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Canon BG-E4 Battery Grip for EOS 5D Digital SLR Camera (Retail Package)
 
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Canon BG-E4 Battery Grip for EOS 5D Digital SLR Camera (Retail Package)

by Canon
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)


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Technical Details

  • Canon Branded Retail Package
  • 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

Product Details

  • Product Dimensions: 5 x 3 x 1 inches ; 8 ounces
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
  • Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
  • ASIN: B000B68LSG
  • Item model number: 0297B001
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)
  • Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001

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

Digital Camera Accessories, Canon, Battery Grip BG-E4, 0297B001


 

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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars A must have, March 21, 2006
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This review is from: Canon BG-E4 Battery Grip for EOS 5D Digital SLR Camera (Retail Package) (Electronics)
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.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great unit with a hidden Bonus, January 6, 2008
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This review is from: Canon BG-E4 Battery Grip for EOS 5D Digital SLR Camera (Retail Package) (Electronics)
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.
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19 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars A good accessory, but could be better., July 16, 2006
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This review is from: Canon BG-E4 Battery Grip for EOS 5D Digital SLR Camera (Retail Package) (Electronics)
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.
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