Does Canon Make One Of These??

[Scott Sanders]

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh1.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=ProductActivator__Aproductlist_html___146171___NISD8A___REG___CatID=0___SID=F3554127BD0___call=acc#goto_accessories

A friend of mine who shoots with a Nikon had one of thses battery packs and i really like it cause you can your NiMH batteries with it. I found a Canon one at B&H but it take 6 "C" size batteries which to me would seem a bit heavy.
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Scott A Sanders

 

[Duane Kilby]

Like this?:

The CP-E2 is a modified version of the original Compact Battery Pack E. This new version accepts "AA" size lithium batteries, as well as standard "AA" alkalines and rechargeable NiCd's.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh1.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=ProductActivator__Aproductlist_html___164265___CACPE2___REG___SID=F3555C3C632

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh1.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=ProductActivator__Aproductlist_html___146171___NISD8A___REG___CatID=0___SID=F3554127BD0___call=acc#goto_accessories

A friend of mine who shoots with a Nikon had one of thses battery
packs and i really like it cause you can your NiMH batteries with
it. I found a Canon one at B&H but it take 6 "C" size batteries
which to me would seem a bit heavy.
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Scott A Sanders

 

[Scott Sanders]

Thanks Duane. I couldnt find it earlier.

The CP-E2 is a modified version of the original Compact Battery
Pack E. This new version accepts "AA" size lithium batteries, as
well as standard "AA" alkalines and rechargeable NiCd's.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh1.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=ProductActivator__Aproductlist_html___164265___CACPE2___REG___SID=F3555C3C632

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh1.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=ProductActivator__Aproductlist_html___146171___NISD8A___REG___CatID=0___SID=F3554127BD0___call=acc#goto_accessories

A friend of mine who shoots with a Nikon had one of thses battery
packs and i really like it cause you can your NiMH batteries with
it. I found a Canon one at B&H but it take 6 "C" size batteries
which to me would seem a bit heavy.
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Scott A Sanders

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Scott A Sanders

 

[Rune Moberg]

Where does the CP-E2 go? Belt clip? In a pocket? Bag?

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Rune, http://runesbike.com/

 

[LRader]

Where does the CP-E2 go? Belt clip? In a pocket? Bag?

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Rune, http://runesbike.com/

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lrader

Either one of above plus it also attaches to the underside of camera with 1/4" thumb screw.

 

[michael martin morgan]

Where does the CP-E2 go? Belt clip? In a pocket? Bag?

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Rune, http://runesbike.com/

Rune,

Click on the link, it might help you to see a picture of it (?).

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh1.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=ProductActivator__Aproductlist_html___164265___CACPE2___REG___SID=F3557233790

ATB,
m.

 

[Guillermo Shashte]

Like this?:

The CP-E2 is a modified version of the original Compact Battery
Pack E. This new version accepts "AA" size lithium batteries, as
well as standard "AA" alkalines and rechargeable NiCd's.

The only reason I would get one is if you get better flash recycling but then why not this one:

http://www.adoramacamera.com/catalog.tpl?op=details&sid=104129919228288139&sku=SUTR2000

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G. Shashte

 

[Rune Moberg]

The only reason I would get one is if you get better flash
recycling but then why not this one:

I believe the battery packs will improve recycle time:
http://photonotes.org/articles/eos-flash/index3.html#batterypacks

"These packs have two basic functions - they speed up the flash’s recycle time between shots to a second or two"

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Rune, http://runesbike.com/

 

[Rune Moberg]

Either one of above plus it also attaches to the underside of
camera with 1/4" thumb screw.

Ah, that's good to know!

I've been thinking of getting a battery pack (need better recycling time), but I will probably try to find a ST-E2 first.

Hmm, 100-400L mounted on a D60 with battery grip + the CP-E2 battery pack... I need to work out at the gym more!

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Rune, http://runesbike.com/

 

[Scott Sanders]

Guillermo,

The reason i would want the CP-E2 over Sunpak battery back is for one cost. The Sunpak is $300 and the CP-E2 is $120. I can use my NiMH AA batteries which i already have lots of. And the Sunpak is NiCd and will create a memory so not quiet as good as NiMH batteries. And last when the battries go bad all i have to do is buy new battries @ $2 each compared to a new battery pack @ $300

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Scott A Sanders

 

[Wilbert Chan]

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh3.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=ProductActivator__Aproductlist_html___13061___CATPE___REG___CatID=4675___SID=F357FCC86F0

I've modified this pack by using 4 Sony Li Ion cells #26650 3000mah in pararel & then in serial connect to the pack by alligator clips. Recycling time for the 550ex in auto mode should be around 1 second or less. Sychro with my 1d & 1v in high burst rate of about 3 to 4. The TPE pack is a high voltage whilst the CPE2 is low voltage pack.

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WilbertC

 

[Scott Sanders]

Wilbert,

I first looked at this battery pack but thought it would to heavy with the "C" batteries. How have is it and does it seem to heavy to carry around??

