Nikon MB-D10 Multi Power Battery Pack for Nikon D300 & D700 Digital SLR Cameras
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Nikon MB-D10 Multi Power Battery Pack for Nikon D300 & D700 Digital SLR Cameras
Customer Review: Get the right battery...
Summary: 4 Stars
Maybe I was too eager, but I didn't realize the high-speed shutter advantage offered by this unit requires a different battery model - the EN-EL4.
I bought a second EN-EL3 (7.2v 1300mAh), which offers no boost in fps over the base unit. Only the EN-EL4 (11.1v 2000mAh) gives you the max fps.
Otherwise, I'm impressed with the quality and design.
Customer Review: Nikon MB-D10 Power Pack does the job.
Summary: 5 Stars
Bought this power pack along with a new Nikon D700.
The pack is simple, and works just fine.
Customer Review: Most excellent
Summary: 5 Stars
Eight frames/second and a vertical release makes my D-300 the king-of-the-hill as far as I'm concerned. I use Eneloop rechargable batteries and this combo ROCKS! I did have to get some bigger cf cards, as my old 2 gigs weren't getting it any more. So many good shots I have a hard time editing them all.Customer Review: you gotta have this grip for your d300/d700
Summary: 5 Stars
what i like about this grip is that you can use it WITHOUT any batteries inside the grip's chamber as long as you have batteries inside your d300/d700 body....the grip is fully functional. because of this, i always have the grip attached and only put the batteries in the grip for extra juice to shoot 8fps.Customer Review: Essential Accessory for Extended Battery Capacity and Extra Speed
Summary: 5 Stars
Like most photo accessories, the MB-D10 is essential IF you really need the features it offers. I'm not going to argue the justification for it's exorbitant price - let's face it, it's absurdly expensive. However, if you need expanded battery capacity and/or the extra speed it is capable of providing (using AA or the optional EN-EL4a battery), there really is no viable alternative.
I bought the MB-D10 for my D300 for a couple of reasons. While I don't particularly need the extra speed it is capable of providing, I do need the extra battery capacity and strongly prefer the additional grip surface area, which makes handling the camera with a 70-200 f2.8 attached a little easier and more stable. The additional weight it adds is fairly inconsequential in my opinion.
I use it primarily for outdoor sports photography, and while I could simply carry an extra battery or two with me, I like not having to worry about it running out in the midst of a shoot and potentially missing a shot. By default, the camera uses the MB-D10 battery first, then automatically switches to the camera battery. It provides the flexibility of powering the camera using AA batteries in an emergency. It also provides a vertical shutter release and additional auxiliary controls. I should also point out that unlike a few other reviewers, I have not found the shutter release on the MB-D10 to be any more sensitive than the one on the camera (I keep my camera in CH mode).
Pros: Minimal additional weight, very solid magnesium construction, very well designed battery compartment and release mechanism. Provides additional battery capacity, faster frames/sec., emergency AA battery functionality, vertical shutter release, and auxiliary controls.
Cons: Stupid expensive, neither the standard EN-EL3e nor the EN-EL4a battery is included, must remove the MB-D10 to access the camera battery.
Bottom line: Either your need for the MB-D10 justifies the cost or it doesn't. For $35 you can simply buy a second battery to carry. But if you need the flexibility of extended uninterrupted shooting, 8 frames per second speed, or simply prefer the additional grip area, this is a great accessory for your D300 or D700. I use it, love it, and have no regrets.