Canon EOS 90D battery grip (Canon BG-E14)

[kleinM95]

Recently, I bought a battery grip and I'd like to share my thoughts on it. I did't find lots of reviews here, so I created one.

Batterygrip (Canon BG-E14)

• Reason: I wanted a battery grip because I shoot lots of pictures in portrait format and I don't like the feeling at the wrist when rotating the camera.
• Research: So I started my research, what battery grip would be the best. At first it looked like a aftermarket battery grip would be the best choice, because I didn't want to spend 180€ on a new Canon battery grip.
• Reviews: Went on youtube and watched a few reviews/comparisons of battery grips. It looked like there was no real difference between a battery grip from Canon and an aftermarket grip. But then one reviewer mentioned that the grip from Canon has a core of magnesium (or a similar metal?) and also the mount for the tripod is made of magnesium. The aftermarket ones are made with plastic.

Batterygrip made of magnesium on the inside, not like the aftermarket grips which are made of plastic.

• Decision: So I choose to buy a used canon grip. Bought on ebay a used battery grip + LP-6N battery from 2019 for 100€. After a couple of days it arrived and I'm really happy with the condition of the grip. No scratches or marks, looks like brand new.
• Weight: The 90D itself isn't a small camera but with the grip it transforms to a tank. The weight increased to 1130 grams with the grip and two batteries inside.
• Handling: Now I can only hold it properly with both hands, because its so heavy. The battery grip is thicker than the camera grip and my hand rests even better in the battery grip. In portrait format I'm not able to reach the joystick, but the pad does the job in this case.
• Buttons: The buttons on the battery grip are working the same way as on the camera, but the feeling is a little bit different, especially at the trigger. It doesn't feel cheap, though.

The difference of the grips made visible with my hand. The batterygrip is very thick.

• Battery life: The battery life of each battery is listed separately in the settings, so you're able to determine if a battery needs reacharging.

I'm really happy with the grip. It feels premium, and like it belongs to the camera.

Here are a few pictures of the 90D with the battery grip attached:








View from the top. Here you can see the profile of the battery grip and how much thicker it is, compared to the rest of the camera.

Hope you liked the review!

 

[Sue Anne Rush]

Hello...

Excellent review...

Thank you for sharing.

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[PhotosFlight]

I am totally sold on battery grips. I get them for every camera now. I got one for the R6 primarily for ergonomics as the camera is just a little bit too small for me. But the added battery life is a big benefit.

I think your approach was smart. I purchased the one for the R6 brand new but the rest are Canon but purchased used. The one for the 7D MII was a bargain at $100 US and it was in the original box and looked like it had never been used. I think it may have been surplus stock.

 

[The_WB]

Thanks for posting. I always wondered about build quality of Canon grips and aftermarket grips. Your battery slot photo finally put my curiosity to bed.

Canon grips all the way, even for the additional funds needed. First class/top shelf quality is worth the price.