Camera batteries & chargers

Frequently asked questions

How do I find the battery for my camera?

The code printed on the original battery's label decides, for example LP-E6NH, NP-FZ100 or EN-EL15c. For every replacement battery we state that code and the list of compatible cameras. A battery with the same shape but an older code (LP-E6 instead of LP-E6NH, say) fits the body but may not support every function or in-camera charging.

Original or replacement battery?

An original battery guarantees full communication with the camera, including an accurate charge indicator and in-body charging over USB. A good replacement battery with a chip works in the vast majority of bodies and costs less; the charge indicator may be less precise. For newer bodies check that the replacement is described as fully decoded.

Do I need a separate charger for the battery?

If the camera charges over USB, a second battery is enough and you charge them in turn in the body. A separate charger pays off when you shoot all day: it charges one battery while you use the other, and dual chargers charge two at once from USB-C. The charger must be made for the same battery type.

Why does the camera drain the battery fast in winter?

Lithium-ion cells temporarily lose capacity in frost; below 0 °C a battery may last half as long. Keep the spare battery in a pocket close to your body and swap them; the capacity returns once warmed up. For long-term storage keep batteries at about 50 % charge, neither full nor empty.