Everything you want to know about aftermarket batteries for Canon DSLR's

[felix21685]

-Updated with more accurate info/ battery types

So you want to buy batteries for your Canon DSLR ? :cool:
don’t want to spend 50+ bucks a pop for the Canon ones ?

read on, by the way pictures are at the bottom of the post.

I researched this subject quite a bit earlier on as well since I can't afford another $1000 dollar camera I wanted to be 100% sure they wouldn't mess up my nice new camera. :rolleyes: First of all I’m talking mainly about the batteries from Sterlingtek. Another important thing you should know is that mah stands for milliamp hours. The larger this is the longer it will last in your Camera.
My camera is the Rebel XT which takes NB 2LH batteries, but many users on this forum have bought bp-511's from them which fit the DRebel,20D,10D,D30,D60

NB2L or NB2LH ?:
One thing about Sterlingtek is that the nb2lh that canon makes is their nb2l. Canon’s NB2L is 570mah and their NB2LH is 720 (H stands for high capacity). Sterlingtek's are called NB2L but really should be called NB2LH.

1100mah vs 1500mah and 7.2v vs 7.4v :
on their website the batteries claim to say "7.2V Li-Ion 1100mAh"
the ones I received and I believe all other POTN users have received are labeled 7.4v just like the OEM Canon's and they aren’t 1100mah they are 1500mah (better for us J) besides when the battery is fully charged it will show well over 8v..and when it is drained it shows around 7.4. I would personally never allow a single cell lithium battery to get below 7.4v..
In the picture you can see the voltmeter with the battery fully charged and then when the battery is discharged (Note: the battery wasn’t fully drained when I took it out of the camera, if it was, I believe it would be close to 7.4v)

As some, at first i was skeptical of getting after-market batteries. To add another layer of "piece of mind" I use a battery grip. My hands are large anyways and the grip helps a lot with a small camera such as the XT. I know there are aftermarket grips available, but i happen to own a canon one and love it.

Price:
Now price… you can go to their site directly and order BUT, you can get the same price through amazon, and i find amazon keeps even their third party sellers to a higher level of customer service, returns etc.

Now, if we could only find a place that sells the little battery covers that Canon sends you with theirs we’d be all set.

Links follow this format:

Camera
Sterlingtek Battery Link
Canon OEM Battery Link
Battery Grip

Rebel XT (http://amzn.to/jQj6qD)/XTi (http://amzn.to/jNzNxV)
NB-2LH Sterlingtek (http://amzn.to/gmstn3)
NB-2LH Canon (http://amzn.to/gGFKyC)
Canon BG-E3 Battery Grip (http://amzn.to/dP0p71)

Rebel XS
LP-E5 Sterlingtek (http://amzn.to/eA5IxQ)
LP-E5 Canon (http://amzn.to/eVAzlh)
Canon BG-E5 Battery Grip (http://amzn.to/hg5Ugo)

Rebel XSI
LP-E5 Sterlingtek (http://amzn.to/eA5IxQ)
LP-E5 Canon (http://amzn.to/eVAzlh)
Canon BG-E5 Battery Grip (http://amzn.to/hg5Ugo)

Rebel T1i
LP-E5 Sterlingtek (http://amzn.to/eA5IxQ)
LP-E5 Canon (http://amzn.to/eVAzlh)
Canon BG-E5 Battery Grip (http://amzn.to/hg5Ugo)

Rebel T2i, T3i
LP-E8 Sterlingtek (http://amzn.to/h8VzBS)
LP-E8 Canon (http://amzn.to/hYwdwq)
Canon BG-E8 Battery Grip (http://amzn.to/dJU3cE)

Rebel T3
LP-E10 Sterlingtek not yet avail. (http://amzn.to/twA6xa)
LP-E10 Canon (http://amzn.to/twA6xa)

20D, 30D, 40D, 50D
BP-511A Sterlingtek (http://amzn.to/hFqcaA)
BP-511A Canon (http://amzn.to/fpTsW6)
Canon BG-E2N Battery Grip (http://amzn.to/fcmkio)

60D
LP-E6 Sterlingtek (http://amzn.to/hzd1QB)
LP-E6 Canon (http://amzn.to/hb3zVc)
Canon BG-E9 Battery Grip (http://amzn.to/gHDoBV)

7D
LP-E6 Sterlingtek (http://amzn.to/hzd1QB)
LP-E6 Canon (http://amzn.to/hb3zVc)
Canon BG-E7 Battery Grip (http://amzn.to/hjpkxT)

5D MkII
LP-E6 Sterlingtek (http://amzn.to/hzd1QB)
LP-E6 Canon (http://amzn.to/hb3zVc)
Canon BG-E6 Battery Grip (http://amzn.to/eAsltX)

1D MkIII (no sterlingtek version available)
LP-E4 Aftermarket (http://amzn.to/hpiMnb) (verified working by fellow POTN member)
LP-E4 Canon (http://amzn.to/fRsUfb)

1D MkIV (no sterlingtek version available)
LP-E4 Aftermarket (http://amzn.to/hpiMnb) (verified working by fellow POTN member)
LP-E4 Canon (http://amzn.to/fRsUfb)

1Ds MkIII (no sterlingtek version available)
LP-E4 Aftermarket (http://amzn.to/hpiMnb) (verified working by fellow POTN member)
LP-E4 Canon (http://amzn.to/fRsUfb)

http://sterlingtek.com/ (http://sterlingtek.com)


(i know there are other brands of aftermarket batteries. I have personally only used OEM Canon batteries and Sterlingtek batteries. I included links for both.)

