Flashpoint Battery Grip for Nikon D810, D800 and D800E

2016-12-11T08:57:59

I picked up the less expensive version because I needed additional battery power for a project. The grip attached to my d800 very securely and was stable on the tripod. I used OEM batteries and the body had no trouble linking to them. This has been my only use of it so far and have no sense of the button and controls other than just playing around a bit. I also cannot speak to durability. But the initial impression is positive, especially for the price paid. At some point I will get the larger battery/compartment door for additional power.

Charles E.

2016-11-02T10:44:49

This grip drains your battery in hours. Other than allowing you flexibility with the shutter, it is more of a hindrance than an asset. Just buy the "real" thing.

Stacey H.

2016-09-06T12:38:34

Looks like it is right from Nikon and it performs as if is from Nikon without the Nikon price.

ROBERT G.

2016-02-18T09:06:38

Bought one of these in '12, returned it when I saw more value in the magnesium version. I wondered about the durability of a product so relatively inexpensive but went ahead concentrating on the upside. Three years later and it's weak spot emerged. Though it's been great in every other way, the latch on the battery cradle gave way. Couldn't find another remedy other than complete replacement until I was able to borrow a friend's OEM grip for a job. Tried a little cannibalization with her cradle and my Flashpoint. Perfect fit, perfect function. MS D12en.

ERIC K.

2016-02-09T15:51:28

OVERALL IMPRESSED WITH THE QUALITY OF THE BATTERY GRIP, WORKS AT ALL FUNCTIONS;SOME DIFFICULTY INSTALLING AA BATTERIES INTO AA BATTERY GRIP, THIS COULD USE SOME IMPROVEMENT;LITHIUM ION PACK WORKED GREAT.

JOSEPH R.

2013-07-05T21:00:00

This grip is not as solid feeling as the Nikon grip I purchased for my D300S. It was much cheaper and I think you get what you pay for. The grip has some movement when attached to the bottom of the camera, this is even more apparent when attached to a tripod. It does give you an additional battery attached, and the shutter release works as described. If you don't use a tripod it's not as bad.

DAVID H.

2013-06-04T21:00:00

The shutter release button on the grip does not trigger the release. It will only focus but not fire. The whole grip feels like plastic but the rubber looks good and feels good. The price would be great if it only would trigger the shutter release!

Trev

2013-05-21T21:00:00

This really helps in the balance and feel of the camera. I love the fact that it was not too much yet it delivered most of the conveniences that the Nikon built does. My only problem was that when I would shoot video and go to the live view it would freeze the camera. I learned that if I did the live view first and then attached it it would run fine.

RAYMUNDO C.

2013-05-20T21:00:00

Not as sturdy as the metal versions but an adequate substitute. Gives that extra spare power for events such as weddings.

JAT

2013-05-17T21:00:00

Easy install, holds one battery, the holder must be removed for access to the camera battery. Good news, the D800 can be told which battery to draw from first. Cheaply made, well see how long it lasts.

Earth B.

2013-05-10T21:00:00

Well the adage has always been you get what you pay for. Well, you definitely aren't paying much for this grip and that's what you get for the quality also. I do have the problem where the batteries in this go dead fast. I have had times where it would "disconnect" at random from the main camera body and you then would be using the in camera battery pack even though it was fully screwed into the bottom of the camera. I have had several times where the focus and shutter button wouldn't work at all. The AA battery tray is constantly loose and rattles around. The last thing that became an issue was if I put any extra force onto the grip (and I mean normal pressure not excessive) it felt like it was going to snap off. I plan on sending this back and getting the magnesium version and see if that is better. I have rented the Nikon grip and I really did notice how much better that was constructed but I don't (just like everyone else) feel you need to pay 3-4 times as much for the OEM version. It's Just like buying car parts from a dealership.

Czech g.

