4 February 2010
Battery Grip For Canon EOS 350d / 400d Digital Rebel XT / XTI – The Opteka BGRXT
Posted by Rob_Nunn under: reviews .
I had a chance to go out shooting with the Opteka BGRXT Battery grip on my Canon EOS 350d / Digital Rebel XT on Monday, and I have to say it was brilliant.
The grip gives you extra stability when shooting hand held – you’ve got much more to hang on to, and the extra shutter release and exposure controls make taking photographs in portrait orientation a breeze.
It is however noticeably heavier, and will take some time to get used to. My camera is now a little too big for my bag, so a new one could be on the cards. I know I won’t have the grip on full-time, but it’s so easy to take on and off this won’t be a problem.
So if you haven’t considered a grip for your dSLR, I strongly recommend that you think about trying one, it’s like having a different camera!
Buy an Opteka BGRXT grip from Amazon.co.uk
Buy an Opteka BGRXT grip from Amazon.com
Cheers, Rob.
Tags: 350d, battery grip, eos, rebel xt, reviews
3 Comments so far...
Victor Says:
6 February 2010 at 11:48 am.
Hi Rob,
It’s often a shame I’m stuck with my little 3G PAYG modem, I tend to have to avoid youtube videos, (because it eats up all my credit!) Really could do with a better internet service so I can view material like this.
Even though I purchased my E410 for it’s smaller size and because I didn’t get on with a conventional side grip found on most dSLRs, there are times when a grip would be handy for portrait orientated exposures. The Olympus E410 doesn’t have a manufacturer supported grip but I have found the ‘OwnUser’ aftermarket grips that look quite handy. Dual battery, AA battery support, extra controls and a handy power adapter input, (which would be a bonus with setup shots), plus the increased stability with portrait orientation look a real boon.
Yeah, you’ve convinced me, (even without getting to see the video!) I shall be putting my next camera accesory budget aside for a grip 
All the best,
Victor
Rob_Nunn Says:
7 February 2010 at 11:23 pm.
Hi Victor,
Just make sure your camera bag is big enough for it….
Cheers, Rob.
Ben Says:
8 February 2010 at 6:17 am.
Hi,
I have realized the use of a battery grip recently too, I shall be investing the BG-E5 soon.
Thanks Rob.