Now please read this part carefully!

I personally don't charge batteries unattended. This advice i got from my RC Airplane days. Lithium cells can be more temperamental if overcharged,etc. Keep them away from flammables, kids, dogs while charging.

If you take care of your gear and dispose of cells after they start losing charge chances are very good that nothing will ever happen. For your enjoyment here's what happens when you purposefully overcharge a Lithium polymer battery. Note this was a large battery used for RC purposes, manually overcharged on purpose, Fast Forward to 32 seconds.
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=3690260570423705609#

[lostdoggy]

Man you scare me. I thought I was giving out wrong info!!!

Sorry to hear that you didn't get the covers. I have the Old Rebel and it takes the BP-511.
Thanx for the info on the NB2LH, I use it for my DVCam.

[cmosdos]

I have 3 on the way... Thanks!

[felix21685]

cmosdos..no problem man, when i was looking for batteries i wish i coulda had all this info in one simple post so..i wrote it up and CDS made it a sticky..
its nice to get them for 10 bucks a piece huh :)?

[triangle]

I bought 6 of these, to get the free shipping. It would have been about the same cost as paying shipping. Sold one to a friend and have the others in my bag. I have never had a problem with them, highly recommend. Also, I recieved them very fast after placing my order.

[felix21685]

great deal arent they :) ? i love mine thats for sure.
gonna take alot of shots in the next 2 weeks..and im sure i wont run out of batteries..:)

[antibt]

I bought two BP-511 from ebay for my d rebel and they work fine.The pack was quite impressive with a guide etc.Travelled from HongKong.

:lol: :lol: :lol:

[spinario]

Felix,

Thanks for the post. I found it to be invaluable. I am leaving for Kilimanjaro in two weeks and was in the market to get a couple of extra batteries for my Canon Rebel XT. You saved me a hundred bucks.

Thanks again!

[MadMesh]

Id get 3rd party batterys, but i would only use them inside the battery grip. WHY?

Just incaise it leaked, i dont want it to damage the inside of my camera housing.

[felix21685]

i was thinking the same thing..until i couldnt afford the grip :)
ive used the sterlingtek batteries in my camera for a while now and others have also
and i dont remember one person saying anything about damaging the camera..
but your right once i get a grip :) ill leave them in there..

[lancea]

EastGear is also selling replacement batteries. The one I've just got for my 20D is in an EastGear pack but is labelled "Camera Devices CP-BP511A 7.4V 1800mAh". I put it in my shopping cart from http://www.eastgear.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=29_35&products_id=85, so not exactly as depicted, but otherwise good. True the price is higher than Sterlingtek, but if you're ordering something else from EastGear anyway you'll save on shipping. Delivery was 3 days from Singapore to New Zealand.

[felix21685]

i like sterlingtek because i live in AZ and they are next door in NM..
and USPS shipping didnt take long..
i guess if u live in NZ its a different story :)

[tim]

EastGear is also selling replacement batteries. The one I've just got for my 20D is in an EastGear pack but is labelled "Camera Devices CP-BP511A 7.4V 1800mAh". I put it in my shopping cart from http://www.eastgear.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=29_35&products_id=85, so not exactly as depicted, but otherwise good. True the price is higher than Sterlingtek, but if you're ordering something else from EastGear anyway you'll save on shipping. Delivery was 3 days from Singapore to New Zealand.

Interesting link - 3 days delivery is handy, but the batteries cost a little more than sterlingtek - $18.15 c.f. $11.99. Sterlingtek take about 4 weeks to deliver to NZ if you pay for standard international shipping, less if you pay for express.

I'll need some more batteries before long, i'll probably order from Sterlingtek.

[Mitcon]

The NB2-L batteries I bought from Eforcity (in the US) on ebay cost me about $10 each I think from memoery postage included. The batteries were like $1.40 US from memory and the rest was P&H. Took about 6-7 days to get to me in Australia.

[Rob r]

Update: I purchased 3 of the 511's for my Drebel back in March of 2004. They all still work great. I use them in my Rebel and now my canon DV. I have used them in the grip and camera and dv and left them unused for months at a time with no issues whatsoever.

FWIW.

rob

[Marshall]

Note that the free shipping with Sterlingtek, for orders over $60, applies to U.S only.

[Marshall]

Just received my 4 Sterlingtek batteries for 20D.Took10 days for delivery U.K.Total cost £32.09 inc.postage.These are made in China & are 1800 mah. Good service & good value, even better in the U.S @ $11.99 ea. & post free over $60.

[Transonic]

Yeah you scared me too. Two 1800mAh BP-511's just arrived yesterday. I never had a problem using aftermarket batteries on my Nikon D70 so I guess I shouldn't have to worry about them on my 20D. btw, they were only $26 for both.

