Canon

The Canon LP-E6P is the safest battery choice for modern Canon bodies that expect the newer high-output LP-E6 generation. It is not the most exciting accessory to buy, but it helps ensure that recent Canon mirrorless cameras can access their latest power-hungry features, including pre-burst and certain high-speed video modes.

It is also backwards-compatible with Canon cameras that accept LP-E6-style batteries. It would be overkill in something like a 5D Mark II, but for the Canon R5C, it makes a lot of sense. Honestly, given how demanding the R5C can be, this is the battery Canon probably should have released with that camera in the first place.

The Good:

• Official Canon compatibility and battery communication.

• Safer choice for demanding Canon bodies and newer video features.

• Works with existing LP-E6-style Canon chargers.

• Same price as the previous model, at least when bought new.

• Gives the Canon R5C a welcome power boost.

• Backwards-compatible with many older LP-E6 cameras.

The Bad:

• More expensive than third-party LP-E6P-style packs.

• Not a very exciting purchase, even if it is useful.

• Overkill for older Canon bodies that do not need the higher-output pack.

• Get it if your Canon body specifically benefits from or requires the LP-E6P.

• Get it if you own a Canon R5C; in fact, get several.

• Get it if you want the safest battery option for newer Canon mirrorless features.

• Pass if your older Canon body does not need the newer high-output pack.

• Pass if third-party batteries already work well enough for your lower-demand setup.