2011Batteries/Power forum
Experiences with GlobalMediaPro batteries and their suitability for professional camera equipment
15 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- GlobalMediaPro batteries are sourced from the Bielen factory in China and have been used reliably for several years by some professionals without issues.
- A 160-watt GlobalMediaPro battery can power a monitor for nearly a full day, and a 95-watt battery powered a digital camera for approximately 2-3 hours in one user's experience.
- In a direct test, GlobalMediaPro batteries ran a 100-watt light source for 90 minutes while comparable Dionics batteries could not fully power the same equipment.
- GlobalMediaPro batteries can handle loads from wireless camera systems and film cameras on support rigs, though they may not be suitable for high-frame-rate camera operation.
- Cheap batteries may function initially but their reliability decreases over time, particularly with power-hungry HD cameras that may cause rapid battery degradation.
- GlobalMediaPro offers competitive pricing and includes chargers that are relatively inexpensive, with fast delivery and straightforward order fulfillment.
- Some users expressed concerns about payment methods restricted to wire transfer and negative online reviews found about the company.
- Anton Bauer HC batteries are noted as more stable and better suited for powering multiple high-demand devices simultaneously without compromising battery longevity.
Depends on
- Experience reports are from 2011 and may not reflect current product quality or company practices.
- Most positive experiences reported are from Australian users, with concerns raised about international shipping, particularly to the United States.
- Testing and long-term reliability data are limited to specific use cases and may not generalize to all equipment types.
- Some claims about battery behavior remain speculative or unsupported by detailed technical testing.