[mikediamo]

i found on ebay after market battery thats 1000mah has 5 yr warranty and has the covers for the battery i payed 10.99 on ebay for them

[tim]

i found on ebay after market battery thats 1000mah has 5 yr warranty and has the covers for the battery i payed 10.99 on ebay for them

1000mah is very low.

[mikediamo]

isn't the stock battery 750 mah

[tim]

My 20D came with a BP511A which I think is 1390MAH. My batteries from SterlingTek.com are 1800mah.

[Poco]

The Rebel XT comes with a 720 mAh battery. I recently bought some 1000 mAh batteries on eBay from everydaysource for $1.49 each. Even after shipping the total price for two came to under $14 US. Sure it's not 1800mAh, but it beats paying $89 Canadian for Canon.

[tim]

The Rebel XT comes with a 720 mAh battery. I recently bought some 1000 mAh batteries on eBay from everydaysource for $1.49 each. Even after shipping the total price for two came to under $14 US. Sure it's not 1800mAh, but it beats paying $89 Canadian for Canon.

Ah. The XT is the odd one out, unless someone specified it i'd assume it was the BP511 series that the other prosumer cameras use.

[chrishunt]

I'm interested in getting some extra batteries for my 20d, so I checked out SterlingTec.

I noticed two different types of BP-511 batteries.

BP-511
http://www.sterlingtek.com/ln03-canon-bp-511-dlc511.html

BP-511A
http://www.sterlingtek.com/cabpbapaeq.html

I see that both have 1800 mAh and are the same price, so what is the differance? Looking at the pdf manual for the 20d I see that it is suppose to come with the BP-511A battery. Which battery should I purchase?

[tim]

I would bet that those are the same battery. The "A" represents a high capacity battery that shipped with the 20D, AFAIk that's the only difference betwen 511 and 511A - capacity.

[chrishunt]

I would bet that those are the same battery. The "A" represents a high capacity battery that shipped with the 20D, AFAIk that's the only difference betwen 511 and 511A - capacity.

Thanks. I thought that might be the case. I just thought it was weird that they would have two listings for the same battery, and have the same power outage. I guess in this case, A is not for high capacity since both have the same capacity. I'll probably grab the 511 just because it feels safer :)

[tim]

I bet that's so more people find them on search engines.

[nmc]

Just received my 4 Sterlingtek batteries for 20D.Took10 days for delivery U.K.Total cost £32.09 inc.postage.These are made in China & are 1800 mah. Good service & good value, even better in the U.S @ $11.99 ea. & post free over $60.

Did you have any problems with customs when receiving the batteries? if so, how much did you have to pay? (I live in Denmark, so the same regulations would apply to me)

Thanks, Niels.

[munchy]

Hey hey,

Just noticed this thread. I am also looking to buy some extra canon (or canon-ish) batteries, coincidently for a trip to Mount Kilimanjaro. 4 spare batteries for £32 sounds like a bargain.

Have any of you had any problems with these sterlingtek batteries? Trying to make my mind up between spending £45 on canon batteries or go the third party route.

TIA, munchy

[chrishunt]

Have any of you had any problems with these sterlingtek batteries? Trying to make my mind up between spending £45 on canon batteries or go the third party route.

I've had no problems at all. I bought two of them when I first got my camera and haven't even had the chance to try my 'stock' battery that came with the camera because these are in the grip 100% of the time.

[tim]

Sterlingtek batteries are excellent, i've never had a problem with them.

[Mitcon]

I've not got Sterlingtek batteries but know many folks who have and none have had any issues, I got mine from Eforcity on Ebay dirt cheap also and have had no problems either.

[munchy]

Excellent - thanks for the feedback. I shall try ordering some from 'over the pond' later.

[cking2]

Over on Ebay I saw this:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7578682649&ssPageName=MERCOSI_VI_ROSI_PR4_PCN_BIX

Do you think they are the real deal? That would work out to $14.99 for the first battery and 12.99 for each additional battery. They do look like the OEM.

Rick

[tim]

Over on Ebay I saw this:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7578682649&ssPageName=MERCOSI_VI_ROSI_PR4_PCN_BIX

Do you think they are the real deal? That would work out to $14.99 for the first battery and 12.99 for each additional battery. They do look like the OEM.

Rick

They're OEM. Why risk using an unknown seller on ebay when so many people report sterlingtek to be excellent? Saving $5 or whatever isn't worth the risk to me, even though the risk isn't high. Sterlingtek batteries are marked at a higher capacity too - 1800 instead of 1400.

[cking2]

You are right....bought six sterlingtek batteries...free shipping to boot.

Rick

[cking2]

Must say I am impressed with Sterlingtek...got my batteries today and if they perform as good as they look then all is well.

Rick

[felix21685]

mine have performed as good as they look :)
pop two of those into the battery grip and they go for a while :)

[harryb49]

I would not worry about damage to your camera. The web site for Sterling Tek had the following information:

Generic - 3rd Party NB-2LH Lithium-Ion Battery (7.4v 720mAh) for Canon Digital Cameras
Manufacturer: Canon - Part Number: 9612A001

Note that it appears that Canon is manuacturing the batteries.

