NOTE: Remember that you can basically use almost ANY brand of USB power bank or adapter to charge your camera's batteries. You do not need to only purchase the Fujifilm-recommended Anker brand (PowerCore 26800). And if you are shooting nothing but stills, then consider that having USB-C PD (Power Delivery) would not be as important. However, if you want to fully POWER your camera and be able to shoot continuously 4K 60fps video, w/o worrying about draining the internal battery, you do need the higher power delivery USB chargers/adapters, regardless of brand. If you have any model or brand suggestions that work for you, feel free to mention them below in the comments.
Great video as usual. An fyi for X-H1 owners, I use a Ravpower 26800 powerbank that powers the camera, connected with a micro-b usb to usb-c cable, with great success. That powerbank also has two usb-a ports, so I can power the camera and a dew heater for my lens while doing long astro sessions in colder temps. As a test of the duration, I shot over 5000 images via the interval timer over about 10 hours, with the dew heater connected. The powerbank still had 2 out of 5 charge indicators at the end of it.
What about xt4 dummy batteries? I want to use my xt4 without the battery. I was waiting for this video for almost a year and i really would like to know about xt4 power option without having a batttery inside. No typec AC adaptor that i tried could power it just by AC outlet. Is this possible?
I woke up and was about to search on how to charge my camera using power bank when I go to a photography walk. And saw your Instagram post. You’re a godsend Chris 😘
6:48 not sure if someone else already pointed this out, but this isn't true for the X-T4. With that camera & battery grip, you can charge all 3 batteries in the camera via USB-C! I've done it myself and it's pretty handy not needing a separate charger.
I have a 2-foot right-angle USB-C cable that I zip-tied to around half of my camera strap. With the cable in the camera you barely notice it's there because it follows the strap exactly until it gets to my shoulder area. After that, it optionally gets plugged into a USB-C extension cable that is coming out of my camera bag or backpack, and that's where the power bank is. It's lightweight, convenient, tangle-free, and I can shoot all day. Basically it's charging the whole time it's hanging around my neck while I'm moving locations, and I don't notice the cable because it's essentially part of the strap. Just make sure you get the right angle USB cable or it sticks out a little far for comfort and you could break it off.
Phew! You deserved a tip for that one. Very engaging, informative and comprehensive as usual. Even a bloke from down under can understand it. (Even with a mind that still says ASA) Thanks Chris
Truly a mundane subject made interesting and insightful. Thank you for giving a dose of medicine with with a hint of sugar. Please keep up the great content!
You can get fujifilm dummy battery's, they sometimes come with the original fujifilm power adaptor that is used for grips. Thanks for another greate video.
I got the grip for my X-T3 even though I grumbled about it seeming overpriced, then discovered that it came with the AC adapter that some other camera manufacturers would have charged separately for. So there it was, Fuji over-delivering again! Personally I like the ergonomics of the grip with a heavier lens, or if I know I'll be shooting a lot in portrait orientation. Thanks for another great video!
FYI for those considering a dummy battery. There is a small rubber pop-out plug on the battery door that provides an exit point for the dummy battery cable while allowing the battery door to be closed. I've seen some users who are unaware of it and leave the battery door open on their camera when using a dummy battery.
Thank you for explaining all these options. Well done. I got one question regarding power supply (X-T3/T4). Let's assume the camera has a dummy battery but no power source is attached, the camera tether mode is set to fixed and it is set to ON. If now the dummy is connected to a power source does it start up and initiate USB connection automatically? Fujifilm Support told me it would stay in standby mode. Is that correct? Best wishes.
Thanks for making such a thorough video. I've been wondering why my power bank wasn't working for this - turns out I wasn't using the right USB cable! Fixed thanks to this :-)
You are the man thanks so much for this I thought my camera was faulty now I know its most likely the weak power supply. I've just subscribed. U legend!!!!!!
NB! There are actually two (2!) types of original Fujifilm NP-W126 batteries. With exactly the same form factor! The older NP-W126 and the newer, more powerful NP-W126S. For easy identification, the older is marked with an orange square and the newer with an orange circle. When I use the older version (that I got with my X-E2) in my X-T3, I get a warning at startup and in use the camera is not as responsive. As an example the viewfinder gets laggy and virtually useless in scenarios like motor sports. I even think some high performance functions are disabled. I assume the same may be true when using (some?) third party batteries.
