Budget USB Power Option for Any Camera
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- Опубликовано: 25 авг 2024
- Need more power for your camera? Today we look at iFootage Electric Ray E1 which is a USB power solution for DSLRs and mirrorless cameras ► www.bhphotovid...
With this device, you can use most USB batteries to power your camera for long record times. The unit comes in kits with battery adapters or you can add your own battery adapter.
ELECTRIC RAY E1 KITS
Electric Ray E1 Only (no adapter) ► www.bhphotovid...
Kit for Canon LP-E6 ► www.bhphotovid...
Kit for Sony FW50 ► www.bhphotovid...
Kit for Panasonic BFL19 ► COMING SOON
Kit for Nikon EP-5B Kit ► www.bhphotovid...
BATTERIES
Anker Astro E1 on Amazon ► geni.us/ankerus...
Jackery Giant+ on Amazon ► geni.us/jackeryusb
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It's about time a commercial product got made that could do this. I've been hacking solutions like this for years, glad to see something a little more polished available. Thanks for sharing, Caleb!
I know this is an old video, but I recently purchased the Electric Ray E1 to run my Sony a6000 as a B Cam for a live event I had to record. I did a 4hr continuous recording using the iFootage Electric Ray and a 13000mah USB Battery Bank and at the 4hr mark, the battery level was at 81% and the 6000 never overheated and thanks to the Playmemories hack, I never had a record limit issue.
How did you record it while charging??
@@Moshe_3mm4nu31 I used the Electric Ray E1 with the supplied dummy battery in the kit i bought. I was not using the USB port nor a sony battery.
The iFootage Electric Ray E1 converts the 5 volt 2 amp output of the USB Battery Bank to 8.4 Volts/2 amps exiting the device to power the camera. You plug the dummy battery into the E1 to power your camera.
I've been doing this with my GH2 for the past 9 months, but with a more diy solution. I have a stepup dc-dc module and I use two 5v 2A batteries connected in parallel. Then I convert them with the module to 8.4v , hook up a dummy and its good to go. with my two 8000mah batteries I can get two to three days of shooting.
Please make a RUclips video on your DIY.
Yes, this is and inexpensive option and it works reliably. I used this for a couple of years. I have just recently transitioned to another solution, which again is inexpensive and seems very reliable so far. I am using the Small Rig NPF battery plates (EB2404 and Feel World dummy battery for GH5). It is a much more elegant and simple solution.
Love mine, it works very well too! - Thanks Caleb ;)
Heyo! Good stuff Armando! You're welcome ;-)
Something to check for when using external power solutions on Panasonic cameras:
- Is the touchscreen still working fine? Touch completely stops working when my G7 cameras are powered with a cheap brick.
- Does the external supply introduce extra any image artifacts? I've sometimes seen a raised black level in vertical lines with mid to high ISO or slow shutter speeds when the input power wasn't perfect.
Hey. What batteries do work with the Gh5?
Hey. What batteries do work with the Gh5?
There is a 5v to 9v cable which i use and it works ok with the gh5...,
Thanks for the great video and grey shirt as usual. Can't wait for the GH5 release
It should have a battery contained within it! Still very cool solution!
I just got this little guy too and i love it! powers all my cameras and at $50 it's a steal! I use an indiprotools regulated dummy battery with an adapter and it works great
Sweet! Yeah, works great. Figured it would work well but had no idea it would perform like it did!
Please do a Slider Series. I need your professional recommendation badly. My $500 light set-up is almost complete thanks to your awesome advice.
Nice! I'll look into that!
I remember using dummy battery solution with my old Canon 7D, but you would imagine that in their "latest and greatest" model Panasonic would allow direct charging from the USB power bank, like in my beloved Samsung NX1.
Exactly! I am using the RAV Power 26800 mAh on my Samsung NX1, and I don't have to worry about running out of juice, especially on wilderness hikes where I won't have access to an AC charging outlet for a number of days. This particular powerbank can run for 9 straights days without a re-charge, which is plenty for my hiking jaunts to power the Samsung, a GPS unit or my cell phone if I have coverage.
Rafal Gawinski honestly i can shoot whole day with my GH5 with a single battery. When i was using sony i need 2-3 batteries daily.. So I don't need more than 1 extra battery to be safe..
That's right, Sony mirrorless cameras are known for rubish batteries. Luckily with my Samsung I can shoot whole day with a single battery as well... unless I start making timelapses. I suppose it's the same situation with the GH5.
