Are CHEAPER BATTERIES safe to use? Neewer - Canon Replacements!

Neewer LP-E6NH Review!
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[@odarrien]

I had a pack of Neewer replacement LP-E17 for my 200D. They worked really well for about a year, then both batteries started swelling up and no longer fit in the camera - nor would I risk using a swollen battery. I also have a set of Neewer batteries for my 7D Mark ii and they have been working solidly so far with no concern whatsoever and really great price!

[@sportsshooter2574]

I got a Newell LP-E6NH and have been using it along side the Canon for over 6 months without any issues, 2300mAh 17Wh. Thanks for the informative video Rob

[@Mikey1421985]

I have used Neewer batteries on 2 Canon cameras and I think the only thing I would say is that the Neewer battery life span is shorter. But when I needed more batteries I still bought myself some more Neewer batteries. I have one of my cameras for over 7years now and the original Canon battery is still going strong, where as the first set of Neewer batteries have swollen and I can't use them anymore.

[@mikehowlettfogs]

Bough these , seem really good no issues so far, thanks for the recommendation Rob

[@migflowers]

Thanks for the review! I ordered via your link.

[@robigerovasilisphotography]

I have this exact set with the charger and have had no issues. In fact I just bought another set. I highly recommend them

[@MrDAGO1974]

bought a set when when my 5D mark IV batteries (original once) where running out, now Use them in my R5 and 5Div, and even bought a second set. I really enjoy the fact you can charge 3 batteries at the same time with the neewer charger, no need to go get out of bed at night to swap the battery in the original charger.

[@blkscorpion01]

I use almost primarily 3rd party batteries. I use BM Premium LP-E6NH. I've had them in my 7D for years & now R6ii since i received it. Not an issue so far and they last just as long per #of shutters.

[@2626stephen]

Interesting one I use a mix for my 70D had no problems with 3rd party batteries and save a bit cash

[@tonyburford421]

I use a mixture of canon an 3rd party batteries in my 7D2, 5D3/4 little or no noticeable difference tbh. I’ve also used Neewer battery grips on all 3 cameras and they work perfectly.

[@gregfisher216]

Interesting rob, did you check the battery info in the wrench menu / Battery info ?

[@NickRno77]

Rob, did the neewer battery give you high speed burst, 12fps, H+ Green does it show LP-E6NH on the battery status screen in the R6. Thanks

[@Noname-yu8qw]

I'm also using a 220v to camera adapter from neewer, works with no problems, did you test that ?

[@colintraveller]

I recently bought 2 batteries by Hahanel from Wex in Glasgow . Never heard of them before as i was intending to buy 2 Canon batteries but at 65 quid for the hahnel's and they also come with plastic tray when stored in the wallet . As for the Canon Battery i can get 8 hrs use i user it in my 90D , I never capture in Burst mode . Always single capture . I did buy a battery grip for my 5DSR . Found it to be a waste of money and it adds more weight to my already heavy Camera bag . So far am happy with the non branded batteries . But i still need to get another 2 batteries . On a whole I tend to use 2 in a day if i use the 5DSR more than usual .

[@desf8433]

Hi Rob.I have 2 third party batteries for my M50. They work great and can charge by usb. Trouble is that after a year or so they have expanded and now are tricky to get out of the camera.

[@pdel7007]

Interesting and needed video thanks. Only time will tell, but judging by the comments below time is showing them in a positive light..

[@xonx209]

This would be more useful if you do some scientific tests. My experience with third party batteries is they perform ok at first, then deteriorates quickly over time.

[@turnipmadras]

I have 8 batteries, 6 Neewer and 2 genuine Canon. Had them quite a while and gone through many charging cycles, with no issues at all. Only battery that has stopped holding a charge is one of the Canon barrerirs.

[@therockett]

Been using the same batteries for a while, including in the R6 battery grip (also Neewer), no issues, seem to work the same as the Canon batteries.

[@blackflagimages5436]

I use the same batteries! I've got the Neewer Charger & Battery bank. Charges 2 batteries and acts as a charger for your phone when you're in a pinch!

