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| Pentax BG2 Battery Grip for Pentax K10D and K20D DSLR Cameras |
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| Manufacturer: Pentax |
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| List Price: $0.00 |
| Sale Price: $129.99 |
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Product Description |
Main Features Manufacturer: PENTAX Imaging CompanyManufacturer Part Number: 39557Manufacturer Website Address: www.pentaxtech.comProduct Model: D-BG2Product Type: Camera Battery GripControls: Vertical shutter releaseAE lockExposure compensation buttonTwo mode dialsBatteries: 1 x D-LI50 SupportedCompatibility: Pentax K10D Digital Camera |
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 Excellent extension, especially because it is removable... |
| Review Date: September 8, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Austin M. Kramer, Beijing, PRC |
As an on-and-off pro photographer, I need something that shoots pro-quality pictures, but since I am a field photographer not a studio photographer, I wanted something smaller, more compact, more rugged, and less expensive than the top end Cannons. I have no interest in risking a five to ten thousand dollar piece of equipment as I shoot out the window of a moving jeep. I also want something that is a little easier to carry around and doesn't require the standard photographic luggage. So I picked the K20D, which is the smallest and sturdiest DSLR I can find. It's also at a good price, and shoots great pictures.
Thus, the BG2 battery grip is perfect for me. Like an expensive pro camera, I have controls for vertical shooting, and nice balance with longer lenses. Unlike an expensive pro camera, I can take the bulky bottom grip off when I want to slim the camera down!
This is also great for field work, because it stores an extra card, an extra battery, and the remote control, rather than leaving me juggling a bunch of little boxes cluttering up my bag. Because I shoot in full manual mode and do most of my photo editing (eg, noise reduction) on my computer not in the camera, the K20D uses virtually no power. I can shoot for four weeks / 1000 photos on a single battery without recharging. The optimized "auto" setting drawing from whichever battery has higher output does a little better than double that, because by switching back and forth it can take advantage of the bounce after a battery is turned off then on. The Lithium Ion batteries are great, and don't have memory and heat problems of Nickle MH batteries, so you can use these ones all the way, and recharge whenever you feel like it.
On the whole, I use this rather than carrying a bag full of backup batteries and cards, and it's perfect. |
necessary addon
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| Review Date: September 23, 2007 |
| Reviewer: C. Betker, Everett, WA United States |
| Great addon to the k10d....adds longer power, provides better grip. Feels like a pro camera should. also added release button for more natural hand placement when camera vertical.... |
K10D Battery Grip from Adorama
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| Review Date: July 12, 2007 |
| Reviewer: M. Teti, LosAngeles |
I could'nt be happier with the grip.It really completes my K10 which I have enjoyed since last December.My little finger now has a place to rest.The grip really helps in stabilizing the camera in my hand.An added plus to the already built in system in the camera.The grips function dials and buttons are just like on the camera.(front and rear dial,+/- compensation,depth of field preview,AE-L,green button).
I have delt with Adorama twice before and have to say THANKS! My orders were received on time in perfect new condition.My conversation with a sales rep on one order was more than pleasant and helpful.
Thanks Again
k10penuser |
Pentax Battery Grip BG-2
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| Review Date: September 10, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Photo Hobbyist, Maryland |
| This battery grip is a well-constructed, solid accessory for the Pentax K10d SLR. It's a bit heavier than I expected but I prefer something substantial rather than a light flimsy product. The fit and finish is first class and matches the K10d body perfectly. I like the way it can be stored conveniently without the protruding rod extending into the camera body. Good design by Pentax. |
Great addition to great camera
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| Review Date: June 8, 2007 |
| Reviewer: szelivia, Morton Grove, IL |
| Grip makes camera better balanced, more steady on tripod with 70-300 lenses. Finally I have place were keep remote control! |
A must have for serious Photographers
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| Review Date: February 5, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Jerry Block, Northbrook, IL USA |
This is an important accessory to the K10D because the K10D only takes a special LI-50 battery. You cannot just go to a local store and get a couple of AA's and pop them into your camera if you run out of power. If you purchase this grip, buy an extra battery or 2 because this grip does not come with batteries. This is a little extra insurance for not running out of power if you do a lot of shooting and looking at your LCD on the camera back. I have not used my new equipment long enough to see how the batteries last. In my experience, rechargables will lose some of their storage capacity over time When using the camera you can choose how you use the grip. You can use both batteries together, or you can select grip first, or camera first. Use what will work best for you.
It also has a small storage compartment for an extra SD card.
The other main advantage is that you don't have to become a contortionist when shooting in the portrait format. You just go to the portrait shooting position and the shutter release and all of the controls are in the same location for shooting as in the landscape position.
Because the camera and grip only takes the equivalent of 2 AA's this is less weight to carry around than the previous version that I had on my earlier model *istD. |
Get-Ah-Grip!
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| Review Date: December 9, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Dred242, |
I got my K10D and BG2 Battery Grip at the same time and I love it! I have no issues with the added weight and bulk. I'm always switching between landscape and portrait shots so having the extra shutter release button on the side is great. I also love having all the the extra buttons and controls on the BG2 Battery Grip. The front and rear eDials to control camera functions, green mode button to reset exposure, exposure compensation button, and depth-of-field preview all help to make the BG2 Battery Grip ...really rock!
Also, under heavy shooting I have yet to drain both batteries. But I must admit that I don't do a lot of image previewing/editing on the K10D LCD screen either, so I guess I'm getting more mileage than most. I keep an extra 2GB SD card in the built-in SD card holder, and one of these days I'll get around to buying a Pentax Remote Control F which also fits inside the body of the BG2 Battery Grip. Overall this is a great add-on to the K10D, and I'm glad I got it. |
Excellent- Ergonomic, Extends battery and function, Sealed
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| Review Date: November 20, 2008 |
| Reviewer: javajunki, |
I wasn't sure if I would use or need this but so very glad to have purchased it with new K20D. Not only does it provide a secure, convenient way to store an additional memory card and remote but automatically extends the batterly life. The additional controls and functions also make for a comfortable fit as does the entire grip...in fact, I STRONGLY prefer the grip as it just seems easier to hold and control.
For those who may be wondering - yes, the grip IS sealed just like the K20D so no need to worry about a sealed camera with unsealed grip. I don't find it excessively heavy or builky - to the contrary it feels very comfortable even with relatively small hands. I enjoy the ability to use alternative controls when shooting at different angles and VERY pleased with this purchase. EAsy to install, intuitive to use, makes it nice to carry additional accessories without fear of loss. Excellent. |
Pentax BG2 Battery Grip
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| Review Date: January 13, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Randolph Simpson, Fort Worth, Tx USA |
| The BG2 grip is a must have item to further enhance the versatility of the fantastic K10D camera. It provides a shutter release button plus the command dials found on the camera. It is unique because one battery is installed in the camera and the other is in the grip, plus a spare SD card can be stored in the grip. |
Allows me to grab the camera and go
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| Review Date: November 7, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Jerkules, Chesterfield, MO |
Using it with a K20D
Things I like:
- Improves grip while shooting landscape and portrait
- Holds another battery, the wireless remote and another memory card so I don't have to make room or dig around in my pockets for all that stuff
- Looks cool!
Things I don't:
- Have to take it off to change the in-camera battery
- Have to take out the in-grip battery to get to the extra memory card and remote
It worked exactly as described, is well built and Amazon two-day shipping took less than 23 hours from order to my front door. |
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