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh3.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=ProductActivator__Aproductlist_html___13061___CATPE___REG___CatID=4675___SID=F357FCC86F0

I've modified this pack by using 4 Sony Li Ion cells #26650
3000mah in pararel & then in serial connect to the pack by
alligator clips. Recycling time for the 550ex in auto mode should
be around 1 second or less. Sychro with my 1d & 1v in high burst
rate of about 3 to 4. The TPE pack is a high voltage whilst the
CPE2 is low voltage pack.

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WilbertC

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Scott A Sanders

 

[William Icquatu Jr.]

digitalcamerabattery.com

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh1.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=ProductActivator__Aproductlist_html___146171___NISD8A___REG___CatID=0___SID=F3554127BD0___call=acc#goto_accessories

A friend of mine who shoots with a Nikon had one of thses battery
packs and i really like it cause you can your NiMH batteries with
it. I found a Canon one at B&H but it take 6 "C" size batteries
which to me would seem a bit heavy.
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Scott A Sanders

 

[BillG31]

I've had the Canon Transistor Pack E for a number of years along with the NiCd pack E and the Charger TP. The battery pack contains 6 sub-C batteries soldered in series. Over the years, some of the cells have gone bad and I have replaced them with some I bought at Radio Shack. This is a high voltage pack and recycles the 550EX in about 1 sec. with a fully charged pack. It is not too large and not too heavy. It is comfortably worn over the shoulder with the supplied strap. I don't think this battery pack is a very attractive proposal with the battery pack that accepts 6 C-cells and was quite expensive with the NiCd pack and charger.

The CP-E2 is much smaller and cheaper and can accomodate the newer NiMH AA cells, which are more powerful than Nicads and will recyle your flash in about 2 sec.

There are other alternatives such as the Quantum battery packs, etc. The new Sunpack is attractive but expensive.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh1.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=ProductActivator__Aproductlist_html___146171___NISD8A___REG___CatID=0___SID=F3554127BD0___call=acc#goto_accessories

A friend of mine who shoots with a Nikon had one of thses battery
packs and i really like it cause you can your NiMH batteries with
it. I found a Canon one at B&H but it take 6 "C" size batteries
which to me would seem a bit heavy.
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Scott A Sanders

 

[Scott Sanders]

William,

The main reason why not to use the Digital Camera Battery is cost. 30 watt battery is $245 + $195 for cable + $ 40 for carrying case = $480. The Canon CP-E2 is $120 and uses 6 AA NiMH battries ($2 each) which you can replace when the cells go bad. With the Digital Camera Battery you would have to spend $250 on a new battery.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh1.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=ProductActivator__Aproductlist_html___146171___NISD8A___REG___CatID=0___SID=F3554127BD0___call=acc#goto_accessories

A friend of mine who shoots with a Nikon had one of thses battery
packs and i really like it cause you can your NiMH batteries with
it. I found a Canon one at B&H but it take 6 "C" size batteries
which to me would seem a bit heavy.
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Scott A Sanders

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Scott A Sanders

 

[Wilbert Chan]

Scott:

If you replace the "C" size batteries like I did, it's very light weight with 4pcs #26650 Li Ion batteries. I've the Turbo Z as well cost me $400 maybe recycling a bit faster tho. I should say for the performance, cost & weight the TPE is hard to beat with 6000mah batteries power.

Wilbert

I first looked at this battery pack but thought it would to heavy
with the "C" batteries. How have is it and does it seem to heavy
to carry around??

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh3.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=ProductActivator__Aproductlist_html___13061___CATPE___REG___CatID=4675___SID=F357FCC86F0

I've modified this pack by using 4 Sony Li Ion cells #26650
3000mah in pararel & then in serial connect to the pack by
alligator clips. Recycling time for the 550ex in auto mode should
be around 1 second or less. Sychro with my 1d & 1v in high burst
rate of about 3 to 4. The TPE pack is a high voltage whilst the
CPE2 is low voltage pack.

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WilbertC

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Scott A Sanders

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WilbertC

 

[Scott Sanders]

Wilbert,

Will the TPE take NiMH "C" batteries. If so it might be worth a closer look. Do you have a pic of your TPE to show what you did??

Thanks

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Scott A Sanders

 

[Wilbert Chan]

Wilbert,

Will the TPE take NiMH "C" batteries. If so it might be worth a
closer look. Do you have a pic of your TPE to show what you did??

Thanks

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Scott A Sanders

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Of course you can use any "C" size batteries in the magazine supplied. But I noticed the recycling time not as fast as I like. So I came up the idea of modifying the pack to suit my needs. Sure I can send you the pic with the setup if I can have your email address.

Wilbert

 

[pietg]

The Canon CP-E2 is $120 and uses 6 AA NiMH battries ($2
each) which you can replace when the cells go bad. With the
Digital Camera Battery you would have to spend $250 on a new
battery.

In the DCB you can also replace the cells. You don't have to buy a complete new one. ($75,-)

Kind regards,
Piet

http://www.totaaldigitaal.nl