SmallRig announces LP-E6NH battery for Canon, priced at $39.99 USD.

[AlanF]

I ordered a couple of these just now to add to our ongoing LP-E6 variant review (https://camnostic.com/2021/02/powering-the-eos-r5/). In terms of getting Green H+, it's very likely that these will achieve that. The question is for how long.

Canon's OEM batteries typically keep the green H+ capacity all the way through about 65 percent of battery use. We tested a couple dozen of them, and it was pretty consistent. Of the four non-Canon LP-e6NH batteries (those not reporting as NH cannot do green H+), they average about 25 percent of battery use before the green H+ capacity goes away. Interestingly, if you had a third party battery and a Canon battery in a battery grip together, green H+ would be available using both batteries all the way down to the level at which Canon's crapped out.

Thanks for all your testing. Bought some Neewer as they are so cheap (the Canon are 4x the price in the UK at £120). By using them as well, the original Canons will go through fewer cycles and last longer.

 

[Exploreshootshare]

I was so intrigued I ordered two batteries. The ability to charge via USB-C directly sounds very intriguing for me as I can just switch the battery, put it on power bank in my backpack or car and just keep on shooting And compared to the Canon LP-E6N it does offer a way higher capacity Oh, final thought: I like the blue color (my favorite) as it helps to immediately distinguish the batteries from the Canon LP-E6N´s I have.

 

[LesC]

Appears to be available now on Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/SMALLRIG-L...6NH+Rechargeable+Camera+Battery,aps,89&sr=8-3

 

[Mace_Photo]

Would be great if these would also be chargeable IN camera. Can anyone who buys them find that out?

 

[Exploreshootshare]

Would be great if these would also be chargeable IN camera. Can anyone who buys them find that out?

In about three weeks I can tell you whether it works with the R7 or not. I guess there are people on this forum who could tell you sooner though

 

[Tahoejr]

$10 shipping is definitely less than ideal for such a small item.

 

[Dragon]

Weight is usually a pretty good indicator of capacity, so if this one is lighter than the the OEM battery, it likely has less real capacity (claims aside).

 

[Marphoto]

I'm interested in seeing what Tig and the Camnostic team find with these batteries. As Camnostic and other testers have demonstrated, no third party battery beats OEM in terms of power delivery (including H+), durability, and longevity. Even those cells which purport "more power", drop off the curve after a couple of cycles.

 

[Jayk0607]

I'm interested in seeing what Tig and the Camnostic team find with these batteries. As Camnostic and other testers have demonstrated, no third party battery beats OEM in terms of power delivery (including H+), durability, and longevity. Even those cells which purport "more power", drop off the curve after a couple of cycles

I agree. Third party batteries also have worse QC. Some are better than another and some are really bad. I've been opting for Wasabi for a while, and their 2 packs are cheaper than one OEM. They don't last longer but they've been pretty good for a backup. However, I recently noticed that one of LP-E17 doesn't hold charge. I've had it since the release of RP. I'm still debating whether to get one OEM or third party.

 

[jeffa4444]

Been using Duracell LP-E6NH batteries along with Canon originals since January in both the R5 and R6MKII. They charge in the Canon charger and they last slightly longer than the Canon batteries. Had zero issues with them.

 

[djack41]

Slow news day when a new 3rd party battery makes the lead story!

 

[AlanF]

Been using Duracell LP-E6NH batteries along with Canon originals since January in both the R5 and R6MKII. They charge in the Canon charger and they last slightly longer than the Canon batteries. Had zero issues with them.

Only £45 for 2 or £67.50 for 4. That's 6+ for the price of 1 Canon.

 

[bbasiaga]

I ordered a couple of these just now to add to our ongoing LP-E6 variant review (https://camnostic.com/2021/02/powering-the-eos-r5/). In terms of getting Green H+, it's very likely that these will achieve that. The question is for how long.

Canon's OEM batteries typically keep the green H+ capacity all the way through about 65 percent of battery use. We tested a couple dozen of them, and it was pretty consistent. Of the four non-Canon LP-e6NH batteries (those not reporting as NH cannot do green H+), they average about 25 percent of battery use before the green H+ capacity goes away. Interestingly, if you had a third party battery and a Canon battery in a battery grip together, green H+ would be available using both batteries all the way down to the level at which Canon's crapped out.

That's good to know. I have only Canon OEM batteries right now for the R6. If you are a stingy with your power settings - I run mine in airplane mode, low speed view finder, rear screen off - you can get the green H+ a lot lower than 65%. I was down to about 13% at a soccer tournament and still getting it when the battery was pretty new. Mainly switched over to ES mode, so have not really re-tested now that the battery is older.

-Brian

 

[Bdbtoys]

Would be great if these would also be chargeable IN camera. Can anyone who buys them find that out?

The usb connector is on the side of the battery (which is completely obstructed once in the camera)... so that will be a no-go.

 

[woodman411]

Been using Duracell LP-E6NH batteries along with Canon originals since January in both the R5 and R6MKII. They charge in the Canon charger and they last slightly longer than the Canon batteries. Had zero issues with them.

May I ask where you purchased the Duracell's from?

 

[shadowsports]

The usb connector is on the side of the battery (which is completely obstructed once in the camera)... so that will be a no-go.

The camera won't run with the battery door open so placement doesn't matter.

 

[sanj]

Fantastic. Small Rig makes great products...

 

[divinshire]

This is fantastic news.

finally a battery that can be easily charged in a car. very useful when travelling and on the move.

and waaaaaay cheaper that the OEM version.

 

[Bdbtoys]

The camera won't run with the battery door open so placement doesn't matter.

It can run with door open/off, there is a small button that needs to be depressed by the hinge. Thats how people are able to use dummy batteries or the grip.

 

[shadowsports]

True, if someone wants to hack it. The rubber grommet for the cord allows the door to close with a dummy battery. The grip has a tab that depresses the button. I've never understood someone who wants to use a screw, toothpick, tape or whatever to try and bypass the door.

The body has USB-C PD. You can't use both. So you want the battery door open or removed and a battery you can plug in to? So you can leave the door attached, but open or removed with the button taped or depressed?

This battery is not a power or charging solution. Wouldn't a USB-C PD or VMount be a better and more graceful option. The door open / off thing , open cavity or hack sounds like a bunch of unnecessary maneuvers. Sorry I'm not seeing the benefit. If you want to use a gimbal, just use a splitter.