, I get much better results from my Xtar charger than from the usb port - batteries charge faster and last longer with the separate charger.

Any portable battery and inverter should work fine for battery charging. The battery supplies the juice, the inverter gives you AC that the camera battery charger needs. It might be overkill and heavier than you want to lug around unless you can leave it at a basecamp or you are near your vehicle. This is somewhat lighter that might be what you want: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Whistler-XP-200-Watt-Continuous-Battery-Powered-Inverter-Generator-XP200i/303626762

If you mean a power brick for charging phones, you’d need a battery charger that can charge off USB. Something like this should work if you find one compatible with your camera battery: https://www.amazon.com/OAproda-Battery-Charger-Compatible-PowerShot/dp/B06WV9W8S5

Alternatively you can get a charger, that has a USB input like this:

https://www.amazon.com/OAproda-Replacement-Battery-Charger-PowerShot/dp/B06WV9W8S5

You'll generally find people in two camps on this:

1. I'll gladly pay $100 per battery when I'm putting it in my $2,000 camera. It's not worth messing around with the electronics, and I don't want to trust some no-name backwards-engineered Chinese brand when it comes to my camera.
   
   
2. It makes no sense that a camera battery costs $100 when a good four-pack of rechargable AAs sells for $13 and has much higher capacity. It's just a battery - I'd rather have a half dozen, even if they're not quite as good, than one overpriced OEM battery.
   
   I used to only use OEM batteries. Now, I have a mix of Sony and Wasabi batteries. As far as I can tell, they work just the same. That said, part of me feels just a bit safer with the Sony ones.
   
   But do I think the charger alone is worth $88? No. That's crazytalk.

I got mine over the weekend from Amazon, and it appears as if it'll charge both at once. I don't have a 26650 mod just yet to confirm, but bought this charger in anticipation.

LP E6 LP E6N RAVPower Rechargeable Battery Charging Set for Canon 5D Mark II III and IV, 70D, 5Ds, 6D, 5Ds, 80D, 7D, 60D, 5Ds R DSLR Cameras https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072BBWHRK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_HUDSzbQCMD1H8

I was looking into this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/151071891306?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

but the battery only lasts 80min. I was thinking about adding to the battery life with a Usb charger power stick, http://www.amazon.com/2600mAh-Portable-External-Battery-Charger/dp/B00BS63FA2/ref=pd_sim_sbs_e_1/179-3602018-1791231?ie=UTF8&refRID=0VDQMR0P8JJFS3XWCNN1

A quick google search lead me to this and this.

Be wary, off brand accessories can be hazardous to the camera body and/or other accessories.