Battery grip question
Jun 1, 2015 18:37:15 #
I ordered one of these from Amazon for my D800. There are good reviews on Amazon and dpreview. For the price, I'll take a chance, and since it's fulfilled by Amazon, a return will be easy.http://www.amazon.com/DSTE-MB-D12-Battery-Digital-Camera/dp/B00E93JG6S/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8
Jun 1, 2015 21:04:18 #
I have big hands so a battery grip makes it more comfortable to hold. tHe 2 batteries do last longer. I found a used Nikon battery grip for my d-100 from keh.com. It was rated ug but other then some cosmetic flaws it was perfect. paid a whopping $1.75 for it. then picked up 3 more batteries ffor the d-100 for 415 total. I always have the second set of batteries charged and wwith me so reloading batteries is a sna. Unfortunately my df is not designed for a grip. The d-300 I just got does have a gripp available. Anyone out there have md-10 grip they are not using?
Jun 2, 2015 06:05:13 #
My first grip, original brand, absorbed the schock when I dropped the camera ( which remained intact). I replaced the grip with a 3rd party brand (CSTE) which is an excellent, 100% identical replacement at a third of the OEM price. Besides the additional power I highly appreciate the comfort it provides with its dual controls when shooting vertical frames.
Jun 2, 2015 06:48:29 #
robrory wrote:
I have been somewhat interested in the battery grips, mainly for the additional power. I have seen somewhere that they can also be a plus when shooting with longer lenses such as a 70 - 200mm or an 80 - 200mm, which I own. What are your experiences?
They're good for vertical shooting and the extra battery power. I've had success with the cheap Neewer.
Jun 2, 2015 06:51:07 #
Hi Robory.
I use a battery grip with my Nikon 5001 camera and find it very helpful as I now have twice the battery capacity and a firmer gripm on the camera itself. I would add that this additional grip and two batteries tend to make the set-up a bit heavier - particularly with a 70 - 300mm lens (in my case) but you soon learn to compensate. If you ARE contemplating a grip with a dual battery compartment please remember to insert your camera's original battery first before a non-original one - otherwise no power will be delivered to the camera. Cheers from Perth, Scotland.
I use a battery grip with my Nikon 5001 camera and find it very helpful as I now have twice the battery capacity and a firmer gripm on the camera itself. I would add that this additional grip and two batteries tend to make the set-up a bit heavier - particularly with a 70 - 300mm lens (in my case) but you soon learn to compensate. If you ARE contemplating a grip with a dual battery compartment please remember to insert your camera's original battery first before a non-original one - otherwise no power will be delivered to the camera. Cheers from Perth, Scotland.
Jun 2, 2015 07:26:50 #
With my larger hands, they just feel better. The only time I remove them is to rotate bateries.
If it is a concern of yours, the third party BG's are cheaper. They generally work well but are of a cheaper quality and don't come with any type of water resistants.
If it is a concern of yours, the third party BG's are cheaper. They generally work well but are of a cheaper quality and don't come with any type of water resistants.
Jun 2, 2015 07:49:28 #
joer wrote:
Yes they improve balance with some lenses and look cool. They also add weight.
Stopped using them some years ago since I didn't need the extra shooting capacity and balance was not a lot better and worth the additional weight.
If you want balance get a Gimbol.
As for the cool look; you're better off not looking like a pro in public.
Stopped using them some years ago since I didn't need the extra shooting capacity and balance was not a lot better and worth the additional weight.
If you want balance get a Gimbol.
As for the cool look; you're better off not looking like a pro in public.
Everybody has an opinion and I respect that.
Jun 2, 2015 08:12:44 #
I have been using battery grips for years and never think about battery life any more. I also have 4 batteries for each camera and two battery charges. (one from my 5 D and the other from my 7 D. I switch them after each shoot
Jun 2, 2015 08:49:53 #
Ever since I had a Nikon D1, with the grip built in, I've immediately bought one for my replacement cameras (D200, D300S, D800E). I like the extra power, the improved balance, the increased frame rate, and the ease of shooting verticals. [And they look burly! 😉]
I once bought an off-brand grip, but it's performance was so dismal I went back to using only Nikon grips.
I once bought an off-brand grip, but it's performance was so dismal I went back to using only Nikon grips.
Jun 2, 2015 09:36:39 #
Budnjax wrote:
they're way overpriced...unless the battery grip provides a much better grip for you why buy one? you can switch out a battery in 30 seconds or less.
Mine allows me to change batteries while mounted on a tripod, which I cannot do with the naked camera...
Jun 2, 2015 09:42:42 #
robrory wrote:
I have been somewhat interested in the battery grips, mainly for the additional power. I have seen somewhere that they can also be a plus when shooting with longer lenses such as a 70 - 200mm or an 80 - 200mm, which I own. What are your experiences?
I bought the Vello grip for my 7D, and I like it so much that yesterday I ordered the same thing for my T4i. I find it much nicer when hand-holding, and the power just seems to go on forever. I don't do much vertical shooting, but the extra set of controls makes it much easier when I do.
I like the fact that you can use AA batteries with the grip too. I don't suppose that they will give a whole lot of power, but if you are stuck somewhere with no access to a charger, there is always a shop around where you can pick up a bunch of batteries... I don't imagine many gas stations sell Canon battery packs!
Jun 2, 2015 11:40:46 #
I have one for my Canon 60D that holds 2 rechargeable batteries and also has a cartridge that holds 6 AA batteries. I keep that with me as a back-up in case I haven't recharged the regular batteries. Also like having a button for shooting vertically.
Jun 2, 2015 11:47:02 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
robrory wrote:
I have been somewhat interested in the battery grips, mainly for the additional power. I have seen somewhere that they can also be a plus when shooting with longer lenses such as a 70 - 200mm or an 80 - 200mm, which I own. What are your experiences?
As others have said they provide better balance with heavier and longer lenses, and they give you much more power with two batteries. They also give you a much larger grip area for your right hand. The only downside is the added bulk and weight of a grip with two batteries and of course the extra cost, especially if you get an OEM grip which are much more expensive than 3rd party products.
Jun 2, 2015 12:22:17 #
mwsilvers wrote:
As others have said they provide better balance with heavier and longer lenses, and they give you much more power with two batteries. They also give you a much larger grip area for your right hand. The only downside is the added bulk and weight of a grip with two batteries and of course the extra cost, especially if you get an OEM grip which are much more expensive than 3rd party products.
But it's worth it. And the person wanting to buy one is worth it.
Jun 2, 2015 12:30:28 #
Collie lover wrote:
But it's worth it. And the person wanting to buy one is worth it.
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