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Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
from Ky on 4/3/2008
It is compatible with the D300 circuitry as opposed to cheaper replacement battery I tried. I have had luck with the cheaper batteries before, but not with this camera.
from Columbus, OH on 4/2/2008
Purchased as OEM spare for my D300.
from Allenton, WI on 3/20/2008
I bought it for a backup battery and it seems to work just fine so far.
from Jonesboro, AR on 3/20/2008
I wouldn't go anywhere with my camera without a charged backup battery. I have always found this battery ready for the challenge when I needed it no matter how long it had been since it was charged.
from Stockton, Ca on 3/20/2008
This battery is great with my Nikon D80 SLR camera. It has outstanding staying power for taking 100s of shots without recharge. I purchased this as a backup for the battery that came with the camera, now I will never run out of juice while taking lots of pictures at family gatherings or on vacation. The price was OK but could be lower if the battery were not propritary.
from Fort Worth, TX on 2/22/2008
Occassionally I will find the battery indicator showing the battery needs to be replaced when I know it is nearly fully charged. I just cycle the camera power switch and it works fine.
from Gaylord, MI on 2/21/2008
Look alike batteries are not working in the d300 you need to order only these
had to return the look alikes, they work with the d200 but not the new Nikon d300
from Beaumont, Ca. on 2/21/2008
I purchased this as a second battery for my new Nikon D-300 since my two batteries for my D-70 do not work with the D-300, i.e. are not "forward" compatible. However, this battery is "backward" compatible. This battery works fantastic, lots of juice to it and it is always best to go with Nikon brand name regarding batteries.
from Pine Mountain, GA on 2/21/2008
I bought a couple more of these to go in my new MB-D80 Grip. I was really tempted to buy cheaper brands and/or used units, but I have heard of too many issues from that and I made that mistake a few years back with a laptop battery... Anyway, I am glad I bought the real deal because now I am confident my battery meter will be accurate and my charger will work properly. Go ahead and buy this battery. It may be more pricey but after all it is a NIKON!
from Southern MD on 2/21/2008
Purchased another battery to give me a backup battery for my D80 in case I need one for photo shoot. But the battery have held it's own ... after 250 to 300+ shots, still have 50 % on a recent event I had to cover indoors using an SB600 flash. These batteries are great and they charge really fast.
from Atlanta, GA on 2/21/2008
Keeps a good charge. I use it for the WT-4 for my Nikon D3.
Only have the one that came with my D80, but will be ordering another soon. Great Battery, recharges fast. After having read many folks say they only get 400 or so shots off this battery, I must be lucky. I shoot both RAW and JPEG (fine) formats all the time, and on my last vacation trip, I took over 1200 shots that trip, without a single recharge, and still had a bar left on the indicator. Roughly a third of the pictures using the on camera flash, and review each after the shot. Great battery, but I'm buying a second simply to use in the MB-D80 battery grip.
from Memphis, TN on 1/21/2008
Doesn't "run down" when not in use like previous batteries used.
Just shot an entire wedding with one battery!!!
from Texas on 1/21/2008
This battery is identical to the one that comes with the D80. It's great to have two so you can have a spare. Or if you shoot a lot you can use one while the other is charging.
from Hurricane, WV on 1/21/2008
I use the EN-El3e in my Nikon D200 and also in its battary pack. It recharges relatively quickley and maintains a charge for several hundred pictures.
from Tulsa, OK on 1/21/2008
These extra battery packs until recently have been in short supply. Lots of places will try to sell you equivalents (off-brands) - DONT DO IT! This latest offering from Nikon for their latest generation DSLR's is tops and has built in intelligence to communicate with the camera. On a D80 I would get about 600 shots per charge - on a D300 it is appraoching 800.
BEWARE: Bought two of these and they will NOT work in my new D300. These say 1800mA on the back and the Nikon brand EN-EL3e that came with the camera, and works fine, has 1500mA. Very unhappy. However, these gray EN-EL3e batts DO WORK in my D70 body.
If you spend this much money on your Camera, you should spend this much on the battery. I have 4 of these batteries for my D200. This camera is excellent except for its power consumption. This battery will charge and deliver what you want in a battery.
from Southaven, MS on 10/1/2007
Tried non Nikon battery first, but had problems with D200 showing low battery after only a few photos, even though battery was fully charged. No problem with original Nikon batteries.
from Salt Lake City, UT on 9/28/2007
If you like taking pictures then you also know the need for additional battery supply! This is a factory product so your not compromising anything. Must have for photographers
from Washington, DC on 9/28/2007
One thing you learn in your "business" always have a backup source for equipment. Having the extra battery is a must have for critical shoots.
from Tulsa, Ok on 9/27/2007
Reliable
from Jacksonville, FL on 9/26/2007
Bought this extra battery to use with the battery pack. Both work well.
