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Watson NP-F975 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.4V, 7800mAh)

BH #WANPF975 • MFR #B-4206
 655 reviews
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Watson NP-F975 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.4V, 7800mAh)
Key Features
  • Replacement for Sony NP-F970 Battery
The Watson NP-F975 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack works with the same cameras as the Sony NP-F970 series batteries. This replacement battery pack features a capacity of 7800mAh, 7.4V of output power, and 57.72 watt hours. Small and lightweight, lithium-ion batteries can be charged or discharged at any time without developing memory effects.
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Watson L-Series Overview

The Watson NP-F975 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack works with the same cameras as the Sony NP-F970 series batteries. This replacement battery pack features a capacity of 7800mAh, 7.4V of output power, and 57.72 watt hours. Small and lightweight, lithium-ion batteries can be charged or discharged at any time without developing memory effects.

Compatible Cameras
Sony
  • DCR-SD1000
  • DCR-SR40
  • DCR-TRV900
  • DCR-VX2000
  • DCR-VX2100
  • DCR-VX2200
  • HDR-AX2000
  • HDR-FX1
  • HDR-FX7
  • HDR-FX1000
  • HVR-HD1000
  • HVR-V1
  • HVR-Z1
  • HVR-Z5
  • HVR-Z7
  • HXR-MC1500
  • HXR-MC2000
  • HXR-NX5
  • HXR-NX5R
  • NEX-EA50
  • NEX-FS100
  • NEX-FS700
UPC: 847628541078

Watson L-Series Specs

Mount / Series Type
Sony L-Series
Chemistry
Lithium-Ion
Battery Capacity
7800 mAh / 57.72 Wh
Output Voltage
7.4 VDC
Dimensions (W x H x D)
2.76 x 1.53 x 2.36" / 70 x 39 x 60 mm
Weight
10.3 oz / 292 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.75 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.4 x 2.9 x 1.9"

Watson L-Series Reviews

May be issues using with Atomos Shinobi 7 monitor

By Scott
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2023-08-31

WANPF970. These are high capacity NP-F batteries. Note 10,050mAh on these Watsons. They worked fine for a while in my Atomos Shinobi 7 monitor. It started to behave oddly, screen information disappeared, then monitor would not power on with the Watson batteries. Another brand of NP-F battery worked fine. Atomos tech support later told me only to use 5200mAh batteries. Their manual for the Shinobi states 5200mAh or 7800mAh. Atomos says higher capacity batteries could damage Shinobi mainboard. Returned the big Watsons to B&H and bought Shinobi batteries. Can't afford to have that happen during a shoot with clients waiting.

Power

By Jeffrey
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-07-12

Watson makes good batteries for half the price of Sony products. They keep their charge, and work well in still and cinema cameras. A great battery for monitors.

Good battery

By Seth
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-06-28

High quality solid battery. It can get heavy over a period of time but lasts a long time.

Solid battery

By Seth
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-06-28

Not much to say other than a solid high quality battery.

Greater life

By Blaine
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-06-22

This works well. It fits as it should and has 10,050 mAh. Many competitors top out around 7,000.

Lasts and holds change!

By Alex
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-06-20

Great alternative for the Sony brand!

Watson is always a guaranteed closest to OEM every time!

By Dylan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-08-31

I try to buy Watson whenever I'm in a pinch and need a new OEM battery but sometimes it's not an option (like when the LPE6NH batteries were back ordered for months). I have the Atomos 5200mah version of this battery and the Watson being at 4400mah loses you MAYBE 10-15 minutes compared to the original when using with the Ninja V monitor. I will say, that I purchased a Watson charger for this exact battery and immediately it wouldn't indicate a full charge until I put it on my Atomos brand charger. Not a huge deal and in no way indicates that this isn't a quality battery, but if you're buying the charger for it to match, be careful? I don't know, maybe I got a dud of sorts on that.

They deplete so fast with Ninja V+

By Ahmed
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2023-08-08

I got 2 of these last July, been testing recording with Ninja V+, 2 batteries got depleted within less than an hour!

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Is this battery compatible with feelworld f6 plus? Im thinking of having this battery then power up zcam e2c from the monitor, is that possible?
Asked by: Luther
Yes this battery is compatible with the Geelworld F6. The Feelworld F6 might be able to power the camera if you have the correct adapter. I would call B&H and adk them as they are very knowledgeable.
Answered by: Kevin
Date published: 2019-12-08

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Will this battery hold a good charge and securely fit the Sony HRX-NX100?
Asked by: John L.
I have used this battery to power the Sony HXR-NX3, and it lasts for 6 to 8 hours easily.
Answered by: Steve A.
Date published: 2021-06-26

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I want use this battery for my Sony pxw-z150 is this works well for my camcorder? If yes how many hours works with one fully charge?
Asked by: kusumben p.
You can use this Watson NP-F975 without issue with your Sony PXW-Z150 camcorder. You should get 3-4 hours of use. Maybe more it depends on your use.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

What charger will charge this B-4206?
Asked by: Wayne B.
You have two choices: Watson Compact AC/DC Charger for L & M Series Batteries B&H # WACSOLM and Watson Duo LCD Charger for L & M Series Batteries B&H # WADSOLM.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-28

How long will this last with Smallrig Battery ...

How long will this last with Smallrig Battery plate and a canon R6?
Asked by: Nikolas
Unfortunately I do not have an R6, so I can't answer that. I use the batteries for Ninja recorders, a portable LED light and all my Sony mirrorless cameras. They will last many hours, up to 3-4 hours usually if not more on all the devices.
Answered by: Craig
Date published: 2022-06-01

question

I purchased this battery in Dec, 2014, it's contact pin pulled out. How do I request a replacement?
Asked by: Ed S.
Watson batteries are distributed by the Gradus Group. Please contact them for warranty service.Gradus Group LLC375 west 35th StNew York, NY 10001Phone: 212-594-2120Email: info@<a href= http://gradusgroup.com target= _blank >gradusgroup.com</a>
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2021-06-26

question

Is this battery has a specific layout for locking? I have a few different NP-F batteries and all of them work fine across all devices that I have. But this Watson NP-F975 doesn't lock properly on most of my gear (LED, chargers, adapters). It doesn't lock right and it looses connection from little movements, although it's still work on Atomos Shogun and on one of LED lights. The pattern on back of the batterie is offset from others (various brands). Do I have a malfunction battery or the locking layout is specific to Watson?
Asked by: Yura
I'm sorry, but I have no answer for you - I'm not familiar enough with this equipment. .
Answered by: FRED F.
Date published: 2018-08-28

Does it have a DC output?

Does it have a DC output?
Asked by: Omer
It's a battery. When it's fully charged, the only thing yoiu can get out of it is DC current.
Answered by: Douglas
Date published: 2021-04-12
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