01/03/2026 10:30 pm
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Im honestly so annoyed trying to find a solid grip that wont fall apart after two months of shooting weddings. Ive got a 90D and an 80D and I really need that extra vertical shutter for long days but the price of the official Canon BG-E14 is actually insane for what it is. I looked into the Neewer one since its cheap but people keep saying the buttons feel mushy or it drains battery even when off which sounds like a total nightmare. Then I saw Vello might be okay? But some reviews say it doesnt fit the 90D perfectly even though they share the same body style mostly. Is there a third party one that actually holds up or am I just forced to pay the Canon tax?
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01/03/2026 11:35 pm
Jumping in here because I totally get the frustration with that Canon price tag. Honestly, I've been super satisfied with the DSTE BG-E14 Vertical Battery Grip for Canon 70D 80D 90D on my setup. It is way cheaper than the official one and I havent had any issues with the buttons feeling mushy or the battery draining overnight. It feels solid enough for regular use, tho maybe not quite as tank-like as the original. If you're still nervous about third-party stuff but hate the retail price, definitely look at used markets. You can often snag a Canon BG-E14 Battery Grip for EOS 70D 80D 90D for a fraction of the cost on sites like MPB or even KEH if you check daily. No complaints here going the budget route... it definitely saves a ton of money for better glass or lighting gear!
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01/03/2026 10:30 pm
tbh the canon tax is brutal but be careful with the super cheap brands like neewer. i would suggest looking at the Vello BG-C10 Battery Grip for Canon 70D 80D 90D instead because it actually holds up for wedding days. just a few warnings tho:
- the rubber might peel after heavy use
- check your battery door seal fits tight it fits the 90d body perfectly in my experience.
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09/04/2026 5:32 am
Same here!
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17/04/2026 9:30 am
Just wanted to say thanks for everyone chiming in. Super helpful discussion.
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01/03/2026 10:55 pm
Honestly, I went through the same struggle and ended up grabbing the Meike MK-80D Professional Battery Grip for Canon 80D 90D about a year ago. I've been super happy with it so far and it hasnt let me down during long shoots. The build quality actually feels surprisingly close to the camera body itself, which was a huge relief since I hate that cheap plasticky feel. A few things that stand out:
- buttons have a nice click, definitely not mushy like the super cheap ones
- it comes with a wireless remote which is kinda handy for long exposures
- fits both my 80D and 90D perfectly with no weird gaps I really dont see the point in paying for the official one when this works this well. Just make sure the contacts are clean before you slide it in and you'll be golden.
