Canon BG-E4 Battery Grip for EOS 5D Digital SLR Camera

Canon BG-E4 Battery Grip for EOS 5D Digital SLR Camera

 
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The BG-E4 is a new battery grip designed especially for the EOS 5D. Constructed with the same magnesium alloy as the camera's exterior, it has a solid and comfortable hold. The grip can accommodate two BP-511A/514/512/511 battery packs or six AA batteries . The Battery Grip BG-E4 features a shutter release button, AE/FE lock button, AF point selector and main dial to enable comfortable use of the camera when held vertically.
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  • Feature:
  • Battery grip adds a vertical shutter release to the Canon EOS 5D camera
  • Compatible with up to two BP-511A battery packs or six AA batteries
  • Increases shooting capacity and convenience when traveling
  • Features an AE/FE lock button, AF point selector, and more
  • Comfortable to use when the camera is held vertically
  • Binding: Electronics
  • Brand: Canon
  • EAN: 0013803056907
  • IsAutographed: 0
  • IsMemorabilia: 0
  • Label: Canon Cameras US
  • LegalDisclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
  • Manufacturer: Canon Cameras US
  • Model: 0297B001
  • MPN: 0297B001
  • PackageQuantity: 1
  • ProductGroup: Photography
  • ProductTypeName: CAMERA_OTHER_ACCESSORIES
  • Publisher: Canon Cameras US
  • Studio: Canon Cameras US
  • UPC: 013803056907

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Love this!!!2009-05-22
This battery grip makes shooting for long periods of time (weddings) SO much easier and perfectly balances out the top-heavy feeling of a flash!
Heavy but necessary for steadier and quicker vertical photos2009-03-13
Warning: The BG-E4 may not be for everyone. It will be a pain to lug around all day with it attached to a 5D.

Battery grips completes a camera without a built in vertical shutter release button. I have it on a 5D mated to a light weight Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens.

I've had MB-12's on Nikon FE's, an MB-10 on a Nikon F90x, and a BG-E3 on a Canon Digital Rebel XT. All were necessary tools for me. The BG-E4 is no different. It's heavy at 2 pounds. But, without it, my vertically oriented photos lack a level of steadiness which affects composition.

Also, the BG-E4 is manufactured with magnesium alloy. That's why you pay more for the Canon grip.
Outstanding product2009-03-11
Ever since I got my 5D I have been thoroughly impressed with it, and this battery grip makes it perfect! I have big hands and this has helped a lot. Battery life is a plus and I love the portrait shutter button.

The first one I ordered from Canon malfunctioned, it would not allow a half-press shutter and would immediately take the photo instead. I called Canon and they told me to send it back for replacement. The 2nd one works perfect. Thank you to Amazon for such great service on the exchange!
Canon Battery grip for 5D2008-12-28
Works as I would expect. Went with Canon brand BG instead of aftermarket (as I did for my 10D). Amazon price actually was best price that's why I bought it here. If you own a 5D you need this, plus with the AA adapter and a set of AA's (I carry NiMH) in your bag you never have to worry about lost production time away from home.
It works since it was designed to !2008-10-12
What can I say, works great like it was designed to. Can't compare to the generic units out there but why would you skimp on a battery grip when you just spent $2500 on a camera like the 5d at the risk of a generic grip shorting out your camera and Canon won't warrant it.
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