Thanks Chris. Loads of good information there. I was looking at your video today as I am trying to buy a used Fuji X-T3 or X-T4 at the moment and I've heard recently that the camera settings on some X-T3 models might get reset to factory setting if the battery is taken out of the camera. Some reviewers say that could apply to all Fuji cameras. Maybe it is if the battery is left out for a long time, or 3rd party batteries used. I'm now dubious about all the used X-T3 or X-T4 cameras for sale on ebay, as those seller might have that fault and hence are selling the camera. I have never had the problem with my X-T30, although I only charge it when the battery is in the camera and I only have the one, original Fuji battery that came with the camera. Thanks for all your great videos.
Very useful, thank you. My local camera store said that I needed to buy a dummy battery *and a "(Tether Tools Case Relay) Camera Power System"* as well as a power bank to provide continuous power to my X-T2. I didn't go ahead because of the cost and complexity. But you say that it's possible to connect the power bank directly to the dummy battery, which would be a simpler, cheaper solution. But I guess the choice of dummy battery is critical...
Sorry for my English;) Credits to the Google translator. The video is incredibly comprehensive. Good luck we have the Fuji community with you. I bought a 10000mH PD Anker brand powerbank and it works fine. It is small and I can carry it on top of the camera. For a long shoot it may not be enough. It is true that it does not appear among those recommended by Fuji although I think I have seen it in your video. In Europe we can buy batteries from the Patona brand with a duration very similar to Fuji. Especially the Platinum model. It is true that over time they swell but if you buy from Amazon they give you new units. I really am very scared of the matter. With the Patona battery pack that I mentioned earlier, they delivered a charger for two batteries. Well, with that charger the batteries take a long time to charge and I don't know if that's good. I am also afraid of tethering with the camera when connecting a computer. I guess nothing's wrong but I can't help thinking about it.
Thank you for this info, and all of your other great content! I just ordered a few Godox flash units, and a radio trigger for them. Your Godox videos will be a Godsend in getting them set up!
You have gone over every detail and more about powering and charging. Thanks for the great info, much better and easier to learn and better than trying to figure it out or reading a manual etc.👏👍😊
Extremely useful and informative clip. You covered all the bases... Thank you dearly & needless to say, you have a new subscriber with double thumbs ups
Thanks for this video! In my job they have a Fuji X-T30 and I didn't know it could be powered by USB-C. I have the same macbook charging "thing". I will try it. Thanks again from Portugal.
Thank you very much for doing this video. I am planning on upgrading to the X-S10 (the camera that you don't like) or maybe the X-S20 and will be taking it to photograph the total solar eclipse in Waco in 2024. As I will be in a park or field, an external power supply will be needed as hundreds of photographs will be taken and the camera will be left on for several hours in order to cover all phases of the eclipse. Unfortunately, earlier on this year I bought a 2A power bank for powering my hydrogen alpha filter. After looking at your video, I think that the easiest solution would be to buy a power bank with power delivery.
I've been using that Anker power bank for over a year now and it's great for all day shooting, just heavy. I keep it in my backpack with the cable poking out to the camera while I'm shooting video on a gimbal. I tried mounting the power bank on the rig, but the added weight is just too much when already holding a gimbal. I think Anker has some smaller ones now that also do PD.
Very informative info in this video. Thanks. But if I may make a suggestion, put some shock absorbing material (tablecloth, rubber pad, etc) on your table. The noise from dropping things on the table is a bit annoying and distracting. I learn to notice these things during my 40 year career in the electronic media. 😁😉 But other than that, the way you explained the potential problems that could be associated with using non-OEM batteries or other things is easy to understand and take into consideration. Thanks for that.
Guys don't forget to use a surge protected power strip if your powering your camera from the wall it's super important so that you don't brick it. I only use branded fujifilm batteries Had some batteries made by wasabi power and they just weren't nearly as good.
You solved my biggest problem … I have 3 batteries for XS10 but 4K shoot in studio drains them too fast. That MacBook charger solution saved try money and time … I am gonna try that
Thank you master Chris, I'm not able to get another spare battery in time for my shoot but alternatively I will be charging in on set via my laptop which is better than having nothing at all ah!
Hey Chris, you really know how to transfer a quite boring topic into a blockbuster! Now I got why my X100V or X-S10 are not charging when connected to the computer to use X-Raw Studio... I only use Fuji batteries (have 5 of them) but a 3rd party charger because Fuji does not provide at least a dual charger :-( However you provided us with a bunch of possibilities and great explanations! Thank you!!
Anytime! Yeah, the entire charging/powering thing often confused me as well as the camera. I hope one day Fuji can add more info to the camera manual, LOL!
