Canon LP-E6 Battery Pack for Select Canon Digital SLR Cameras (Retail Package)
Product Details
- Item Weight: 3.2 ounces
- Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
- Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
- ASIN: B001KELVS0
- Item model number: LP-E6
By : Canon
Price : $67.00
You Save : $33.00 (33%)
Product Description
This Canon LP-E6 Lithium-Ion Digital Camera Battery (1800 mAh) for you to keep as a reliable extra power source for your digital device. Keep the extra battery handy for use and never miss a photo opportunity or any moment you want to take picture. Battery is guaranteed to work as well as your original battery. FEATURES: High Capacity replacement Lithium-Ion Battery Rated at 1800 mAh To meet the original equipment manufacturers specifications Standard reliable rechargeable and long-lasting battery for you to keep as an extra power source handy SPECIFICATIONS: Output Voltage: 7.4 VBattery Type: Internal battery Battery Capacity: 1800 mAh IMPORTANT NOTE: Photo-shooting and picture playback times with this battery may vary depending on user habits, camera settings, LCD monitor on/off, features activated, shooting environment, ambient temperature and other factors. Compatible With Canon EOS 60D EOS 7D EOS 5D Mark II.
Technical Details
- Canon Branded Retail Package
Customer Reviews
In addition to the one that came with the 5D Mark II, I also bought a separate one to fill the second bay in the BG-E6 Vertical Grip.
My initial experience with the battery was less than stellar -- if you are currently disappointed with the battery capacity (especially if it's new), hear me out.
After the first charge out of the box, the single battery lasted about a day with maybe 100 RAW shots and a couple of minutes worth of 1080p video. VERY disappointing to say the least. But here's the thing -- it really needs to go through a couple of full cycles (full discharge, full charge) before it reaches its peak capability.
At the time of my last charge, I had shot well over 2700 RAW frames on two batteries -- and both of those batteries each reported 60% charge remaining at that point.
Which brings me to the reporting features. If you are buying this as a second battery, then you are probably already aware of this, but the battery will report its charge level (with a 1% resolution), battery recharge performance, and number of shutter actuations since last charge. The 5D Mark II can then display this information on its Battery Info screen.
With two LP-E6's installed (via the BG-E6 Vertical Grip), the 5D Mark II will register both of the batteries and list their statistics simultaneously in the Battery Info screen. The Shutter Count numbers even operate independently. For example, after a long day of shooting (over 1500 frames), the Battery Info screen told me that Battery 1 was responsible for 806 frames, while Battery 2 was responsible for 746 frames. At this point, the batteries still showed a 78% charge on each one.
Also notable is the fact that the number of shutter actuations for each battery does NOT reset when the battery is removed. Its actuation count is saved, and if you later reinsert the battery (without charging it), the count will still be accurate for that battery. Once you charge the battery, the count is reset.
Finally, as a word of warning: At the time of this review (Jan 20, 2009), the battery prices are ridiculous. Because of high demand, apparently some sellers feel justified in gouging their customers. The current price listed as of this writing is nearly US$200. I bought my second battery before demand went through the roof, and I paid less than US$90 from a reputable Canon dealer. Keep that in mind when deciding where to purchase.
The RATING is for the PRODUCT.
The RATING is for the PRODUCT.
The RATING is for the PRODUCT.
Why do you give the battery 1 star because third party sellers overcharge? The battery happens to be EXCELLENT (hence, the 5 stars), but the ratings don't show it because we all have to whine and complain about other stores' prices. Incredible.
OK, revelation for the day: YOU DON'T HAVE TO BUY IT HERE. WOW! What a concept! I would think that was obvious.
If you are really, really frustrated by third-party stores overcharging (or Amazon for that fact), email Amazon and tell them. I have for other things and they respond very quickly. Let's channel the right info where it belongs.
Canon LP-E6 Battery Pack for Select Canon Digital SLR Cameras (Retail Package)
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