I own a Case Logic power bank which actually powers up my GH5, but the weirdest thing happens. The moment I zoom out the lens, the monitor goes black until I return back to the regular view. Listening to your video might have revealed the problem to me. You indicated that the power back should have a 2A output; I just checked mine and guess what? It's 1A. Thanks very much for pointing that out.
Bummer that the USB cable is attached; that'll be the first thing to wear out. But this is a terrific idea.
fathers day sales on amazon have dropped the prices on many usb power solutions 😌
Bles up yourself Caleb
Watched and ordered this same product for my GH5, same Anker battery , it just don't work. Contacted Ifootage and they said it's not for gh5..... You seem credible and knowledgeable, however could you please remember there are people like myself here in Jamaica would can't just jump in a taxi and return flawed stuff, thus you being the source of influence in our buying decision regarding product like this, must be absolutely sure about what you put your stamp of approval on.
Continue your good work, you have been a good source of information etc.
Now this is how you comment negatively without resorting to verbal abuse. Caleb only shared his knowledge on the product based on his experience, but you are absolutely right, people like him must be thorough with their research otherwise, it will become a source of frustrations to others. Still, if you put your comment this way, the world feels lighter. Keep it up
I've been waiting for this video so long. thank you
At this price I really wish there was a screw type safeguard like what we see on some 3.5mm headphone/mic jacks to prevent the power cord from being yanked out
Hello Caleb, why can't you just use a power bank with a dummy battery?
Brilliant gadget. Need to wait for them to ship to the UK.
Great video Caleb! This is a good solution for USB power and it's not that big. Thanks for the research and for making this video. You rock bro!
I need this for my A6000. Thanks. I hate relying on the battery. I have a DC adapter for in studio, but this would be great for recording stock footage in the field.
So the link in B&H was sold out and had to order though Amazon. I ordered the black one but only ordered the converter as I had a dummy battery already. Unfortunately when it arrived that is when I realized the plugs did not match. So I just ordered the actual Sony coupler from iFootage. I recommend buying the whole kit at $78 as I ended up spending an additional $37 (w/ shipping) buying it individually. I'm guessing there is an adapter I can buy but I'd rather have the coupler.
I used a 5v to 9V converter USB cable and a dummy battery. Power sources is a 20,000 mAh battery. The total cost is US$30 and I don't need any more LP E6 for my Canon 5D2 and 5D3. I don't mount the adapter/battery on the flash mount. I put them in my pocket.
samacochan could you please share a link what did you buy?!i really wanna buy it asap,thank you
need a link for this stuff! thanks
Great video as usual, keep learning new useful tips! Thanks
Whats the camera you recorded this video on ..its amazing clarity
Thanks for making this video. I was going to build a battery pack and this might do the trick. You can now get the E1 from Amazon or B&H for $49. Problem for me is they don't have a module for the 800D but I have an AC adapter that comes with a module that might work.
Good option for extend Battery. But I think we should organize the strap.
Kenny Lee
Hi, I would need exactly something like this, to power different Devices on my planned camera rig from one Power Source. Ideas? - Problem is, they can have different voltage demands
Hello ive bought a powerbank with 20000mah from Anker. It has an output of 2,4A. Somehow when i use the camera the battery percentage drops. Ive recorded 3-4 minutes and it droped from 85 to 78%. Why? The powerbank is connected and the option for usb charging is enabled. Please help me out. Thanks!
Thanks sir ! it's helpfull
I would like one for Fuji. I miss using powerbanks like I did on my A6300.
Great vid and set up! This channel help me so much!
Thanks!
But this product looks awesome and I definitely am going to have to pick one up as well as some of those batteries! Great video Caleb!
Nice! Really does work well. Can't believe I got 2.26hrs on my GH5 running non-stop at max settings/stabilization!
DSLR Video Shooter so that's 2.26 hours of nonstop recording?
There are in-line in Aliexpress for $2. You don't have to buy that $49 converter. Just search: USB power boost line DC 5V to DC 5V / 9V / 12V Step UP Module USB Converter Adapter Cable 2.1x5.5mm Plug
Do you have a video for something like this for newer cameras like the g85?
Does timelapse and picture mode work without problems? It seems there is a way to get around it with cheaper solutions though..
Caleb can you think of a way to use the ifootage with the Canon M50? There doesn’t seem to be an E-12 dummy, except the one Canon makes. Canon’s does have a DC input, so maybe make up a cable to connect it to the ifootage DC output? What do you think of that approach? Do you know the DC connector sizes it would need to work?
