Backup for Photographers
Power camera charging, drones, laptops, monitors and selective lighting on location without relying on venue sockets.
Problem to solve
- Shoots often move faster than available charging points.
- Drone batteries, laptops and LED lights can drain small stations quickly.
- Silent power matters for weddings, interviews and indoor locations.
Typical consumption
| Load | Typical watts | Planning note |
|---|---|---|
| Camera battery chargers | 10-40W each | Usually batch charging |
| Drone charger | 60-250W | High short sessions |
| Laptop | 60-140W | Editing / tethering |
| Field monitor | 20-80W | Continuous when used |
| LED light | 60-300W each | Can dominate runtime |
Autonomie
| Level | Load range | What it covers | Recommended solution | Autonomie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charging Kit | 80-250W | Camera, drone and phone charging | compact to 1 kWh station class | All-day light charging |
| Production Day | 250-600W | Laptop, monitor and some LED lighting | 1-2 kWh station class | 4-10h typical |
| Lighting Heavy | 600W+ | Several continuous lights and monitors | 2-5 kWh station class | Manual light plan |
Technical notes before buying
- Ask how many lights run at the same time. Lighting is usually the difference between a small kit and a serious station.
- For travel shoots, weight and charging speed may matter more than maximum capacity.
Build a real autonomy estimate
Add each device, set the quantity and daily hours. The calculator totals your energy need, compares the available power station classes and shows how solar input changes the picture.