[tim]

I would not worry about damage to your camera. The web site for Sterling Tek had the following information:

Generic - 3rd Party NB-2LH Lithium-Ion Battery (7.4v 720mAh) for Canon Digital Cameras
Manufacturer: Canon - Part Number: 9612A001

Note that it appears that Canon is manuacturing the batteries.

I believe Canon buys batteries from a supplier rather than manufacturing them themselves.

[SuzyView]

I just got 2 for my 10D and 20D. They seem very able batteries. I purchased a Maxell battery from WalMart or some other store and have used it, but it isn't nearly as dependable. I think I will order from Sterlingtek again if these run out (which I doubt in the next 5 years).

SuzyView

[munchy]

Hi all,

Just to let you know I received my 4 batteries today (ordered on the 9th Jan, received 18th). Got charged £32, that's P+P and currency conversion included. Extremely good service, would recommend to overseas customers wholeheartedly.

The first battery is chargin' now! Will let you all know how I get on.

Cheers, Andy

update: Batteries have been working flawlessly. Even took 4 of them up Kilimanjaro and they still provided me with plenty of juice to get some piccies at the top (after 7 days!)

[R Hardman]

Ordered 4 with a cf case to put me in the free shipping. ;)


Update: Got them next day! Charged well and will test them out this weekend.

Update: Work very well. Used two in the battery grip and they lasted all day.

[fetching]

dumb question: the sterlingtek batteries will charge in my canon charger, correct?

[tim]

dumb question: the sterlingtek batteries will charge in my canon charger, correct?

Correct.

[chrishunt]

dumb question: the sterlingtek batteries will charge in my canon charger, correct?

Yes! In fact, in my experience they charge a lot better in the canon charger than they do in the sterlingtek charger. My sterlingtek charger is horrible, so I never use it.

EDIT: Oops...didn't see tim's response on the next page!

[Ballen Photo]

Another vote for Sterlingtek. I've been using their batteries for a couple years now with very good results. Their service is superb. I ordered a couple more of their 1800 mah BP511's on March 1st 06 in the PM, and they were in my mailbox today, March 4th.
At $11.99 each through their site, they're tough to beat. :D
-Bruce

[tim]

Out of a dozen or so batteries i've gotten from them only one has gone bad - it just doesn't take or hold a charge. I'm waiting for them to get back to me about a replacement, their email wasn't working for a week or two recently, it was bouncing all their emails.

[sammo]

I'm looking for a second battery and see that the 350D will take either the BP-511 or BP-512 - any views on the differences between them? I can't find any tecnical info on this....
Cheers,
Ian

[felix21685]

Ian,

the BP-511 fits the 20D..
not the 350D

the 350D takes NB2LH or NB2L

hope that helps

[sammo]

Felix,

Thanks - I was investigating batteries for both the 350D and 20D... but put the wrong body in my text! :o
I'm confused though about the different batteries - looking at the info I can find, they appear to have similar outputs available. I presume Cannon have given differnet models/specs for differing purposes - but what are they!

I'm sure it's simple really?

Thanks again,
Ian

[felix21685]

for the 20D i would just stick with the BP-511 myself..
and the NB2LH for the 350D

canons batteryes are NB2L and sterlingtek's are NB2LH

[symon]

Note that the free shipping with Sterlingtek, for orders over $60, applies to U.S only.
I don't see the option for free shipping for over $60 orders, just: USPS First-Class Mail
$14.94

and FedEx options.

[sqjaw]

Be advised I am a shopper and I found
batterys for my EOS 20D at [eaglecool.com]

I paid 12.95 each I got four of them and I have had no problems sent two to my son for his
rebel 300 ,have had no complaints from yet

It does not kill one to look at things or places
and obtain information!:)

[Tandem]

You can get a two pack of BP-511's for 22.98...

http://store.yahoo.com/sterlingtek/twocabp18bap.html

I bought 3 two-packs for $68.94 with free shipping.

Bill

[wicksy]

I got a spare battery for my 300d from 7 day shop its unbranded, I have been using for 6months so far, and cannot tell any difference between it and the canon original. (sorry not a very scientific test!) They are now selling 2 for £9.99 so plan to go back and get a couple more. THe only down side is that they don't come with the plastic clip cover that prevents shorting - anyone know a cheap source for these? This is the link if you want to check it out, they have planty of other batteries at silly prices. http://www.7dayshop.com/catalog/default.php?cat=3&type=3030&man=0&filterwords=&go=SEARCH&comp=
Wicksy

[danster]

Like Sammo, I too am confused about the BP-511A and BP-512. Is there a difference or a preference for the 30D?

[tim]

Just buy BP-511A batteries from sterlingtek.com.

[Jon]

The BP-512 is a BP-511 equivalent. The BP-514 is a BP-511A equivalent. The difference between the BP-511/511A and the BP-512/514 is that the BP-512/514 were made for use with Canon's video cameras, so don't have the channel down the outside back; rather they're straight across there for a smoother look. This is because the video cameras have the battery exposed (they make higher-capacity batteries that are bigger, so an enclosed battery compartment wouldn't work). Functionally, they're identical to their counterparts, except earlier Canon DSLRs (D30, D60) can't take the BP-512/514 - the battery compartment has a lip that conforms to the BP-511/511A channel.