Any one run into problems using this on a Canon 7dmkII ? I’ve bought the Electric Ray E1 recently and tried using my Anker PowerCore 26800mAh Power Bank, everything powers up until I take the first photo then the low battery indicator starts flashing and the camera turns off. The power bank is pretty powerful and fully charged and practically brand new in terms of battery health.
Nikon does not make a cable for D5500. Thanks a bunch.
You make great videos Caleb! :-D
Finaly a nice way to do that.. Thank god
why do you need the ifootage electric ray? i have my powerbank adapted to a usb 5v to 8v barrel plug, which I then put in the dummy battery. kosts about 20 $
What battery bank would you recommend for the Canon M50 mkii?
So I did a more thorough investigation of the power bank. It has 2 USB outputs, and while one is 5V/1 the other is 5V/2.1. Next. Anker 733 GaNPrime PowerCore 65W 10,000mAh 2-in-1 Hybrid Charger has 5V__3A/9V. Is that safe?
Thank you for another great video, just wondering what lens adapter you're using in this video, doesn't look like a Metabones.
this thing is a game changer
Does it work with Nikon D5200?
I bought it for my Nikon D800 camera. Didn't work until I bought - Quick charge PowerBank (xiaomi 2C)!
With normal charge speed PowerBank will work only with Nikon D7000. For all other compatible models (D810, 600, 610, 7100 ...) you will need Quick Charge PB. It cost aprox. 40 EUR.
Are all the Electric Ray E1units the same, and for a Panasonic GH4, all that's needed would be a suitable dummy battery?
Hey Caleb thanks for the video! Have you ever had any problems with dummy batteries killing cameras? I’ve seen some people post about killing the pcb on G7s from using dummy batteries..
Interesting device. What if something requires higher than 5v? For instance iKan field monitor requires 7v through it's normal looking USB port.
Do portable battery packs even go that high?
This is a really interesting little product. I see in the video that the battery level shows on the GH5 screen as if it had a standard battery in there, have you noticed if it still gives a reasonably accurate level when using the Ray and a power bank?
Also, having a quick look at larger power banks, do you know if ones with a higher than 2A output are suitable? Such as the Jackery Titan? Cheers :)
I'd think that the battery level on the screen isn't accurate because the device gets (hopefully) stable 5v from the Powerbank and boosts it up to 8,4ish V. Battery charge is normally measured through the Voltage, which shouldn't change. Long story short probably no.
The Amp rating on a constant Voltage source (like the Powerbank) usually defines the maximum Amperage which can be drawn. So a higher Amperage Output isn't a problem as the device simply draws not the maximum.
Makes sense! cheers
Great video. I was wondering when your a6500 guide is coming out? I'm really keen on getting it.
Caleb, I bought this for my GH5 but I'm having some issues. I keep having to take the coupler battery out and put back in 4-5 times for it to work. Any ideas?..thanks.
mobilewon did you resolve this ? As I am having same problem in my case it’s not even recognising
GH5 & G85 question:
I am recording through the ATEM MINI pro ISO. Is there a way to set these cameras so they will NOT automatically shut off if left unattended?
Thank you!
Hi Caleb, a fair while has passed since you put this up so wondering ? Have you any knowledge of where to get a GH5 coupler now ? Nice easy power setup there, lightweight and not very bulky either. Cheers Stu .
900,000 mah 5v battery $15, Panasonic dummy battery $8, Adjustable 5v to 9v converter $6. $29 total.
Does it work for canon m50?? Please help me and thanks 🙏
Hey, very good video. Is there any full set for my Canon 6D Mark II, it uses LP E6 batteries. Thks for answering
Hi please reply can I use 20000 mAh power bank for camera continues charging?
Any problems?
Is there a kit available now for GH5?
There is also a "Ex-Pro Sony On-The-Move 7600mAh Rechargeable Battery Power System" for cheaper. Do you have experience with that? I was considering to get that, but now your video came and I'm kind of thinking which is better :)
hey good works. but please do you know if this will solve the over heating issue of a65 Sony?
Could be handy, some devices don't handle USB as you would expect them to.
many thanks
Awesome video..
Keep it up..
Can dummy battery direct to powerbank ?
saw another video the person was using 9v battery pack is that too much ? to me it did and I just bought my canon from what I read in the manual
Hi Caleb! Do you recommend a powerbank with 3a output, not just 2a? It seems like 2a is underpowered for current cameras such as the M50 or Lumix (G7 and newer). Thanks!!
Can I use for my Canon M6 Mark II?
