Sony NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras
Small and lightweight, The Sony NP-FM500H Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery can be charged or discharged at anytime without developing memory effect. This means that it never loses its ability to hold a full charge. InfoLithium battery packs have a built-in micro processor that accurately calculates remaining battery life in minutes, and they also display remaining battery time on the camera's LCD as well as in the viewfinder by continuously communicating with the camcorder or digital camera.
| Chemistry | Lithium-Ion |
| Capacity | 1650mAh |
| Output Voltage | 7.2V |
| Dimensions | 1.5 x 0.8 x 2.2" (38 x 21 x 56mm) |
| Weight | 2.8 oz. (78g) |
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99%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fast charge (77)
- Long lasting (75)
- Lightweight (62)
- Reliable (31)
- Long-lasting (28)
Cons
- Slow recharge (8)
- Pricey (6)
Best Uses
- Professional (35)
- Back-up (28)
- Weddings (27)
- Parties (25)
- Birthdays (22)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Tech savvy (41), Photo enthusiast (15), Film professional (11), Enthusiast (8), Semi-pro photographer (8)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (54)
Most Liked Positive Review
Electrifying!
It's a battery that I use to power my cameras. Can't take pics without them. The genuine Sony brand are better than the non-genuine ones. Why? Just coz!
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It's a battery that I use to power my cameras. Can't take pics without them. The genuine Sony brand are better than the non-genuine ones. Why? Just coz!
I'd give it 5-stars if it was as cheap as the non-genuine ones but you hardly need to take out a bank loan to get these from B&H anyway.
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Most Liked Negative Review
New primary battery, exactly as expected
New primary battery - puts the standard battery in the back-up slot. It's all good, nothing stellar. I recommend it.
New primary battery - puts the standard battery in the back-up slot. It's all good, nothing stellar. I recommend it.
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Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
OK lets be reasonable, there isn't a lot one can say about a battery. But with a good full charge this battery holds a charge well and it's feedback to the camera regarding its charged state seems reliable. I have it in my Sony Alpha-65 DLSR. Haven't had enough experience to evaluate the claim that it had no memory effect in regards to charging. I give 4 stars only because that last bit is still unknown.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Long Lasting
- Price and quality
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Sony Alpha camera models
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
I wanted an extra battery for my Sony Alpha camera. Sony Canada (where I live) charges [$] + HST of 13% for this battery. I got this battery, including shipping, taxes & duties for under $70 - representing over $40 saving for the same product. What's more, with the standard shipping from B & H, it arrived on my doorstep within 4 days of the order - door-to-door delivery with $40 savings--can't beat that!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
Lithium is the only way to go. While I haven't had the opportunity to use this battery for a long time yet it's Lithium so should be great.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
LONG LASTING, FAST CHARGING BATTERY
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
This is a great battery for the Sony Alpha camera - and works quite well with the charger!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
- Expensive
Best Uses
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
I'm using this with an a580... so, I get around 1000+ shots... but, that's more the camera's power management and less the battery at work. Compared to generics, these tend to hold a charge for much longer, so I don't need to worry about re-charging after a few months of non-use. I don't like how much they cost... seriously Sony.
Be advised, these take roughly 3hrs for a 100% charge.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
After seeing poor reviews for competing no-name batteries, I decided to stick with the Sony. So far it's working great.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Birthdays
- Home Movies
- Parties
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
This battery is high quality, and looks identical to the one that came with my camera (Sony A65vk). Shortly after I recieved this battery I made the mistake of putting my camera away and leaving it on. When I got to the Photo Shoot the next day I would have been in trouble with drained battery. But I had this second battery fully charged and ready to go. So, having a second battery has saved me once already.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Parties
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
I bought this as an accessory to the vertical grip I purchased for my A77. Works as advertised. The price was less than I had expected to pay. I wished it charged faster (three hours), but the charge time is reasonably fast.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Perfect fit
Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
I am a amateur photographer that works outdoors and needs a backup battery.
Battery is perfect fit for my camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
Quality battery and good price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Sightseeing
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
It's always nice to have a backup battery on vacation. Other non-OEM battery might save you something but I feel much more comfortable with the batteries from Sony.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
Original manufacturers equipment. Even though the Sony A 580 DSLR came with a long life Lithium battery, experience has taught that batteries run low at the worst possible times (Murphy's Law). I don't like to use third party manufacturer batteries in any of my cameras. You really don't save anything if a non-OEM battery fails when you really need reliable power.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
To backup the Sony A580/battery.
It has a pretty good reservoir energy, literally I can shoot a couple hundreds of shots.
There is not much negative, except the price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Long Lasting
Cons
- Not a single one
Best Uses
- Powering my cameras
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
It's a battery that I use to power my cameras. Can't take pics without them. The genuine Sony brand are better than the non-genuine ones. Why? Just coz!
I'd give it 5-stars if it was as cheap as the non-genuine ones but you hardly need to take out a bank loan to get these from B&H anyway.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
- none
Best Uses
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
Sony batteries work best. I've tried third party batteries and they don't last for as many pictures and they don't maintain their ability to hold a charge as well. The NP-PM500H is worth every penny.
Oh yes, it works in my A100 as well as my new A77.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
Used in my A77
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup battery
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
a functional spare battery as needed. it works perfectly, but i raise an eyebrow as this battery is for my sony a550, and i own an a100 that has the same battery except for the notch down the center of this battery. in all their infinite marketing wisdom, sony disallows the use of previous incarnations of the same battery simply by incorporating the notch. read: make more money. i'm not complaining too loudly though. it's just a bit disingenuous on sony's part.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Birthdays
- Parties
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
This is a long lasting battery. I have 2 I use for wedding photography, but normally only need one.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Birthdays
- Parties
- Weddings
Comments about NP-FM500H InfoLithium Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh) for Sony Alpha Series SLR Digital Cameras:
Always better to buy original for an extra accessory, especially batteries which would be placed inside your camera. This part fits perfectly, no complaints about it.
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