ZGCINE ZG-X222 V-Mount Battery: 222Wh Specs, Ports and Who It Is For
What the ZG-X222 is
The ZG-X222 is the big battery in the ZGCINE V-Mount range we supply in India. It is a 222Wh, 14.8V, 15000mAh V-Mount pack with a 1.4 inch OLED display, USB-C PD3.1 at 140W for both input and output, and a port list that covers most of what sits on a cinema rig: two USB-C, three D-Tap, one 8.4V DC and one 12V DC.
The idea is simple. One battery on the back of the camera feeds the camera, the monitor, a light and a phone or laptop, and a single USB-C charger fills it again. Everything below comes from the ZGCINE product page. Where the page says nothing, we say nothing, so you will not find runtime claims, airline approvals or certifications here.
ZG-X222 specifications
| Item | Listed spec |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 222Wh, 14.8V, 15000mAh |
| USB-C 1 | PD input and output, up to 28V/5A |
| USB-C 2 | PD output only, independent of USB-C 1 |
| D-Tap output | 14.8V/15A, or 22V/10A on the boost D-Tap |
| D-Tap / BP input | 16.8V/3A |
| DC outputs | 8.4V/3A and 12V/3A |
| Display | 1.4 inch OLED, shows port status, voltage, output power and remaining battery |
| Charge time | About 1.5 hours to 80 percent and 2 hours to full on PD 140W |
| Size and weight | 130 x 82 x 87 mm, 2.95 lb |
| In the box | ZG-X222 and one USB-C 240W E-mark cable |
The page also lists overvoltage, overcurrent, overcharge, overdischarge, temperature, overpower, recovery and short circuit protection, and says the pack keeps releasing power at minus 20 degrees Celsius. It describes the cells as LG. It does not publish a runtime figure, so we compute our own below and label it as an estimate.
Ports and what each one runs
USB-C ports
USB-C 1 takes PD in and sends PD out, so it doubles as the charging socket. USB-C 2 is output only. ZGCINE says the two run as independent lines, so a laptop on one does not starve a phone on the other. The 28V/5A top profile on USB-C 1 is what gives the 140W figure.
D-Tap ports
Three D-Tap ports is the headline feature. ZGCINE calls it an industry first. The third port can be switched to a 22V output by long pressing the button, which the page positions for high-power fill lights that want more than 14.8V. The standard D-Tap rating is 14.8V at 15A. That is a ceiling for the port, not a reason to hang three hungry lights on one pack and expect a full day.
DC ports
One 8.4V and one 12V DC output, 3A each. These suit small monitors, wireless video transmitters and accessories that want a fixed voltage. The page lists compatibility with Ninja monitors and SmallHD monitors, and with Sony, Canon and Nikon cameras through the right cable.
The display and why it matters on set
The 1.4 inch screen shows which ports are live, voltage, output power and what is left in the pack. On a rig this removes a lot of guessing. If the monitor flickers, you can see whether the battery is delivering or whether a cable is the problem. If the DP adds a light mid-shoot, you can see the total draw change.
Worked runtime example (illustrative, not measured)
ZGCINE publishes no runtime for the X222, so here is the arithmetic you can run yourself. Runtime in hours is battery watt-hours divided by total load in watts. The loads below are made-up round numbers to show the method. They are not measurements of any specific camera, monitor or light, so replace them with the figures from your own gear’s spec sheets.
- Cinema camera body: 35W (assumed)
- On-camera monitor: 12W (assumed)
- Small LED light: 30W (assumed)
Total load is 35 + 12 + 30 = 77W. Then 222Wh divided by 77W is about 2.9 hours as a theoretical ceiling. Real packs lose some energy to conversion, to cold and to the protection circuit cutting off before the cells are empty, so plan on noticeably less than that. A careful crew would budget around two and a half hours and treat the display’s remaining-battery reading as the truth on the day.
Now swap the light for a 60W panel. Total load becomes 35 + 12 + 60 = 107W, and 222 divided by 107 is about 2.1 hours as a ceiling. The lesson is that lights decide your runtime. The camera and monitor barely move the number, the light moves it a lot.
Who the ZG-X222 is for
- Cinema camera crews who run a monitor, a wireless video link and a light off one pack and hate battery swaps mid-take.
- Documentary and event shooters who also need to keep a phone or laptop alive from the same battery.
- Rigs with a light that wants 22V from the boost D-Tap.
- Anyone already charging from USB-C PD who wants the fastest listed fill in the range.
It is not the pick for a gimbal build or a small mirrorless kit where every gram counts. At 2.95 lb it is a heavy pack, and a lighter battery from the same range will suit those jobs better.
