If you use this battery, is there a warning screen when you start up the camera that says "this battery is not oem"?
824057
When I start the camera there is a warning screen with the following message: "cannot communicate with the battery pack. Continue using this battery pack? Yes or no
824058
Yes, there is a warning message on the screen. I was a bit concerned at first but kept on using it. As it turned out, it works just fine (so far). I believe the warning message is essentially because it's not a OEM, e.i. not fully compatible with the entire system of the equipment, but still does the job. This of cause is my opinion.
824059
Yes because it wasn't completely programmed to communicate with the cameras. It works fine but doesn't tell you how much battery time you have left.
824060
Yes a couple second after you turn it on it says it can't read the battery do you want to continue
619789
Wow, that's a new one! I have purchased and installed half a dozen non-OEM batteries over the past 5 years, and never had a problem with rejection by the hardware. Call the computer manufacturer, and if they admit to this foolishness, please post it here, because I NEVER want to own that brand!
531437
The one I received was not a real Canon Brand battery. It looked like one but the packaging did not contain the authentic Canon hologram. The backside to the battery was different and also felt heavier. I was able to return mine and Amazon refunded me the money. Though the battery looks the same, ones that aren't authentic Canon brand batteries can actually damage your camera. Beware!
1515797
Yes it is a genuine OEM Canon battery. Works very well and I've had no problems with it. In fact I hope to buy two more in the next month.
314341
I'm glad someone brought this to attention. I also have a battery (Power2000 FOR NIKON EN-EL14 7.4V 1500mAh 11.1Wh) that doesn't work. Although it worked for the first two months after I received my kit, I noticed that the camera was not taking it after I would insert and turn on the camera, the screen would say: "! This battery cannot be used. Choose battery designated for this camera." My other battery works well but it was sure nice to have had a backup before this.
1169615
I bought this battery from Amazon in January 2013 and it worked well for several months. It appeared to be genuine Nikon, but I wonder about that since about a month ago the battery case swelled in thickness and I almost could not remove it for the camera (P-510). Of course now it is beyond the Amazon return period, so I'll just have to buy a new one. Has anyone else experienced a similar problem with this battery?
1959250
I've been using the battery for six months with no problems; I alternate it with the Canon battery. shortly after I got it, I received a message from the seller that they had reports that some customers were having trouble charging their batteries with the Canon OEM charger and offered to send me a new charger. I have not had the problem.
1639295
No, it is not. It's a knockoff brand. I actually ended up getting refunded 1/2 the money I spent because I was upset for being sold a knockoff instead of the Canon brand. With that being said, I bought the battery in 2010 and it still works great. No issues. I would buy this battery again, just not for the price I paid.
1446876
I am using this battery as a replcement for the original one. This battery has been great, keeping its charge, unlike the original one. I do not use my camera often so it has been charged only a few times but it has a indicator to help know how much power is remaining. The price I paid, like the others who answered, was a great deal - I would hope to be as successful if I need to purchase one agin in the future.
941426
I have two of these batteries. The OEM battery that came with the camera is four years old and easily lasts five times longer than this battery. The battery is fine and the price is good, but I make sure I have a spare with me at all times, which is something I never had to do with the OEM battery.
1296486
No that is not. I have two of these and neither one has given me any problems. Don't let the cheap price fool you, these items have been rated very high and I read many reviews before making an order. Someone should fix this problem for you. As long as you have actual canon name brand legit batteries, you shouldn't have a problem. I would call or email them and let them know. I'm sure you can get an exchange. Hope this helps. On a side note, they sent me two when I ordered one. I have no idea why
2251490
The packaging and the battery all appear to be oem. The battery is identical to the original battery that came with my camera. They hold the same level of charge. I use my camera above ground and shooting underwater photos. They do degrade over time, I have one I bought a few years back that barely holds a charge for one dive though that can be up to 200 photos.
1277506
This is an aftermarket battery. Not the same thing. Looks similar, but as I am discovering after a couple of years the charge capacity held by the battery starts to decrease rapidly. As is usually the case....you get what you pay for. My next battery will be an OEM.
573836
Same deal here with my OEM battery. So frustrating. This was a gift...just started to learn to fly the thing well, and now the battery will not work. Pretty lame that the battery did not last longer for an OEM. I just ordered a NON OEM replacement.
1964500
Yes! These batteries are fully decoded and work just like the original battery that came with your camera. You can even charge your OEM battery with this new charger.
1169616
The one I ordered and rec'd was a Nikon brand battery that I am using in my Nikon P510 camera with no problems - even after several uses and recharges. The camera and battery are both used often.
2066002
I had the same concern, this is genuine and working fine, no issues. I cannot tell the difference between this and the one that came with the camera.