[2001storm]

Can any one tell me what battery I would need to order for my Canon 20d I'm at work and don't have my camera with me. Thanks!!

[Jon]

BP-511 or BP-511A, or their 3rd-party equivalents.

[danster]

The BP-512 is a BP-511 equivalent. The BP-514 is a BP-511A equivalent. The difference between the BP-511/511A and the BP-512/514 is that the BP-512/514 were made for use with Canon's video cameras, so don't have the channel down the outside back; rather they're straight across there for a smoother look. This is because the video cameras have the battery exposed (they make higher-capacity batteries that are bigger, so an enclosed battery compartment wouldn't work). Functionally, they're identical to their counterparts, except earlier Canon DSLRs (D30, D60) can't take the BP-512/514 - the battery compartment has a lip that conforms to the BP-511/511A channel.


Thanks for that Jon! Gonna get me some 511A soon from Sterlingtek.

[Carli]

I had a quick question and maybe it was covered in the thread somewhere, but can you still use your cannon battery charger with the sterlingtek batteries? Or do you need to buy a specific charger?

[Tandem]

I have two different model chargers from my 300D and 5D purchases. They both work fine with the Sterlingtek batteries.

[felix21685]

the canon charger works fine

[CYRILLO]

Felix,

with so many models/numbers that were mentioned in this furom, what is the best battery model for EOS Digital Rebel XT. Would be glad if you could give me a link. Thank you so much!!!

[felix21685]

NB2LH is the best..from sterlingtek.com

http://sterlingtek.com/canbeqba80.html

i got mine through pricegrabber.com a year ago and i could get them cheaper than sterlingtek's site..its all the same batteries.

[WahooWolfe]

Thanks Felix for the info. I just ordered two..........

[felix21685]

no problem.

welcome to the forum :)

When I first joined i wished they had a battery info page so I just made one and one of the moderators made it a sticky

[stebo]

The “generics” are such a bargain compared to OEMs it not worth mentioning but strictly speaking the Sterlingtek LN63 is your best value. It 35% better value than the ST65 (taking maH and S/H into account) and you get the extra 100maH. Individually available at pricegrabber only. By the way the ACD-239 works out to be 25% better deal than the ST65

http://www.pricegrabber.com/user_sales_getprod.php?masterid=4180635&lot_id=888676 (http://www.pricegrabber.com/user_sales_getprod.php?masterid=4180635&lot_id=888676)

[RyanD]

Anyone have any idea of what kind of duties to expect on two BP-511's coming into Canada from Sterlingtek?

Thanks

Ryan

[Canonman47]

I use a photoshop that doesn't stock Canons original lithiumcells, but sells Hähnel batteries instead. Price is the same, but these are much more powerful 1500mah/7.4V. They go into my camera.

[Quad]

Anyone have any idea of what kind of duties to expect on two BP-511's coming into Canada from Sterlingtek?

Thanks

Ryan

I was charged nothing and no sales tax either.

[michael_]

i purchased 4 sterlingtek for my 30D and they are amazing, i have taken well over 2000 shots, downloaded them to my PC 20 times and still the battery indicator reads full, i have heard though that the indicator will drop quite suddenly, all good for me though as i have 4 others (2 sterlingtek and 2 canons)

[darkmongoose]

i bought a couple of hahnel after market batteries and ive had no problems with them at all
the specs also exactly match the oem canon batteries

[queenbee288]

I got the Sterlingtek for my 20D after reading this thread. It works great. Lasts longer than the Canon and much cheaper. Thanks for the tips.

[2005GLI]

haven't seen many responses regarding the ebay batteries. Not worth buying?

I need to get a few more batteries. The original battery i got with the xt and spare i got with it from bestbuy are starting to die out alot quicker now.

[Ballen Photo]

haven't seen many responses regarding the ebay batteries. Not worth buying? Sure they are. Sterlingtek sells on ebay. ;)
Seriously, I would buy from an ebay seller as long as His or Her feedback looked OK, and the battery specs match my needs. I would want to see feedback for them from customers that have bought batteries from them, and are happy.
Buyer beware.
There are plenty of good sellers on ebay, and I have had many transactions there with good luck. There are also a few that are not so good.
Check their feedback.
-Bruce

[SuzyView]

I have 2 Sterlingteks that say BP511 on them. I use them for my 10D and 20D. I assume they are the correct ones for the two cameras.

[tim]

I have 2 Sterlingteks that say BP511 on them. I use them for my 10D and 20D. I assume they are the correct ones for the two cameras.

Yes they are. If they fit into your camera, they're fine :)

[Michael]

http://www.qualitycamera.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=53&products_id=1425

I can get these for a pretty good price and the shipping wont be much cause the place is only 200km away. Do they look OK?

Mike

[tim]

http://www.qualitycamera.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=53&products_id=1425

I can get these for a pretty good price and the shipping wont be much cause the place is only 200km away. Do they look OK?

Mike

Hard to tell, but should be ok i'd think. At $40 each if you only want one it's not a bad deal, but if you want 2 or more sterlingtek is still cheaper.

[jcw122]

Just got my Sterlingtek battery, as you said it's 1500mAh not 1100mAh, SWEET!

