Nikon MB-D200 Multi-Power Battery Pack for the D200 Digital Camera (Retail Packaging) by Nikon
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Digital camera reviews of Nikon MB-D200 Multi-Power Battery Pack for the D200 Digital Camera (Retail Packaging)
Digital camera Review: Nikon MB 200 Battery Pack
Summary: 5 Stars
Like the unit very much, except for the cheap feel of the plastic thumb rotating knob to fasten it onto the camera. For the price, the housing should be a bit more substantial (could crack or break easily if dropped).Digital camera Review: Nikon MB-D200 - Functional but not the greatest
Summary: 3 Stars
I shoot a lot of portraits. Before I owned an F4 film camera, I had never had a camera that offered a vertical positioned shutter release. After shooting with that F4, I promised myself that any camera I used in the future would also have that option. That worked fine with the film bodies, F4, N90s, F100. But when I went digital with a D70, I was in for disappointment. There was no full featured battery pack for the D70. I had hoped the D200 would emulate the solid, ergonomic film camera packs or even the built in functionality of an F5 or a D2X.
Early on, I read complaints about the construction of the MB-D200, especially the battery locks. I also read about the poor ergonomics. But I really wanted a vertical release as well as the added battery capacity of the MB-D200. So I figured if worst came to worst, I could obtain the newer, heavier-duty battery locks from Nikon and replace them myself if they broke. So I got one.
The good news is that the battery capacity is great with two EN-EL3E batteries. Shooting vertically is very good as well. But the previous remarks about the reach from the vertical grip to the multi-selector being excessive are correct. If I want to change focus points, I have to support the camera with my left hand and place my index finger on the vertical shutter release in order to reach the multi-selector with my thumb.
This battery pack is not very substantial in its build quailty. It flexes a bit when mounted on the camera unlike any other Nikon battery pack I have used. Another thing to consider when looking at adding this pack is that it increase the overall height of the camera to over 7 inches. It gets bigger than a D2X.
While I love the vertical shutter release, I too have some concerns about the longevity of this product. I think is overpriced for what it actually is. But if you need a vertical grip, it does what it is supposed to do, just not as elegantly or solidly as many other Nikon battery packs.
Digital camera Review: Nikon MB-D200 Battery Pack
Summary: 5 Stars
Ever since my first purchase of my MB-D100 Battery Pack (for my Nikon D100 DSLR) I have made it a point to get one for every new DSLR that I purchased. I believe I even got one for my Nikon N65 film SLR way back when. I currently have a D100, D80 and a D200 and they are all equipped with the corresponding battery pack.
Let's face it, the D200 IS a battery hog! Maybe 650-700 shots per battery and less if you have auto preview on or preview each shot. With that in mind, the dual battery compartment makes this battery hog shoot forever! When I shoot weddings, I work all day and take nothing short of 10gb of photos and there is still juice in it when we leave... Impressive. I DO change my batteries half way through the day out of "principality" and
for more reliability but if you are in a pinch, you can just throw 6 AA batteries in the backup holster and slide that into the compartment. We all know AAs can be bought almost everywhere so you can ALWAYS shoot!
The most crucial part of this battery pack is the side shutter release button. No longer will you have to uncomfortably twist and turn your right hand to strenuous angles if you want to compose a vertical shot. When you turn your camera sideways, the extra shutter release button is right there where you are used to. When paired with the shutter and aperture command dials you are ready to go quickly and efficiently. Comfort factor is huge with this grip. The grip fits into your hand like a glove and is very sturdy and stable when mounted to the camera itself. I swear I could hold my camera with one well placed finger on that battery grip!
I did notice that my wife and co-photographer had a bit of trouble couping with the sheer weight of this camera + battery pack but after dealing with it and shooting, she quickly adjusted and now fell in love with the packs as well.
The other features on the grip are nice to have but not essential such as the AF lock and such... Well done Nikon!
Digital camera Review: Nikon MB-D200 Multi-Power Battery Pack
Summary: 5 Stars
This product was bought for my husband. It had been out of stock for a while in both local camera shops and on line. We had requested to be notified by Amazon as soon as it became available. Once we received an email indicating availability, we ordered it immediately. The notification of availability for an out of stock item is a great feature and I would definitely use that Amazon service again! Thank you...Digital camera Review: Nikon refuses to correct flaw in design
Summary: 3 Stars
The battery clips are prone to break.
It is a known problem for Nikon owners of the MB-D200 battery pack.
I have another unit that they refused to repair and it cost me $75 TO REPAIR. I belong to Nikonnian website and it's common knowledge that these tab clips break.
All the other manufacturers use a different system.
I wrote Nikon and they told me they would look into it.
I had no choice but to buy another one.