Honestly speaking, (and this is my experience and humble opinion, i use a x-t3) i don't think PD is making much difference if you aren't using the camera for power heavy work. Because; yes the battery will deplete with non-PD (although it will deplete much slower comparing using no powerbank at all) but even if you are using PD, battery will deplete after the powerbank depleted anyways. Whilst a non-DP attached, battery will just deplete slowly enough that battery won't be completely depleted before the non-DP powerbank depleted, so it will still use all the juice. Think of it like this, in scenerio A: you have a 10000 mA/h PD powerbank and a NP-W126A battery with 1140 mA/h. the camera simply use PD first then use the battery, and it uses the whole 11140 mA/h. in scenerio B: you have a 10000 mA/h non-PD powerbank and a NP-W126A battery with 1140 mA/h. the camera drains the non-PD and the battery at the same time but it will still use the whole 11140 mA/h (unless you use the camera for heavy power consumption situations like using recording 4k@60 etc) if you use the camera for taking a photo then taking another photo couple minutes later, or using the eye sensor mode for LCD etc, the battery won't deplete fast enough to deplete completely before non-PD powerbank.
Great review, thanks. Have to admit, though, I feel much better charging my batteries in the charger and not in the camera. Funny, because I will charge them in the Fuji xp140 camera or the Panasonic cameras, but just like the Fuji XT4 and X100V cameras too much to risk it. Don't care if that's wimpy...would rather replace a charger than an expensive camera. 😉
Just got my first ever Fuji camera (XT-4) and the extra battery charger and something is definitely not right; but I can't tell if it's the battery charger, the XT-4 cable, or the XT-4 wall adapter charger. At least your video reassures me that it is OK to get another cable and wall charger so long as they are good brands and supportive of power delivery. I was worried something might go wrong if I used anything except the 5v 3a 20watt suggested in the manual. At this point I've also got a third party external battery charger, which seems to work perfectly (unlike the Fuji version). Just wish I could understand what was going wrong with what. But anyway at least I can go ahead and take some pictures now.
I use the battery grip when shooting video on my X-T3 but have to use the larger cage. I’m thinking of going to a small cage and just fix a power bank to it. I do like the ergonomics of the grip but don’t like the added size of the larger cage. One worry about using the power bank is the usb-c port isn’t reliable, many users have have their port damaged or just wares out from constant use
I would like to see a video about using D-tap with X-T4 cameras! Thought it was not an option so I bought the anker power bank which works fine as well but isn't as easy (and stylish) to put on a rig.
Im using a Samsung PD USB charger that works like a charm to keep the camara on forever when using it as a streaming device. And an Anker PD powerbank when on the move. (X-T3)
Great facilitator!!! Just one little question: It seems to me that my X=T10 does not have a light indicator on the body to let me know that the USB connection is doing its job.
Thank you for a great overview! One thing I am still confused on - does a batery still need to be present in the camera if you want to power the camera directly from usb c + ac adapter? i plugged in my xt-3 to a 20w charger via usbc, but removing the battery immediatly turns it off. I also dont see "USB Power Supply Setting" in my camera's settings - which i assume might be a firmware issue?
Hello! I have an issue with my XT3. The original battery keep draining till it die even if the camera is turned off. Do you know what the problem could be? Both the camera and the battery have less than one year and I have this problem for 6 month now.
I'd be curious to know what a decent PD USB Powerbank would be recommended for a portable rig set up. Something that is small, compact, not too heavy, a good compromise basically but still gets the job done.
I had a massive problem with third party batteries while Tethering!😓😓 the battery fried, it wont charge again and I think it fried my battery charger too when I tried to charge it! I was a strong believer of third party batteries, but after that ... not anymore, I think even my camera got some damage😓 Thank you for this video! It was awesome!
Short question: Did you ever use a Smallrig VB-V-mount battery to power your Rig? I am just figuring out how to connect camera (X-H2S) AND Atomos monitor to a Smallrig VB50 battery. I do have a "dummy battery to USB-C" cable and an Atomos "DC-to USB-A" cable. Unfortunately, it's not working with those two. I guess, the Atomos should/could be powered with a "D-TAP to Atomos DC" cable. The camera should be fine with a "W235-dummy to DC" cable (which I would power via the 8V port of the VB50 battery. ... Any thoughts ?
I LOVE your videos, Chris and have learned a lot by watching them. That said, I think this one covers too much information too quickly! For example, you gave a strong warning about the risk of using some dummy batteries and AC power adapters without either naming a single brand that is unsafe to use or a SPECIFIC recommendation for one that is SAFE TO USE.
