Ulanzi Camera Cooling Fan for Sony, Canon & FUJIFILM Cameras Introduced

August 4^th, 20233

Ulanzi Camera Cooling Fan for Sony, Canon & FUJIFILM Cameras Introduced

by Dave KratzAugust 4^th, 2023

Video accessory maker Ulanzi has introduced a new camera cooling fan to help tackle overheating issues with mirrorless cameras. Stopping and waiting for our cameras to cool down in the middle of a shoot is simply never an option. Is this the solution we’ve all been waiting for? Let’s check out what this tiny fan can do!

The images we’re getting from our mirrorless cameras are stunning. A lot of technology is packed into these small camera bodies to produce those breathtaking professional results. However, most mirrorless cameras weren’t designed to operate for a full day of video shooting.

These little cameras are super convenient, but after filming with them briefly, we all learn their biggest drawback – they overheat like crazy. All those components stuffed into that little camera body produce heat, which oftentimes has nowhere to go. Once those internal temperatures are high enough, the camera shuts down, and all we can do is wait for it to turn back on.

Ulanzi Camera Cooling Fan. Image credit: Ulanzi

Ulanzi is a video and photography accessory maker that has been around since 2015. Their products cover photography and videography accessories, including tripods, lighting, microphones, and quick-release systems. The company aims to be a one-stop photography and videography solution provider that delivers the best quality products with a user-centric approach. They release products under the brands Ulanzi, VIJIM, and FALCAM.

Their new camera cooling fan hopes to quell our frustrations and extend our shooting time by keeping those temperatures in check. The fan suctions to the back of the camera, monitors its temperature, and blows cool air over a wide area.

The overheating issue…

For me, overheating is an issue that goes back to the Canon 5D Mark II. After a long day or in a hot environment, these DSLR/mirrorless cameras shut down almost without warning. It isn’t unusual to see a camera operator stop and rush the camera into the AC to cool it down. Several people I know even used to bring a cooler full of ice in dire situations.

The concept of the camera cooling fan isn’t new either. Tilta released the Tiltaing Cooling System for Canon EOS R5 and R6 just a few years ago. The R5 lacked sufficient thermal cooling to shoot 8K raw for more than just a few minutes.

What is new about Ulanzi’s camera cooling system is that it is designed for multiple cameras, monitors temperature, and runs on battery power!

Ulanzi Camera Cooling Fan – features

The Ulanzi camera cooling fan offers highly efficient and stable full-range cooling with an optimized cooling path. The system works with select Sony, Canon, and FUJIFILM cameras, and the team is currently testing the fan on additional models.

It is lightweight and portable, weighing only 58g. A 0.46-inch OLED display provides real-time monitoring of the fan speed, battery life, and camera temperature. There are three modes of operation: off, low, and high. Ulanzi claims that the high-speed setting is low noise too.

There are no brackets or additional mounting equipment required. The fan uses a suction cup mount. Apply the film to the camera, align it, and press to achieve a stable suction that won’t deform or detach easily, according to the manufacturer.

The fan can run for up to 85 minutes using its internal battery and charge on the go over USB-C for extended run times.

Ulanzi Camera Cooling Fan – specs

Model: CA25
Material: Aluminum alloy
Net Weight: 58 g
Dimensions (L x W x H): 72 x 52.8 x 15 mm
Color: Black/Silver
Temperature Range: 23°C – 70°C
Battery Capacity: 200mAh
Battery Life (Mode 1): 85 minutes
Battery Life (Mode 2): 70 minutes
Compatible cameras: Sony ZV-E1 / ZV-E10L / A7M4 / A7S3 / A7C / FX30 / A6700, Canon R8 / R7 / R6 Mark Il / R5 / 90D, FUJIFILM X-S10 / X-T4 / X-H2S / X-S20, and more.

Price and availability

The Ulanzi camera cooling fan is available to pre-order on Ulanzi’s site with a 50% off introductory price of $19.99. After the pre-order phase, the price will increase to $39.95.