ZGCINE has just introduced a large-capacity model for their mini V-mount lineup, the ZG-V160. This 142Wh cell offers dual D-Tap in/out, dual USB-C in/out, and a BP in/out port, while supporting 100W Power Delivery fast-charing. It is now available for $219.99. A few months ago, we reported about the ZGCINE ZG-V50, an affordable mini V-mount battery with a capacity of 50Wh. These palm-sized V-mount bricks are versatile tools to have in your kit. I personally always carry an FXLION NANO ONE with me, whether it is to power a small mirrorless or cinema camera on a gimbal or my laptop and smart devices when I’m traveling. However, if you’re looking for a solution to power your camera for extended periods of time, then you want to take a look at higher-capacity cells. That’s why the company is now launching the ZG-V160, which looks like a direct competitor to products such as the FXLION NANO THREE and the recently-released SmallRig VB155. So let’s take a closer look at it! Image credit: ZGCINE ZGCINE ZG-V160: features Built on the legacy of the ZG-V50 and ZG-V99 models, the ZGCINE ZG-V160 is a 14.8V V-mount battery with an increased capacity of 142Wh. Although I assume the front side of the battery shares the same size of 100x75mm with the existing models, there’s currently no official info about its depth and weight, which makes it harder to compare this battery against its rivals. Image credit: ZGCINE The brick is populated by a huge variety of...
Published By: CineD - Tuesday, 4 October, 2022