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Neewer 10000601 Battery Grip for Canon Rebel T2i T5i

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Enhance Your Camera's Capabilities with Extended Battery LifeIntroducing the Neewer BG-E8 Replacement Battery Grip. This grip allows you to hold 6 AA batteries or 2 LP-E8 Li-ion batteries, doubling the battery capacity and extending your shooting time. Designed specifically for Canon EOS 550D, 60...

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Overview

Enhance Your Camera's Capabilities with Extended Battery Life

Introducing the Neewer BG-E8 Replacement Battery Grip. This grip allows you to hold 6 AA batteries or 2 LP-E8 Li-ion batteries, doubling the battery capacity and extending your shooting time. Designed specifically for Canon EOS 550D, 600D, 650D, 700D/ Rebel T2i, T3i, T4i, T5i SLR Cameras.

Specifications:

  • Brand: Neewer
  • Model: 10000601
  • Compatibility: Canon EOS 550D/600D/650D/700D Rebel T2i/T3i/T4i/T5i SLR Cameras
  • Battery Support: 6 AA batteries or 2 LP-E8 Li-ion batteries
  • Features: Vertical shutter with half-press function, AE-L button, Index/Reduce button, Exposure button

Key Features

Pro Battery Grip for Canon EOS 550D/600D/650D/700D Rebel T2i/T3i/T4i/T5i SLR Camera

Hold 6 AA batteries or 2 LP-E8 Li-ion batteries.

Vertical shutter with half-press function. More comfortable vertical shooting

Doubling the battery capacity of your camera, effectively extending your shooting time.

Professional edition with vertical-grip shutter-release button, main dial, AE-L button, Index/Reduce button and Exposure button.

Specifications

Type
Pro Battery Grip
Camera Compatibility
Canon EOS 550D/600D/650D/700D Rebel T2i/T3i/T4i/T5i SLR Camera
Battery Capacity
Holds 6 AA batteries or 2 LP-E8 Li-ion batteries
Vertical Shooting
Yes, with vertical shutter and half-press function
Controls
Vertical-grip shutter-release button, main dial, AE-L button, Index/Reduce button, Exposure button
Brand
Neewer

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Doubles the camera's battery capacity, effectively extending shooting time during extended sessions
  • Offers a vertical shutter with a half-press function for more comfortable vertical shooting angles
  • Accommodates two LP-E8 Li-ion batteries or six AA batteries, providing flexible power options
  • Includes professional controls like the main dial and AE-L button for enhanced functionality
  • Designed to fit multiple Canon EOS Rebel camera models, offering broad compatibility for users

👎 Cons

  • Requires additional batteries (either AA or LP-E8 Li-ion) which are not included with the grip itself
  • Specifically designed for certain Canon Rebel models, limiting its compatibility with other camera systems
  • Professional controls are limited to the grip and do not replace all camera body controls, requiring familiarization
  • Utilizes a design that adds size and weight to the camera, potentially impacting portability
  • Connecting and disconnecting the grip adds a step to camera setup, which may not be ideal for quick changes

Frequently Asked Questions

This battery grip is designed for compatibility with Canon EOS 550D, 600D, 650D, 700D, and Rebel T2i, T3i, T4i, T5i SLR cameras.
The battery grip can hold either six AA batteries or two LP-E8 Li-ion batteries to power your camera.
Yes, it features a vertical shutter with a half-press function, which is designed to make vertical shooting more comfortable.
Yes, it is a professional edition with a vertical-grip shutter-release button, main dial, AE-L button, Index/Reduce button, and Exposure button.
Yes, by doubling the battery capacity of your camera, this grip effectively extends your shooting time.