Nikon MB-D10 Multi Power Battery Pack for Nikon D300 & D700 Digital SLR Cameras (Retail Packaging) by Nikon
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Digital camera reviews of Nikon MB-D10 Multi Power Battery Pack for Nikon D300 & D700 Digital SLR Cameras (Retail Packaging)
Digital camera Review: Bottom line
Summary: 5 Stars
It will use your EN-El3e battery. If you end up not getting enough frames per second then go spent the money for the faster newest most expensive battery (don't forget another charger $$ - hum is the new charger backwards computable - oh dear need more ac outlets). Below is the doc. from Nikon, on this battery pack:
"MB-D10 Multi-Power Battery Pack for D300 includes MS-D10EN for use with EN-EL3e battery (sold separately), and MS-D10 for use with 8 AA batteries (not included; accepts 1.5 V LR-6 (Alkaline), Lithium (FR6), Ni-MH (HR6) or Ni-Mn (ZR6))"
Digital camera Review: D300 Second Battery
Summary: 5 Stars
Makes the D300 really heavy but its worth it. I also have a D40 for when I don't want to lug around the weight.Digital camera Review: D700 Grip
Summary: 4 Stars
This is the second one of these I have gotten as the first one was defective. This one has been great. It works as advertised and really helps with the balance of the camera with big glass installed.
I like the ability to use AA batteries for times when you may have issues with the Nikon batteries.
I would also like to note that the return to Amazon was outstanding. I did everything online and they even sent UPS to my house to pick up the defective product. You can have problems with anything, but finding a company that gives good service after the sale is a real plus.
Digital camera 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.
Digital camera Review: Excellent Accessory
Summary: 5 Stars
If you were to get an accessory for your d300 this would be it. Feels great and solid in your hands. It helps the over all balance with a long lens. I've been using the AA Enelopes batteries and have taken about 1000 actuations.