1 battery operation with the MB-11: Can you run the camera with a battery in the battery grip, but leave the camera empty?
899903
Yes, you definitely can use the battery grip as the sole source of power. I prefer not to put a battery in the D7000 when the grip is in place. It is simple enough to change the battery in the grip when the battery is exhausted, so there really isn't a need to use two batteries (especially given the long life of the EN-EL15 battery). And you don't have to go into the menus to do this. Simply remove the battery from your camera, and put one in the grip and you are ready to take photos. I got my MB-D11 three days ago and have been taking photos all three days without a need to make my first battery change (433 captures). Also, my MB-D11 has none of the problems reported by others and is a classic example of Nikon quality.
358509
I have yet to run a battery out on it. I did purchase an additional battery which I keep in my camera case but have not had to resort to it.
2207749
yes..always carry 2 spare batteries in my camera case..this was the main reason why I bought this camera. No more recharging batteries...
2125286
That's how the Nikon grip is too (MB-d11). They only have a spot for one extra battery in the grip. The D80/90 grips held both batteries, but even Nikon went away from that. Not sure why, but makes it so you have to take the whole battery grip off to extract the first battery from the default location to charge it. It's easier to just keep a second battery in the bag if you don't really need the extra grip size and functionality. Plus it looks cool!
643772
Yes, you have to use 2 standard batteries that came with the camera. Or you can use 8 AA batteries with the adapter that comes with the grip.
461449
The battery can be in the camera body while the mb-d12 is empty OR the battery can be in the mb-d12, while the camera is empty.
860094
Hi there! You can leave the battery in the camera while connected via USB to computer. Easy way to recharge....
2120934
No. You have to remove the Vita or wait for the battery to run down on the grip.
497271
The grip is powered by two Canon Batteries similar to the ones that you would use in the camera, if the grip wasn't attached. There is also an insert that comes with the grip that holds a set of 4 AA Batteries that can be used as an alternative to the specialized Camera type battery packs. There is no outlet however? Did you mean AC power IN as in something that will run off of electricity from a wall outlet? It does not have a jack of that sort on it no
2186624
Simply remove the battery compartment cover on the camera. Store it in the extension of the grip that sticks up. Take the battery out of the camera. Place the extension that you just stored the cover into the camera. Use the tripod screw to secure the connection. Put batteries in the grip and you're good to go.
1924824
Yes you can. I just rotate my batteries so they are always charged. These batteries last longer than the battery that came with the camera. Very satisfied with my purchase!
500729
Yes. They also offer an accessory that lets you charge the battery without removing it from the camera.
360754
This connects to the bottom of the camera. You insert 2 batteries that the camera uses into the grip. It does NOT come with the batteries. You must purchase them separately. You can also use "AA" size batteries. The battery grip makes the camera bigger and for me, easier to handle. Plus you get to shoot pictures twice as long because you have the 2 batteries. I have 2 Cannon cameras and each of them have the battery grip on both. Obviously, I like them.
356167
Yeah, no - when you have it all rigged up, you can't use the battery grip. I'd recommend getting an AC adapter and wearable external power source (battery pack) if you need it for extended periods of time. Otherwise, just be ready to dismantle it every hour or so to swap batteries.Neewer® ACK-E8 Replacement AC Power Adapter Supply Kit for Canon EOS Rebel T5i/700D, T4i/650D, T3i/ 600D, T2i/550D
1934421
you can carefully remove the battery door while you have the grip attached, I store it in my bag as there are time I don't want the battery grip on the camera, so I make sure I can return to the one battery setup.
156659
yes, battery must be in and have at least a charge enough to power on in order to do anything with the camera (including upload pictures to your computer.) I bought an extra off brand battery works great, and its nice to have two.
2006882
Not sure I understand the question. Nikon's d800 battery grip is the MBD12.