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Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery - for PMW-EX1 Camcorder, INFO Function, 23 Wh
The Sony BP-U30 is a lithium-ion battery designed for professional video shooting in both the field and the studio. This battery is equipped with the INFO function that communicates battery status data to the PMW-EX1 camcorder.
- INFO Function
- The remaining capacity of the battery is displayed on the LCD monitor and viewfinder when the camcorder is powered on.
| Chemistry | Li-Ion, Lithium-Ion |
| Output Voltage | 16.4 VDC/14.4 VDC |
| Connection | Specific to PMW-EX1 Camcorder |
| Capacity | 23 Wh |
| Weight |
8 oz 220 g |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) |
1 11/16 x 1 13/16 x 2 3/4" 4.15 x 4.51 x 6.97 cm |
90 Day Labor Warranty
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 16 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (13)
- Fast charge (7)
- Long lasting (5)
Cons
- Short life (6)
Best Uses
- Professional (11)
- Weddings (5)
- Home movies (4)
- Parties (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Film professional (8), Tech savvy (4), Aspiring film maker (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (7)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great Features
I love the new sony batteries...great, long lasting power and the "push to check" is a welcome addition.
ONE PROBLEM: My first one fell off and ...Read complete review
I love the new sony batteries...great, long lasting power and the "push to check" is a welcome addition.
ONE PROBLEM: My first one fell off and was lost because it didn't latch, but the camera still worked.
BE CAREFUL
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Shooting time very low
This battery has a very short life when you are using your camera for a wedding. I was very surprised to find myself running back and forth to the charger all night long swapping batteries...Read complete review
This battery has a very short life when you are using your camera for a wedding. I was very surprised to find myself running back and forth to the charger all night long swapping batteries. The plus side is that the battery recharges very fast. If you are in need of a battery that is going to last 1.5+ hours at a time I would recommend the BP-U60.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 16 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-16
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Short Life
Best Uses
- Parties
- Professional
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
Battery works a treat, i film snowboarding and skateboarding and i generally use 2 of these a day. i like the U30's because they keep the cameras weight balanced, i like the life times of the U60's and U90's...but they tend to counter balance the camera when not on a tripod.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
Keeps a decently long charge.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
The battery works fine with the Sony EX1R. The Info function is useful to check all my extra batteries. I´m always informed about my total power.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Short Life
- Slow Recharge
Best Uses
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
Using in my Sony I don't get very much mileage with this size. The larger U60 is a must.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
This battery is the same as the one that came with my Sony PMW-EX1R. Now that I have two, I can always have one battery charging while using the other. These batteries seem to discharge over time even when not attached to the camera. Overall, I prefer this battery to the larger one since it is lighter. It lasts a good while even when using the LCD screen.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
Haven't had the camera or the battery pack for long yet. I would always suggest having more than one or even two on hand. Depending on your needs.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
- Slow Recharge
Best Uses
- Interviews
- Parties
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
Great back up battery for your buck!
Great size & lightweight, not too bulky
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
I use it with the EX1 to shoot documentaries. It is a great backup battery and for handheld work and stuff in tight spaces. It is a ton lighter than its big brother. Great battery.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Birthdays
- Home Movies
- Parties
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
I use this battery with my Switronix 75W LED light
I gives me over two hrs. of power.
Very reliable.
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
Cons
- Short Life
Best Uses
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
This is the smaller of the two sony batteries that power the xdcam ex. pros: fast charging, easy to ready status indicator. cons: once they start to go...they're gone!!!!
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
LOng battery life and I love the battery status bar.
Pros
- Fast Recharge
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
it's nice having a readout on the battery itself.
they charge really quickly.
the U60 is -really- big.
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
I love the new sony batteries...great, long lasting power and the "push to check" is a welcome addition.
ONE PROBLEM: My first one fell off and was lost because it didn't latch, but the camera still worked.
BE CAREFUL
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
Cons
- Short Life
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Power for file transfer
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
Short Lasting, but fast recharge
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Short Life
Best Uses
- Birthdays
- Home Movies
- Parties
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
Bought it as a second battery for my EX1, one was not enough since it drains the battery like a cold coke in a hot day. Worth it for sure.
