Camera Accessory Reviews

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This thread is for the reviews of Accessories (Tripods, flashes etc.)

No conversation allowed. Please contact the reviewer through PM if you have questions.​

Please include the following information when making a review, and stick to the format.

• Picture of the accessory:
• Brand & model:
• Type of accessory:
• How much you paid:
• Where it was purchased:
• Specifications:
• How long have you owned the accessory:
• Your Review:
• Pros:
• Cons:

 

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Brand & model: Canon 200DG Digital Gadget Badge

Type of accessory: Camera bag

How much you paid: $59.99

Where it was purchased: BestBuy

• Specifications:
  • 1 camera body
  • 2-3 Lenses
  • 1 Flash
  • Tripod Strap
  • Hand strap
  • Shoulder Strap
  • 1 side pocket on each end
  • Hard shell bottom
  • Velcro on the side of top lid ensures it's secure
  • Large front pocket with separate compartments
  • Large zipper pocket on the inside of the lid
  • Padded compartments for body & lenses
  • Compartments are adjustable
  • Quick release buckles

How long have you owned the accessory: 1 month

Your Review:
Great case. I couldn't ask for anything better. Holds my Rebel XT 350D and 3 lenses perfect. The extra pockets make it very easy to organize everything from memory cards to your manuals. Great bag for traveling as you have enough room to carry everything you'll need. The shoulder strap has a non-slip fabric on the underside which is great. I love how the compartments are adjustable also, make it possible to lay lenses on their side if needed. The quality is great also, Canon did a wonderful job.

Pros: Non-slip shoulder. Plenty of room for all of your accessories. Tripod strap. Customizable compartments. Hard shell bottom. Quick release buckles.

Cons: None at all.

 

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Brand & model: Lexar Professional 2GB CompactFlash Memory Card

Type of accessory: Memory Card

How much you paid: $33

Where it was purchased: Dell

• Specifications:
  • 133x
  • 20MB/Sec Write speed
  • Lifetime warranty as long you are the original owner

How long have you owned the accessory: 1 Week

Your Review:
Nice little card so far. Fast read & write speed at 133x which is more than enough for my Rebel XT 350D. Seems to be better built than my SanDisk Ultra II. I actually bought two of these cards.

Pros: 133x. Cheap price tag for that speed. Came with free software offers & a Lexar exclusive backup & recovery program.

Cons: None at all.

 

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Brand & model: CopperHill Method Cleaning System "Basic kit"

Type of accessory: DSLR Sensor cleaner

How much you paid: $39 Shipped

Where it was purchased: http://www.copperhillimages.com/

• Specifications:
  • 2 oz. bottle of Eclipse
  • 100-pack of PecPads, prepared for easy removal
  • Ready-to-use SensorSwipe (please select size)
  • Written instructions and illustrations

How long have you owned the accessory: 1 day

Your Review:
Amazing to say the least. This is a cleaning system even the newbie of newbies can use. Extremely easy, fast & very efficient. My censor was just plain nasty before using this system and now that I have it's crystal clear & clean. I'd highly recommend this system to ANYONE with a DSLR camera. Matter of fact I think this should be a required accessory for any user. Oh yeah and they send you a free slinky!!

Pros: Cheap. Works great! Very, Very detailed instructions with color photos.

Cons: None at all.

 

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Brand & model: Canon BG-E2N
Type of accessory: Battery Grip for xxD-series Canon dSLR
How much you paid: $186.20 shipped
Where it was purchased: Amazon.com
Specifications:

Holds 2 BP-511/511a/512 or 6AA batteries.​

Adds additional shutter, control dial, exposure lock and AF selector buttons.​

Works with the semi-weather sealed 40D and 50D​

Convenient ON/OFF switch​

How long have you owned the accessory: 3 weeks now?
Your Review: Works great and adds a ton of comfort to shooting vertical shots. Doesn't feel the greatest with an Acra-type quick release attached. Have only charged the batteries once since I bought my camera and grip 3 weeks ago, 1500 clicks on the shutter so far and the battery level still displays 100%
Pros:

-Increased comfort and solidity.​

-2x the shooting.​

-Solid construction, feels like part of the camera.​

Cons:

-Adds significant weight to the camera.​

-Doesn't have an AF-ON button.​

-Can be uncomfortable with a quick release attached.​

 

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Brand & model: Kata DR-467 Digital Rucksack
Type of accessory: Camera Bag
How much you paid: $65 shipped (Retails for $80)
Where it was purchased: Ryan S.
Specifications:

Holds 2 dSLR bodies (or SLR) with mounted lens(es).
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Hold 3-4 lenses & flash.
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Laptop slot (up to 17").

Tons of space.
Example:
- 15" Apple MBP
- 40D w/ grip and 28-300 lens attached.
- 18-55mm lens
- 50mm lens
- 5 batteries
- 2 battery chargers
- Wireless/wired remote
- CF card holder
- Camera instruction manuals
- Lumix PnS
- Cleaning cloth
- 6 filter pouch
- External HD w/ cables and power
- Xbox 360 controller
- Misc. cables
- Rain cover
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How long have you owned the accessory: 1 week

Your Review: Fits all of my stuff so I can shoot where I want without bringing a case + a backpack. The bag was exactly what I was needed and wanted at a great price.

Pros:

Tons of space.
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- 15" Apple MBP
- 40D w/ grip and 28-300 lens attached.
- 18-55mm lens
- 50mm lens
- 5 batteries
- 2 battery chargers
- Wireless/wired remote
- CF card holder
- Camera instruction manuals
- Lumix PnS
- Cleaning cloth
- 6 filter pouch
- External HD w/ cables and power
- Xbox 360 controller
- Misc. cables
- Rain cover
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- Rain cover.
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- Solid construction, feels like it could survive a decent fall.

- Great price compared to a similar Dakine or Lowepro pack.
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Cons:

- No mesh pockets or anything, everything kinda goes where it falls.
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- Straps are kinda flimsy, gets uncomfortable quick with a laptop in it.
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- No tripod holder, had to improvise using the water bottle holder and the strap on the side.

- Camera compartment takes a little getting used to, you definitely have to set the pack down to get out the camera.
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Brand & model: SanDisk Extreme IV 4GB CF Card
Type of accessory: Memory Card
How much you paid: ~$150 shipped (minus $100 mail-in-rebate), so $25/ea.
Where it was purchased: Adorama Camera
Specifications:

-45mbps read/write speed.​

-SanDisk quality and reputation.​

How long have you owned the accessory: 6 months

Your Review: Great card. Reads and writes super fast (~4-5 in-camera to computer via USB cable to transfer a full card). Never had a single issue with performance or lost data over a period of approximately 24GB worth of data. Holds approximately 320 10.1 MP photos.

Pros:

-Extremely fast and reliable.​

-Comes with data recovery software.​

-SanDisk quality and reputation.​

Cons:

-None, never a single problems with these cards.​