Sun May 19, 2019 3:20 am
I agree, a proper V-mnt plate, and a fat battery (+98Wh), is the best choice for run time. But for a smaller footprint, slightly more adaptable choice, I'm using the Core SWX Powerbase Edge kits. I wish they had more than 48Wh capacity, but they are available with two USB (A-type) slots, and a port for an LP-E6 "dummy" battery. Point being, if you broke the 12V port on the side of the camera, you could still power-up with the dummy battery in the camera, wired to the same Powerbase battery.
Also like the Q/R bracket (plastic, but sturdy), and the 1/4"20 threads on the V-mnt side. And the digital timer for run/charge time is priceless vs. 4-5 LEDs. Getting about 2.5-3h run-time on just the camera and a 48V phantom power mic. Various dummy batteries are available for other cameras, or with the Sony L-type, monitors/lights. Hoping the next generation has USB-c and 98Wh options, but doing fine with three of the lighter 48Wh versions currently.