And the cheap grips are notorious for shorting out because of quality control issues, or inferior parts.... but my whole point was that if the generic destroys your camera, no warranty will cover your camera, but if you use the genuine Canon, the warranty will cover the camera if the battery grip or battery burns up your camera. You might be able to find a way superior non canon battery or grip, but is it really worth saving $50, if your risking loosing a thousand plus.
Well the batteries and grip have outlasted any pre-existing warranties... so yep Or at least buy em after the warranty is gone
I prefer the Zeikos or Yongnuo brands as I have never had any problems with them, and use a couple of Zeikos grips, one for the 30D and the other for the 5DMkII since their grips first came out.
No problems, ever — quality, fit and look are on a par with Canon and at a much reduced price. They work flawlessly and function exactly the same as Canon's.
The same is true, for example, of my Yongnuo flash battery packs.
IMHO, these brands may be inexpensive, but they are definitely not "cheap" — and in the price-inflated times we are now living in, a quality, lasting product fitting your needs and that saves money is definitely worth considering.
I see that you are using the grip for Canon 30D. Is Zeikos BG-E2N what you have? I just ordered it on Amazon and can't wait to try it.
This is a question of Generic vs. Name-brand OTC camera medicine. Aftermarket parts can be just as good if not better (usually), but it does require risk-taking. I've used off-brand grips and Canon grips, I like the Canon ones better; I use 2 on 2 different bodies, they're definitely keepers. I actually use off-brand batteries rather than Canon ones and I haven't had a problem with any of them. Its hard not to pass up a good deal but everything comes at a price. If there's things I would look for in aftermarket grips, I would be less worried about batteries and stuff getting burned up, I'd be more worried about the bolt that hooks up to the tripod-mount. If that thing breaks, you'll be spending a night with a dremel or money on repairs. I looked at my Canon grips, they're both made in China, who knows, maybe even in the same factory as the knock-offs :P
I think that may be some people buy a camera that they can't really afford... which shows up when some accessories are needed
That's Funny!
Although completely inaccurate in most cases i would suggest.
The genuine batteries I have are all made in china. The clone batteries I have are all made in china. The Clones have outlasted the genuines by YEARS and cost 1/8th the price.
I think some people just get elitist with their equipment and pay too much where they could save a buck and get something that does the job even better than the OEM's.
I have also seen a lot of scare mongering by the OEM's all but telling lies but using lanuage that puts fear into people. Like with printer ink. The OEM's will have you believeing anything but their ink will not only destroy your printer but make your house burn down.
I Bought a CIS system for a few $$ more than a replacement set of inks which were worth more than the new printer itself and have saved a large fortune on ink and have never had a problem with it. According to the OEM I should have died of heart attack by now for using non genuine ink.
People always make the excuse of non oEM products being didgy but fail to ever conceede that the OEM's are trading on their name and just making over the top profits.
That's Funny!
Although completely inaccurate in most cases i would suggest.
The genuine batteries I have are all made in china. The clone batteries I have are all made in china. The Clones have outlasted the genuines by YEARS and cost 1/8th the price.
I think some people just get elitist with their equipment and pay too much where they could save a buck and get something that does the job even better than the OEM's.
I have also seen a lot of scare mongering by the OEM's all but telling lies but using lanuage that puts fear into people. Like with printer ink. The OEM's will have you believeing anything but their ink will not only destroy your printer but make your house burn down.
I Bought a CIS system for a few $$ more than a replacement set of inks which were worth more than the new printer itself and have saved a large fortune on ink and have never had a problem with it. According to the OEM I should have died of heart attack by now for using non genuine ink.
People always make the excuse of non oEM products being didgy but fail to ever conceede that the OEM's are trading on their name and just making over the top profits.
Totally agree with you. Another route I choose to take is if there's a name brand I'd like to purchase, I try to lessen the price-burden by purchasing it used or like-new. Most of my camera equipment was acquired via that route thanks for Dgrin and FM, and I've saved a lot by doing so. I think its good to shop around and get reviews (be it: new, used, brand-name or aftermarket), its just smarter and more cost-effective.
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Well the batteries and grip have outlasted any pre-existing warranties... so yep
I see that you are using the grip for Canon 30D. Is Zeikos BG-E2N what you have? I just ordered it on Amazon and can't wait to try it.
I still can't see the logic of saving a few $$$ on batteries when your camera costs $1500 or $3000.
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I think that may be some people buy a camera that they can't really afford... which shows up when some accessories are needed
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That's Funny!
Although completely inaccurate in most cases i would suggest.
The genuine batteries I have are all made in china. The clone batteries I have are all made in china. The Clones have outlasted the genuines by YEARS and cost 1/8th the price.
I think some people just get elitist with their equipment and pay too much where they could save a buck and get something that does the job even better than the OEM's.
I have also seen a lot of scare mongering by the OEM's all but telling lies but using lanuage that puts fear into people. Like with printer ink. The OEM's will have you believeing anything but their ink will not only destroy your printer but make your house burn down.
I Bought a CIS system for a few $$ more than a replacement set of inks which were worth more than the new printer itself and have saved a large fortune on ink and have never had a problem with it. According to the OEM I should have died of heart attack by now for using non genuine ink.
People always make the excuse of non oEM products being didgy but fail to ever conceede that the OEM's are trading on their name and just making over the top profits.
Totally agree with you. Another route I choose to take is if there's a name brand I'd like to purchase, I try to lessen the price-burden by purchasing it used or like-new. Most of my camera equipment was acquired via that route thanks for Dgrin and FM, and I've saved a lot by doing so. I think its good to shop around and get reviews (be it: new, used, brand-name or aftermarket), its just smarter and more cost-effective.
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