2017Steadi-Newbies forum
Comparison of Core and BCB battery options for Steadicam rigs
What the thread found
- Core batteries offer long runtime, convenient monitoring of battery status, and include both USB and P-tap connections for auxiliary power
- BCB V-mount batteries have proven reliable through extended professional use and come in multiple capacity options
- Higher watt-hour rated batteries provide better discharge capacity and additional weight that can help balance larger camera setups
- Core Hypercore 75 models deliver good runtime in a compact form factor with P-tap output
Depends on
- The price difference between Core and BCB batteries was not quantified in the discussion
- Comparison is limited to anecdotal reports from individual operators rather than comprehensive testing
- BCB battery features for RED camera integration were mentioned but not detailed