Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

At first, I didn't think the grip was all that necessary since I carry a spare battery. But after reading lots of reviews, I decided to buy it. Great decision! Not only does it offer extended battery time, but it adds much to the overall feel and handling of the camera. Yes, it adds a little weight but the extra heft helps stabilize even more. And the remote storage and extra SD card storage is really handy. The construction is definitely Pentax quality. Having to remove the grip to get at the in-body battery is no big deal at all. I keep it on my K20D all the time.

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

This grip fits as it should on my K20D. Looks nice on the camera, and seems well made. It offers two adjustments wheels. It allows you to do vertical shots with ease, and also has an exposure button, and the "green" button available to set camera back to defaults. I think it balances the camera well, though it does add weight which may be a problem if carried all day, but not a biggie. It accepts an extra battery to double shooting life, and has a space for the "F" remote control, and a space for an extra SD-SDHC card. It has no magic to it, but I think it is a worthwhile addition. Only minor drawback is it has to come off to change the cameras battery, but you can set the camera to use the grip battery-the camera battery- or AUTO, so the camera decides where to draw power from.

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

The DBG2 is the perfect accessory to complete my K10D! Brings great balance to the camera, is a MUST for vertical shots because all of the controls are duplicated right at your fingertips! Combine that with the wireless remote, extra SD card storage and even WEATHERPROOFING and the camera is complete with this accessory! I never shoot without it!

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

The grip is almost a necessity for any K10 or K20 owner. The ability to run off of a second battery is huge and it provides the perfect counterbalance to any telephoto lens you might use.

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

The grip makes it much easier to rotate the camera for vertical framed shots. It doubles battery capacity, and I particularly like the internal storage for extra memory and the camera's remote control. There is also a place to store the rubber plug cover from the camera. It makes all the controls you normally use in a horizontal format available when shooting vertical. Only downside is it does make your camera big and bulky.

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

The Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip has a good feel to it when held.And the compartment it has can store an extra SD card is a plus .

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

I received this grip as a Christmas gift and enjoyed it's use very quickly. The vertical grip and acces to buttons is very good and I found myself missing the grip when it's not on the camera.
The only cons is when you reviewing pictures on the camera, you hand palm tends to push lightly the shutter button, switching off the camera screen. It's a bit strange at the beginning since you do not realize exactly what's happneing... It's a minnor problem once you know it but looks like a bug at the beginning.
This grip makes the K20d look great also. You should buy the small Pentax remote control as there is a special place for it in the grip (good idea)

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

I read a magazine article that said it was great, it's part of the reason I bought my K-10, now I bought another with my K-20. If it ever broke I wouldn't want to do without it, I keep my I.R. remote and a spare S.D. card inside it, rely heavily on it's conrols and use the battery in it first so I seldom need to change the in camera battery, it's great to still have power when you change the grip's battery (at your conveniance).

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

I have a Pentax K20D and the extra battery grip is worth its weight in gold! During long soccer games or all day at the zoo, you will need extra power. It also makes shooting in portrait much more comfortable. It is very solid and well made. It takes a couple tries to line it up properly when first connecting, but I got the hang of it pretty quick. I only gave it 4 stars because nothing is perfect, but this pretty close. You can keep an extra memory card and your wireless remote in the grip! How sweet is that?

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

This is a great addition to my K10D camera. The extra shooting time alows me to stay and take more pictures of my Grand daughter. This alone makes it worth it.

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

Being so acustomed to shooting pro Nikon gear, F4s & f5's, the smaller digital cameras get lost even in my rather smallish hands. By attaching the D-BG2 to the Pentax K10d you will find improved balance, twice the battery capacity, storage for a remote and a spare SD card. The ergonomics are very pleasing poviding plenty of contours for fingers to wrap comfortably. The dials front and rear are easy to utilize including and DOF shifter. The only small gripe I have is that the 'Green Button' is recessed more on the grip than it is on the camera. I hardly us this anyway but still....
Overall I wouldn't want to shoot without it in place. The overall balance of the camera is enhanced with it in place.

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

With the extra shutter release and controls it provides, it's part of the reason I bought a Pentax K-10-D, and when I get my Pentax K-20-D I'm getting another as well as 2 more spare batteries. It makes it much quicker and easier to change batteries, holds a spare SD card, and the camera's remote.

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

The Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip is very user friendly and adds to my K10D camera. Being able to carry an extra battery, remote shutter switch and SD memory card allows me to shoot without worrying about low battery, running out of memory, or loosing the remote. Looks nice and feels great. The added shutter release button make shooting at different angles easier. Overall a great addition to the camera package.

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

The grip works very nice. Even better you can store the remote and a SD card in the grip. I wish they had mentioned that there was no battery in the box though.

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

I use this when I use a sigma 50-500mm and Pentax 250-600mm. For better balance it works well, but otherwise, I prefer not to use it. I have two battery grips and two K10's. So far only one battery grip is even out of the box. Fortunately they don't cost much.

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

Camera balances better with the grip

Comments about Pentax Pentax D-BG2 Battery Grip for K20D & K10D Digital SLR Cameras:

Definitely took portrait photography to a new level while keeping the camera well balanced and easy to control.