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Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh)
- Price: $49.95
- Free Shipping (USA)
- In Stock
- B&H # OLBLN1
- Mfr# V620053XU010
Product Highlights
- For Olympus OM-D E-M5 Camera
- Compatible with BCN-1 Battery Charger
The Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh) is for use with the Olympus OM-D E-M5 digital camera. It is compatible with the BCN-1 charger and requires approximately 3 hours to achieve a full charge from empty. It will support approximately 500 full charge cycles.
| Chemistry | Lithium-ion |
| Capacity | 1220 mAh |
| Output Voltage | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Dimensions | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Weight | Not specified by manufacturer |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 37 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Reliable (26)
- Easy to use (23)
- Durable (20)
- Lightweight (19)
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday (20)
- Travel (17)
- Landscape photography (12)
- Home (10)
- Macro photography (10)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (22), Semi-professional (8), Professional (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (33)
Most Liked Positive Review
A great factory extra battery
Not much to say about this.. it's a rechargeable battery. Get it if you don't want to wait to charge just the 1 battery that comes with the OM-D. Also get it if ...Read complete review
Not much to say about this.. it's a rechargeable battery. Get it if you don't want to wait to charge just the 1 battery that comes with the OM-D. Also get it if you have the battery grip from Olympus as it is nice to double your photo time without swapping out batteries midway through. I would have tried one of the generic cheap brands, and I'm pretty sure they'd hold up well, but most require another charger and I just didn't want to deal with carrying around and juggling chargers and batteries, so I stuck with the pricier Olympus brand.. hey, at least you know it should work without a problem.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
A little Protection would help
After a long wait, due from various reports to tsunami aftermath and fiscal problems at Olympus, a second battery for the OMD EM5 finally arrived. Not inexpensive at $[$], but a necessity...Read complete review
After a long wait, due from various reports to tsunami aftermath and fiscal problems at Olympus, a second battery for the OMD EM5 finally arrived. Not inexpensive at $[$], but a necessity for shooting more than 3 hours at a time. What this battery is sorely missing, especially considering the price and the fact that one will want to have it nearby on most shooting excursions, is some sort of plastic cap to protect the terminals.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 37 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-20
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Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
You can never have enough juice. You're constantly reviewing off the LCD can drain the battery charge so having a spare is a must.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
Back up battery so I never run out of power.
Original Olympus product, same as one supplied with the camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
I need a spare battery,but bought it with some reluctance. It is a very good battery, with a reasonable capacity. Years ago the industry got together to produce the JPEG standard, why can't they do it with Li-ion batteries?
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
:)
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
I purchased the extra battery for the Olympus grip. Charges quickly and fits exactly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
It is good having a second battery for my new camera. I have been shooting a lot of RAW pics and the battery doesn't last a full day so a second battery is essential
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
- Price
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
oem, cant beat its quality build, thought the price is a bit high.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
I shopped online comparing shipping costs between a number of stores and BH had the bes price and lowest shipping, considering its a single battery! Stores on the west coast cost more, and Im in Hawaii! Thanks BH! Will definitely come here first for camera gear!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
- A Tad Bit Pricey
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
Not much to say about this.. it's a rechargeable battery. Get it if you don't want to wait to charge just the 1 battery that comes with the OM-D. Also get it if you have the battery grip from Olympus as it is nice to double your photo time without swapping out batteries midway through. I would have tried one of the generic cheap brands, and I'm pretty sure they'd hold up well, but most require another charger and I just didn't want to deal with carrying around and juggling chargers and batteries, so I stuck with the pricier Olympus brand.. hey, at least you know it should work without a problem.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
You need a spare...buy the original. Hard to find in other places, but as usual, BH had it in stock.
Pros
- Long Life
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
Bought these backup batteries for the Olympus OMD EM5. The battery life is pretty good. Bought two of these to keep as spare.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Reliable
Cons
- Expensive
Best Uses
- Portraits
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
Although this battery is more expensive than the generic versions, I opted to stick with the brand name. Works just like the battery that came with my OM-D. Fast shipping and great service again from B&H!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
Works just like a battery should!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
This OEM battery is reliable and holds a charge much better than the third-party batteries I tried briefly. Expensive but well worth it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
In stock and working better than the third party battery purchased when this was not available by anyone! Would recommend this battery as your backup so that you can keep shooting with this gem of a CSC!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- More Photos
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
I'm glad to have an extra battery for my Olympus OM-D E-M5. I LOVE the camera, I downsized from a Canon 5D, but the downside to a smaller camera is that the components are, well smaller.