Excellent topic and one I was hoping would be discussed. I have noticed that the Fuji X-T30 behaves similarly. However, since the time of X-T30 firmware 1.40 release, certain USB adapters *will not* charge the battery through the USB port on the camera, but the same USB adapter will work with an external battery charger. I further found that the Apple 5 W adapter will charge the battery through the USB port, but its 12 W adapter does not. Upon review of the USB charger specs, the 5 W adapter delivers 5 V @ 1 A whereas the 12 W adapter delivers 5.2 V @ 2.4 A. Note there is a 200 mV difference in the loaded voltage between adapters. This leads me to wonder if the firmware release 1.40 restricts over voltage on the power regulator in the X-T30. I wish to ask Fuji if this is one of the “minor bug fixes” in their recent FW release.
This video is super helpful, thank you. I own an X-S10 and am stuck trying to understand the following message in the USB POWER SETTINGS menu: "Unable to supply power via device with lightning terminal set to off". Is this something to worry about? I noticed when I'm connected via USB power, the screen shows a plug icon, but the battery still drains. Any idea what's going on there?
Thanks for this instructive review. Personally, I prefer to charge my batteries outside the camera with the charger ( i have 3 batteries without the grip) . Charging the batteries via USB-C scares me even using the recommanded Anker Power Bank... You never know, a voltage surges can happen and jump the card into your camera. I prefer to play safe :-) Thanks
EDIT: I found the problem, I was using a Sony USB-C Cable with a splitter for a headphone jack to charge via USB-c and have headphone output thought 1 USB-C and this cut out the powerdelivery while running the camera even coming from the wall charger. Original question was : Why can´t it be simple.. I have an XS10 and I want to continuesly shoot 4K connected to a powersource (should be EASY but no). You mention at 11:35 that it only works connected to a computer if USB charging settings are enabled.. why not with a wall adapter? I have the right cable, the right wall adapter and my battery is draining out while shooting...:/
you didn't mention that using a usb wall charger (and thus the usb port) seriously restricts, if not intentionally prevents the mini-display port output from being used.
NOTE: Remember that you can basically use almost ANY brand of USB power bank or adapter to charge your camera's batteries. You do not need to only purchase the Fujifilm-recommended Anker brand (PowerCore 26800). And if you are shooting nothing but stills, then consider that having USB-C PD (Power Delivery) would not be as important. However, if you want to fully POWER your camera and be able to shoot continuously 4K 60fps video, w/o worrying about draining the internal battery, you do need the higher power delivery USB chargers/adapters, regardless of brand. If you have any model or brand suggestions that work for you, feel free to mention them below in the comments.
🤔 Can you, please oh please please, do a video about batteries for Fuji (orig vs third party and which third party battery is best)? Please 🙏🙏🙏
Great video as usual. An fyi for X-H1 owners, I use a Ravpower 26800 powerbank that powers the camera, connected with a micro-b usb to usb-c cable, with great success. That powerbank also has two usb-a ports, so I can power the camera and a dew heater for my lens while doing long astro sessions in colder temps. As a test of the duration, I shot over 5000 images via the interval timer over about 10 hours, with the dew heater connected. The powerbank still had 2 out of 5 charge indicators at the end of it.
What about xt4 dummy batteries? I want to use my xt4 without the battery. I was waiting for this video for almost a year and i really would like to know about xt4 power option without having a batttery inside. No typec AC adaptor that i tried could power it just by AC outlet. Is this possible?
@@berkdeniz he was pretty clear about that. You should rewatch the video.
I have a Fuji XS10. Would I be able to use the camera while charging USB?
In one video you've addressed literally every unanswered question I've had about powering and charging my X-T3 -- thank you!
LOL - I was LITERALLY about to order another battery for my XT-3 when this showed up in my feed. As always - thank you.
Go Wasabi man!!!!!
He covers every base of Fuji cameras. This channel is mandatory to all Fuji users! 🎖
I woke up and was about to search on how to charge my camera using power bank when I go to a photography walk. And saw your Instagram post. You’re a godsend Chris 😘
6:48 not sure if someone else already pointed this out, but this isn't true for the X-T4. With that camera & battery grip, you can charge all 3 batteries in the camera via USB-C! I've done it myself and it's pretty handy not needing a separate charger.
Good to know.
I have a 2-foot right-angle USB-C cable that I zip-tied to around half of my camera strap. With the cable in the camera you barely notice it's there because it follows the strap exactly until it gets to my shoulder area. After that, it optionally gets plugged into a USB-C extension cable that is coming out of my camera bag or backpack, and that's where the power bank is. It's lightweight, convenient, tangle-free, and I can shoot all day. Basically it's charging the whole time it's hanging around my neck while I'm moving locations, and I don't notice the cable because it's essentially part of the strap. Just make sure you get the right angle USB cable or it sticks out a little far for comfort and you could break it off.
