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Zeikos ZE-CBG7D Battery Power Grip for Canon 7D Camera Reviews

127 of 130 people found the following review helpful

It's not Canon, but definitely right behind!, March 5, 2010

sh00bie (Virginia, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Zeikos ZE-CBG7D Battery Power Grip for Canon 7D Camera (Electronics)

Alright, I was skeptical about this after reading so many mixed reviews, but the draw of a battery grip that seemed to be well loaded and at a much cheaper price than Canon's...I couldn't resist.

Am I glad I got this? Definitely!

Okay, let's get things out and open: yes, this is NOT exactly like the Canon battery grip. Duh. It's not made by Canon and it doesn't cost $300. That said, however, this is an amazing "replica" that fits the bill just fine!

I was a little concerned when I got this because of reviews that said it was all plastic and cheap and that it would screw up my camera. My fears were quickly put to rest as soon as I opened the box.

I'm not one to dwell on packaging (if it comes in a brown paper bag but works great, who cares?) but the box for this was good, and the grip was wrapped in a bubble-wrap envelope. There's a protective cover-cap for the connector to keep the pins safe (and the cover isn't flimsy).

Taking... Read more

77 of 80 people found the following review helpful

Just like the Canon OEM BG-E2N Battery Grip except for price, July 10, 2009

Jeep 4x4 Enthusiast "jeep4x4enthusiast" (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Zeikos ZE-CBG50 Battery Power Grip for Canon 40D & 50D (Electronics)

I must confess, that I am one of those Canon OEM snobs. I always purchase the Canon product, so everything matches perfectly. Both visually and as far as function. I am often asked for lens, camera, and accesory advice by friends and in online chat forums.

And I always say that its better to buy the Canon grip, because of the higher build quality, the feel, and how it looks attached to your camera.

I have three Canon BG-E2N Battery Grips (20D, 2x40D, 50D,), but my Canon 20D did'nt have a grip on it. I purchased the Flashpoint battery grip since it was so cheap, and my 20D was just sitting around gathering dust.

The build quality of this grip is awesome! It looks exactly like the Canon grip, and has all the same buttons and features. The faux leather on the grip is much softer than the Canon, and want slip in your hands as easily.

Very well constructed, snug fit, grip feels great, and the price is the icing on the cake. It comes with an AA... Read more

51 of 53 people found the following review helpful

Very well made - excellent alternative, June 29, 2009

Jayse Hansen "jayse" (Las Vegas, NV United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Zeikos ZE-CBG5DII Multi-Power Battery Pack for Canon 5D Mark II (Electronics)

So I took a chance on this one - thanks to the other good review, and I'm glad I did. The box it came in looks a bit dated and I was scared to open it. However once I did I was happy with the quality. I'm used to Nikon grips - so this is definitely lighter and less 'heavy duty' feeling (as all Canon gear is). However testing it out feels solid and I'm actually appreciating the lightweight of canon gear after I add all my accessories and spend all day with it.

So! I've shot three shoots with it - one an all day 13 hour event - outside, inside, dirty trains - steadicam mounted, monopod mounted, shoulderbrace mounted and plain hand-gripped and this performed flawlessly. It REALLY makes the camera much more useable as well I should mention - it's one of those must haves. I compared it with my friend's actual canon grip and the only difference I noticed was his has the rubber grip along the battery compartment back as well as the front.

That's a hugely minor thing tho... Read more

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Product Description

The Zeikos CBG7D Battery Power Grip is the perfect compliment to your Canon 7D camera. It effectively doubles your shooting time and allows vertical shooting. It takes either 2 LP-E6 Lithium Ion rechargeable batteries or 6 AA batteries. It dramatically improves stability.