[@Soul_Visuals_Photography]

Strobe pro in Calgary Alberta has their branded canon batteries. I tried two and they are as good if not better than the stock LP-E6NH

[@MLeeMedia]

I used to use the flashes they had that were a copy of Canon’s 600ex-rt and they were less than a third in price. Performance was amazing

[@AdamQuinnPhoto]

Flash is a totally different topic -- and I'm curious how much flash photography Rob even does! -- but I've been all in on Godox/Flashpoint which I think is a superior product for 1/3 the price and offers radio control features that don't exist on Canon, Nikon, or Sony natively. I also like that with Godox/Flashpoint you can go from basic speedlight to studio strobes using the same radio controllers allowing you to start simple (or on a budget) and build up your kit over time as needed.

[@bngr_bngr]

I bought BM Premium 2 Pack of LP-E6NH and Dual Bay Battery Charger for $54 US. I used it on my Canon R6II on the battery grip. I already had two Canon batteries but wanted a back up. I would say the BM batteries last a little bit longer. I’ve had them for 7 months. I switch them off after each shoot.

[@stubones]

I wasn’t going to spend £300 on canon batteries so I stumped for this Neewer pack. I’m surprised how well the neewer battery with the oem canon one in the BG. I’ve shot about 700 images and both batteries are still around 75%. That’s amazing.

[@dougsmit1]

You should have mentioned whether the supplied charger will also charge the Canon LP-E6NH and whether the Neewer batteries will charge in the Canon charger that came with the camera. I bought two Wasabi LP-E6NH which have worked well for 11 months now and charge normally in the Canon charger. The opposite situation was with batteries for my Canon RP LP-E17 batteries (also used in several more recent cheaper bodies like the R8. With those, I have to use the Wasabi charger for the Wasabi batteries and those batteries do not display correct info on how much charge is left. The batteries work as well as the real Canon but you have to guess when they will run out. My Wasabi LP-E6NH batteries charge in the Canon charger and display all the information. I also have a single Vivitar LP-E17 which shares the problem not charging on the Canon charger. After three years, all of my LP-E17 batteries are starting to give slightly less service on a charge than when new and that includes the real Canon one that came with the camera. Obviously the only thing that makes any difference is whether one battery will expand and damage the camera. I can't say I see that as more likely to happen with Neewer or Wasabi than with the genuine Canons which are not guaranteed for as long as I have been using mine. I see now there are other 'recognized' names making LP-E6NH batteries. Latest is Small-rig. There is no reason to buy unbranded types when we have other, reasonable options. This is like the situation with SD cards except Canon does not bake them (Sony does). Keep us posted.

[@AdamQuinnPhoto]

I personally use the Powerextra LP-E6 LP E6N which I bought for my 5Dm3 but work perfectly with my R6 as well. Both Powerextra and the Neewer are well rated on Amazon though Amazon reviewers aren't the best for serious camera gear. I tend to rely more on the reviews at B&H, Adorama, or other photo/video specific websites as the reviewers there tend to actually know what they are talking about. And speaking of the serious camera sites: it's informative to see what third party battery brands they even carry. On B&H they carry Neewer but not Powerextra which suggests to me that for future battery purchases I should eliminate Powerextra from my shopping list.

[@user-bk1cp1dt4x]

Cann't wait to get one for my camera as well🥳

[@EnidAgnusDei]

I bought Duracell for my full frame kit, half the price and the Duracell last longer. I did buy Neewer for my older kit, no issues with them other than charger pins can bend a bit.

[@rubyredphoto]

Gonna watch the whole video but I have used neewer batteries since I started shooting and never had a problem that I know of

[@Noname-yu8qw]

I'm using a not original battery for my nikon camera for about 10 years and no problems

[@stevebzz839]

Just bought 3 and the charger this week.. 👌

[@timbo8917]

I have had these to run in my R6 mk2 for a few months shooting motorsports and they are brilliant, exactly like using genuine Canon. They fully work in the camera giving proper battery life readings etc. and I'm sure they last a little bit longer than the Canon. The charger will charge the Canon battery as well. Superb purchase.