2013-04-22T21:00:00

The battery grip overall is a great match for the D800. It looks almost like it is built-in because the color and texture is nearly identical with the camera. It does leave a tiny gap along the back of the camera. Hopefully this will not cause an issue with dust and/or moisture getting in around the contacts. The only other negative is that the wheel that tightens the grip onto the camera is still loose and rattle a bit even when fully tightened. Otherwise, it is a great product and makes portrait shooting much more natural.

BENJAMIN B.

2013-04-21T21:00:00

This is a cheap alternative to the MB-D12. I suggest spending the money on the Nikon grip. I owned this grip for a D7000 and compared it to the Nikon brand. Watch the video on my youtube. Corey Benoit Faymus Media faymusmedia.com youtube.com/faymusmedia

Corey B.

2013-04-01T21:00:00

This is my 2nd Flashpoint Grip, I had Nikon and the Flashpoint Grips for my D7000's. I found the Flashpoint to be as reliable as the Nikon with Very Good Fit and Finish. The Nikon is a sturdier Grip because of the Metal Alloy inerts and the dials have a better feel. But Nothing that remotely makes me dream of buying the Nikon Branded Grips. The Price makes this a huge no brainer.

MadeYouLookAtl

2013-03-25T21:00:00

Awesome for the price. Just used it for long shoot and it work without a hitch.

ALLAN P.

2013-03-18T21:00:00

I am very surprised by how fast brand new AA batteries lost their charge. As the charge decreased it was not clear which battery the D800 was using, the lithium battery internal to the camera or the batteries in the grip. When the charge on the batteries in the grip got low enough the Camera began freezing up and showing an error message. It took a long time for me to determine the cause of this and the battery grip was the culprit. Perhaps I am just a little slow. It would be good if there was some kind of digital indication that the grip +needed to have the batteries changed before the camera locked up with an error message.

PHIL

2013-02-04T19:00:00

I saw a review that said if you want the same features as the Nikon version, don't mind that the dials and buttons aren't as substantial, and you want to pay significantly less... get this. I bought it and I'm happy. It feels good (nice ergonomics), it looks good (matches the D800 perfectly), and everything does what it's supposed to. I recently used it during an outdoor shoot where it was zero degrees. After 5 hours in the extreme cold, no problems.

ANDY J.

2013-01-29T19:00:00

this grip works and fits like the nikon grips for my D 200 and 700 did , a little liter construction , but I can replace it 3 or 4 times before it cost what the nikon grip would have

Alan B.

2013-01-29T19:00:00

This grip works just fine and for that price is awesome way to save money and have extra 2fps increase. Yes you'll have total of 6fps with this grip too. I love it

Slavo

2013-01-28T19:00:00

I just got my second one, and within a week its malfunctioning just like the first one - although that one lasted about 5 months before malfunctioning. What happens is that it appears the battery is dead. But if you take this grip off, and put the exact same battery directly in the camera, then it works fine. The same problem occured with both of these. I appreciate Adorama's generous 1 year warranty on these, and so hopefully the 3rd one will work better.

BeachStudio

2013-01-16T19:00:00

We have 5 of these, using them on both D800 and D800E bodies. I haven't had the opportunity to test the durability or longevity of this grip, but upon first inspection I *can* say this: I'd be astonished if this doesn't come from the same factory as the Nikon part. The fit and finish are pretty much perfect, and match up to the camera with no extra gaps or sloppiness. The rubber "checking" on the grip uses the same pattern as the Nikon bodies, and the dimensions are spot on. I really wasn't expecting much, but after a busy week of testing the first copy we received, we quickly ordered 4 more. Based on our experience, there is no need to spend the extra cash on the factory-brand. Highly recommended!

Jared K.

2012-09-01T21:00:00

For this price and the performance, you can't beat that. I mounted it on my D800 with a 24-70mm f2.8 lens on a tripod, and it feels solid. The vertical shutter release button works better than my D700 version's Nikon MB-D10. Every feature works like it's supposed to for less than a third of the price of the Nikon version.

JOHN T.