Batteries recommendations

[Rodrigo Violante]

I'm about to purchase 2 more V-Mount Batteries, currently I use PAGlink 150Wh, what I like about this batteries is that you can stack them one behind the other up to 4, and there is a Microcharger that you can take anywhere.

https://www.paguk.com/content/paglink-micro-charger
https://www.paguk.com/content/paglink-pl150t-time-battery

What I do not like is that it doesnt come with PTAP or USB port. So since I have 0 experiences with other batteries before purchasing the same model again I wanted to know your feedback.

Best

Rodrigo

 

[Alan Greene]

Looks like IDX just came out with something similar in the IPL-150: http://www.idxtek.com/products/ipl-150

I get the sense that IDX is somehow looked down upon, but I've used mine for 12 years and have had zero issues. I just bought a couple of used DUO-C198s for less than $300 each. They're not stackable, but they run forever.

 

[William Long]

Have you seen the PAGlink PowerHub? It has D-Tap, Hirose, Lemo, 2.1 PP90 & USB! Why change?

https://www.paguk.com/content/paglink-powerhub

...and as an aside, your PL150's are amongst those rare batteries that actually fit under the RED DSMC2 Top Handle!

 

[Chris McKechnie]

I’d go AB Mount- much more secure, and I ever really stack batteries - it just adds unnecessary weight.

You’re better off getting smaller dynacore or AB Mount batteries that are low profile/lightweight, yet provide adequate fun times for the camera system.

Just my 2 cents

 

[Alex Kiritz]

I think the Lith LM-155SR are still the best available. Unless you need the absolute lightest rig, then you can try Red’s option.

 

[Grzegorz Gill]

I use red bricks for my local work in Los Angeles. Hawk Woods mini for my travel work, or when the camera is at it's minimal. Hawk woods are a game changer, they are tiny.