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Neewer 10103325 MB-N12 Nikon Z8 Battery Grip Remote
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Extend Your Nikon Z8's Shooting Capabilities Introducing the NEEWER MB-N12 Replacement Battery Grip, engineered specifically for the Nikon Z8 camera. This grip enhances handling, especially during vertical shooting, and significantly extends battery life, ensuring you're always ready to capture t...
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Overview
Extend Your Nikon Z8's Shooting Capabilities
Introducing the NEEWER MB-N12 Replacement Battery Grip, engineered specifically for the Nikon Z8 camera. This grip enhances handling, especially during vertical shooting, and significantly extends battery life, ensuring you're always ready to capture the moment.
Key Features:
- Nikon Z8 Compatibility: Designed as a replacement for the Nikon MB-N12 battery grip.
- Extended Battery Life: Holds up to two EN-EL15c batteries (compatible with EN-EL15b, EN-EL15a, and EN-EL15). Note: Batteries not included.
- 2.4G Remote Control: Wireless control from up to 131 feet (40m) with customizable settings. Remote requires two AAA batteries (not included).
- Full Functionality: Retains access to essential controls for seamless vertical shooting.
- Hot Swappable: Replace batteries without interrupting your shooting session (when two batteries are installed).
Specifications:
- Compatible Camera: Nikon Z8
- Battery Compatibility: EN-EL15c (recommended), EN-EL15b, EN-EL15a, EN-EL15
- Remote Control: 2.4G wireless, 131ft (40m) range
- Remote Battery: 2 x AAA (not included)
- Mounting: 1/4" bottom tripod socket
- Dimensions: 6.14 x 5.08 x 3.82 inches
- Item Weight: 13.1 ounces
- Color: Black
- Brand: Neewer
Key Features
【Replacement Battery Grip for Nikon MB-N12】Compatible with Nikon Z8, this vertical camera grip provides a firm and ergonomic grasp for vertical shooting and lets you take more pictures and longer videos with extended battery power
【Prolong Battery Life】 Two battery chambers accept 1 or 2 EN-EL15c batteries and are backward compatible with EN-EL15b, EN-EL15a, and EN-EL15 batteries. It charges EN-EL15c batteries inside the vertical grip via a separate USB Type C cable. Note: EN-EL15a and EN-EL15 batteries cannot be charged inside the battery grip. Batteries are not included
【2.4G Remote Control】 Sync the 2.4G remote control with the battery grip and take pictures wirelessly from up to 131' (40m) away, choose the number of continuous images, set shooting delay, exposure delay, and intervals. A backlit LCD screen provides a visual reference to the settings. The remote is powered by two AAA batteries (sold separately)
【Retain Main Functions】 The shutter release button, main and sub command dials, AF ON button, Fn button, and multi selector make vertical shooting as smooth and intuitive as horizontal. A 1/4" bottom tripod socket can attach to tripods or camera sliders for long exposure photography and time lapse videos
【Never Interrupt Shooting】 The hot swappable MB-N12 enables you to replace one of the batteries without turning the camera off and keep the shooting going. Note: Hot swapping is only possible when two batteries are installed
Specifications
Model
10103325 MB-N12
Compatibility
Nikon Z8
Battery Type (Accepted)
EN-EL15c, EN-EL15b, EN-EL15a, EN-EL15
Battery Charging (In-Grip)
EN-EL15c only
Charging Port
USB Type C
Remote Control Type
2.4G Wireless
Remote Control Range
Up to 131 feet (40m)
Tripod Socket Size
1/4 inch
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Provides a firm and ergonomic grip for vertical shooting, enhancing camera handling for portrait orientations.
- Extends camera battery life by accommodating one or two EN-EL15c batteries, or backward compatible EN-EL15b, EN-EL15a, and EN-EL15 batteries.
- Allows for convenient in-grip charging of EN-EL15c batteries via a separate USB Type C cable.
- Enables wireless photo capture from up to 131 feet (40m) away with the included 2.4G remote control.
- Retains essential camera functions like the shutter release, command dials, and AF ON button for seamless vertical operation.
- Features hot-swappable battery capability, allowing one battery to be replaced without powering down the camera if two are installed.
- Includes a 1/4" bottom tripod socket for secure mounting to tripods or camera sliders.
👎 Cons
- The remote control requires two AAA batteries, which are not included and must be purchased separately.
- Only EN-EL15c batteries can be charged inside the battery grip; older EN-EL15a and EN-EL15 batteries cannot be charged internally.
- Hot-swapping functionality is only available when two batteries are installed in the grip, not with a single battery.
- The remote control is 2.4G, which might be susceptible to interference in crowded environments compared to other wireless technologies.
- While it extends battery life, the overall bulk of the grip adds to the camera's size and weight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Nikon cameras is this battery grip compatible with?
This battery grip is compatible with the Nikon Z8 camera.
Can I charge all types of EN-EL15 batteries inside this grip?
No, only EN-EL15c batteries can be charged inside the vertical grip; EN-EL15a and EN-EL15 batteries cannot be charged internally.
How far can the included remote control operate from the camera?
The 2.4G remote control allows you to take pictures wirelessly from up to 131 feet (40m) away.
Does the remote control come with batteries?
No, the remote control is powered by two AAA batteries which are sold separately.
What functions are retained on the grip for vertical shooting?
The grip retains the shutter release button, main and sub command dials, AF ON button, Fn button, and multi selector for intuitive vertical shooting.
Is it possible to replace batteries without turning the camera off?
Yes, hot swapping is possible when two batteries are installed, allowing you to replace one battery without interrupting shooting.
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