from LA PUENTE, CA on 9/26/2007
I bought this to use with my original battery in the MB-D80 battery grip.
from Atlanta on 9/26/2007
Great battery. Fits D80, D200 and D300.
from Colorado on 9/26/2007
Bought extra battery when I purchase the Nikon D200, so I would not get caught without power. So far...so good!
from Midlothian, Virginia on 9/26/2007
best battery for my D200
from LA PUENTE, CA on 9/26/2007
I bought this to use in my MB-D80.
from Lancaster, Ohio on 9/26/2007
Probably not even neccesary for the average casual shooter, but it's nice to have for a long day of shooting or for a vacation.
from Mechanicsburg, PA on 9/26/2007
[...] This was purchased as an interchangeable backup battery for my Nikon D70, one that would also work with a future camera upgrade. Both the EN-EL3 and EN-EL3e hold a very long charge in this camera. No regrets.
from Houston, TX on 9/26/2007
Very good device.
from East Bay Ca. on 7/31/2007
I use this battery with my Nikon and I have had no problems.
from harrisburg pa on 7/12/2007
Great performance...
from Madrid, Spain on 7/12/2007
A reliable battery.
from North Carolina on 7/11/2007
Hey, it's a battery. I do like the extra abilities the Nikon batteries supply with the D200.
from Chicago on 7/10/2007
Does just as advertised
from Tucson, AZ on 7/10/2007
I've never had a problem with a NIkon-produced battery-(I was lucky when the earlier format had a recall). Holds charge well, very reliable. I always have 3--one in the camera, two fully charged in my pocket. Have rarely had to change out in the middle of a project.
from Pittsburgh on 7/10/2007
These newer batteries are more reliable and provide a quick-charging power source.
from Stl. on 7/10/2007
I purchased 2 spares for shooting a larger number of women at several events. Using the on board flash and 300 - 500 shots in a few hours. I've never had to jump to the second battery, let alone the 3rd.. Anyone want to buy my extra spare? :-)
from Spanish Fort Al on 7/10/2007
I had no problems, battery charged quickly and lasted all day shooting with power still at end of day. Using the on camera fill flash seemed to take more toll on battery than reviewing photos or even downloading from camera but that is a camera issue not a battery issue. I was suprised that I could shoot all day up 8 gigs a day and still have enough power to download to computer.
from Fresno, CA on 7/10/2007
Used in various Nikon DSLRs. Title of product needs to be updated to include D80, D40, and D40x.
from Chicago land, IL on 5/14/2007
With the increased sophistication of today's Li-Ion batteries, I have stayed with original equipment instead of taking a chance with third party batteries. At the end of the day, there's no reason to risk your expensive camera trying to save a few bucks on the battery, right? This battery works as advertised. I never have to think about it - load, shoot, replace with spare, recharge, repeat. That's as it should be.
from philadelphia, pa on 5/10/2007
works.
from Florida on 5/9/2007
good value and charge last a good time when using
Always had good luck with these batteries.
from Atlanta Ga on 5/8/2007
Nikon forever
from Palo Alto, CA on 5/8/2007
This is an excellent battery. I have a couple of them since I travel to locations overseas where recharge is difficult. I charge them all before I leave and they last a long time.
from Huntsville, AL on 4/5/2007
Although I haven't shot 800 pictures in a weekend, I have used the camera over an extended period of time with good battery life. I was always afraid to push the limit until I got the second EN-EL3e backup. This thing seems to work great and charges quickly.
from north hollywood ca on 3/26/2007
it does the job that I need it to when I'm counting on it. What more do you need?
from Redmond, WA on 3/26/2007
I was not aware that it could be used in the Nikon D100 also. Now I have four batteries for my D100 as well as my D200. The saleman said I needed to have the "E" model for the 200 but did not tell me that I could also use it with the D100. Which means that I also have two chargers.
from Boston,MA on 3/26/2007
My D200 needs a second battery. It is worthwhile
having a spare.
from San Jose, California on 3/26/2007
It's a good quality. Buy original Nikon Accesary/Parts, it's the best way.
from Cleveland, OH on 3/26/2007
Great value on a genuine Nikon product
from South Carolina on 3/26/2007
I have the Nikon D-80 and these batteries hold a charge longer than the off brands. They also re-charge quickly.
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from Columbus, Ohio on 2/13/2007
You always need a spare, always! And I keep my spare in my backpack. Last week in Columbus, Ohio I left my D200 in my car and it was -1 F. Later that morning I grabbed my Camera and the battery still held a charge. The previous day the battery level was at one bar. That was impressive!
