Sony today announced the launch of two new camera power supply solutions for the Alpha series, a part of Cinema Line cameras using NP-FZ100 battery to meet the growing needs of creators: the BC-ZD1 battery charger which charges two batteries simultaneously and the DC-C1 DC coupler that supplies power directly to the camera body from an external power source.
The BC-ZD1 is a high-speed charger for Sony’s high-capacity NP-FZ100 batteries. It can simultaneously charge two batteries in approximately 155 minutes (full charge) when connected to a USB Power Delivery (PD) compatible power supply with 30W or higher output and a USB cable with USB PD support (3 A) or higher current.
The DC-C1 DC coupler provides continuous, reliable power to cameras compatible with NP-FZ100 or NP-FW50 rechargeable battery packs using an external power source such as a USB PD (65 W or more) compatible AC adapter and USB cable with USB PD support (5 A), allowing for a stable power supply during long shoots or streaming.
By expanding its range of power solutions, including genuine battery products, Sony aims to enable extended photo and video shooting, contributing to a more efficient workflow for creators.
BC-ZD1 Main Features
- Charges two NP-FZ100 batteries simultaneously and fast when connected to a USB PD compatible power supply
- Two NP-FZ100 batteries can be quickly charged in approximately 155 minutes (fully charged)
- Equipped with an indicator lamp that shows the battery charging status in 5 stages
- Compact size for easy portability: Width approx. 84.5 mm x Height approx. 29.2 mm x Depth approx. 70.0 mm, weight approx. 149g
- For safely charging two NP-FZ100 batteries simultaneously and fast, with ample heat dissipation measures plus heat monitoring and control built in
DC-C1 Main Features
- DC coupler supplies power directly from an external power source such as a USB PD compatible AC adapter (65 W or more) to a camera body that supports NP-FZ100 or NP-FW50
- To prevent accidental cable disconnection, the DC-C1 is equipped with the locking screw hole, or an anchor loop can be used to secure the cable to the USB port
- 1.6 m cable connects plug-in plate to the power supply assembly for flexible setup during shooting
- Equipped with Power Indicator Lamp that shows the power supply status
- Compact and lightweight design for easy portability: the power supply assembly size Width approx. 52.0 mm x Height approx. 70.6 mm x Depth approx. 32.0 mm
Availability
The DC-C1 and BC-ZD1 will be available in South Africa from November 2024.
For detailed product information about DC-C1 and BC-ZD1, please visit:
https://www.sony.com/za/electronics/interchangeable-lens-cameras-batteries-chargers/dc-c1
https://www.sony.com/za/electronics/interchangeable-lens-cameras-batteries-chargers/bc-zd1