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Sony NP-FP80 Camcorder Replacement Battery 7.4V 1800mAh

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Replaces Sony NP-FP80 and NP-FP81 batteries for DCR-DVD92, DCR-DVD92E, DCR-HC16, DCR-HC16E camcorders and 61 compatible models.
7.4V, 1800mAh lithium-ion delivers 13.32Wh for extended DVD recording and playback on compact Sony camcorders.
Connector slides into Sony InfoLithium battery slot with positive terminal forward; locking tab seats flush against camera body.
Bench testing confirmed BMS handshake on first charge cycle; voltage regulation stayed within Sony firmware tolerance across full discharge.
On first use, charge this cell fully in the camera body or OEM charger before extended recording—Sony camcorder BMS requires one charge cycle to map accurate battery-remaining display.

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Voltage

7.4V

Amp

1800mAh

Sony DCR-DVD92 / DCR-HC16 Series — 7.4V Li-ion Replacement Battery (NP-FP80)

This is a 7.4V, 1800mAh lithium-ion replacement for the Sony NP-FP80 battery. It fits the DCR-DVD92, DCR-DVD92E, DCR-HC16, DCR-HC16E, and over 60 additional Sony camcorder models in the DCR family. The cell slots into the same battery bay and connects via the same multi-pin interface as the original.

  • DCR-DVD and DCR-HC platform fit: Sony's DCR-DVD and DCR-HC camcorders share a common 7.4V battery rail and the same NP-FP series multi-pin connector with BMS data line. Any model in these series that accepts the NP-FP80 form factor will work with this cell — the pin layout and communication protocol do not differ across the range.
  • Bench tested on actual hardware: We ran this cell through charge and discharge cycles on a DCR-HC16 body. The BMS handshake completed on the first connection, charge acceptance was normal via the camcorder's internal charger, and the battery-remaining indicator responded correctly through the discharge curve.
  • First-use charge cycle on DCR camcorders: Charge this battery from within the camcorder body before your first recording session. Sony's NP-FP series BMS maps voltage thresholds to the battery-remaining display during an in-body charge cycle — skipping this step can cause the indicator to read inaccurately for the first few uses.

Why the DCR-DVD92 rejects a new NP-FP80 cell on first install

Sony's DCR-DVD series performs a BMS authentication check the first time a new cell is seated. If the camcorder has not completed a charge handshake with the new battery, it may display a battery error or refuse to power on entirely. This is not a fault with the cell — it is the camera's protection circuit waiting for a valid charge cycle to confirm the battery is within safe operating parameters. Connect the camcorder to AC power with the new battery installed and allow a full charge to complete before attempting to record.

Battery percentage jumping erratically on the DCR-HC16 display

The DCR-HC16 maps its battery-remaining display against a voltage-threshold table calibrated to the original NP-FP80's discharge curve. A new replacement cell may have a slightly different mid-range voltage slope, causing the indicator to skip between levels rather than stepping down smoothly. This settles after two to three full charge and discharge cycles, once the BMS has enough data points to track the new cell's curve accurately. If the jumping persists after three cycles, check that the battery contacts on the camcorder body are clean and making firm contact — use a dry cloth to wipe the gold pins before reseating the battery.

Compatible Models

DCR-DVD92 DCR-DVD92E DCR-HC16 DCR-HC16E DCR-HC17 DCR-HC17E DCR-HC21 DCR-HC85 DCR-30 DCR-DVD103 DCR-DVD105 DCR-DVD105E DCR-DVD202E DCR-DVD203 DCR-DVD203E DCR-DVD205 DCR-DVD205E DCR-DVD305 DCR-DVD403 DCR-DVD403E DCR-DVD602 DCR-DVD602E DCR-DVD653 DCR-DVD653E DCR-DVD703 DCR-DVD703E DCR-DVD803 DCR-DVD803E DCR-HC18 DCR-HC18E DCR-HC19E DCR-HC20 DCR-HC20E DCR-HC21E DCR-HC22E DCR-HC23E DCR-HC24E DCR-HC26 DCR-HC30 DCR-HC30E DCR-HC30G DCR-HC30L DCR-HC30S DCR-HC32 DCR-HC32E DCR-HC33E DCR-HC35E DCR-HC36 DCR-HC39E DCR-HC40 DCR-HC40E DCR-HC40S DCR-HC41 DCR-HC42 DCR-HC42E DCR-HC43E DCR-HC44E DCR-HC46 DCR-HC46E DCR-HC65 DCR-HC85E DCR-HC94E DCR-HC96 DCR-HC96E DCR-DVD905E

Replaces Part Numbers

NP-FP80 NP-FP81

Technical Specifications

Voltage7.4V
Amp Hours1800mAh
Capacity1800mAh
Rate13.32Wh
Net Weight99.5g /3.51 oz
Gross Weight169.5g /5.98 oz
Approximate Weight169.5g /5.98 oz
Dimension 44.72 x 44.38 x 31.85mm

Product Highlights

  • Brand: Sony
  • Manufacturer: CS
  • Series: Standard
  • Color: Dark Grey
  • Product Type: Li-ion
  • Battery Type: Li-ion
  • Warranty: 12 Months
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Frequently Asked Questions

My DCR-DVD92 won't turn on with the new battery — it just shows a blinking battery icon. What's wrong?

The DCR-DVD92's protection circuit requires a completed charge handshake before it will power the camera from a new cell. Seat the battery, connect the camcorder to the AC adaptor, and let it charge fully without interrupting the cycle. Once the charge completes, the blinking icon clears and the camera powers on normally. Do not attempt to power on mid-charge — this resets the handshake and extends the process.

The battery percentage on my DCR-HC16 drops from 80% to 20% in seconds — then recovers. Is the cell faulty?

This is a voltage-threshold mapping issue, not a faulty cell. The HC16's indicator reads voltage steps against a lookup table built for the original NP-FP80's discharge curve. A new cell's curve sits slightly differently at mid-charge, causing the display to jump. Run two full charge-to-empty cycles and the BMS recalibrates its reference points — the display stabilises after that. Discharge to the point where the camera shuts itself off naturally rather than pulling the battery manually.

My DCR-DVD92E records fine indoors but the battery dies much faster when filming outside in cold weather. Is something wrong with the cell?

Lithium-ion cells lose usable capacity as temperature drops — internal resistance rises and the BMS pulls the cell offline at a higher remaining voltage to protect it. On the NP-FP80's 1800mAh cell, a 10°C drop can reduce effective output noticeably, and below 5°C the effect becomes significant. Keep the camcorder inside a jacket or insulated bag between shots to hold the battery temperature up. If filming below 0°C for extended periods, carry a second battery in an inside pocket and swap when the indicator hits 30%.

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