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The Canon BG-E9 Battery Grip holds up to two LP-E6 battery packs or six AA Batteries to offer double-length shooting time. The vertical shutter release makes shooting with the camera in a vertical position just as comfortable as shooting horizontally.
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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
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The battery grip appears to be made of the same rubber and plastic as the EOS 60D, so the two pair up very nicely. My kit lens (18-135mm) causes the whole unit to lean forward slightly when sitting on the table. I am sure the stability would vary depending on the weight of your lens.
I seriously considered purchasing a 3rd party battery grip, but I kept coming across so many bad reviews ("doesn't function properly," "smells bad," "rubber is peeling off," etc.)
When I first inserted the batteries into the BG-E9's tray and attached the grip to my 60D, one of the batteries was not recognized. After removing the batteries and reinserting them, the camera recognized both batteries. The extra tray for 6-AA batteries is a nice feature. However, I read that the 6-AA tray is to be used under emergency situations, not on a regular basis. There is even a nice bag for whichever tray you are not currently using.
Supposedly you can get up to 800 shots per battery (when not using "Live View").
You get what you pay for. Canon's stuff isn't cheap, but it works great!
BOOK RECOMMENDATION
For someone new to DSLRs, like me, I would highly recommend David Busch's book David Busch's Canon EOS 60D Guide to Digital SLR Photography, that is if you own a Canon 60D. It has been VERY helpful to me.
UPDATE - 11/06/2011
I am not sure where I read the stats about battery life. Maybe you get 800 shots per battery when you ARE using "Live View." Recently I took about 7,000 shots at a 2 day volleyball and soccer tournament. I charged both Canon batteries before the tournament. Both batteries still had close to 50% juice left after all those shots. Wow!
I seriously considered purchasing a 3rd party battery grip, but I kept coming across so many bad reviews ("doesn't function properly," "smells bad," "rubber is peeling off," etc.)
When I first inserted the batteries into the BG-E9's tray and attached the grip to my 60D, one of the batteries was not recognized. After removing the batteries and reinserting them, the camera recognized both batteries. The extra tray for 6-AA batteries is a nice feature. However, I read that the 6-AA tray is to be used under emergency situations, not on a regular basis. There is even a nice bag for whichever tray you are not currently using.
Supposedly you can get up to 800 shots per battery (when not using "Live View").
You get what you pay for. Canon's stuff isn't cheap, but it works great!
BOOK RECOMMENDATION
For someone new to DSLRs, like me, I would highly recommend David Busch's book David Busch's Canon EOS 60D Guide to Digital SLR Photography, that is if you own a Canon 60D. It has been VERY helpful to me.
UPDATE - 11/06/2011
I am not sure where I read the stats about battery life. Maybe you get 800 shots per battery when you ARE using "Live View." Recently I took about 7,000 shots at a 2 day volleyball and soccer tournament. I charged both Canon batteries before the tournament. Both batteries still had close to 50% juice left after all those shots. Wow!
30 of 31 people found the following review helpful
By H Staples
Amazon Verified Purchase
Yes it adds extra weight but balances the camera out nicely with long tele lens. Combine this unit with the Power2000 LP-E6 replacement batteries and you can easily shoot 500+ images without having to recharge. Extra nice option is the AA battery carrier included so you always have a back-up.
Make sure you attach your camera strap to the bottom of the grip instead of leaving it on the right side of the camera. It stays out of your way when attached to the bottom of the grip PLUS it lets the camera hang lens down which is a nice thing.
Make sure you attach your camera strap to the bottom of the grip instead of leaving it on the right side of the camera. It stays out of your way when attached to the bottom of the grip PLUS it lets the camera hang lens down which is a nice thing.
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By Dracorex
Amazon Verified Purchase
I must say, this product is fantastic!! You pay for QUALITY. Very rugged & feels it was built to last!
It does add a bit of weight to it, but for me, it balances the whole camera out especially if you have a huge telephoto lens on there.
After using it for quite a while, you will get used to the weight and just holding makes you feel like the camera is more solid!
It comes with 2 magazines. One of which holds 2 LP-E6 batteries and the other holding 4 AA batteries. Also comes with a little pouch for holding the other magazine while the other is in use!
I'm glad I purchased it. And I hope this review helps you decide!
It does add a bit of weight to it, but for me, it balances the whole camera out especially if you have a huge telephoto lens on there.
After using it for quite a while, you will get used to the weight and just holding makes you feel like the camera is more solid!
It comes with 2 magazines. One of which holds 2 LP-E6 batteries and the other holding 4 AA batteries. Also comes with a little pouch for holding the other magazine while the other is in use!
I'm glad I purchased it. And I hope this review helps you decide!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Exactly what I ordered
I like the battery grip for a number of reasons:
more camera to grab onto
longer life with batteries
What more could I want?
more camera to grab onto
longer life with batteries
What more could I want?
Published 2 days ago by Debra C. Adams
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great product
This product is worth every penny. The battery charge for my camera is longer and the grip helps with shooting different types of shots while on the set. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Louis Nixon
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great product
Get this if you buy a 60-D camera. It makes the camera much more comfortable to hold and use. I own several Canon digital SLR's. Each one has it's own grip. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Shelby Wilson
5.0 out of 5 stars
IT WORKS WELL AND ALLOW FOR LONGER RUNNING TIMES
I didn't anticipate any issues and there were no issues. Easy on, easy off and the ease of use and human engineering are better than the Canon battery grip for my 50D. Read more
Published 1 month ago by AmericanJarhead
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great addition to my camera. Makes the camera fit my big hands...
Makes the camera feel like it is meant to be in my hands. Most DSLR are trying to get smaller, which works for some, but I really appreciate the extra size and weight. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Greg Shergold
5.0 out of 5 stars
Works Great!
Didn't know what I was missing until finally using this to shoot my daughter's volleyball tournament. What a pleasure to have the "shoot" button on the top of this unit. Read more
Published 1 month ago by UW85
5.0 out of 5 stars
canon
The battery pack is a veey comfortable addition to my SLR camera. Also has great functionality with the camera controls on the battery pack.
Published 2 months ago by Jake
5.0 out of 5 stars
AA Backup Comes in Handy
It is a great product, and I am not going to reiterate what all the other reviewers have said; however, it is worth having just for the alternate holder that takes six AA batteries... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Ronald F. Meyer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Canon Quality!
Holds two batteries as extra power backup, adds extra grip and control when using large lenses, enables side shooting with additional shutter button.
Published 2 months ago by DALION SCPO
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good grip
Works just fine. Batteries seem to last longer w/2 battery set-up. Makes it easier to keep camera stable. Read more
Published 3 months ago by James B. Register