[@quadepaul4712]

Do the newer batteries work with the in body charging through the camera. Mine is R6

[@timbo8917]

@@quadepaul4712 it does on the mk2

[@luckyluckyluchs9216]

A little bit of insight from the perspective of someone who used to race RC cars that ran on lithium batteries. Not sure if they're the same but it's always something worth trying: The lithium batteries I used were off brand ovonic batteries they were cheaper by a considerable amount but they lasted just as long if not longer than on brand batteries and I think it had to do with keeping the batteries at 50% charge when not in use. From what I know the lithium batteries like to sit at 50% or what's considered a storage charge and only ever fully charged before use. The other thing I did was never let my batteries die completely and with a special charger I would balance the charge of all the cells about once a month. Again I'm not sure if any of this will work but they're pretty safe practices to do with any battery and who knows it may be a solution to the shorter life expectancy of the neewer batteries.

[@cheekyoscar1353]

can anybody confirm if these batteries will show up on the battery indicator on the canon D7 as it slowly run down on power .

[@91364Steve]

Thanks for this review. As a working pro shooting dual bodies at events, I need lots of batteries. Side note: 110 quid for one OEM LP-E6NH? They're only 80 bucks here in the States. That makes them 70% more expensive in the UK. Still, the Neewers are a fraction of the price here. Still researching, but you got me closer to my decision. Thank you. Subscribing to your channel.

[@77.88.]

Iv'e used third party batteries in my Canon 5D MK II for thousands of photos and have not had any problems since 2009 I still have some of them that date back before 2010

[@nigelhakes1933]

I've bought Duracell batteries as spares never had a problem

[@oliverweber6842]

I was able to buy a Neewer Loader with Batteries right after your video on Amazon. I decided not to choose that 3-battery loader but the 2-battery loader including 2 batteries. Why ? ... because I don't see any clue in 3 batteries same time using a battery-grip that holds 2 batteries. It was VERY VERY fast delivered by only 2 days !! That charger comes only with a step-diagram for every slot and nothing else ... and you don't need anything else by the way !! On the other hand it comes with TWO charging slots ... Micro-USB and C-type USB ... witch is VERY helpful in case of charging on the run. The only thing I couldn't find out right now is, if there are any differences in current between them.

[@johngriffin9234]

Just checked on the Neewer Batteries and Neewer are offering a 20% discount for Fathers day, so price for 3 set is for the moment significantly lower than in Video. I have used Neewer in various Canon bodies for years and I have had no issues with them.

[@juniorhall7939]

Off subject but I am eagerly awaiting the r7 review video lol

[@AdamQuinnPhoto]

Something I would like to know is whether there a computer chip in the Canon batteries that lets the camera know it's working with an Authentic Canon Battery -- and if the camera, when sent to CPS for servicing or repair -- will allow the Canon techs to see you weren't using Canon batteries and refuse to cover you under warranty or the normal terms of CPS. I suppose it depends on how rude Canon wants to be to their customers but that's one reason I could see for spending 3x on your batteries to get authentic Canon batteries, especially if you're a working pro.

[@jhamm15]

Does anyone have this Neewer LP-E6 3 battery charger? Is it any good with the Canon branded batteries? Also has anyone used it with the bigger LP-EL battery for the Speedlite EL-1 flash? Thanks! ;)

[@dougsmit1]

I have had good service so far from my Wasabi Power LP-E17 (3 years) and LP-E6NH (11 months) batteries. I avoided Neewer brand because I have one ball head of theirs that I do not like but have other products that were fine. In the almost 20 years since I got my first Canon, I have had several battery failures but the rate has been the same for original Canons and several third party brands. None lasted forever but some beat ten years. Have you compared the dead-to-full charge time using the three at once charger to charging one at a time? That feature means little to me since I rarely start a second LP-E6NH let alone finish a second one on any given day. I understand how that might be important to pros.

[@paultrunfull3324]

Hi Rob, have used cheaper batteries in my digital Canon cameras for years and still do in my 1dx's and not had a problem (so far) But thats a hell of a price difference !

[@EnidAgnusDei]

Where can you get a decent none Canon one for the 1DX please?

[@markyounger972]

I have some cheaper batteries that were rated very well on Amazon but found they do not charge in the camera. Fine for using when you are heading home at the end of the day but for traveling I prefer Canon batteries so I can leave the charger at home.