ZG-X222 vs ZG-V99Pro vs ZG-X50
| Item | ZG-X222 | ZG-V99Pro | ZG-X50 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 222Wh | 99Wh | 52Wh |
| USB-C PD charging | 140W | 100W | 45W |
| Listed full charge | 2 hours on 140W | 1.5 hours on 100W | 1.5 hours on 45W |
| Display | 1.4 inch OLED | 1.1 inch | 1.3 inch IPS |
| Weight | 2.95 lb | 1.4 lb | 0.77 lb |
| Standard D-Tap output | 14.8V/15A | 14.8V/15A | 14.8V/15A |
All three list USB-C PD, D-Tap, 8.4V and 12V DC outputs. The X222 adds the third D-Tap and the 22V boost.
Pick the X222 when the rig is heavy on draw and you want one battery to carry it. Pick the V99Pro as the middle option for a camera, monitor and one small light, where its lower weight helps. Pick the X50 for gimbals, small mirrorless setups or powering a monitor and a phone. Many crews carry a mix, a big pack for the main body and a small one for the second camera.
Plates: VM-HS1 and VM-HS2 hot swap
A V-Mount battery needs a V-Mount plate on the camera. For swapping without shutting down, the range has two hot-swap plates.
- VM-HS1: has its own built-in 50Wh battery so the rig stays powered while you change the main pack. It lists USB-C PD 65W input, dual USB-C, eight output ports in total, a 0.96 inch IPS display and a 15mm rod clamp in the box.
- VM-HS2: a shark fin style dual micro V-Mount plate with hot-swap output, USB-C PD 100W output and ten output ports including four D-Tap, two Lemo 2 pin and a BP output. A 15mm rod clamp comes in the box.
Ask us which plate matches your camera before you order. A 222Wh pack on a plate is a lot of weight on the back, so check the balance on your rig.
Cables that go with it
The box holds one USB-C 240W E-mark cable, which is the right kind for high-wattage PD. Beyond that, what you need depends on the devices. ZGCINE lists a D-Tap to DC 5.5 x 2.5 power cable (12V to 17V, 10A, 60 cm, rotating D-Tap plug with an anti-reverse light) and the MD-P4, a 60 cm D-Tap splitter that turns one D-Tap into four, rated 150W (10A) in total. For cameras with dummy batteries, the range has D-Tap and USB-C PD dummy battery cables for Sony, Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm and Panasonic models. Check the list against your camera before buying.
Charging
Use a PD3.1 charger rated 140W to reach the listed 2 hour full charge, along with the E-mark cable from the box. A weaker charger still works but takes longer. The pack can also charge from a D-Tap or BP input at 16.8V/3A. For multiple batteries, the VM-C2 dual charger kit lists USB-C PD100W input and charging for V-lock series batteries including the 200Wh class. We have not confirmed the X222 on that charger, so ask us first.
Because USB-C 1 accepts PD in and out, you can charge from a power bank or a laptop charger in a pinch, and at lower wattage the fill simply takes longer.
Care
- Use the E-mark cable and a charger of proper wattage. A thin cable limits both charging and output.
- Keep the V-Mount contacts and the plate clean and dry. Wipe dust before mounting.
- Do not leave the pack in a closed car in an Indian summer or in direct sun on a tripod.
- Do not use a pack that is swollen, dented or has damaged ports. Stop and call us.
- Check the display before every call and note the remaining level, so you know when to swap.
Where to buy in India
Colo Exim is the official distributor of ZGCINE in India. We can match the X222 to your plate, cables and charger, and the full range sits on our ZGCINE India page. If you are building a wider kit, other names we carry are listed on our brands page. Tell us your camera, monitor and light, and we will tell you if the X222 is the right size for it.
Make an inquiry or call us on +91 93204 96801.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity of the ZGCINE ZG-X222?
The ZGCINE page lists 222Wh at 14.8V, which is 15000mAh.
Which ports does the ZG-X222 have?
Two USB-C PD ports, three D-Tap ports, one 8.4V DC and one 12V DC output. USB-C 1 handles PD input and output, USB-C 2 is output only, and the third D-Tap can be switched to 22V.
How fast does the ZG-X222 charge?
ZGCINE lists about 1.5 hours to 80 percent and 2 hours to full using a 140W PD charger and the supplied E-mark cable.
How long will the ZG-X222 run my camera?
ZGCINE publishes no runtime. Divide 222Wh by your total load in watts for a theoretical ceiling, then plan on less. For example, a 77W rig gives about 2.9 hours at the very best.
Which hot-swap plates work with it?
ZGCINE lists the VM-HS1 with a built-in 50Wh battery and the VM-HS2 shark fin plate for hot-swapping. Confirm the plate against your camera with us before ordering.
Should I buy the ZG-X222, ZG-V99Pro or ZG-X50?
Pick the X222 for heavy rigs, the V99Pro for a camera, monitor and one small light, and the X50 for gimbals and small mirrorless kits where weight matters.
