Any Info On This Vertical Grip???

Cuties02q

The Nikon vertical grip for the D200 is sold out and I really need it. Does anyone have any info on this one http://www.adorama.com/HHBGNKD200.html TIA!!!

Mike02

it doesnt even look like a d200 in the picture... and its a cheaper 3rd party one... I would stay away from it and just wait for the nikon grip... I mean... its not like you cant shoot without it .

Seymore

Hold out for the real thing. You be happier spending good money or the right equipment.

Cuties02q

Ya I know I just want it...what about this one

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=cart&A=details&Q=&sku=489692&is=REG

Seymore

Cuties02q wrote:

Ya I know I just want it...what about this one

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=cart&A=details&Q=&sku=489692&is=REG

Well, it's up to you... but I'll still stick to my guns and say that Nikon is ENGINNERED for Nikon. These guys may work, but if you have problems, Nikon can't help and Targus doesn't make just electronics... they also make bags and numerous other things.

If you have a little patience and get what's engineered for Nikon, I think you'll be happier in the long run...

Rhuarc

I don't have the one for Nikon, but I did get the Battery Grip from Targus for my XTi. It was less than half as much as the Canon so I decided to try it. I've had it for about 4 months, and it has worked perfectly. Unless you look closely it could be a aprt of the camer instead of an add on. It connects very tightly to the camera so there is NO wiggle between the Grip and Camera. The rubber part feels great, and the Vertical controls are well placed and work perfectly.

This is rumor, but I have even heard that the Targus grips come from teh same factory as the Canon's and are just rebranded for Trargus. That is probably wrong, but who knows. Overall I am VERY happy with my Targus grip.

Just my 2 cents, and we both know how much that is worth!