C300: C300III mains power options

[boosh]

Hi guys, are any C300 MKIII owners running off mains power? The camera didn't ship with a mains power adapter. I would like to pick one up to use during long interview shoots for ease of use and to extend the life of my batteries. Is there a specific one anyone reccomends, maybe a cheaper but reliable third party one? I notice the C300 MKIII has a 12v XLR which I assume could be used. Thanks.

 

[puredrifting]

Not sure of the amp draw? But something like this would probably do the trick
without spending the $300.00 for the Canon power supply?
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/prod...MIweX_0cis6wIVrx6tBh098wwGEAYYCSABEgJ-KPD_BwE

 

[seanarmada]

I remember Jon Roemer (I think he's on the forum here) told me he bought this for his C500mkii and it's been working no problem. Planning to pick one up also, I just bought a C300mkiii:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/prod...wr_supply_201w_15v_power_supply_15v_201w.html

 

[boosh]

Thanks for the suggestions guys. I can't actually see an official Canon version anywhere. It doesn't look like they actually make one?

The IndiPro one is very reasonably priced, I would just want to make sure it isn't going to fry my camera if it goes wrong. I would be interested to know if anyone has tried or tested anything specifically? In the Canon manual, it states 'XLR 4-pin jack (male connector), 11.5 V to 20.0 V DC, 10 A (acceptable maximum load current)'.

I remember some reports of C500MKII owners trying a 12v adapter and it not drawing enough power to actually let you press record, not sure if that's to do wit the higher power draw of the C500MKII though.

 

[boosh]

Did anyone see this options form Hawkwoods?

https://cvp.com/product/hawk-woods_ps-90

This was under the recommended C300 MKIII accessories. Looks like a great option at a cheaper price point. Has anyone tried this?

 

[dpc]

Haven't tried it, but it looks like a great option. The IndiPro mentioned earlier will not work.

 

[puredrifting]

Haven't tried it, but it looks like a great option. The IndiPro mentioned earlier will not work.

Good to know!

 

[boosh]

For those interested, I received the Hawkwoods adapter today. It works perfectly fine. It only cost £90 +VAT. A great lower cost option.

 

[djangosan]

Just spotted this on B&H. It looks powerful enough, but it's IKAN. I would not want my camera to be the guinea pig. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1333908-REG/ikan_ac_15v_6a_xlr_15v_6a_90w_ac_dc.html/overview