Battery grip, is it necessary ?

I've found a canon 40D which has BG-E2N battery grip as addition. However I don't have to buy it too. If I don't, I'll pay less.

At this point I've confused whether I gotta get it or not.
What positive sides does it has to be considered as an important accessary

Also I'm not sure about It's method of working. As far as I know to use it first we have to remove the original battery of the body and mount the battery grip but does it have its own battery or again we install the battery we removed from body to battery grip ?
As I said I'm not sophisticated about it, can you please clarify it

How much extra will you be paying for it? That can make a difference in the decision. I have the grip for my XTi and I never take it off.

The two main positives are longer battery life and the shutter button when you hold it in portrait orientation. That brings me to your question. Yes, you remove the original battery (and battery door) and the battery grip holds 2 batteries. So will he be including 2 batteries if you purchase the grip? Personally I have two batteries in my grip and a single spare incase I run out of power in which case I remove the grip. It is up to you whether you 'need' the grip or not. I like the extra size and the extra shutter. More juice is a plus but not a deal breaker for me.

extra $65-70
And yes he will give 3 battery at total.

lzooml wrote in post #10427316
extra $65-70
And yes he will give 3 battery at total.

I think a vertical grip is very useful. I would just get it and see if you like it. For the extra $65-$70 it comes with two extra batteries which cost a lot more then the $65-$70 you bought it for plus you can sell the grip if you don't like it. You can still sell the grip alone without batteries for at least $75.00.

Take Care,
Cheers, Patrick

I would get it for that price. You can easily sell it if you dont like it.

They are obviously great for extending shoot times. But I bought it simply for the vertical controls. I cant stand how the camera feels without it any more. Its just not right when it is not on.

I don't think it is necessary at all.

my 40d was gripped up until yesterday when my sensor decided to die on me, my new 50d is also gripped and always will be.

it makes the camera feel bigger in your hands, the vertical controls are fantastic and it gives you extra power.
now ive used a grip i wont take it off, the camera doesnt feel right without it.
well worth the extra money for 3 batteries and a grip.

OK thanks for all comments, I'll buy it too

Don't fret about having to remove the battery door. The grip has a place molded into it so you can store the door in it and not have to worry about losing it.

The grip makes it handy to use two batteries if you need them, or just one. Plus it has the controls on the end so shooting portrait orientation is a breeze.

I love that the grips have the little spot for the battery door so you don't misplace it Just a tiny detail that goes a long way

The grips are nice ergonomically, imho - they make vertical shots easier on the wrists. I'd happily pay the extra in that situation.

GabooN wrote in post #10427772
I love that the grips have the little spot for the battery door so you don't misplace it Just a tiny detail that goes a long way

It took me almost three years before I found that "little spot".
Was not aware that it existed, until yesterday...LOL

h2dal wrote in post #10427905
It took me almost three years before I found that "little spot".
Was not aware that it existed, until yesterday...LOL

hahaha it took me 2 days...

yes I think the grip is necessary

when I was using a rebel +tamron 18-270mm it was torture on my arms without the grip.. but with the grip I could hold the camera much better

If it was necessary, it wouldn't be an option.
Whether it is useful or not depends on your photographic style.

If you "spray and pray", you may find the extra battery life of value, but have you ever run a battery flat in one session? Would a spare battery pack solve that problem more cheaply?

If you switch camera orientations very frequently, you may find the additional shutter release button helpful, but have you ever missed a shot because you couldn't rotate the camera and find the button quickly enough?

xarqi wrote in post #10428047
If it was necessary, it wouldn't be an option.
Whether it is useful or not depends on your photographic style.

If you "spray and pray", you may find the extra battery life of value, but have you ever run a battery flat in one session? Would a spare battery pack solve that problem more cheaply?

If you switch camera orientations very frequently, you may find the additional shutter release button helpful, but have you ever missed a shot because you couldn't rotate the camera and find the button quickly enough?

you could add..if you have big hands on a small camera then it is necessary