Customer Reviews

Canon CB2LT Battery Charger for 2L Series Batteries

5 star:		(10)
4 star:		(3)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(2)

 

 

The CB2LT is the charger that comes standard with the Canon Powershot S-series cameras (S30/40/45/50) and charges the proprietary NB-2L battery. Thus, you MUST buy the NB-2L (see my review of the Canon NB-2L) for your camera and MUST use a CB-2LT charger. This review is almost moot b/c there is only one other charger I've found, other than the one manufactured by Canon, but maybe you are checking out the charger as part of the decision whether to buy the Powershot, so I'll say a few words...

The design is perfectly fine: very lightweight, compact enough to fit into a modest size camera bag and it charges the NB-2L battery in about an hour give or take (charge time is mostly a function of the charger). It has flip out plugs (2-pin, non-polarized if that matters to you, and it may if you live in a real old building or outside the US) that fold back into the body - there is no cord, it plus directly into the wall socket. And thus, the only potential for design improvement. Most outlets are placed low to the ground, so to recharge your batteries, you must either stoop down or hook it up to an extension cord, but then it won't sit too well on a desktop. There is one other manufacturer, and the only one I've found, that makes a CB2LT compatible charger that is a desktop charger - it comes w/ an A/C adapter and sits nicely on the desktop. I'll be nice and not mention where to get it but look around on the web, you'll probably find it.

If you go with the Canon charger, amazon's price is pretty competitive (as of this writing).

They clearly advertise the CANON CB2LT Battery Charger and show you a picture of it. What you will get is a generic charger. Canon's charger has polarised plug pins, This one does not. It looks and feels like it is cheaply built.

I gave them a 1 star because they do not deliver what they show you on the screen.

It works great so far but I think it's over priced (paid $36).

It's made in China, not from Japan like I thought. If you find a cheaper compatible one, go for it.

I am very satisfied with the versatility of the design of this charger. However, I have had two chargers stop working. I can't figuere out why they have stoped working because I have never droped them or abused them in any way! I recommend that you research any other optional chargers prior to purchasing this model. This charger only has a 30-day warranty!

This charger is a great compact size for traveling. Having the plug built-in to the back of the charger is another great feature. Just plug in the battery and plug the charger into the outlet. No extra wires to fuss with.

this charger that canon has is a good one that comes in a box.its a fast charging w/ a type 2LH battery.and its a take along w/ you design w/ no cords to worry.

After exhaustive research, I settled on a Canon S40 digital camera and have been extremely satisfied thus far. I originally considered upgrading to add an AC connection for the camera while uploading images, but have found this compact and lightweight charging mechanism well thought out and executed. The electric plugs fold neatly into the main body of the charger, and there's little weight or bulk for packing. Might be a worthwhile purchase for a spare.

Item came on time and was exactly what I wanted. No problems an very good price. Replces the original which I lost.

I got this as I have 2 batteries and didn't want to have the camcorder out and plugged in to recharge the battery. Plus if I am recharging a battery, then I really can't use the camcorder because it needs to be plugged in. With this accessory, I can charge the dead battery while the fresh one is in the camcorder and keep recording. Works perfectly.

Item was in very good shape, changes batteries for my Canon XT SLR without an issue.

Very pleased.