papamuski wrote:
Just back from a two-week trip to Iceland which is a photographer's paradise. Was limited to the number of photos I dared take due to low battery capacity. If not careful my batteries died in the mid-afternoon. I use a generic battery grip with two Canon batteries. I shoot on manual or semi-manual raw mode. I ended up missing a lot of shots.
In addition, the camera did not recognize my battery grip and shut me down multiple times to protect itself from damage due to non-Canon electrons infiltrating it.
I am very frustrated with Canon and ready to trade in my gear for that of a company that respects the needs of a serious photographer.
Just back from a two-week trip to Iceland which is... (
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papamuski
Can you be a little more clear... You stated:
.... "I use a generic battery grip with two Canon batteries.."
Question 1 ~~ With two batteries, just how many 'shots' did you get (avg) per day with 2 batteries?
Question 2 ~~ Did you only take two batteries?
Also -- You also said:
.... "the camera did not recognize my battery grip and shut me down multiple times to protect itself from damage due to non-Canon electrons... "
Question 3 ~~ Do you think that had something to do with it?
I use the R5 with Single Batteries at a time and get 600-850 images per shoot. YES, Canon batters are going to run 'less' in the "R" series because the cameras are mostely "Electronic" in nature over any given DSLR... BUT, I will tell you that when I first got my R5, I used my older 5D Mk IV batteries for 4 months before I ever took at the new LP-E6NH
Also, I also always carry more than one set of batteries.. Right now, I am on a road trip, spent the day yesterday at Duke University Chapel and Gardens, and carried 4 batteries with me for my morning shoot... Alway take 'extra' with me just for insurance...
In closing, you said the following:
.... "I am very frustrated with Canon and ready to trade in my gear for that of a company that respects the needs of a serious photographer...."
So, you spend $4K to $5K on your Camera and Lens BUT, you buy a 3rd party, Chinese Battery Grip??? Hummm..
Do you think your problem just might be with the "Non-Brand" battery grip and Not the Canon brand stuff?
Just my personal observation...
Cheers
George Veazey