13 minutes on how to charge the camera. You’re amazing.
wait until the sequel: 57 minutes on how to remove the SD card.
@@pal2tech then I will enjoy 4 times more 😃 You’re incredible. Have a nice weekend!
Superbly helpful video. Thank you. For anything Fujifilm, this channel is a Godsend.
Phew! You deserved a tip for that one. Very engaging, informative and comprehensive as usual. Even a bloke from down under can understand it. (Even with a mind that still says ASA) Thanks Chris
Am from Aus too.. Loyal subscriber to pal2tech
Honestly your videos are the most informative, especially for film user moving to the new digital systems.
Brilliant, on point, comprehensive, pure information with utmost clarity. Made my life easier, thanks pal
Thanks you Chris, I now understand where you're catching your energy ! Very good fine tuning about this matter, we never take time into detail about.
Truly a mundane subject made interesting and insightful. Thank you for giving a dose of medicine with with a hint of sugar. Please keep up the great content!
Pal2tech always on point in time of need! Thank you ❤
You can get fujifilm dummy battery's, they sometimes come with the original fujifilm power adaptor that is used for grips.
Thanks for another greate video.
I got the grip for my X-T3 even though I grumbled about it seeming overpriced, then discovered that it came with the AC adapter that some other camera manufacturers would have charged separately for. So there it was, Fuji over-delivering again! Personally I like the ergonomics of the grip with a heavier lens, or if I know I'll be shooting a lot in portrait orientation. Thanks for another great video!
Thanks for your video. Quick to the point, lots of points, great background and cadence. Thanks for the information!
Thank you for this video. I have two battery, and a power bank for my Xt4, and all is perfect!!
I hit the like button before intro ends. Every time.
Awwwwww... thanks Bob!!! 🙏 🙏
FYI for those considering a dummy battery. There is a small rubber pop-out plug on the battery door that provides an exit point for the dummy battery cable while allowing the battery door to be closed. I've seen some users who are unaware of it and leave the battery door open on their camera when using a dummy battery.
Thank you for explaining all these options. Well done.
I got one question regarding power supply (X-T3/T4). Let's assume the camera has a dummy battery but no power source is attached, the camera tether mode is set to fixed and it is set to ON. If now the dummy is connected to a power source does it start up and initiate USB connection automatically? Fujifilm Support told me it would stay in standby mode. Is that correct? Best wishes.
I was actually just thinking about batteries and power for my Fujifilm cameras this morning. This video was so helpful! Thank you!
Ironically, I misplaced my xt3’s battery charger when this video came out a few days ago. Thanks for saving my behind that day with this video Chris!
Thanks for making such a thorough video. I've been wondering why my power bank wasn't working for this - turns out I wasn't using the right USB cable! Fixed thanks to this :-)
What cable did you replace it with? Does it need to have a specific feature or something? TYIA!
@@paulgochoa I found the Anker one it came with (the USB end has Anker indented)
@@alexjames421 Ok thank you!
thanks for sorting out all my doubts about charging my new X-T200
You are the man thanks so much for this I thought my camera was faulty now I know its most likely the weak power supply. I've just subscribed. U legend!!!!!!
This guy is brilliant…thank you!
NB! There are actually two (2!) types of original Fujifilm NP-W126 batteries. With exactly the same form factor! The older NP-W126 and the newer, more powerful NP-W126S. For easy identification, the older is marked with an orange square and the newer with an orange circle. When I use the older version (that I got with my X-E2) in my X-T3, I get a warning at startup and in use the camera is not as responsive. As an example the viewfinder gets laggy and virtually useless in scenarios like motor sports. I even think some high performance functions are disabled. I assume the same may be true when using (some?) third party batteries.
Thank you, Chris! Great information, entertaining, and now I'm energized!!!
Thanks John!!! 👍
Thank you very much for making this video. If you're ever in Sydney I'll buy you a beer!
I learn so much from you every time!
Fab stuff, thank you. Your enthusiasm is infectious. It does wonders for my mojo!
Yay, thank you!
Thanks Chris. Loads of good information there. I was looking at your video today as I am trying to buy a used Fuji X-T3 or X-T4 at the moment and I've heard recently that the camera settings on some X-T3 models might get reset to factory setting if the battery is taken out of the camera. Some reviewers say that could apply to all Fuji cameras. Maybe it is if the battery is left out for a long time, or 3rd party batteries used. I'm now dubious about all the used X-T3 or X-T4 cameras for sale on ebay, as those seller might have that fault and hence are selling the camera. I have never had the problem with my X-T30, although I only charge it when the battery is in the camera and I only have the one, original Fuji battery that came with the camera. Thanks for all your great videos.