They shipped RIDICULOUSLY fast too, I ordered 3 days ago, and it just got here. I only used Fedex Saver Express

[Trung_EP3CTR]

Sure they are. Sterlingtek sells on ebay. ;) What's their user ID?
Tried searching on eBay but nothing comes up:confused:

[tim]

What's their user ID?
Tried searching on eBay but nothing comes up:confused:

Just use www.sterlingtek.com

[Ballen Photo]

What's their user ID?
Tried searching on eBay but nothing comes up:confused:Here you go. ;)
-Bruce
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=007&item=170024939063&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT&rd=1

[SgWRX]

wow, this is insane. was this always a sticky? i just ordered 2 for my 10D. now for a grip!

[JaGWiRE]

So the bp-511 equivalents charge in the original charger you got when you bought your 30D or whatever camera?

[Jon]

Yep. And vice versa (Canon batteries in aftermarket chargers).

[JaGWiRE]

Yep. And vice versa (Canon batteries in aftermarket chargers).


Sweet. They are so cheap, I'll probably order like 4. I have a 4 gb cf card already, so I should be good to go, maybe get another 4 gb cf card? :D.

[harrydog]

Any long time users of the Sterlingtek batteries? I'm just wondering if there have been any problems with them over the long haul?

[Ballen Photo]

Any long time users of the Sterlingtek batteries? I'm just wondering if there have been any problems with them over the long haul?I've been using the Sterlingtek batteries for about three years now with no problems. I've not done any scientific test's, but they seem to hold up better than OEM.
-Bruce

[tim]

I've had sterlingtek for a couple of year I guess, they still all work fine.

[ruairidh]

Get aftermarket batteries for all my electronics from Euro Batteries...

BP-511 @ Eurobatteries (http://www.eurobatteries.com/sitepages/description1.asp?id=1577&cat=Camcorder%20Batteries)

Never had a problem with any of their batteries for either my Sony camcorder or Canon 5D.

Oh, and in answer to the orginial post, they even come with the little cover plate ;) :lol:

[BradT0517]

Who all thinks we should get pcasciola to sell this in the forum support shop

[angryhampster]

Quick question: Sterlingtek's battery manual says to not use two different kinds of battery at once. I've got two sterlingtek batteries and my original canon. Is it OK to put one Canon NB-2LH and one sterlingtek NB-2L in my grip? I can't imagine it would matter.

[felix21685]

Quick question: Sterlingtek's battery manual says to not use two different kinds of battery at once. I've got two sterlingtek batteries and my original canon. Is it OK to put one Canon NB-2LH and one sterlingtek NB-2L in my grip? I can't imagine it would matter.

It shouldn't matter since the camera will use up the sterlingtek one until it has reached 700mah then it will use both the canon and the sterlingtek.

But I try to just have both my sterlingteks in there at the same time.

[tim]

I put whatever batteries in together, never had a problem.

[DEMO]

Ordered 4 BP511A's yetserday around 11am and recieved them in today around 10am.. Now I just need the damn camera..

[BradT0517]

Ordered 4 BP511A's yetserday around 11am and recieved them in today around 10am.. Now I just need the damn camera..

yea that could be a slight problem

[DEMO]

yea that could be a slight problem


AhHAHHAaa I had a 30D and sold it but im actually purchasing another in the next few days. I'm just waiting for my lens to sell so I can order everything together.. I admit it does sound funny...:p

[BradT0517]

what did you buy to replace

[Trung_EP3CTR]

Got my Sterlingteks today.
Ordered it through eBay and took just over a week to arrive into the UK.
Haven't used them yet but will report back when I do.

[BradT0517]

nvm about what are you getting.
Now its more of why are you getting a new 30D

[Dumale]

bought a set of Sterlingteks.... can't be happier with the price and the customer service. Arrived at my office two days later (NM to CA). Maybe next time Ill try pricegrabber as well...

Too bad they don't have batteries for the 1D series:( ...



-D

[sqratch]

just wanted to put my .02 in.

i ordered a set of 4 sterlingtek batteries for my 350d on monday from pricegrabber, i was AMAZED when i saw them at my doorstep the following tuesday! this was with standard shipping as well! wow! great service and they have been performing exceptionally well in my bg-e3 :)

[DMacIntyre]

Just ordered 2 for my 30D! :D

This thread has been invaluable...had I not read this info, I would have run as fast as I could from a cheap deal like this, thinking they MUST be garbage.

Thanks!

[JRJay]

I ordered 2 BP511 replacements for my 30D from Sterlingtek and both of them get stuck in the battery compartment of the camera. I had to use a flat head screw driver to wiggle the battery out. The original battery pops out just fine when moving the battery release (spring works fine). I'll be calling them tomorrow for a replacement. I hope the replacements won't be the same. Has anybody experienced this problem?

[tim]

I ordered 2 BP511 replacements for my 30D from Sterlingtek and both of them get stuck in the battery compartment of the camera. I had to use a flat head screw driver to wiggle the battery out. The original battery pops out just fine when moving the battery release (spring works fine). I'll be calling them tomorrow for a replacement. I hope the replacements won't be the same. Has anybody experienced this problem?

I've got about 6-8 batteries from there and never had that problem.

