- 7.4V 1030mAh Lithium-Ion Chemistry delivers stable power output across temperature extremes and long shooting days
- 41g Weight keeps your kit light when every gram counts on travel shoots or all-day events
- 45mm x 31mm x 18mm Dimensions slip into a jacket pocket or lens pouch without adding bulk to your carry
- 7Wh Energy Output supports extended sessions without the anxiety of mid-shoot power loss
- Sony Alpha A7, A7R, A7S Series Compatibility including second-generation bodies for wide ecosystem coverage
- Sony Alpha A6000, A6300, A6500 Support gives mirrorless shooters a trusted backup or primary cell
- Sony NEX-3, NEX-5, NEX-6, NEX-7 Compatibility extends the working life of legacy mirrorless bodies
- Sony Cyber-Shot RX10 Series Support including Mark II, III and IV variants for bridge camera users
- 2-Year Warranty backs the cell with manufacturer confidence in long-term reliability
- Duracell Engineering matches OEM performance standards without the premium price of branded cells
- Replacement NP-FW50 Form Factor drops into existing chargers and battery grips with no adapter needed
- Lithium-Ion Charge Retention means the spare in your bag holds its charge between shoots
- External Charging Required on A6000, A6300, A6500, A7, A7R, A7S series bodies via dedicated charger
Lithium-ion camera power from a name synonymous with dependability. This Duracell replacement delivers the runtime and cycle life your Sony Alpha or NEX body needs, without the OEM price premium. Rated at 1030mAh and 7.2V, it slots into the same battery bay as the original NP-FW50 and works identically with your charger and in-camera metering.
Why Duracell for Camera Power
Battery failure ends shoots. Duracell's reputation rests on cells that hold voltage under load and survive hundreds of charge cycles without meaningful capacity loss. This replacement uses the same lithium-ion chemistry as the Sony original, built to equivalent specifications and tested for thermal stability. You get OEM-equivalent performance at a lower cost per cell, which matters when you're carrying three or four spares for a day's work.
Real-World Runtime
A full charge supports approximately 300-400 shots on a typical mirrorless body under mixed shooting conditions,live view, occasional video clips, periodic menu use. Actual count varies with screen brightness, autofocus activity, and ambient temperature, but the capacity matches what you'd expect from a factory cell in good health. If your original NP-FW50 is two years old and no longer lasting a morning, this replacement returns you to baseline performance.
Cycle Life and Conditioning
Lithium-ion cells reach optimal performance after three full discharge and recharge cycles. The first charge may feel shorter than expected; this is normal conditioning behaviour, not a defect. By the third cycle, the cell stabilises and delivers its rated capacity consistently. Duracell backs this battery with a two-year limited warranty, covering manufacturing defects and premature capacity loss under normal use.
Compatibility Across Sony Bodies
This cell powers the Alpha A6000 through A6600 series, the A7, A7R and A7S models, and the earlier NEX range. It fits any camera or grip originally designed for the NP-FW50 form factor. The battery communicates charge level to the camera's metering system, so your remaining-shot estimate stays accurate. No firmware warnings, no compatibility errors,it behaves exactly like the cell that shipped with your body.
When to Replace
If your existing battery no longer holds enough charge to finish a shoot, or if it's taking noticeably longer to reach full capacity on the charger, it's reached end of life. Lithium-ion cells degrade with age and cycle count; replacing them restores the working time you had when the camera was new. Carrying a fresh spare also eliminates the anxiety of watching the battery icon drop during a critical sequence.
Duracell's manufacturing standards ensure this replacement meets the thermal and electrical tolerances required for safe operation inside a camera body. The cell won't overheat during high-speed burst shooting or 4K video recording, and it charges at the standard rate without stressing your existing charger. You're buying proven chemistry from a brand that's been in the battery business for decades, applied to the specific demands of digital imaging.
This NP-FW50 equivalent gives you the runtime and reliability your Sony body was designed around, at a cost that makes sense when you're building a multi-battery rotation. Duracell DR9954.
