Thu Nov 08, 2018 12:02 am
I, too, have had a pre-order for the cable pack for a few weeks and haven't heard anything yet. Our pocket has been working non-stop since we received it three weeks ago, and power is the only frustrating aspect so far. I have a ton of Lp-e6 batteries (Canon and off-brand) and none of them meter reliably on the camera. I'm lucky to get 40 minutes out of them because, other times, the camera will shut off when it shows 30% left.
We shoot a lot of documentary content and this camera is perfect, alongside our UM46K, but there are times where I really need more than an hour of continuous power (long interviews, on stage performances, panel discussions, etc), and I actually don't mind kitting out the pocket with rails, V-mount batteries and monitors. In fact, I love that this camera can turn into a more professional-looking kit easily.
In an effort to make my life easier, and in preparation for a long shoot today, I purchased an Lp-e6-to-Dtap so I could run it all day. To my surprise, the camera shuts off after about 5 minutes, with a full 98wh battery attached. This particular adapter had good reviews and is used to power Canon cameras, SmallHD monitors, and other devices.
Has anyone tried to power their bmpcc4k using a dummy battery?
Fabián Aguirre
Cinematographer / Steadicam Operator
www.theunderstory.co