Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
It's always good to have a spare battery in your case. The Panasonic VW-VBG6 is a 7.2V, 5400mAh replacement lithium-ion battery for the AG-AF100, HMC150, and other AVCCAM camcorders.
| Compatibility | Panasonic AG-AF100, AG-HMC150, AG-HMC80, AG-HMC70, AG-HMC40 |
| Chemistry | Lithium-Ion |
| Capacity | 5400mAh |
| Output Voltage | 7.2V |
| Dimensions | 2.57 x 3.14 x 1.42" (6.5 x 8 x 3.6 cm) |
| Weight | 0.52 lbs (235g) |
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by PowerReviews(based on 91 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
99%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Long lasting (47)
- Lightweight (40)
- Fast charge (37)
- Long-lasting (22)
- Reliable (21)
Cons
- Pricey (13)
- Slow recharge (10)
- Takes too long to charge (6)
Best Uses
- Professional (45)
- Primary battery (26)
- Weddings (25)
- Professional cameras (17)
- Home movies (16)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (38)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Film professional (30), Tech savvy (17), Pro photographer (14), Aspiring film maker (13), Semi-pro photographer (8)
Most Liked Positive Review
Brand name makes a difference
I Video tape weddings and other events. Having an extra battery has given me peace of mind, what is more this battery has become my main battery and the original that came with the ...Read complete review
I Video tape weddings and other events. Having an extra battery has given me peace of mind, what is more this battery has become my main battery and the original that came with the camera is now my back up.
The battery is pricey but I believe is worth it. in the past I purchase another camera panasonic and an extra battery for that one as well, the extra battery (not a panasonic) has already terminated its useful life while the original panasonic still works decent.
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Most Liked Negative Review
An absolute must!
If you're considering filming for any length of time, the bigger battery is an absolute must as the smaller one is good only for a short time before going flat!
If you're considering filming for any length of time, the bigger battery is an absolute must as the smaller one is good only for a short time before going flat!
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Best Uses
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
Works as expected, just like a battery should. Didn't want to gamble with an off brand
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Birthdays
- Home Movies
- Parties
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
Does what it's suppose to
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Short Life
Best Uses
- Paper Weight
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
Two panasonic VBG6 batteries purchased 8/2/11 are completely DEAD... will not take a charge or even show as connected to a charger. Panasonic offers a short 90 day warranty on a this PREMIUM priced battery. What a waste of $$! I would not recommend this product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Long Lasting
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
These batteries are obviously way overpriced, but to operate a camcorder that is already a fairly big investment, it only makes sense to use the best products available.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Long Lasting
Cons
- Slow Recharge
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
I'm always reading on camera forums how the $30 versions of name brand batteries are just as good. Well, they aren't. My experience using second party brands is they go from being fully charged to empty in a short period of time. I will always buy Panasonic batteries for my Panasonic cameras.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
- Looks good with stickers
Cons
Best Uses
- Birthdays
- Church
- Home Movies
- Interviewing the homeless
- Parties
- Professional
- Street Preaching
- Weddings
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
So far it's a great battery. Time will tell if it holds it's charge.
When charging just the camera with the LCD closed it shows over 8 hours of charge.
With the LCD open, it shows over 7 hours.
With the XLR adapter attached to the AG-HMC40 the batter shows about 5.5 hours of charge.
Overall, this is quite remarkable.
My original battery has become my spare, and since I charge batteries regularly, I've yet to see this monster size one fully drain.
The battery fits like a glove on the camera just like the original one. It adds a little weight, but what do you expect for such a long charge? If that's a problem, get stronger hands.
I have a wedding to shoot out of state next month and I'm so glad I got this battery.
It takes a while to charge, but you can do that when you are not using your camera, duh... You can also alternate batteries and use one while the other is charging. These are brilliant Ideas I came up with all on my own.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Birthdays
- Home Movies
- Parties
- Professional
- Two camera productions
- Weddings
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
You can record a large Puerto Rican wedding with this battery. Incredible energy capacity.
Excuse my English, is translated. Thanks: Bolivar Torres
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Long Lasting
Cons
- Slow Recharge
Best Uses
- Birthdays
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
You need to buy this battery if you plan on doing any type of real shooting, especially when using the LCD or powering a mic. With this battery I can shoot in any location and not be concerned I'll run out of juice. I usually get about 5 hours of shooting with LCD on while shooting on a HMC-150. Does take a good amount of time to fully charge however.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Weddings
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
This battery is expensive but I would not take a chance on a knockoff!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
Little bigger than the battery that comes with the camera, nice long charge.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
I am using this battery with a Panasonic AG-HMC-80 video camera that I bought in December 2010. The battery that came with the camera held a 2 hour charge. But for longer shoots I needed something with more staying power. Now I have up to 4 hours of remote shooting capability, without changing batteries. I will let you know if problems pop up. So far this is just what I need.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Long Lasting
Cons
- Price
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
Great durability. Lots of recording time for my AF100.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Long Lasting
Cons
- Slow Recharge
Best Uses
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
Needed a longer lasting battery than what was shipped with my AG-HMC 150, and this did the job. No problems as I filmed almost the whole day of my friends wedding on one battery.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
I bought a third party battery that was substantially lower in price but what i got was a battery that barely lasted three hours with the AF100. The Panasonic battery gives me close to 5 hours of operation.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Birthdays
- Home Movies
- Parties
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
This is probably one of the first accesories that you should think of purchasing after a Cam.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Long Lasting
Cons
- Slow Recharge
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
This is my back up battery for my Panasonic HMC 150...when working a long day it's essential for me to have a back-up battery, especially since recharging of these batteries requires hours, which I don't have when on assignment.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Long Lasting
Cons
- Poor Fit
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
I use this battery for my Panasonic AG-HMC40, which is a pretty small camcorder.
So, the pluses-
- the battery lasts a very long time, 6-7+ hrs
- it charges fairly quickly, for a battery this size
And, the minuses-
- unsightly; it hangs off the back of my camera like a cancerous brick
- heavy, but I'm not complaining - I use the MYA30 XLR adapter and a wide angle lens and this giant hunk balances out my camera nicely!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Professional
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
Use in AG-HMC150.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Expensive awkward fit
- Slow Recharge
- So don't drop them
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
These batteries are to power our 2 Panasonics AF100. Now we have three per unit. We also have several DVX 100s and HVX200s. The "but" is a handicap as these batteries are so similar in size, color, as well as power output to our other cameras, yet they DO NOT FIT nor can you INTERCHANGE and MIX.
Why the different design?
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
- Weddings
Comments about Panasonic VW-VBG6 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery:
Great battery. I think that most professionals would be satisfied wih tht eperformance.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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