Pros
- Fast Recharge
Cons
- Short Life
Best Uses
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
This battery has a very short life when you are using your camera for a wedding. I was very surprised to find myself running back and forth to the charger all night long swapping batteries. The plus side is that the battery recharges very fast. If you are in need of a battery that is going to last 1.5+ hours at a time I would recommend the BP-U60.
- How long have you owned it:
- A month or less
Displaying reviews 1-16
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 16 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (13)
- Fast charge (7)
- Long lasting (5)
Cons
- Short life (6)
Best Uses
- Professional (11)
- Weddings (5)
- Home movies (4)
- Parties (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Film professional (8), Tech savvy (4), Aspiring film maker (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (7)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great Features
I love the new sony batteries...great, long lasting power and the "push to check" is a welcome addition.
ONE PROBLEM: My first one fell off and ...Read complete review
I love the new sony batteries...great, long lasting power and the "push to check" is a welcome addition.
ONE PROBLEM: My first one fell off and was lost because it didn't latch, but the camera still worked.
BE CAREFUL
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Shooting time very low
This battery has a very short life when you are using your camera for a wedding. I was very surprised to find myself running back and forth to the charger all night long swapping batteries...Read complete review
This battery has a very short life when you are using your camera for a wedding. I was very surprised to find myself running back and forth to the charger all night long swapping batteries. The plus side is that the battery recharges very fast. If you are in need of a battery that is going to last 1.5+ hours at a time I would recommend the BP-U60.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 16 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-16
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Short Life
Best Uses
- Parties
- Professional
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
Battery works a treat, i film snowboarding and skateboarding and i generally use 2 of these a day. i like the U30's because they keep the cameras weight balanced, i like the life times of the U60's and U90's...but they tend to counter balance the camera when not on a tripod.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
Keeps a decently long charge.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
The battery works fine with the Sony EX1R. The Info function is useful to check all my extra batteries. I´m always informed about my total power.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Short Life
- Slow Recharge
Best Uses
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
Using in my Sony I don't get very much mileage with this size. The larger U60 is a must.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
This battery is the same as the one that came with my Sony PMW-EX1R. Now that I have two, I can always have one battery charging while using the other. These batteries seem to discharge over time even when not attached to the camera. Overall, I prefer this battery to the larger one since it is lighter. It lasts a good while even when using the LCD screen.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
Haven't had the camera or the battery pack for long yet. I would always suggest having more than one or even two on hand. Depending on your needs.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
- Slow Recharge
Best Uses
- Interviews
- Parties
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
Great back up battery for your buck!
Great size & lightweight, not too bulky
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
I use it with the EX1 to shoot documentaries. It is a great backup battery and for handheld work and stuff in tight spaces. It is a ton lighter than its big brother. Great battery.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Birthdays
- Home Movies
- Parties
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
I use this battery with my Switronix 75W LED light
I gives me over two hrs. of power.
Very reliable.
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
Cons
- Short Life
Best Uses
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
This is the smaller of the two sony batteries that power the xdcam ex. pros: fast charging, easy to ready status indicator. cons: once they start to go...they're gone!!!!
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
LOng battery life and I love the battery status bar.
Pros
- Fast Recharge
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
it's nice having a readout on the battery itself.
they charge really quickly.
the U60 is -really- big.
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
I love the new sony batteries...great, long lasting power and the "push to check" is a welcome addition.
ONE PROBLEM: My first one fell off and was lost because it didn't latch, but the camera still worked.
BE CAREFUL
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
Cons
- Short Life
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Power for file transfer
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
Short Lasting, but fast recharge
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Short Life
Best Uses
- Birthdays
- Home Movies
- Parties
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
Bought it as a second battery for my EX1, one was not enough since it drains the battery like a cold coke in a hot day. Worth it for sure.
Pros
- Fast Recharge
Cons
- Short Life
Best Uses
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Sony BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery:
This battery has a very short life when you are using your camera for a wedding. I was very surprised to find myself running back and forth to the charger all night long swapping batteries. The plus side is that the battery recharges very fast. If you are in need of a battery that is going to last 1.5+ hours at a time I would recommend the BP-U60.
- How long have you owned it:
- A month or less
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