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

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.
Customer Review: Heavy but necessary for steadier and quicker vertical photos
Warning: The BG-E4 may not be for everyone. It will be a pain to lug around all day with it attached to a 5D. Battery grips completes a camera without a built in vertical shutter release button. I have it on a 5D mated to a light weight Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens. I've had MB-12's on Nikon FE's, an MB-10 on a Nikon F90x, and a BG-E3 on a Canon Digital Rebel XT. All were necessary tools for me. The BG-E4 is no different. It's heavy at 2 pounds. But, without it, my vertically oriented photos lack a level of steadiness which affects composition.
Customer Review: Outstanding product
Ever since I got my 5D I have been thoroughly impressed with it, and this battery grip makes it perfect! I have big hands and this has helped a lot. Battery life is a plus and I love the portrait shutter button. The first one I ordered from Canon malfunctioned, it would not allow a half-press shutter and would immediately take the photo instead. I called Canon and they told me to send it back for replacement. The 2nd one works perfect. Thank you to Amazon for such great service on the exchange!


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