[ohtoberich]

There's a thread on FM (http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/469370/0)about the Sterlingtek batteries getting stuck. They said the next shipment of newer batteries is supposed to come in on the 26th.

[NAisBEST]

There's a thread on FM (http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/469370/0)about the Sterlingtek batteries getting stuck. They said the next shipment of newer batteries is supposed to come in on the 26th.

Please refer to the following thread for a quick and simple fix to this problem.

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=238797

[tim]

I've bought batteries from SterlingTek over the past 2 years, the most recent a couple of months ago, and i've never had this problem. It's probably just a batch that's slightly off spec.

[mathie]

It might be asked before, but do the 3rd party batteries (like SterlingTek ones) can be charged with the same Canon charger that comes w/ the body? Thanks

[BradT0517]

Yes I do believe so

[canonphotog]

Yes, the Canon charger works nicely with the aftermarket batteries.

Ken

[dsc_1972]

Thanks for this thread - just ordered 2 BP-511A's for my 30D.
What a bargain!

[Tee Why]

Thanks for this thread - just ordered 2 BP-511A's for my 30D.
What a bargain!
You may want to cancel that order as I just got mine and it's still defective and will get stuck in your camera. So if you want, you can file the battery down before you put it in. But if you don't, it will get jammed in the grip and you will have to pry it out with something.

[jcw122]

Loving the batteries for my 350D so far, they even work in my little brother's Canon video camera, so it's great.

[tzphotos.com]

Purchased from Pricegrabber on Monday and received the batteries today for my 350D/XT. My only issue is that they don't come with covers or cases even though the instructions read as follows:

"Store the battery in the storage case that it comes with."

Was I supposed to get a storage case with each battery? If not where can I obtain a case?

[tim]

They don't typically come with cases from sterlingtek.com, but if you ask in your order they throw some in for you, at least they did for me.

[tzphotos.com]

They don't typically come with cases from sterlingtek.com, but if you ask in your order they throw some in for you, at least they did for me.

That's too bad, I wish I knew that before I ordered them. Does anyone know of a good way of storing them with fear of the batteries shorting out?

[tim]

Put tape across the contacts.

[tzphotos.com]

Put tape across the contacts.

I was just hoping someone found a case that fits them. Something like the CompactFlash cases, but for Lion batteries.

[Ballen Photo]

I was just hoping someone found a case that fits them. Something like the CompactFlash cases, but for Lion batteries.I'd be interested in finding something along those lines as well. For now I just reinsert them into the boxes they came in, and toss them into one of the external pockets of my camera bag.
Tim, Tape across the contacts? No thanks. :lol:
-Bruce

[tim]

Why would't you tape the contacts? It prevents shorts and comes off easy in 2 seconds. If you just throw the batteries in a small bag or container with a half dozen of them I doubt shorting will be an issue, the contacts are recessed.

[Tandem]

I bought six of the batteries at the same time so the shipping was free. Mine came in little cardboard boxes.

I keep two charged ones on my desk, contacts down, to replace the ones coming out of my camera after an event. The used two are then charged up and put back on the desk. I keep one spare in my pocket with the plastic plate on it that came with the original battery and another spare in my camera bag inside the little cardboard box it came in.

Are you saying that your batteries didn't come in a box? You might be able to make do with a plastic snack bag. Those are about half the size of a sandwich baggie.

[Ballen Photo]

Why would't you tape the contacts? It prevents shorts and comes off easy in 2 seconds.Two words; "Gummy residue". ;)
Actually, The tape idea sounds good, and probably works fine, it's just that I'm a stickler for keeping the contacts clean, and all the tape I've had experience with seems to leave remnants of its adhesive behind.
-Bruce

[jcw122]

Why not store them in some place where....I dunno...there didn't happen to be any metal?

[slin100]

Just bought two 2000mah BP-511 cells from Sterlingtek. Apparently, they're still shipping ones that jam in the battery compartment. I had to trim some plastic, as documented elsewhere.

I'm not sure how Sterlingtek came up with the 2000mah rating. I discharged one through a Duratrax ICE charger and it discharged only about 1400 mah before reaching the cutoff voltage. This seems consistent with the fact that a BP-511 uses two 18500 Li-Ion cells, which generally come in 1400 mah capacities.

[onatrain]

I just want to make sure though everybody seems happy with their Sterling Tek purchase. I ordered two NB2LH and received two NB2L. No difference right? Should work with my Rebel XT? It does say POWWER (not spelling error on my part) for NB2L Replacement Li-ion Battery 7.4V 1500mAh. Has anybody ever received the "wrong" battery from them? As I live in Canada, exchanging wouldn't be convenient.

[slin100]

I just want to make sure though everybody seems happy with their Sterling Tek purchase. I ordered two NB2LH and received two NB2L. No difference right? Should work with my Rebel XT? It does say POWWER (not spelling error on my part) for NB2L Replacement Li-ion Battery 7.4V 1500mAh. Has anybody ever received the "wrong" battery from them? As I live in Canada, exchanging wouldn't be convenient.
You should have no problems. The NB2LH is Canon's designation for a high-capacity NB2L. The Sterlingtek NB2L has the capacity of a Canon NB2LH.

