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

by Canon

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

Customer Reviews

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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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Glenn Basden (Elk Grove, CA) - See all my reviews
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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.

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

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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Gary Gray - See all my reviews
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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.