Thanks! great video! Now it became clear how the charge works from an external source!
Very useful, thank you. My local camera store said that I needed to buy a dummy battery *and a "(Tether Tools Case Relay) Camera Power System"* as well as a power bank to provide continuous power to my X-T2. I didn't go ahead because of the cost and complexity. But you say that it's possible to connect the power bank directly to the dummy battery, which would be a simpler, cheaper solution. But I guess the choice of dummy battery is critical...
Just make sure your dummy battery has USB to connect to a power bank
You rock. Thanks for all your thoughtful videos that get to the point without wasting time.
Thank you! 🙏
Thank you Chris, you answered all the questions about the power.
Woaw such a great explanation. Thanks man :) You answered all the questions.
Thanks man you are right on point every single time. Proud.🎉 xs20 owner now
Sorry for my English;) Credits to the Google translator.
The video is incredibly comprehensive. Good luck we have the Fuji community with you.
I bought a 10000mH PD Anker brand powerbank and it works fine. It is small and I can carry it on top of the camera. For a long shoot it may not be enough. It is true that it does not appear among those recommended by Fuji although I think I have seen it in your video. In Europe we can buy batteries from the Patona brand with a duration very similar to Fuji. Especially the Platinum model. It is true that over time they swell but if you buy from Amazon they give you new units.
I really am very scared of the matter. With the Patona battery pack that I mentioned earlier, they delivered a charger for two batteries. Well, with that charger the batteries take a long time to charge and I don't know if that's good. I am also afraid of tethering with the camera when connecting a computer. I guess nothing's wrong but I can't help thinking about it.
Thank you for this info, and all of your other great content! I just ordered a few Godox flash units, and a radio trigger for them. Your Godox videos will be a Godsend in getting them set up!
Thank you!! That's awesome to hear about the Godox units!! I'm thinking about making some more Godox-related info and help videos.
Such an amazingly informative video!!
You have gone over every detail and more about powering and charging. Thanks for the great info, much better and easier to learn and better than trying to figure it out or reading a manual etc.👏👍😊
Hi Chris , Thank you as usual helpful video . Hopping your son Birthday party went well , all the best to you all
Excellent as usual , it help me , Thak you . All the best to you all , hopping your son birthday party went wonderful
Marcos!!! Thank you so much!!! It was awesome!! 👍
Extremely useful and informative clip.
You covered all the bases...
Thank you dearly & needless to say, you have a new subscriber with double thumbs ups
Thanks, Chris. Have a great adn relaxing! weekend!
Thanks Florian!!! You too and see ya on Coffee Time on Monday!! Cheers!!
Thanks for this video! In my job they have a Fuji X-T30 and I didn't know it could be powered by USB-C. I have the same macbook charging "thing". I will try it.
Thanks again from Portugal.
Excellent information!
Excellent video, thanks Pal.
You got it Johnny!!! 🙏
Great advice Chris! Thank You!
Anytime Benjamin!!!! Awesome to see you here!!! 👍
Muchas gracias! Toda la información fue muy clara y de gran ayuda! Thank you!
Thank you very much for doing this video.
I am planning on upgrading to the X-S10 (the camera that you don't like) or maybe the X-S20 and will be taking it to photograph the total solar eclipse in Waco in 2024. As I will be in a park or field, an external power supply will be needed as hundreds of photographs will be taken and the camera will be left on for several hours in order to cover all phases of the eclipse.
Unfortunately, earlier on this year I bought a 2A power bank for powering my hydrogen alpha filter. After looking at your video, I think that the easiest solution would be to buy a power bank with power delivery.
As always Chris, extremely interesting and very informative video. I really appreciate your work and have learned a lot from you.
Thank you so much for this informative video.
I've been using that Anker power bank for over a year now and it's great for all day shooting, just heavy. I keep it in my backpack with the cable poking out to the camera while I'm shooting video on a gimbal. I tried mounting the power bank on the rig, but the added weight is just too much when already holding a gimbal. I think Anker has some smaller ones now that also do PD.
Very informative info in this video. Thanks. But if I may make a suggestion, put some shock absorbing material (tablecloth, rubber pad, etc) on your table. The noise from dropping things on the table is a bit annoying and distracting. I learn to notice these things during my 40 year career in the electronic media. 😁😉 But other than that, the way you explained the potential problems that could be associated with using non-OEM batteries or other things is easy to understand and take into consideration. Thanks for that.
Exactely.
Guys don't forget to use a surge protected power strip if your powering your camera from the wall it's super important so that you don't brick it.
