Used Canon BG-E3 Battery Grip for the EOS Digital Rebel XT Camera.

2012-05-24T21:00:00

I hadn't checked, but guess I assumed the AA battery holder was included, but it wasn't. That was a disappointment, but not a deal breaker when purchasing a used item at such a large break from new.

BURT R.

2012-01-15T19:00:00

I haven't used it that much, only for back up. It drains the AA batteries in few shots. So I prepare to keeping the Canon battery fully charged when am out taking pictures. Would I recommend this? Probably not. The XT is very old. Get a later version of the EOS's. I hope Canon would make just one format of the battery for all Canon EOS cameras. Or maybe just be able to use just the AA battery.

RHONNIE L.

2011-12-27T19:00:00

This battery grip is fantastic! It provides double the battery life, and it makes it MUCH easier to snap photos in portrait mode. I love that it comes with an extra battery holder that takes AA batteries. That has come in handy once or twice when I didn't have time to recharge the camera's batteries before heading out again.

Rebecca

2010-04-11T21:00:00

Extra size for big hands and big lenses (24-70mm) More power for the camera great!!

frenchmen

2010-04-11T21:00:00

very easy to use and not to heavy

BARBARA A.

2010-01-09T19:00:00

This product has given me hours upon hours of use out of my Canon. The grip is great if your headed out on long trips and you know exactly what lens you want with you. Beware, it does increase the weight of your camera by a lot.

DBO I.

2009-10-01T21:00:00

purchased for an up coming wedding

bgood

2009-07-11T21:00:00

The BG-E3 makes the Rebel large enough and very comfortable for me to hold. I really like the additional controls and with the grip, the camera feels the same shooting horizontal or vertical.

PAYTON C.

2009-05-19T21:00:00

I read the user comments for the other XTi battery grips and decided on the OEM Canon product. It arrived sooner than I thought, it attached easier than I thought, it fit better in my hand than I thought. The controls on the battery grip are in a better position for me than the original camera controls. Since most of my work is hand-held, the added height and the flat base allow me to prop my camera on various objects to steady my shots. Another plus no one mentions - it addition to the OEM and AA batteries, the grip can be used with an optional a/c power supply. That must be great for studio work! One downside - I have to buy a new camera bag: my XTi with the Grip attached and the accesories I have is too big for my old bag. But guess what? The grip stays on and the old bag gets the heave ho!

Phil N.

2009-03-07T19:00:00

Gives my xti very good balance. wished i had gotten this a lot sooner.

Rafe400d

2009-01-20T19:00:00

Installation is extremely easy and access to the batteries couldn't be easier. The battery life compared to a single Canon battery is amazing (even with third party batteries that have less capacity than the Canon's). I shot for 4 days straight with a variety of lenses and took roughly 4000 pictures. By the end of those 4 days my camera was still showing 1/2 battery life.

ADAMS Z.

2009-01-14T19:00:00

THIS BATTERY GRIP THE BEST ASSESORY FOR MY XTI USING THE VERTICAL RELEASE BUTTON WORKS PERFECTLY, ESPECIALLY ON AUTO FOCUS MODE AS WELL WITH MACRO.

JERU

2008-12-28T19:00:00

This battery grip doubles the battery life (with 2 batteries installed of course) and makes taking vertical shots a breeze. It also gives the XTi, for which it was bought, the heft of a pro-level camera. Altho Adorama lists it for the XT, it fits and works with the XTi perfectly. The only down side is that it increases the height of the XTi by about 1 and 3/4 inches, so you must be careful to also buy a camera back-pack that says it will hold a camera with battery grip attached.

Ken

2008-12-28T19:00:00

i absolutely love this grip. the material its made from, in my opinion, is better than the grip that comes with the camera itself. it feel natural in my hand. the vertical shutter release is a godsend and the prolonged battery life is amazing... i cant say anything bad about this product.

