The ZGCINE USB-C PD to FW50 Dummy Battery Cable is the essential power accessory for Sony photographers and videographers who need a reliable, uninterrupted power source during long video recordings or live broadcasts. By replacing your Sony NP-FW50 battery with this smart dummy battery cable, you can draw continuous power directly from any USB-C PD charger or power bank — eliminating the worry of batteries running flat mid-shoot.
Featuring an upgraded full-decoding chip, the ZGCINE dummy battery communicates seamlessly with your Sony camera, ensuring no annoying pop-up warnings appear on screen. Built-in overvoltage, overheating, overcharge, and short-circuit protection circuits keep both your camera and your power source safe at all times, making this cable a professional-grade solution for studio work, content creation, and beyond.
Key features
- USB-C PD Input: Connects to any USB-C Power Delivery charger or power bank for a universal, future-proof power solution.
- Continuous Power Supply: Delivers uninterrupted power ideal for extended video recording sessions, live streaming, and time-lapse shoots.
- Full-Decoding Upgraded Chip: Communicates natively with Sony cameras using the NP-FW50 slot — no pop-up warnings or error messages to interrupt your workflow.
- Comprehensive Safety Protection: Overvoltage, overheating, overcharge, and short-circuit protection safeguard your camera and connected devices at all times.
- NP-FW50 Compatibility: Designed as a direct drop-in replacement for the Sony NP-FW50 battery, fitting all compatible Sony Alpha and NEX cameras.
- Lightweight & Portable: Slim cable design adds minimal bulk, perfect for on-location shoots or desktop studio setups.
Specifications
| Input Connection | USB-C PD |
|---|---|
| Compatible Battery Type | Sony NP-FW50 |
| Power Delivery | Continuous / uninterrupted |
| Chip | Upgraded full-decoding chip |
| Camera Compatibility | Sony cameras using NP-FW50 battery |
| Overvoltage Protection | Yes |
| Overheating Protection | Yes |
| Overcharge / Short-Circuit Protection | Yes |
| Pop-up Warning | None (full decoding, no pop-up window) |
Frequently asked questions
Which Sony cameras is this dummy battery cable compatible with?
This cable is designed to replace the Sony NP-FW50 battery, making it compatible with all Sony cameras that use the NP-FW50 battery slot, such as the Sony A6000, A6100, A6300, A6400, A6500, A7, A7 II, and many other Alpha and NEX series models.
Will my Sony camera display a battery warning or pop-up when using this cable?
No. The ZGCINE dummy battery cable features an upgraded full-decoding chip that communicates properly with your Sony camera, so no pop-up warnings or error messages will appear during use.
Is it safe to use this dummy battery cable during long recording sessions?
Yes. The cable includes built-in overvoltage, overheating, overcharge, and short-circuit protection, ensuring safe and stable continuous power delivery throughout extended video recordings or live broadcasts.
