If I leave the battery in the Nikon, do have have the extended life of two batteries, or does one offset the other?
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You have the extended life of two batteries. In fact, your camera will allow you to configure which one is used up first, and will show you how much power is left in each. The MB-D11 unit makes your camera significantly heavier and larger, but the additional power is even more helpful if you're shooting in a continuous mode [as in sporting event], or when it would be egregious to run out of power [as in a wedding]. I like it, and am glad I have it. I should also say that I ordered and returned another manufacturer's version of the MB-D11. It seemed flimsy to me, and was more complicated to assemble. Like most Nikon equipment, I'm not sorry I bought that Nikon quality.
1113816
You can set the battery order so that the camera will use either the internal battery or the one in the grip first. When one is depleted, the camera will switch to the other, giving you the extended life of both batteries. I swap them out as I charge them meaning that I have the grip battery as my first, then when it's time to charge it I put the one in the camera in the grip and charge the depleted battery and put it in the camera when it's charged. Thereby rotating the batteries out each time.
1113817
It never offset the other battery. But it depends on how long you leave the camera unused. The batteries does get discharged eventually after days but slowly.
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You have the extended life of two batteries. In fact, your camera will allow you to configure which one is used up first, and will show you how much power is left in each. The MB-D11 unit makes your camera significantly heavier and larger, but the additional power is even more helpful if you're shooting in a continuous mode [as in sporting event], or when it would be egregious to run out of power [as in a wedding]. I like it, and am glad I have it. I should also say that I ordered and returned another manufacturer's version of the MB-D11. It seemed flimsy to me, and was more complicated to assemble. Like most Nikon equipment, I'm not sorry I bought that Nikon quality. You have the extended life of two batteries. In fact, your camera will allow you to configure which one is used up first, and will show you how much power is left in each. The MB-D11 unit makes your camera significantly heavier and larger, but the additional power is even more helpful if you're shooting in a continuous mode [as in sporting event], or when it would be egregious to run out of power [as in a wedding]. I like it, and am glad I have it. I should also say that I ordered and returned another manufacturer's version of the MB-D11. It seemed flimsy to me, and was more complicated to... » Read More You have the extended life of two batteries. In fact, your camera will allow you to configure which one is used up first, and will show you how much power is left in each. The MB-D11 unit makes your camera significantly heavier and larger, but the additional power is even more helpful if you're shooting in a continuous mode [as in sporting event], or when it would be egregious to run out of power [as in a wedding]. I like it, and am glad I have it. I should also say that I ordered and returned another manufacturer's version of the MB-D11. It seemed flimsy to me, and was more complicated to assemble. Like most Nikon equipment, I'm not sorry I bought that Nikon quality. « Show Less
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The camera will use one battery, and switch to the other when the first one is drained. It will show that the battery grip battery is being used by a "BP" icon next to the battery charge icon. You should however bear in mind that using the second battery in the camera requires unscrewing the battery grip to remove the battery. I personally use only one battery (in the battery grip) and carry the second one in my bag, as I'm always in a position where switching batteries is not really an issue, and using only one battery means a lighter camera. This solution might not fit your personal situation, of course.In case you use two batteries, you can select which one will be used first in the D7000 menu d14. The camera will use one battery, and switch to the other when the first one is drained. It will show that the battery grip battery is being used by a "BP" icon next to the battery charge icon. You should however bear in mind that using the second battery in the camera requires unscrewing the battery grip to remove the battery. I personally use only one battery (in the battery grip) and carry the second one in my bag, as I'm always in a position where switching batteries is not really an issue, and using only one battery means a lighter camera. This solution might not fit your... » Read More The camera will use one battery, and switch to the other when the first one is drained. It will show that the battery grip battery is being used by a "BP" icon next to the battery charge icon. You should however bear in mind that using the second battery in the camera requires unscrewing the battery grip to remove the battery. I personally use only one battery (in the battery grip) and carry the second one in my bag, as I'm always in a position where switching batteries is not really an issue, and using only one battery means a lighter camera. This solution might not fit your personal situation, of course.In case you use two batteries, you can select which one will be used first in the D7000 menu d14. « Show Less
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Yes, this is a Nikon battery. There are less expensive "non-Nikon" ones out there that are very high rated, but I paid extra just to get the Nikon brand. The one con that kept coming up with the other brands was that the battery didn't stay charged as long. People were saying that if you fully charged the other brands and just let the batter set there outside the camera, it would loose most of it's charge in a day or two.