Lenny

2008-12-28T19:00:00

At first, I thought it might be too bulky as a permanent "add on," but I was pleasantly surprised. Even with my 300mm lens attached, I did not find it cumbersome at all. The grip is great and taking vertical photos is a breeze. So far, I haven't had any problems at all.

NENative

2008-09-23T21:00:00

It changes the whole feel of the camera - love it! I also love how you can take vertical photos with ease by using the shutter button on the battery grip. I leave it on at all times.

Beth

2008-09-14T21:00:00

it's great for people with lage hands. I found the Canon rebel to be too small for my confort. After having it on my hand for some time, my hand would hurt. The grip aded the much needed extra grip to the camera. The vertical controls are awesome for people, like me, that like to take lots of vertical pictures. Also the extra battery gives you lots of power for a continous shoting. It comes with a regular AA battery adapter, so if you run out of power, you clould run to the near store and get alkalines instead of waiting for your battery packs to charge.

MAYKEL C.

2008-08-26T21:00:00

Great power winder for my Canon xTi camera.

Chasing S.

2008-08-24T21:00:00

this works great for taking pictures when you want to turn the camera vertically,i love the added buttons so it is easier to take pictures

Pete

2008-08-23T21:00:00

This adds the extra power I needed and the extra size I needed for big hands. It does everything well. My only question left to be answered is how long it will last as I have only had mine for about a month. At this time I couldn't be more pleased.

Ol"coach

2008-08-06T21:00:00

i love it

DARREN T.

2008-08-06T21:00:00

It was very easy to install and the added time to power having two batteries is great for those long shoots.

Rich

2008-07-22T21:00:00

nice piece of equipment

biker p.

2008-07-22T21:00:00

If you don't like to change the batteries in your camera...this is the product for you. It doubles the number of shots taken by your equipment. I can go through the night without changing batteries. Plus the extra weight balances the camera well.

A.C

2008-06-23T21:00:00

I love this thing - I went on a week long trip and didn't have to change the batteries until my trip was almost over (2500 pictures). Plus, the ability to use regular AAs saved me when I left my canon charger in Alaska. The only down side is that the grip isn't as comfortable as it could be with my hand strap attached in the tripod mount and it gets worse if I add the quick-lock for my tripod.

Obsdian

2008-06-18T21:00:00

I have in the past owned the battery grip made by "Opteka" which they claim that they use the same mold as Canon for their batter grips for the XT/Xti. I bought it because it was quite a bit cheaper than the Canon version, and included two batteries. Boy was that a mistake! The Opteka grip fit loosely to the camera, most of the buttons did not work, and after several months it started shorting out while shooting vertically. Because of this experience I decided to spend the extra cash and buy the Canon version. It fits snuggly to the camera and all the buttons and controls work properly. If you are thinking about buying an off brand because they are cheaper, just remember that you get what you pay for.

Joey B.

2008-05-20T21:00:00

this was recommended to me to get for my camera. I was told it would increase my speed while shooting in burst and it would add a good balanced weight to the camera body I own (Rebel XTI). Both so far are true and I am extra thrilled that I can have two batteries to use at one time without having to change them. You also get a second tray to use with AA batteries which allows for more battery powered options. I am very happy with this purchase and would recommend to anyone getting serious with their shooting.

WALKER M.

2008-04-15T21:00:00

No prbblem wiyh the installation. Good Directions from Canon included.

DANIEL B.

2008-03-28T21:00:00

I was very pleased with the Canon BG-E3 Battery Grip for the EOS Digital Rebel XT Camera. No trouble installing it for the first time (pay attention to the instructions regarding the removal of the camera's battery door) Love the feel that the grip adds to my Xti. I have what would be considered average size hands, but the extra weight and size really help those hnd held shots with a large lens (Canon 100-400L in my case) The addition of the second battery means that you can shoot all day without swapping batteries. Highly recommended item, in my book!

bhowdy

2008-01-20T19:00:00

Adds more grip to the camera body. Has convenient built in holder for the XTI battery door. You will never have a dead battery.

David