Is this a bona fide Canon product? Thanks for your response! -MAM
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To make sure (as much as possible) that it is the "real" Canon product you are seeking, purchase it from a reputable retailer such as B&H; or Adorama. Amazon is great, but you have to do your homework on the retailers they associate with ... just like you would on the world famous "Flea-Bay" auction site.
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I purchased some time back, It is Canon, I utilize for sports events and take 300+ pictures each event, it has never failed, grip controls are handy but I don't utilize much, Only con it makes my MKII very heavy with tripod not a problem. The added battery tray for AA batteries has bailed me out a couple of times when I did not have full charge on primary batteries. Cost of AA can get expensive so I recommend to get the normal recharge packs.
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There are a number of non-OEM (not Canon that is) suppliers of this identical grip for a third of the cost. I have one I bought, after a year and a half I can say with confidence it works every bit as well as the original. That and the fact that I could buy 3 for the cost of Canon's made me willing to take the chance. Probably manufactured by the same people that make them for Canon as a matter of fact. Like Moe, I'm a CPS member but tired of the manufacturer raking us over the coals for accessories (check the price of a lens cap for instance!) after we've already spent thousands of dollars on equipment. There are a number of non-OEM (not Canon that is) suppliers of this identical grip for a third of the cost. I have one I bought, after a year and a half I can say with confidence it works every bit as well as the original. That and the fact that I could buy 3 for the cost of Canon's made me willing to take the chance. Probably manufactured by the same people that make them for Canon as a matter of fact. Like Moe, I'm a CPS member but tired of the manufacturer raking us over the coals for accessories (check the price of a lens cap for instance!) after we've already spent thousands of dollars... » Read More There are a number of non-OEM (not Canon that is) suppliers of this identical grip for a third of the cost. I have one I bought, after a year and a half I can say with confidence it works every bit as well as the original. That and the fact that I could buy 3 for the cost of Canon's made me willing to take the chance. Probably manufactured by the same people that make them for Canon as a matter of fact. Like Moe, I'm a CPS member but tired of the manufacturer raking us over the coals for accessories (check the price of a lens cap for instance!) after we've already spent thousands of dollars on equipment. « Show Less
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It's very hard to identify what is a "bona fide" Canon battery grip until it gets damage and needs repair. I'm a member of Canon Professional Services (CPS). When my battery grip was broken I sent it for repairs via CPS. It was determine to be a non-canon product after the technicians opened it up. There is no guarantee, however, purchasing from a reputable company is the best you can do. Please remember, although my battery grip was not Canon grade, it work very well and never failed on me.
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I hope it is: I purchased it from Amazon, came in Canon packaging and I've never had a problem with it.
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Yes, the item I purchased was bonifide Canon product. I wouldn't have ordered it if any of the item description described as anything different.
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USB and proprietary is a contradiction in terms. Canons generally use mini-USB, possibly micro-USB, but they use a USB standard.
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I would like to add that I had a problem with one of my computers accepting the driver for the S90 camera- the problem was my computer and not the camera. I wrote to Cannon support and they responded immediately and were more than willing to answer any question I had. I never had such good support from any company as Canon. I am loving the S90 more each day also! What a wonderful machine and I am an old fart non tech type!My daughter the techie also tinks it's the best!
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I don't know as I returned the item because it was not manufactured by Canon...
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Yes, just download the Win 7 driver from the Canon website and you are in business.
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I can't answer that directly as it depends on use, I expect. I don't think I've replaced one in over 5 years, but I always keep an extra on hand. I did buy one that was a dud, but think it wasn't a Canon one. Would never again try to get a cheaper one. Not worth the savings. I would recommend getting an extra new one to keep on hand if you're traveling, but sounds like yours are still going strong at this point.
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yes. I love this camera. I've used other types of cameras and Canon has always been the most amatuer, user friendly.
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Hi there -- this may be irrelevant, but they're asking me to communicate. I never used Canon, bought this slave to enable me to use auxiliary flash with a Fuji 3D camera. The idea is this: Most today's hi-tech flashes emit a series of light impulses to pre-evaluate the scene, the pop responsible for actual exposure (when the shutter opens) being the last one. To use an external slave flash you need either turn off all camera's pre-flashes (switch it to 'dumb' mode -- impossible with my Fuji) or use a slave that will ignore pre-flashes, such as this unit. That's why I bought it and it works for me. Try to read the manual for your Canon and see what your options are. It always helps to have a clear understanding what goes on. Cheers! M.B.
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No it's not. It's hardly compatible even with Canon. Of the 3 units I've owned only 1 would function properly with Canon DSLR's. Even though I suspect the dealer just sent me back the same unit when I returned unit #2
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I agree with xapshot; No difference in quality or functionality of the two. Only two different marketing areas that Canon feels should kept apart. Concerning warranty I don't know the difference. I find it sensible to agree again with xapshot on that matter as well :)
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It is one of the newer models and has worked wonderfully well with our 64 bit win 7 system. Canon has also provided awesome tech support.
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I have a Canon DC 50 and they work fine. The only problem I've had was getting the recordings off the disc and onto computer HD. You had to use the software Canon said to use, (Roxio), sorry if that is not the right spelling. I am going to try with Windows 7 and try and find some cheap software other than Roxio.
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As far as I can tell, yes it is. I've used it with no problems, the quality I would expect from Canon.
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I am not sure on that, sorry. You can try GOOGLE or the Canon Website to be sure.
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I dont know but you can go to the Canon website, they will definitely know and there is a 800 live support line
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I downloaded their driver, etc from the canon site online and didn't install the software from a cd - maybe you could do that instead of trying to work with a cd - I have a mac mini and they work well together.
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I haven't used the Canon adapter so I can't answer your question but it does everything the Canon is supposed to do.