I only use branded fujifilm batteries Had some batteries made by wasabi power and they just weren't nearly as good.
You solved my biggest problem … I have 3 batteries for XS10 but 4K shoot in studio drains them too fast. That MacBook charger solution saved try money and time … I am gonna try that
Really great video. This is exactly the information I was looking for. Thank you!
Thank you so much, that's awesome to hear! 🙏
Very useful and informative! Thank you very much
Superb info, thank you!
Thanks for the information, it cleared my doubts to charge Fuji film camera , 👍👏👏
Thank you, it was useful (recently bought an X-S10 camera) 💛
Thank you...very informative.👌👌
Thank you master Chris, I'm not able to get another spare battery in time for my shoot but alternatively I will be charging in on set via my laptop which is better than having nothing at all ah!
VERY helpful! thanks!!
always brilliant thanks
Powerbank is the way! Shot a wedding yesterday (video at 4k 60p all day) and was only at 60% after 9 hours.
Chris you just saved my ass 😂 a wedding tomorrow and a broken charger.... In camera charging it is! 😅
Hey Chris,
you really know how to transfer a quite boring topic into a blockbuster!
Now I got why my X100V or X-S10 are not charging when connected to the computer to use X-Raw Studio...
I only use Fuji batteries (have 5 of them) but a 3rd party charger because Fuji does not provide at least a dual charger :-(
However you provided us with a bunch of possibilities and great explanations!
Thank you!!
Anytime! Yeah, the entire charging/powering thing often confused me as well as the camera. I hope one day Fuji can add more info to the camera manual, LOL!
THANK YOU FOR THIS I DONT REALLY KNOW WHERE TO STAND WHEN DEALING WITH BATTERY WITH MY XT3
Honestly speaking, (and this is my experience and humble opinion, i use a x-t3) i don't think PD is making much difference if you aren't using the camera for power heavy work. Because; yes the battery will deplete with non-PD (although it will deplete much slower comparing using no powerbank at all) but even if you are using PD, battery will deplete after the powerbank depleted anyways. Whilst a non-DP attached, battery will just deplete slowly enough that battery won't be completely depleted before the non-DP powerbank depleted, so it will still use all the juice. Think of it like this, in scenerio A: you have a 10000 mA/h PD powerbank and a NP-W126A battery with 1140 mA/h. the camera simply use PD first then use the battery, and it uses the whole 11140 mA/h. in scenerio B: you have a 10000 mA/h non-PD powerbank and a NP-W126A battery with 1140 mA/h. the camera drains the non-PD and the battery at the same time but it will still use the whole 11140 mA/h (unless you use the camera for heavy power consumption situations like using recording 4k@60 etc) if you use the camera for taking a photo then taking another photo couple minutes later, or using the eye sensor mode for LCD etc, the battery won't deplete fast enough to deplete completely before non-PD powerbank.
Great review, thanks. Have to admit, though, I feel much better charging my batteries in the charger and not in the camera. Funny, because I will charge them in the Fuji xp140 camera or the Panasonic cameras, but just like the Fuji XT4 and X100V cameras too much to risk it. Don't care if that's wimpy...would rather replace a charger than an expensive camera. 😉
Just got my first ever Fuji camera (XT-4) and the extra battery charger and something is definitely not right; but I can't tell if it's the battery charger, the XT-4 cable, or the XT-4 wall adapter charger. At least your video reassures me that it is OK to get another cable and wall charger so long as they are good brands and supportive of power delivery. I was worried something might go wrong if I used anything except the 5v 3a 20watt suggested in the manual. At this point I've also got a third party external battery charger, which seems to work perfectly (unlike the Fuji version). Just wish I could understand what was going wrong with what. But anyway at least I can go ahead and take some pictures now.
I use the battery grip when shooting video on my X-T3 but have to use the larger cage. I’m thinking of going to a small cage and just fix a power bank to it. I do like the ergonomics of the grip but don’t like the added size of the larger cage. One worry about using the power bank is the usb-c port isn’t reliable, many users have have their port damaged or just wares out from constant use
I would like to see a video about using D-tap with X-T4 cameras! Thought it was not an option so I bought the anker power bank which works fine as well but isn't as easy (and stylish) to put on a rig.
Im using a Samsung PD USB charger that works like a charm to keep the camara on forever when using it as a streaming device. And an Anker PD powerbank when on the move. (X-T3)
When I purchased the X-E4 there is no power adaptor included.
Thank you. Surprisingly difficult to find information on good battery chargers for the x-t4.
