2011Batteries/Power forum
Comparison of Anton Bauer gold mount versus V mount battery systems for professional video equipment
15 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- Gold mount connections provide superior retention compared to V mount, remaining secure even when inverted or subjected to impacts that would cause V mount batteries to detach
- Gold mount batteries are widely available globally, making them practical for international production work
- Anton Bauer gold mount batteries demonstrate long operational lifespans and durability through repeated handling and occasional drops on set
- Two variants of gold mount exist - compact and standard designs - with compact versions having a narrower profile but theoretically slightly less secure connection points that perform equivalently in practice
- Gold mount systems offer mounting options for different camera configurations, with variations in whether attachment bolts are positioned on top or underneath the mount plate
Depends on
- Preference for gold versus V mount may depend on specific camera models and intended work locations
- Observations about battery durability and lifespan are based on individual user experience over approximately six months to several years of use
- Discussion focuses on Anton Bauer brand batteries specifically and may not represent other manufacturers' gold or V mount systems
- No comparative testing or objective measurements were provided to quantify retention force or failure rates