I'd rather pay a bit more for a genuine Olympus battery that will charge with the same charger that came with the camera, than get a less expensive third party battery that requires its own charger.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
Got this as a backup for my OM 5. It won't get used much; a full charge lasts weeks for me
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
The product does exactly what it is supposed to do!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Olympus OM-D E-M5
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
Having one charged and ready is a must
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
The original stock the best!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 37 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Reliable (26)
- Easy to use (23)
- Durable (20)
- Lightweight (19)
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday (20)
- Travel (17)
- Landscape photography (12)
- Home (10)
- Macro photography (10)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (22), Semi-professional (8), Professional (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (33)
Most Liked Positive Review
A great factory extra battery
Not much to say about this.. it's a rechargeable battery. Get it if you don't want to wait to charge just the 1 battery that comes with the OM-D. Also get it if ...Read complete review
Not much to say about this.. it's a rechargeable battery. Get it if you don't want to wait to charge just the 1 battery that comes with the OM-D. Also get it if you have the battery grip from Olympus as it is nice to double your photo time without swapping out batteries midway through. I would have tried one of the generic cheap brands, and I'm pretty sure they'd hold up well, but most require another charger and I just didn't want to deal with carrying around and juggling chargers and batteries, so I stuck with the pricier Olympus brand.. hey, at least you know it should work without a problem.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
A little Protection would help
After a long wait, due from various reports to tsunami aftermath and fiscal problems at Olympus, a second battery for the OMD EM5 finally arrived. Not inexpensive at $[$], but a necessity...Read complete review
After a long wait, due from various reports to tsunami aftermath and fiscal problems at Olympus, a second battery for the OMD EM5 finally arrived. Not inexpensive at $[$], but a necessity for shooting more than 3 hours at a time. What this battery is sorely missing, especially considering the price and the fact that one will want to have it nearby on most shooting excursions, is some sort of plastic cap to protect the terminals.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 37 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-20
Previous | Next »
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
You can never have enough juice. You're constantly reviewing off the LCD can drain the battery charge so having a spare is a must.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
Back up battery so I never run out of power.
Original Olympus product, same as one supplied with the camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
I need a spare battery,but bought it with some reluctance. It is a very good battery, with a reasonable capacity. Years ago the industry got together to produce the JPEG standard, why can't they do it with Li-ion batteries?
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
:)
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
I purchased the extra battery for the Olympus grip. Charges quickly and fits exactly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
It is good having a second battery for my new camera. I have been shooting a lot of RAW pics and the battery doesn't last a full day so a second battery is essential
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
- Price
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
oem, cant beat its quality build, thought the price is a bit high.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
I shopped online comparing shipping costs between a number of stores and BH had the bes price and lowest shipping, considering its a single battery! Stores on the west coast cost more, and Im in Hawaii! Thanks BH! Will definitely come here first for camera gear!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
- A Tad Bit Pricey
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
Not much to say about this.. it's a rechargeable battery. Get it if you don't want to wait to charge just the 1 battery that comes with the OM-D. Also get it if you have the battery grip from Olympus as it is nice to double your photo time without swapping out batteries midway through. I would have tried one of the generic cheap brands, and I'm pretty sure they'd hold up well, but most require another charger and I just didn't want to deal with carrying around and juggling chargers and batteries, so I stuck with the pricier Olympus brand.. hey, at least you know it should work without a problem.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
You need a spare...buy the original. Hard to find in other places, but as usual, BH had it in stock.
Pros
- Long Life
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
Bought these backup batteries for the Olympus OMD EM5. The battery life is pretty good. Bought two of these to keep as spare.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Reliable
Cons
- Expensive
Best Uses
- Portraits
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
Although this battery is more expensive than the generic versions, I opted to stick with the brand name. Works just like the battery that came with my OM-D. Fast shipping and great service again from B&H!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
Works just like a battery should!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
This OEM battery is reliable and holds a charge much better than the third-party batteries I tried briefly. Expensive but well worth it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
In stock and working better than the third party battery purchased when this was not available by anyone! Would recommend this battery as your backup so that you can keep shooting with this gem of a CSC!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- More Photos
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
I'm glad to have an extra battery for my Olympus OM-D E-M5. I LOVE the camera, I downsized from a Canon 5D, but the downside to a smaller camera is that the components are, well smaller.
I'd rather pay a bit more for a genuine Olympus battery that will charge with the same charger that came with the camera, than get a less expensive third party battery that requires its own charger.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
Got this as a backup for my OM 5. It won't get used much; a full charge lasts weeks for me
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
The product does exactly what it is supposed to do!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Olympus OM-D E-M5
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
Having one charged and ready is a must
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Olympus BLN-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (1220mAh):
The original stock the best!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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