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Which battery does the Canon 7D II take?

The Canon EOS 7D Mark II is a enthusiast DSLR that features a 20.0MP sensor. It is powered by the Canon LP-E6N, which is a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery pack. Lithium-Ion batteries offer a high energy density and low self-discharge, and are nowadays found in many portable electronic devices.

Battery Pack

The LP-E6N operates at a voltage of 7.2V and has a capacity of 1865mAh. It can be charged from a standard electrical outlet via the Canon LC-E6 charger (that can be purchased separately, for example, at amazon). The battery pack measures 56 mm in width, 20 mm in height, and 38 mm in depth. It weighs 79 g. The Canon LP-E6N has been on the market since September 2014 and sells at good camera retailers, such as amazon, for about $100. Canon provides the LP-E6N in a black outer finish. Generic alternatives (see below) that are compatible with the Canon EOS 7D Mark II can be obtained at substantially lower cost.


Find a generic replacement for the Canon LP-E6N at:

 
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What is the difference between the Canon LP-E6N and the LP-E6?

The LP-E6N was preceded as a battery pack for digital cameras by the LP-E6. Both types operate at a similar voltage and are fully interchangeable, so that the LP-E6 can also be used with the Canon 7D II. The main difference between the two packs is their capacity. The Canon LP-E6N has a 3.5 percent higher mAh value (1865 vs 1800 mAh) and, hence, somewhat better performance (3.5 percent more shots per battery charge) than the LP-E6.

How many shots can I take with a fully charged ?

The number of shots that one can get out of a battery pack depends heavily on the style and imaging practice of the photographer. For example, the extended use of the LCD screen for framing or reviewing will result in reduced battery performance.

Canon LP-E6N

The Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) has established guidelines that manufacturers are supposed to respect when reporting the battery life of their cameras. According to this CIPA-rating, the Canon 7D II can take 670 images on a single charge. Given the relatively demanding energy usage of the CIPA procedures, this rated number should be achievable or be surpassed in most practical situations. However, if the environment is cold, the LCD screen is used heavily, or the camera is turned on and off frequently, battery mileage might drop towards or even below the rating. Also, as the battery pack ages, its performance will tend to deteriorate.

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What about generic battery packs?

Canon sells the original LP-E6N battery pack at quite a steep price. This premium pricing strategy has left room in the market for third party suppliers to offer fully compatible battery packs at much lower prices. Savings from buying generic replacement batteries can amount up to 70 percent of the price of the genuine battery pack.

Canon LP-E6N Specifications

  • Battery type: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion power pack
  • Compatibility: Canon 7D II & other selected Canon cameras
  • Voltage: 7.2V DC
  • Capacity: 1865mAh
  • Number of shots (CIPA) with the Canon 7D II: 670

Indeed, one can often find a variety of competitively-priced LP-E6N replacements from different vendors at major online platforms (see, for example, here on ebay). All these generic alternatives should work fine with your Canon 7D II. So why would anybody then buy the more expensive original battery? Well, below are some arguments in favor of the genuine Canon LP-E6N, which can perhaps be summarized as "peace of mind":

  • Assurance that the warranty of the camera will not be rendered void if a battery-related failure occurs;
  • Assurance that the battery pack will indeed have the stated capacity;
  • Assurance that the battery will have low self-discharge rates and, thus, will hold its charge even when not in use;
  • Assurance that the power unit will not trigger any warning messages on the camera and can be effectively charged with the standard charger;
  • Assurance that the manufacturing process has respected the safety guidelines for Lithium-Ion batteries;

If you can live without these assurances, then you are in for some nice savings from buying generic replacements for the Canon LP-E6N. Unfortunately, the market for generic battery packs is rather fluid, with new trade names popping up regularly while others disappear. Hence it is difficult to keep track of all the suppliers and the quality of their products. That said, in North America, battery packs from Wasabi have gained a good reputation, while in Europe, replacement power packs from Patona have received many favorable reviews. In any case, the existing comparisons tend to find that the cheapest of the generic replacement packs score worse in terms of achieving their rated capacity, holding their charge over time, or allowing for a large number of charge-discharge cycles than somewhat pricier battery packs (or the genuine Canon offer). Thus, the old adage, "If the price sounds too low to be true, it probably is" has some merit with respect to camera batteries also. You can check the current offers and prices for the original Canon LP-E6N and its clones by using the buttons below.


Find a generic replacement for the Canon LP-E6N at:

 
amazon.com
 
 
ebay.com
 


Which other cameras use the Canon LP-E6N or the LP-E6?

The 7D Mark II is not alone in using the Canon LP-E6N or the LP-E6. Several other cameras from Canon are powered by the same type of lithium-ion pack. The adjacent table lists some of them along with a selection of their headline specifications.

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Cameras using the Canon LP-E6N or the LP-E6
  Camera
Model
Battery
(name)
Battery life
(CIPA)
Sensor Size
(type)
Resolution
(MP)
Weight
(g)
Camera
Launch
Launch Price
(USD)
Street Price
(USD)
1Canon 5D Mark IICanon LP-E6850Full Frame21.0850Sep 20083,499ebay.com
2Canon 5D Mark IIICanon LP-E6950Full Frame22.1950Mar 20123,499ebay.com
3Canon 5D Mark IVCanon LP-E6N900Full Frame30.1890Aug 20163,499amazon.com
4Canon 5DSCanon LP-E6700Full Frame50.3930Feb 20153,699ebay.com
5Canon 5DS RCanon LP-E6700Full Frame50.3930Feb 20153,699ebay.com
6Canon 6DCanon LP-E61090Full Frame20.0770Sep 20122,099ebay.com
7Canon 6D Mark IICanon LP-E6N1200Full Frame26.0765Jun 20171,999amazon.com
8Canon 7DCanon LP-E6800APS-C17.9860Sep 20091,699ebay.com
9Canon 7D IICanon LP-E6N670APS-C20.0910Sep 20141,799ebay.com
10Canon 60DCanon LP-E61100APS-C17.9755Aug 20101,399ebay.com
11Canon 70DCanon LP-E6920APS-C20.0755Jul 20131,199ebay.com
12Canon 80DCanon LP-E6N960APS-C24.0730Feb 20161,199ebay.com
13Canon 90DCanon LP-E6N1300APS-C32.3701Aug 20191,199amazon.com
14Canon RCanon LP-E6N370Full Frame30.1660Sep 20182,299ebay.com
15Canon XC10Canon LP-E6N3701-inch12.01040Apr 20152,499ebay.com

Canon LP-E6N FAQ

The Canon LP-E6N is the standard power source for the 7D Mark II. As such it is an indispensable camera accessory. Below are some additional questions and answers concerning some particular aspects of the battery pack and Lithium-Ion power units more generally.

Is there a car charger available for the LP-E6N?

Canon offers the CBC-E6 (here at amazon) to charge the battery pack from the standard lighter outlet of a car.

Can I use the LP-E6N in any of my other electronic devices?

No, the battery is specifically designed for use in the Canon 7D II and other selected cameras from Canon.

How should the LP-E6N be stored?

Lithium-ion batteries can hold a charge for a long time. However, these battery packs have a safety mechanism built-in that disables any re-charge if the voltage drops below a certain minimum level. To avoid this safety-trigger to be activated, the battery pack should be charged at least once every few months.

How should I discard my old Canon LP-E6N battery pack?

The contents of Lithium-Ion batteries is under pressure and the packs can explode if exposed to extreme heat. Lithium-Ion battery units should therefore never be incinerated and should not be thrown into the household trash, but put into the recycling stream. Most places that sell camera batteries will also accept them back for recycling.

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