The BG-N7-2 Battery Grip from Vello is designed to fit the Nikon D810, D810A, D800, and D800E DSLR cameras, offering a comfortable and secure way to hold the camera body, especially in the vertical position. It incorporates an alternate shutter release button for shooting when held vertically and has a lock position to prevent accidental shutter release. In addition, the BG-N7-2 has an alternate AF-ON button, multi-selector and main and sub command dials.

The included battery tray holds one EN-EL15 battery, which works in combination with the battery in the camera body to effectively double the camera's runtime. The BG-N7-2 also includes a battery tray that holds eight AA batteries as an alternate power source.

The grip is durable and has an anti-slip rubber grip surface, with ergonomic contours for improved handling. The base incorporates a tripod socket so the camera and grip may be mounted on a tripod head, bracket, or quick release plate.

Fits Nikon D810, D810A, D800 & D800E    Comfort and Control in Vertical Position    Extends Shooting Time    Holds One EN-EL15 Battery    Vertical Position Shutter Release Button    Alternate AF-ON Button and Command Dials    Alternate Multi-Selector    Contact Cover Holder    Works with Eight AA Batteries    Includes AA Battery Tray

Doubles the battery life and shooting time for the Nikon D810, D810A, D800, or D800E DSLR.

Holds one EN-EL15 battery, available separately.

Includes a secondary shutter release button, AF-ON button, multi-selector, main command dial and sub command dial.

Provides comfortable and secure handling when shooting in the vertical position with an anti-slip rubber grip surface.

Provides storage space for the camera's contact cover to prevent its loss.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. 9 fps with this grip?

A: No, according to Nikon Rumors.

Q: 2. Will it work with Nikon D800E?

A: Sorry, no, it will not. Have no fear however for you can use this Vello grip: Vello BG-N7 Battery Grip for Nikon D810, D810A, D800 & D800E B&H # VEBGN7.

Q: 3. does this grip hold one or two batteries. the en el15 batteries?

A: This grip holds 1 battery. The BG-11 attaches to the bottom of the camera. The original camera battery is left in the camera. When the BG-11 is attached the user is getting the benefit of 2 batteries.

Q: 4. On the front of the Vello BG-N11 D7100 grip there is, what looks like, a small USB port. What is this for?

A: It is a port. You plug one end into a plug charger (similar to a cell phone charger) to charge the battery without taking the battery out of the grip.Or, back in the early digital days, we had to plug our camera in to our computer to DL our photos. That is why you get a 2.0 usb plug with a smaller camera plug on the other end when you buy a new camera.

Q: 5. Does it work with d7500?

A: I dont know if it would but you can call B&H they have great customer service

Q: 6. Does the bg-n11 grip for the nikon 7200 have a tripod socket for holding the camera on a tripod vertically?

A: Yes

Q: 7. Will this grip also enable more frames per second in CH mode on my D800 like the Nikon MB-D12 grip?

A: The Vello BG-N7-2 Battery Grip for Nikon D810, D810A, D800 & D800E can increase the frames per second. You have to use the EN-EL18d battery and a different cap. B&H # WAENEL18DCK (B&H Kit) includes both.

Q: 8. I have a battery grip for my Nikon D300 which increases the frame rate from 6 fps to about 9fps. Will this one do the same for my Nikon D7200?

A: No it will not. On a D300 the fps is 6. Going to 7 fps involves a different battery and charger and of course a vertical grip.

Q: 9. Can I use the grip without the battery installed when I want to use camera in portrait mode?

A: Yes, the grip will work without a battery being installed inside it, as the camera would still have its original one battery unit powering it.

Q: 10. If you set up the battery order usage in the camera menu so that the camera battery is consumed first, it is then necessary to return to the menu after the camera battery is exhausted to engage the Vello grip battery, or will this happen automatically?

A: It's automatic.