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no, one goes in the camera, the other in the grip. It just extends battery life, I went 2 weeks 1000+ shots before I needed a charge
514854
I use the Nikon battery in the grip (EN-EL3e). The unit begins to use the Battery Pack battery first and when that is drained, it goes to the camera battery. Perhaps I'm just lucky but I manage to get quite a bit of use with the Nikon batteries and that counts the times when I lay the camera down and forget to turn it off for a few hours. I would use the Nikon battery if speed is not an issue (you can easily get 8 fps); the AAs, as far as I am concerned, is something that I would only use if I were away for an extended period of time or used the Nikon D300 continuously for many hours. You don't have to pack the charger (a hassel, especially with airport security) and, if needed, you can always find someplace that sells AA batteries so you will always have a charged batter pack.
2282812
I think an "oblique" answer might do you the most good. The battery, an EL 12, can be bought at stores like Best Buy or online through Amazon. I have a number of Nikons and fortunately most use the EL 12. Once you say that, then you keep THEM (not IT) charged with a wall charger, so the camera is always ready and not tethered. Your camera is superb. It hopefully gets a lot of use. Two (or more) batteries and a wall charger keep you up and running fulltime.
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Nope, was under the impression before that one could do that. Just 1 fits in the grip and another in the actual camera body. Even the original Nikon grip is the same. You should consider the EN-EL18 battery adaptation for it although it's pricey if you're looking for faster auto-focus and longer battery lifelife.
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Dear, Sir I bought Nikon D3200 and addtional two batterys (power2000 for Nikon EN-EL14, 7.4 1500mAH 11.1 wh) But the battery did not work in D3200, also D3200 diplayed no suitable battery. What shall I do? I am looking forward to hear from you as soon as possible. Thank you Heoksoon Lim lhs865@hanmail.net(or heolim@sandia. gov)
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I do not know your answer. I know from experience that you get cheap if you buy cheap. Odds are that they will not function as you want. Nothing is more frustrating than a battery to fail when you need it. You will be money ahead to purchase an original Nikon battery.
1176920
I checked and the batteries I recently purchased were 1250mAh. The original Nikon battery is an 1100mAh battery. I am not sure what effect the higher current rating will have. I have used the two replacement batteries and so far I have noted no issues, but long term???. Thanks for bringing this to my attention; I do not know how I overlooked such an obvious difference.
1934107
For me, the batteries lasst long enough on my Nikon S6300. I would only quibble with the mAh rating. The lower rating on the original Nikon battery lasts a little bit longer than the Wasabi batteries. It's no big deal... they last long enough, especially for the price difference between the batteries. I can't buy a Nikon branded battery for the same price as the Wasabi kit, with two batteries, a charger, and an auto adapter. Feels like I got away with something.
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I've never kept a log on exactly how long batteries last but I've been very happy with the performance of these batteries. I expected them to be less than the original Nikon one I have. I can't tell the difference in how long they last. I'm not sure if video takes up more juice (like it does memory cards) but I still can't tell the difference.
1298789
Yes, I have both the Nikon D610 and this battery pack on it. Works perfectly. It doesn't come with an extra battery though.
1027239
Adilah, I've never had to worry about the purchase of an extra battery, I just make sure to charge my camera once the battery indicator shows "low battery". Also, if you remove your battery from the camera, you'll be able to see the type of battery required if in the event you do choose to purchase a secondary battery.
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Mine's worked perfectly since day one. On one occasion several months ago the camera didn't recognize the second battery, but unplugging and reinstalling the battery pack cured that. Actually, I think I forgot to turn off the camera when changing batteries. Just make sure the camera is turned off when removing or reinstalling the battery pack. I'm very happy with this unit. I'll admit I do use ONLY Nikon brand batteries, though. I've learned over the years to be a bit skittish about third party brand batteries in my Nikon DSLR's.
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I can't, actually, but the batteries appear to be the same as the Nikon OEM as far as strength. The grip holds two (or six AA) and, fully charged, the power lasts a surprisingly long time. Anecdotally, I've used the camera for a week-long vacation and 1000-1200 shots (mostly without flash) without requiring a recharge - or even being close. I seem to recall that Nikon rates their battery for close to 1000 shots and since the grip requires no power of its own, doubling that is not out of the question.
1026510
I only really use the viewfinder, so I can't compare it to without. I have never found batter life to be limiting, however I do own multiple batteries.
354530
Yes, and very well, too. I keep both the original battery and this one charged when shooting. I shoot primarily video so my batteries go fast.