Konica Minolta VC-7D Vertical Battery Grip for the Maxxum 7D Digital SLR Camera
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Digital Photo Product Details
Manufacturer: Konica MinoltaModel: 8796100
Product features:
- Enables full-fingered grip for natural angle and less wrist strain
- Battery grip allows the use of Lithium or Ni-MH batteries
- Increases shooting time
- Installs by simply attaching to bottom of camera
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Konica Minolta VC-7D Vertical Battery Grip for the Maxxum 7D Digital SLR Camera
Customer Review: Review for Current VC-7 / Maxxum 7 Owners
Summary: 5 Stars
This review is aimed at current or previous owners of the Maxxum 7 (the 35mm film version of the 7D) who have used the vertical grip with that camera and are thinking about buying the corresponding grip for the new Maxxum 7D. It may still be of use to users who are new to the Maxxum cameras and vertical grips but it will mostly make a comparison to the previous model since there are some differences to be aware of.
Functionality
The new VC-7D provides all the operational functionality of its predecessor the VC-7. All of the main controls can still be accessed easily when shooting vertically and the layout is basically the same as the VC-7. The VC-7D does however include the addition of an AF Area button.
Battery Options
The VC-7D differs from the VC-7 in several ways when it comes to battery options. First off, the VC-7D actually takes the place of the battery within the camera. The battery from the camera is moved into the VC-7D. Second, the battery compartment will hold either one or two NP-400 batteries or you can use six AA batteries. Third, because there is not a battery within the camera itself while using the VC-7D you cannot switch between the camera battery and vertical grip batteries as you could with the VC-7. It will always use the batteries contained within the vertical grip.
Size & Weight
As you will have already noticed the Maxxum 7D is slightly larger than the Maxxum 7. The VC-7D vertical grip continues this trend and is larger than the VC-7. Part of the reason for this is to match the increased size of the camera body. The increase is also due in part to the fact that the VC-7D has to hold all of the batteries now rather than just supplemental batteries as with the VC-7. The added weight is enough to be noticeable, especially if you are using two of the NP-400 batteries of six AA's.
Overall Impression
In summary, the VC-7D provides additional flexibility in both handling and power at the cost of increased size and weight. I personally do not find the increases to be a problem. The feel is a bit different than the VC-7 / Maxxum 7 combination but it hasn't taken me long to adjust to it. Aesthetically, the VC-7D doesn't match the Maxxum 7D as well as the VC-7 / Maxxum 7 combo because the finish is slightly different between them. Functionally they are a great pairing. Overall, if you have become accustomed to the flexibility of using the vertical grip with your Maxxum 7 then you will be right at home with the VC-7D on your Maxxum 7D. It was one of my first purchases after getting my new camera and I am very glad that I bought it.
Description of Konica Minolta VC-7D Vertical Battery Grip for the Maxxum 7D Digital SLR Camera
For use with Minolta Maxxum 7D SLR Digital Camera / Accepts 1 or 2 NP-400 Lithium, 6 AA-size Ni-MH for long lasting power performanceAll Accessories
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