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

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5 x 3 x 1 inches ; 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000B68LSG
• Item model number: 0297B001
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (39 customer reviews)
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• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 18, 2005

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description
The Canon BG-E4 Battery Grip for the EOS 5D Digital SLR Camera adds a vertical shutter release to an already robust camera. This grip is compatible with up to two of Canon's BP-511A battery packs or, alternatively, a set of six AA-size batteries, for increased shooting capacity and greater convenience when traveling. In addition, it features an AE/FE lock button, AF point selector, and a main dial to enable comfortable use of the camera when held vertically.

Product Description
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.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A must have, March 21, 2006

By	Glenn Basden (Elk Grove, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I am really quite glad I got the grip along with my 5D. It is everything the camera is - sturdy, functional and works flawlessly. The extra battery life has already proven useful on an extended shoot.

The one downside is that it shares another trait with the camera - the price. I'm not sure that this grip is worth $100 more than the one I previously had for the digital rebel. Regardless, I would still purchase the grip again.

16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A good accessory, but could be better., July 16, 2006

By	Gary Gray - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

If you need a battery grip for your 5D, this is about the only choice. There may be some cheap knock-offs floating around out there, but I haven't seen one.

The problem I have with this product is that it feels flimsy and cheaply constructed. It's way over-priced. Functionally I've had no problems, but to be honest, I don't leave it on the camera and it sits most of the time. I've read reports of owners having minor troubles with the grips causing the camera to behave improperly, but I haven't experienced this. Get it if you need it, but it's not really a necessity of life if you own a 5D.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great unit with a hidden Bonus, January 6, 2008

By	R. Sutton (Rio Vista, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

All the other 5 star reviews are correct. But, there's a hidden bonus that Canon is not sdvertising and no one has mentioned. A significent aid to holding and carrying the 40d is Canon's Hand Strap E-1. This aid is basically for right handers but can not be used on the 40d (or XTi either without Canon BG-E3) without the BG-E4. The battery pack has the necessary strap attchment anchor point on the right/bottom side of the battery pack and that, along with the right side camera strap anchor point on the 40d body, allows you to use the hand strap. I find the hand strap a real help when carrying the camera with one hand.