Can you power the E1 with a wall plug? Is there an A7III dummy battery? And lastly, are there any better options for the A7III now in 2018? Thanks in advance!
Could you use the DC cable to plug into a wall solution? or Plug the USB into a wall?
Hey Caleb, have you heard anything on the Panasonic dummy battery? Everywhere I have looked say their on back order. I bought a dud on eBay out of desperation.
Caleb, Did you checked if works this system with an stabilizer like Zhiyun Crane V2? I mean the power + the battery assembled above the camera. Thanks.
Cool way to use USB bricks.
Nice lens Caleb is that a Canon 50mm FD Mount?
Wouldnt i just get a Sony FP-xxx with the FP50 dummy adapter plate bypassing the need for a converter? i can then velcro that to a tripod or carry in pocket if run and gun.
Hi Caleb, when using this device, does the GH4/GH5 is the battery indicator accurate? I see in your video it was reporting max.
Also, this is a good solution if you can plug in an 'Anker' type battery, AND also power off mains. i.e. charge the usb battery backup, so if someone trips on your mains, your battery takes over. =>
It would be awesome if the unit had a small battery in itself, so you could hotswap battery packs without having to stop doing whatever you're doing.
What is the advantage over just connecting your anker powercore+ via usb directly to the camera?
Here is why this unit is "better" than using the camera's USB jack:
1) Since the USB power source is charging the battery (via the USB jack on the camera) and not powering the camera, you're losing power due to inefficiency. That same USB power source would give you more power longer if used as a direct power source.
2) That charging of the internal battery with cause some amounts of heat from the battery. This could push some cameras into overheating.
3) Many of Sony's cameras eat up a lot of power fast, so the USB jack on the side won't keep up with the amount of power needed. My a6500 will eat up a battery even if I start at 100% with USB connected.
All in all, this and other direct USB options are more efficient and will last longer than using the USB jack on the camera.
Bart Boom - Ditto with the Panasonic GH-series...
Since the dummy battery coupler is connected via a wire that goes into the iFootage unit, how does the battery compartment close on the bottom of the camera with a wire sticking out of it? Wouldn't that leave the battery area exposed to the elements if that door has to be kept opened in order to accommodate the coupler wire? What am I missing?
wittsdream - I can't speak for other cameras, but the Panasonic GH series has a "cable port" with a rubber cover (for when not using external power) so you can close the battery door when using an external power battery adapter. Panasonic included it with the circa 2012 GH3.
Okay, was wondering about that. Thanks.
Wen I plus coupler into wall camera works fine.
Powerbank it works for 10 sec and gives error saying change battery pack.
Power bank is
Output 5v - 2A
3800mah
Droidz Hunterz I thought the purpose of the iFootage device was to convert the power bank from 5v to 8v... after all it is a step up converter right ? Where you having the same issues ?
Thanks. Plz help. Don't understand what link is suitable for gh4?
hi, i cant find this product anymore, is it still useful ?
Are they going to make a kit for the G7?
Will this work on Sony hx400v
hate the Red color for the unit, and white cable. It should be black or grey.
When was the last time DSLR Video shooter featured a DSLR?
haha, dslr is dead for video :P
not trendy anymore
ps. i m stilling shooting with dslr
Brian Tam Mirrorless is taking over yeah
Where’s the one for the GH4 battery coupler?
Any word on availability? The GH5 version is not listed anywhere yet...
Hi you said for the "Kit for Panasonic BFL19 ► COMING SOON". Do you have any news about its availability ? thank you
Does this thing solve the Sony a6000/6300/6500 overheating issue? I think more of us would like to know
What's the solution for Panasonic Lumix G7?
Siyad A I would assume the same as the G5, with the dummy battery adapter for the G7.
Do you have for panasonic GH5?
Would this work with the BMP4K?
I just took a V-mount to Sony Np-f970 converter plate, with the DTap out connection, which puts out 12- 18volt and up to 8amp, to a DTap to 12V connection to my BMP4K, and 48dollars later had a cheap BMP4K power solution, Two sony NP-F970 batteries brought it to 97dollars. Took awhile,for the plate to ship, four weeks, but has been reliable and lasts 6 plus hours of constant filming.
bro do u know any other way for power monitors and led lights via power bank.
Hey Caleb, how do you like the tripod seen in this vid?
is there any way to power a camera from the mains, please?
Why not use a standard mains to USB adapter? Then run a USB wire from that to this featured device?
Is it risky for your camera? I am planning to use a dummy battery with a power bank in GH5. Any opinion guy? Thank you.
is there a batterie Version for Canon 700d?