[@HeroShotz]

I caught a sale and got 6 neewer batteries and 2 chargers for my r7 for $50 on Amazon and they didn't swell up or have any issues. As long as its a known company and not a random amazon seller named APEORJRJDKKE COOL BATTERIES YAY 😅 I think the batteries will be fine.

[@pascalkesselmark7529]

I‘m not willing to spend the money for original batteries. I rather buy faster/larger memory cards. Just bought some Patona batteries for my R7 and they work as the original ones. With the RP there was a message saying that I was not using original batteries, with the R7 this has gone.

[@meteoroz]

Does it charge them sequentially or in parallel?

[@RobSambles]

In parallel

[@blkscorpion01]

I think better information is how many shutter clicks are recorded and the % of battery left. You can see that in the Canon Battery Menu. Just saying 1bar used, isnt very useful as its something like 25% range.

[@johnbparry]

Hi Rob, have you found any suitable batteries for you Canon eos 1DX. I have bought one from ebay which works in the camera but does not indicate the state of the battery charge. Any you know of that are fully compatible. Thanks

[@roywiddowson9337]

I always use Duracells in my 7D2's,after a full day event shoot of a few hundred shots,there's always plenty of life left in them,even using 10fps bursts sometimes.Why pay Canon prices when you can get just as good for a lot less.

[@cadmus777]

I've never been game to use third party batteries. I've had one official Sony battery play up, and it caused the weirdest problems in the camera. I've also worked in IT forever, and power supply problems are always diagnosed by "nothing makes any sense, it's just going really weird". Playing with the power source just doesn't seem worth it. Longevity is a big worry. I do love everything Neewer does though, so it might be worth a shot.

[@jockslifeatliftvideoproduc8528]

Think for some it comes down to cheap back up batteries. For the times youre on longer more complex shoots than youre normally doing, its better to have a few dubious batteries over none at all

[@cadmus777]

@@jockslifeatliftvideoproduc8528 can't argue with that, some is always better than none!

[@bfs5113]

My take is there is no free lunch and don't think the high cost is solely the large profit margin from the camera manufacturers. Use them with caution, stop when they become hot and if possible, buy a USB power meter to measure the actual mAh of the batteries. The worst scenario is reusing recycled cells, and some mismatches will cause reverse charging. Just think where all are those recycled batteries go? Repackaged them as new of course. Otherwise, the cells are probably from lower grades or rejects. As well, DSLR has been around long enough that certain 3rd parties' battery brands have proven worthwhile to buy. Just avoid at all cost with the cheapest and unknown brands, unless they are the last resort for one's battery.

[@davidcouch007]

I have the same neewer batteries and charger for my 7dmk2 . They are equally as good if not better than the canon battery.. bargain

[@JeffBourke]

of course it's okay.

[@oliverweber6842]

Where has my personal testing review about cheap batteries against brand-batteries gone ?? I've spent plenty of time ... and now ... GONE !! If that will be deleted anyway I don't see any clue in doing so in future !!

[@derekfaeberwick]

NEEWER is a sticker, not a manufacturer.

[@erik5024]

Dang, that Canon battery is expensive! £109 equates to about $136, whereas I can get the Canon battery for $80. I'm one who is leery of aftermarket batteries, so I have only Canon ones. Anecdotally, my experience with aftermarket batteries (in general) is their lifespan isn't as good. Ymmv

[@cheekyoscar1353]

you say you don't get paid for doing this for review but you have already been paid because you've got the batteries and charger for free. Seems a fair trade off to me .. 👍👍👍

[@mcmoose64]

I have had mixed results with aftermarket batteries . Some have been very good , some have been complete junk . It is a lottery .

[@BenLovesPlanes]

For me, 5 grand on a Z9 then cheaping out on 3rd party batteries? No thanks.

[@Soul_Visuals_Photography]

the Amazon reviews are mixed. ill stay away.

[@yuriyi2859]

Useless video: only meaningless chatter. Not a single instrumental measurement.

[@herbertsnootsnaturephotogr7568]

I have newer batteries in both my cameras one being a 7d the other being a 77d and have had no problems and have been using them for a year.