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ZGCINE X series V-mount batteries come in three sizes – ZG-X50 with 52Wh, ZG-X99 with 99Wh, and ZG-X160 with 156Wh capacity (14.8V). They offer a large IPS display for monitoring current, voltage, total power, remaining time, temperature, and more. The two larger packs also feature 100W USB-C PD input and output. They are available now for $149, $219, and $279, respectively.
On top of traditional V-Mount battery packs, the Chinese battery manufacturer ZGCINE also introduces other powering solutions for creators, such as the ZGCINE ZG-H90 compact battery grip designed to be used with LED lights. The company also manufactures battery plates and charging cases for various types of batteries. Recently, ZGCINE introduced a new series of V-mount batteries with fast USB ports and some other interesting features. Let’s take a look at the new X series battery packs.
The new ZGCINE X series V-mount battery packs are available in three different capacities:
The batteries vary when it comes to physical dimensions, price, and features. Let’s take a look at what innovations these new battery packs bring when compared to the previous generation ZGCINE V series, which was launched in October 2022. There are a few, but the most notable ones in my opinion are these:
According to ZGCINE, the new batteries also feature real-time detection for all the ports so the battery delivers the right current and voltage to any connected device.
Thanks to the 100W fast charging via USB-C, the ZG-X99 battery can be fully charged in 1.5 hours (the ZG-X160 in 2.5 hours) according to ZGCINE. For reference, when charging the battery pack through the BP pins, they only support up to 16.8V/3A, so roughly 50W. The smallest ZG-X50 will be fully charged in about 1.5 hours via the 45W USB-C port.
It is also important to mention that the two USB-C ports feature independent PD outputs without any speed reduction when used concurrently. The X series batteries feature a non-slip design and a glass panel over the display.
The new X series battery packs are available now and the pricing has been set to $149 for the ZG-X50, $219 for the ZG-X99, and finally $279 for the largest ZG-X160 battery pack. For more information and to purchase a battery, see the ZGCINE website.
Do you often use V-Mount batteries for your work? What do you think about these new ZGCINE X series packs? Do you have any experience with the company’s powering solutions? Let us know in the comments section underneath the article.
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Jakub Han is a freelance filmmaker based in Vienna. He is interested in new tech and trends in filmmaking and passionate about action sports and short documentaries. Jakub has over 10 years of experience with camera work and post-production.