Flashpoint Battery Grip For Nikon D800/800E - Magnesium & Water Resistant

About the Flashpoint MBD12-M

The Flashpoint Professional Power Battery Grip - Magnesium & Water/Weather Resistant for the Nikon D800/800E is an optional but essential accessory with excellent ergonomics designed specifically for the Nikon D800/800E. This enhanced version add water resistance and magnesium strength.

Featuring intelligent links to camera functions, matching the design and feel ofyour camera while doubling the battery power with a twin cell chamber that can load a choice of one, or two battery packs. This is especially useful when taking advantage of the camera's movie mode or Live View mode - operating modes that use more power compared to using a single EN-EL15 pack. In addition, with the included battery magazine, you can also run the camera off six AA batteries.

The non-slip rubberized grip offers perfect balance in any direction with full vertical shooting controls, which can be independently turned on or off as the photographer needs to enhance camera handling, especially for shooting vertical pictures - not videos, please. The grip has generous operating controls as well:shutter button, Main Dial, multi-controller, AF point selection button, AE lock/FE lock button, AF start button, and multi-function button. The base of the grip has a standard 1/4-20 tripod socket and a hand strap mount.Your camera's original battery door fits snugly in a protective hidden slot for instant retrieval.
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The Flashpoint MBD12-M is commonly used for Sports/action, Weddings and more.The Flashpoint MBD12-M is most used by customers who consider themselves to be a Semi-pro photographer among others.One reason why the Flashpoint MBD12-M is popular is because of its Easy to use.