Sidney explains why the introduction of the new Sony battery is a bigger move than you expect.

• Higher Energy Output: It features increased voltage (7.82V vs. 7.2V) and higher capacity (20.9 Watt-hours vs. 16.4 Watt-hours), providing more raw power to the camera.
• Enables High-Performance Features: The extra power allows for intensive processing tasks, such as “Dual Gain Shooting” and shooting 14-bit RAW photos at 30 fps blackout-free.
• Prevents Thermal Throttling: The battery’s efficiency helps the camera handle high-speed data processing without overheating or slowing down.
• Longer Life: It lasts approximately 25% longer than the previous Sony Z-series battery.
• Faster Charging: Combined with the new BC-SA01 charger , the battery reaches a full charge much quicker than previous models.
• Support for Future Video Specs: It provides the power necessary to potentially support 8K at 120 fps, 4K at 240 fps, and higher oversampled video formats.
• Health Monitoring: The new system allows users to see a detailed “Battery Health” percentage directly in the camera menu.

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