[racerx]

I just want to make sure though everybody seems happy with their Sterling Tek purchase. I ordered two NB2LH and received two NB2L. No difference right? Should work with my Rebel XT? It does say POWWER (not spelling error on my part) for NB2L Replacement Li-ion Battery 7.4V 1500mAh. Has anybody ever received the "wrong" battery from them? As I live in Canada, exchanging wouldn't be convenient.

Dear Group,

We just bought some NB-2LH reported as1500 mAh extra charger from SmartStation on ebay. Anyone know how to test if its actually 1500 mAh?

Anyone else use these batteries from SmartStation?

The batteries say "FOR CAN-NB-2L 7.4V Li-ion Battery"

Ebay info for battery:1500 mAh Battery for Canon NB-2L NB-2LH S60 EOS 350DBrand new non-OEM Quantity: 1 Battery type: Lithium Ion. No memory loss effect. Integrated microchip prevents overcharging & lengthens battery life P.S. Did a search on this forum but did not find any topic on smartstation.

[slyone]

Hey all..Happy New Year too!:D quick one...Thinking of a couple spares for the 30D, why BP511..AND..BP511A? what'
s up with that? Thanks all!

[Jon]

The original BP-511 was supplanted, through technology advances, with a more powerful battery. As it's the same size and backward compatable, Canon chose to call it a BP-511A instead of giving it a whole new (and more confusing) name.

[slyone]

Thanks Jon for the insight and clarification...as always!:D

[llopis]

The original BP-511 was supplanted, through technology advances, with a more powerful battery. As it's the same size and backward compatable, Canon chose to call it a BP-511A instead of giving it a whole new (and more confusing) name.

OK, so now I'm confused.

Looking at Strelingtek, I see that the BP-511 (http://www.sterlingtek.com/ln03-canon-bp-511-dlc511.html) they sell has a rating of 2000 mAh, and the BP-511A (http://www.sterlingtek.com/cabpbapaeq.html) only of 1800 mAh. I thought that the first one had higher capacity.

So the question is, which of those two should I buy for a Canon Digital Rebel? Is there an advantage of one vs. the other?

[Jon]

Canon's names are for Canon's batteries. Sterlingtek is selling third-party batteries (and changes suppliers every so often, I believe) and isn't concerned with matching Canon's specific names. Doesn't matter whether the battery's billed as a BP-511, BP-511A, BP-512, BP-514 or "20D Battery"; they'll all work in the D30, D60, 10D, 300D, 20D,30D and 5D (well, the BP512 and 514 won't fit in the D30 or D60).

[Clueless163]

anybody used these batteries before??

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=1100&A=details&Q=&sku=387072&is=REG&addedTroughType=categoryNavigation


850mAh...highest capacity rating I found of this type of battery, is there a higher level?

[tim]

Clueless, go with Sterlingtek unless you have a good reason not to. I find ST to be fine, I have a bunch of their batteries, 4 (2 in each camera) usually lasts an 8 hour wedding, except in my camera with the dodgy battery meter.

[Clueless163]

Clueless, go with Sterlingtek unless you have a good reason not to. I find ST to be fine, I have a bunch of their batteries, 4 (2 in each camera) usually lasts an 8 hour wedding, except in my camera with the dodgy battery meter.


yea, I might have too....from the specs, it says 1700mAh compared to stock battery at 740mAh... :eek:

[drdavidg]

Avoid Eaglecool for batteries. They have no company phone number and do not reply to e-mails. I ordered batteries and a charger from them, paid in advance with PayPal, and never received them.

[just connor]

can someone confirm for me real quick that the batteries seen HERE (http://www.pricegrabber.com/user_sales_getprod.php?masterid=4180635&lot_id=888676) are the BP-511 equivalent i need for my 10D?

[tim]

can someone confirm for me real quick that the batteries seen HERE (http://www.pricegrabber.com/user_sales_getprod.php?masterid=4180635&lot_id=888676) are the BP-511 equivalent i need for my 10D?

Nope, that's the wrong type, that one's for the XT I think. Get this one

http://www.sterlingtek.com/ln03-canon-bp-511-dlc511.html

[just connor]

alright, thanks!

[ramrock4x4]

so i wanted to get the battery for my XT what do you guys think about these dealers who would you go with? http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B0007KHO1Q/ref=dp_olp_2/102-1514111-4371339

Also where have you guys purchased your opteka grip from?

[JoshTPhoto]

I bought the sterlinktek and got them today for my XTi. But they are only rated as 850mah. Did I get jacked? I bought it through the pricegrabber.com link.

[Clueless163]

I bought the sterlinktek and got them today for my XTi. But they are only rated as 850mah. Did I get jacked? I bought it through the pricegrabber.com link.


:eek: ....did you get the "1700mAh"? Think about it, 1700mAh = 2 x 850mAh


So yes and no.

[JoshTPhoto]

Well shouldnt one battery be 1700mah? I'm confused. The battery says 850mah on it.

[JoshTPhoto]

This is what the battery looks like..

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=9876&A=details&Q=&sku=380212&is=REG&addedTroughType=categoryNavigation

Except it says 7.4V and 850mah on it. Got it from Sterlingtek though not BH.