Can anyone recommend a dual charger for the Nikon EN-EL 15 C batteries?
Nikon EN-EL15 C Dual Charger?
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fcotterill
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My 0.02c is be sure to match the specs of the MH-34 charger(s), which is USB C PD. These new generation chargers can be charged on powerpacks, 3rd part AC powerblocks with USB C plugs.
Besides the USB chargers are more compact.
BandH has Used MH34's.
As with the MH33 for PD charging the newer versions of the large ENEL18 batteries, Nikon's progression to support the PD standards is one of their wiser decisions. Sure simplifies life, especially traveling: independence from AC, more compact, universal cables etc
Here's more useful information, including 3rd party chargers for ENEL15
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Besides the USB chargers are more compact.
BandH has Used MH34's.
As with the MH33 for PD charging the newer versions of the large ENEL18 batteries, Nikon's progression to support the PD standards is one of their wiser decisions. Sure simplifies life, especially traveling: independence from AC, more compact, universal cables etc
Here's more useful information, including 3rd party chargers for ENEL15
New USB C PD charger for EN EL15 batteries: Nikon Z Mirrorless Talk Forum: Digital Photography Review
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Interesting. I had no idea this charger even existed. You would think that Nikon would have updated what’s in the box with its $4k camera to include as opposed to the same one I got with my 7 year old D500. Thanks for the info.
John Navitsky
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this. these are nice and compact and the usd pd makes them very flexibleMy 0.02c is be sure to match the specs of the MH-34 charger(s), which is USB C PD. These new generation chargers can be charged on powerpacks, 3rd part AC powerblocks with USB C plugs.
Besides the USB chargers are more compact.
BandH has Used MH34's.
As with the MH33 for the newer versions of the large ENEL18 batteries, Nikon's progression to support PD is one of their wiser decisions. Sure simplifies life, especially traveling: independence from AC, more compact, universal cables etc
Here's more useful information, including 3rd party chargers for ENEL15
New USB C PD charger for EN EL15 batteries: Nikon Z Mirrorless Talk Forum: Digital Photography Review
Expert news, reviews and videos of the latest digital cameras, lenses, accessories, and phones. Get answers to your questions in our photography forums.
fwiw, in the past i had gotten the high end “cube” 3rd party dual chargers and they worked great… until nikon released the 15c version and they wouldn’t charge those at all.
John Navitsky
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yah, the arrival of these were very much under the radar
I have one. Its nice to have one charger cord for both the Z8 and Z9 chargers, but the percentage leds do nothing. They never light. Hopefully a firmware update will make them functional.
I’ve been using this one for almost four years. I like the visualization of the charging progress:
No longer available, but I see other similar chargers.
No longer available, but I see other similar chargers.
This is the best thing since sliced bread. It is just a hub with 4 inputs. One is power cord to outlet. Other 3 plug into Nikon OEM chargers. I have two hubs and charge 6 enel15’s simultaneously. Very inexpensive, nothing to break. No power issues. Just a hub.
Problem is - I can’t find my order from Amazon, so can’t send you link. When I do, I’ll post it up. This is the easiest, least problematic solution. Been using it for years.
GOT IT!
Chenyang IEC 320 C8 1 to 3 C7 Splitter Power Adapter for Power Supply 1 in 3 Out https://a.co/d/bKKC05W
Problem is - I can’t find my order from Amazon, so can’t send you link. When I do, I’ll post it up. This is the easiest, least problematic solution. Been using it for years.
GOT IT!
Chenyang IEC 320 C8 1 to 3 C7 Splitter Power Adapter for Power Supply 1 in 3 Out https://a.co/d/bKKC05W
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That’s one way to do it. The reason I want a dual is to have one piece for travel.
Vincent_VdB
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I have this one from Nitecore: https://photo.nitecore.com/product/unk2
But has a regular USB-A plug so I do not use it on my travels anymore as I moved for all my equipment to USB-C connections. My go-to USB-c adaptor is a Samsung 65W dual USB-C one. I charge one battery via the MH-33 and when needed via a second cable charge the other battery in-camera. Maybe this can help under the condition you have a Z body allowing in-body charging. Samsung charger -->
But has a regular USB-A plug so I do not use it on my travels anymore as I moved for all my equipment to USB-C connections. My go-to USB-c adaptor is a Samsung 65W dual USB-C one. I charge one battery via the MH-33 and when needed via a second cable charge the other battery in-camera. Maybe this can help under the condition you have a Z body allowing in-body charging. Samsung charger -->
Okay, learning some new things here and on the referenced DPR thread. I’m going to start looking for a dual PD charger. As I’m no longer using the EN-EL15a batteries, it’s probably time to upgrade. And, besides, it’s ugly outside today…
I’ve been using my old MH-24 Nikon chargers to charge my en el 15 C’s as well as my older 15, 15A and 15B’s. No issues. Newer USB C charging would be nice to allow charge from power block, but I have too many of the 3 previous models 15’s (used in my D850’s) to start overMy 0.02c is be sure to match the specs of the MH-34 charger(s), which is USB C PD. These new generation chargers can be charged on powerpacks, 3rd part AC powerblocks with USB C plugs.
Besides the USB chargers are more compact.
BandH has Used MH34's.
As with the MH33 for PD charging the newer versions of the large ENEL18 batteries, Nikon's progression to support the PD standards is one of their wiser decisions. Sure simplifies life, especially traveling: independence from AC, more compact, universal cables etc
Here's more useful information, including 3rd party chargers for ENEL15
New USB C PD charger for EN EL15 batteries: Nikon Z Mirrorless Talk Forum: Digital Photography Review
Expert news, reviews and videos of the latest digital cameras, lenses, accessories, and phones. Get answers to your questions in our photography forums.
As it is, when traveling, my wife and I have to carry lightning plugs for older apple devices, mini usb for old kindle and her hearing aids, usb C for new Apples and new kindle. Pain in the ass especially since she and I each have so many different models of old and new meaning we carry 2 of all connector cords. Thank God Europe put an end to Apple dictating the cord d’jour.
ricardo00
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I bought this one (very cheap) and have taken it on several trips without any problems (always do bring a single Nikon charger as well, one in my suitcase and the double in my camera bag):
$83...? It appears that Nikon is very proud of this charger!My 0.02c is be sure to match the specs of the MH-34 charger(s), which is USB C PD. These new generation chargers can be charged on powerpacks, 3rd part AC powerblocks with USB C plugs.
Besides the USB chargers are more compact.
BandH has Used MH34's.
As with the MH33 for PD charging the newer versions of the large ENEL18 batteries, Nikon's progression to support the PD standards is one of their wiser decisions. Sure simplifies life, especially traveling: independence from AC, more compact, universal cables etc
Here's more useful information, including 3rd party chargers for ENEL15
$83New USB C PD charger for EN EL15 batteries: Nikon Z Mirrorless Talk Forum: Digital Photography Review
Expert news, reviews and videos of the latest digital cameras, lenses, accessories, and phones. Get answers to your questions in our photography forums.
fcotterill
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More below about USB C and PD. Buying the correct cables is a solid investment. I use a Thunderbolt or the shorter Nikon UC-E24.
I've learned the expensive way that it pays to buy only reputable PD chargers and power blocks. Anker is recommended, including this car charger.
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jonnolan
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I am on my third EN-EL18c battery. Two from Amazon and one from B&H. DOA. It looks like the new one from B&H is not working either. I placed the B&H battery it in the battery charge and unplugged the charger and see if that makes a difference. The battery does not want to calibrate. I just now wrote to Nikon and B&H and will hear back shortly. I hope!