Great facilitator!!! Just one little question:
It seems to me that my X=T10 does not have a light indicator on the body to let me know that the USB connection is doing its job.
nicely explained
Hi! I hope the computer usb-c charging is the same on the xh2s. I guess I’ll find out tomorrow when I get my camera 😂
Thank you for a great overview! One thing I am still confused on - does a batery still need to be present in the camera if you want to power the camera directly from usb c + ac adapter? i plugged in my xt-3 to a 20w charger via usbc, but removing the battery immediatly turns it off. I also dont see "USB Power Supply Setting" in my camera's settings - which i assume might be a firmware issue?
Thank you so much for the charging video. It's very informative. Oh and Hey Chris can you suggest a dummy battery and how to set it up Please!
I came here to ask what dummy batteries he uses. Piggy backing off your comment! I do not see it in the show notes.
Hello! I have an issue with my XT3. The original battery keep draining till it die even if the camera is turned off. Do you know what the problem could be? Both the camera and the battery have less than one year and I have this problem for 6 month now.
send it back.. not normal
Thank you so much!
THANK YOU SO MUCH
You are da man 😎😀
I bought a x-e1 without charger, so i could use my smartphone charger directly connected to he camera via micro usb?? great video by the way
I'd be curious to know what a decent PD USB Powerbank would be recommended for a portable rig set up. Something that is small, compact, not too heavy, a good compromise basically but still gets the job done.
I had a massive problem with third party batteries while Tethering!😓😓 the battery fried, it wont charge again and I think it fried my battery charger too when I tried to charge it! I was a strong believer of third party batteries, but after that ... not anymore, I think even my camera got some damage😓 Thank you for this video! It was awesome!
Great vidéo once again ! BTW what's the monstrous lens in the intro ?
Short question: Did you ever use a Smallrig VB-V-mount battery to power your Rig? I am just figuring out how to connect camera (X-H2S) AND Atomos monitor to a Smallrig VB50 battery. I do have a "dummy battery to USB-C" cable and an Atomos "DC-to USB-A" cable. Unfortunately, it's not working with those two. I guess, the Atomos should/could be powered with a "D-TAP to Atomos DC" cable. The camera should be fine with a "W235-dummy to DC" cable (which I would power via the 8V port of the VB50 battery. ... Any thoughts ?
I LOVE your videos, Chris and have learned a lot by watching them. That said, I think this one covers too much information too quickly! For example, you gave a strong warning about the risk of using some dummy batteries and AC power adapters without either naming a single brand that is unsafe to use or a SPECIFIC recommendation for one that is SAFE TO USE.
Excellent topic and one I was hoping would be discussed. I have noticed that the Fuji X-T30 behaves similarly. However, since the time of X-T30 firmware 1.40 release, certain USB adapters *will not* charge the battery through the USB port on the camera, but the same USB adapter will work with an external battery charger. I further found that the Apple 5 W adapter will charge the battery through the USB port, but its 12 W adapter does not. Upon review of the USB charger specs, the 5 W adapter delivers 5 V @ 1 A whereas the 12 W adapter delivers 5.2 V @ 2.4 A. Note there is a 200 mV difference in the loaded voltage between adapters. This leads me to wonder if the firmware release 1.40 restricts over voltage on the power regulator in the X-T30. I wish to ask Fuji if this is one of the “minor bug fixes” in their recent FW release.
This video is super helpful, thank you. I own an X-S10 and am stuck trying to understand the following message in the USB POWER SETTINGS menu: "Unable to supply power via device with lightning terminal set to off". Is this something to worry about? I noticed when I'm connected via USB power, the screen shows a plug icon, but the battery still drains. Any idea what's going on there?
Thanks for this instructive review. Personally, I prefer to charge my batteries outside the camera with the charger ( i have 3 batteries without the grip) . Charging the batteries via USB-C scares me even using the recommanded Anker Power Bank... You never know, a voltage surges can happen and jump the card into your camera. I prefer to play safe :-) Thanks
EDIT: I found the problem, I was using a Sony USB-C Cable with a splitter for a headphone jack to charge via USB-c and have headphone output thought 1 USB-C and this cut out the powerdelivery while running the camera even coming from the wall charger.
Original question was : Why can´t it be simple.. I have an XS10 and I want to continuesly shoot 4K connected to a powersource (should be EASY but no). You mention at 11:35 that it only works connected to a computer if USB charging settings are enabled.. why not with a wall adapter? I have the right cable, the right wall adapter and my battery is draining out while shooting...:/
you didn't mention that using a usb wall charger (and thus the usb port) seriously restricts, if not intentionally prevents the mini-display port output from being used.
is it safe to use a power bank as long as the camera is used to record video?