Unity ProPower Pack (Model 5)

by Unity Digital

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004TQYZ
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 27, 2000

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Decription

It's no secret that digital cameras deplete batteries quickly. Rechargeables help, but if you use your camera for extended periods, you may still find yourself running out of power before the day is done. Unity's ProPower Pack is a portable power solution with enough energy to let you keep shooting all day long. The compact leather-wrapped unit is about the size of a pack of cigarettes. After charging with the included charger, clip it to your belt, connect the cable to your camera, and you're ready to shoot. You can even remove the batteries from your camera to save weight! The Model 5 ProPower Pack is a 6-volt pack designed to be used with the Nikon Coolpix 990 and all Olympus, Kodak, and Epson (except PhotoPC 800) digital cameras. Unity also makes a Model 4 Pro PowerPack for use with many other digital cameras.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

50 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Freedom from batteries and A/C adapters!, August 13, 2000

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Janet Stowers (Austin, Texas United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Unity ProPower Pack (Model 5) (Electronics)

After purchasing a Kodak 280 digital camera, I soon discovered that the warnings about rapid battery drainage with digital cameras were very true. After much research, I decided to try the Unity ProPower Pack (Model 5) to see if I could use my camera for extended periods without the hassle of an A/C adapter or frequent battery changes. What a treat this product turned out to be! Not only do I have unlimited freedom from the worries of low batteries and being tied to an A/C adapter, I can even remove the batteries from the camera while using the ProPower Pack to lighten the load. The ProPower Pack is small, light, and easily attaches to your waistband or belt. It comes with the recharging adapter and the cable necessary for connecting to your camera. I can usually get 4 to 5 hours of continous use of my camera while using the ProPower Pack. It will keep a charge most of the day, if I turn off the camera while not in use. Plenty of time to get tons of outdoor shots. I even use this product when downloading my photos from the camera to the computer. The product does require an initial charge for 24 hours, and subsequent charges after a day of use is overnight, (about 10 hours). My only complaint is that I wish the product was equipped with an indicator light while recharging to let you know when it is fully charged. But, I have not had a problem with just recharging it overnight and getting a full charge for the next day of use. If you crave the freedom from an A/C adapter and loathe buying batteries, this product is for you!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pro Power Pack is great for all, not just pros., June 20, 2001

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toby armour (Costa Mesa, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Unity ProPower Pack (Model 5) (Electronics)

My Nikon 990 went through AA batteries at an alarming rate. In fact, I thought at first something was wrong with the camera. I could only get a few shots out of a set. I was spending a lot of money on batteries. I almost gave up digital photography altogether.

A friend said that his ProPower Pack solved his problem....

When I got it, I wasn't satisfied with the shooting time so I called Unity Digital, the manufacturer. Turns out I ordered the wrong model and instead of going through all the hassles, expense, etc. by returning it through the system, Unity Digital handled it very quickly and easily and directly.

The model I have now (Model V) is FANTASTIC! It's already paid for itself and more by saving the $ on AA batteries. And the company's customer service is great, possibly the best I've ever encountered. I only wish all companies could be like this.

If you are spending more $ on AA batteries than you once thought possible, buy the ProPower Pack. I can shoot ALL day without changing batteries or losing those precious Kodak, er...Nikon, moments.

1.0 out of 5 stars Poor Performance, March 21, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Unity ProPower Pack (Model 5) (Electronics)

I purchased this product. Contacted the Company to make sure My camera was compatable and which connection to use. I charged the battery overnight. Then took it to my kids first swim lessong. Excellent performance. After that one day I could never get a shot out of it. I could Charge it over night for for 2 days. It won't even power on my camera any more. I haven't contacted Unity, but I wouldn't suggest this product to anyone.