Compatible batteries? I just bought a Canon 80D (mostly because I heard all the discussion here!) I already had a Canon 70D. Are the two batteries interchangeable? 70D uses LP-E6 80D...

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Oct 2, 2019 13:08:38 #

LolaPL Loc: Richardson, Texas

I just bought a Canon 80D (mostly because I heard all the discussion here!) I already had a Canon 70D.

Are the two batteries interchangeable?

70D uses LP-E6
80D uses LP-E6N

Oct 2, 2019 13:13:24 #

rjaywallace Loc: Wisconsin

The Canon 80D manual will specify what model of battery is recommended by the manufacturer.

Oct 2, 2019 13:15:32 #

DWU2 Loc: Phoenix Arizona area

Here's the story: https://www.pictureline.com/blogs/products/canon-lp-e6n-vs-lp-e6?avad=176654_c173512f5

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Oct 2, 2019 13:18:24 #

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

Yes.

Oct 2, 2019 13:19:29 #

LolaPL Loc: Richardson, Texas

Thanks, DWU2. Exactly what I needed to know.

Oct 2, 2019 13:28:35 #

LolaPL Loc: Richardson, Texas

Thanks, CHG CANON.

Oct 2, 2019 13:59:43 #

rjaywallace Loc: Wisconsin

LolaPL wrote:

Thanks, DWU2. Exactly what I needed to know.

Lola, did my answer which was correct somehow disappoint you? /Ralph in the WI north woods

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Oct 2, 2019 14:14:32 #

mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey

LolaPL wrote:

I just bought a Canon 80D (mostly because I heard all the discussion here!) I already had a Canon 70D.

Are the two batteries interchangeable?

70D uses LP-E6
80D uses LP-E6N

They are capable, but you should be able to get more shots from the LP-E6N.

Oct 2, 2019 15:06:10 #

LolaPL Loc: Richardson, Texas

rjaywallace wrote:

Lola, did my answer which was correct somehow disappoint you? /Ralph in the WI north woods

I had started to follow your suggestion but then received another reply which made it unnecessary to continue. Did I somehow hurt your feelings, Ralph in the WI north woods?

Oct 2, 2019 15:09:36 #

LolaPL Loc: Richardson, Texas

mwsilvers wrote:

They are capable, but you should be able to get more shots from the LP-E6N.

Thanks, mwsilvers. I would use the older one only for a backup, but now I won't need to buy another of the newer ones.

Oct 2, 2019 16:11:09 #

LFingar Loc: Claverack, NY

LolaPL wrote:

Thanks, mwsilvers. I would use the older one only for a backup, but now I won't need to buy another of the newer ones.

There's little difference between them, assuming your older battery still has good recharge performance. Not always the case.The LP-E6 is rated for 1800 mAh while the LP-E6N is rated for 1865 mAh. I doubt that you would see much difference in battery life, although, as already stated, you will get a few more shots from the LP-E6N. If it was me, I would use the older one all I could to get the most life out of it before replacing it with an LP-E6N.

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Oct 2, 2019 16:20:06 #

LolaPL Loc: Richardson, Texas

LFingar wrote:

Thanks. I’m planning on using one for a backup, not sure which one yet.

Oct 3, 2019 06:56:41 #