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from Victoria, Texas on 2/12/2007
I was told batteries for digital cameras would lose their charge quickly. Be sure to buy extra. So, I did. However, I haven't found what I was told true. I have used my camera for several days on one battery charge. Of course, I haven't shot thousands of images like the big-time pro's do. However, on one occassion, I shot over 700 images in one day with one battery. I think that's pretty good, don't you?
jimbo
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from Freesoil Michigan on 2/9/2007
These batteries realy fill the bill when I am doing a lot of shooting.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Lehigh Acres, FL on 2/8/2007
I bought 2 EN-EL3e for the vertical grip for the D70s. I shot weddings and family events and never have to worry about how much charge is left in my batteies. [...]
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from Northern Virginia on 2/8/2007
Great value! With the D200, you need to have two or more batteries when you spend a lot of time in the field. The battery life increases the more you use it and charge it.
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from Reading, PA on 2/6/2007
This is a great battery. Charges quick and lasts long
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from Mid-Michigan on 2/5/2007
This product is exact replacement for original product. After the replacement scare on my
D100 batteries I decided to buy only Nikon batteries.
I recently bought a new D200 and I went to my kids basketball game. After about 100 shots (fine, large), the battery was dead. It lasted about 1 hour (the battery died about 2 minutes before the game ended. I didn't use the camera flash since I had the SB800. Are there any tips to save battery life?
[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
Having read all of these reviews, when I purchased my D200 I made sure to order extra batteries. As a professional, I will shoot a few thousand pic in a weekend. I shoot in Med/fine format JPG. I view every pic as taken. I made it a point to keep track the first time I used my camera. I am able to get about 900 shots before battery dies. It does recharge quickly however.
[5 of 6 customers found this review helpful]
Battery life is excellent, so long as you don't use a VR lens. I bought my D200 with the 18-200mm VR, which is phenomenal, and I leave the VR function on most of the time and notice significantly less battery life per charge. Knowing this though, makes it easy to conserve the charge on only battery I have. It sure would be nice if I could find a spare.
[3 of 6 customers found this review helpful]
I have both D200 and D80 as well as 70s and D50 I'm think D200 and D80 are great they are easy of operate and give great shots. I need backup batteries for D200 and D80 as these are my favorite and I use them most. But can't get batteries anywhere, extremely dissapointed. I guess I should have bought Canon when I went digital at least I could get batteries, disappointed in Nikon.
[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
I haven't actually counted the number of shots from a single charge, but I have no complaints other than I can't get a spare for piece of mind. The only time it went dead on me was when I was on vacation attending a wedding. The pro photographers left after a couple of hours, so I shot the remaining FOUR HOURS PLUS on a battery I had already been using for OVER 2 DAYS! I cannot remember when I last charged it because I only planned on taking a few shots here and there. I had an external flash on a D70s at the reception & got over 400 shots (at the reception alone) on large/fine setting (I NEVER use RAW) with plenty LCD reviews. The battery finally died about 5 minutes before they kicked everyone out of the reception hall. To this day, the couple says thier favorite pics are ones I took because I was there, shooting the whole time. OK, so it might not get 1800, but if you shoot anywhere near that much, you are probably a pro who should be well-prepared. Just pop it in the charger the night before or after a big day and you will be fine! Hey Nikon, I STILL want a back-up though!
[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
i think the battery is fine. but its definitely an issue when Nikon switches most of its cameras to this one model of battery and neglects kicking its production into high gear.
now many of us are stuck trying get spares for our real-world usage of the battery.
[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
The battery is giving me fine results. Of course, I planned ahead when I learned it was a new battery, so I ordered my D200 with 2 spares. Today I shot 250 JPGs (Large, Normal, Ch) studying many on the LCD and I have 67% battery life left. With my MB-D200 the meter didn't move in an entire day of shooting. Enjoy your D200 and stop worrying about the battery life.
[4 of 10 customers found this review helpful]
Nikon has not made this battery widely available and the EL-EN3 will not work in the D200. None of the other major battery makers such as CTA seem to have production lines for a comparable substitute. This is a big problem for owners of the new D200 and I believe the D80.
[5 of 6 customers found this review helpful]
This battery has given me the performance I require. I have read other reviews claiming it doens't take 1800 shots.. but it does... of course not with the LCD or internal flash on... but I use an SB-800 LCD off for most my shots... High Quality RAW&JPEG Fine Large and fill up my card numerous times on a single charge. I have a spare that I have yet to need on a shoot..
[8 of 13 customers found this review helpful]
Nikon advertises this battery as being able to last for 1800 shots. However, this is extremely misleading. The only possible way to get anywhere near the advertised number of shots is to take low resolution photos, turning off the LCD altogether, and backing off on other settings.
For most photographers, plan on 250-400 shots max using your LCD and shooting in RAW.