jon_kobeck Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 I wanted to buy a back-up battery for my 5D. What do you guys think of those generic ones on EBAY ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puigmalet.com Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 No problem, go on. I use the original one and a generic, either on the camera or on the vertical grip, and, up to now, with no problems and similar durability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joshroot Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 I used some generics of the same battery in a couple Canon Camcorders and the original Rebel with no problems. They might have had a bit lower capacity than the OEM ones. But that also could have been my imagination. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mendonphoto Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 I have purchased 2 generic batteries. The first cost me $12 from some vendor I had never heard of. The second was $25 from B&H. They both worked, but the cheap one started with a lower capacity and went downhill from there. The more expensive one has been great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hakon_soreide Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 I got two extras from Sterlingtek, and compared to Norwegian prices on original batteries, I think I could have bought somewhere between 7 and 10 third-party batteries for the cost of 1 original, so the math is easy.<p> Before ordering, I read up on Sterlingtek and found that all I could find were positive reviews, and when I got the batteries, I've not been disappointed. Battery life is at least as good as the original, possibly slightly more, but I've not been able to do any battery life tests in stable temperatures yet. Their performance so far has left nothing wanting, though, and it's great not having to worry about running out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Former P.N Member Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 I bought 2 BP-511 generics from Sterlingtek right after I bought my 10D (same batteries as the 5D) when they first came out. I'm still using them today without any problems. <p> <a href="http://sterlingtek.com/ln03-canon-bp-511-dlc511.html">http://sterlingtek.com/ln03-canon-bp-511-dlc511.html</a> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenPapai Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 What do I think? Life is too short. Get the real thing. You should have at least two quality spares for your 5D, otherwise you're just posing. LOL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_serafini1 Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 I have bought several generics and had no problem whatsoever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PuppyDigs Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 I've never tried a generic but the Sterlingtek brand has proved to be both excellent and longer lasting than my Canon brand 511s. The 2 Canon 511 I owned only lasted 6-12 months. The Sterlingtek is going strong into the 3rd year. I handed it down from my 10D to 5D. Also, the Sterlingtek brand is like 1/4 the cost of the Canon... Sometimes the light’s all shining on me. Other times I can barely see. - Robert Hunter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephend Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 <p>I also recommend the generics. And, relating to Joshes comment, the batteries I got for my EOS300D actually have a higher capacity than the OEM originals. Better <em>and</em> a fifth of the price!</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt_needham Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 I've been using the batteries from sterlingtek.com in my 20D's and 5D for many years. They work great, and I think they were $11. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mormegil Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 Another happy with Sterlingteks. I also have a couple of Lenmar batteries. They've also held up, but are starting to go (past their expected lifespan at over 4 years old) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colinsouthern Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 Another vote for Stirlingtek. Avoid batteries with cells make in China, Japanise cells are OK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petemillis Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 Same as Richard - I bought 2 for my 10D. 1800mAH capacity as opposed to 1300 or whatever, and have been perfect. For only a few quid each I'm well pleased. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stock-Photos Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 Generic might be OK. but Generic from eBay might not be worth the savings. Do you want to pop just any old potentially harmful battery into your 2 thousand dollar camera? You and your camera are worth the couple extra bucks you might spend buying from a reputable dealer, like B&H. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morthcam Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 Another happy Sterlingtek customer (10D & 30D) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ymages Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 no problem with generics too I bought 5 in Europa : akkuinternational.de for 8 euros Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
photographicsafaris Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 7dayshop.com -9.49 quid for two batteries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan_myers Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 I've bought a total of 6 generic BP511s off eBay at a total cost of $42 including shipping to my doorstep (two separate purchases). In addition, I have two BP511 and four BP511As bought at various times, which cost about $45 each, plus shipping. The generics work identically except they may actually last a little longer because they are all higher power rated than the OEMs. I have heard rumor that some cheap generics don't have a surge protection in the power circuit. But, I have not heard of anyone having an actual problem, and have had no problems what-so-ever myself. I think it's pretty much a no-brainer. Six for the price of one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidwogan Posted January 9, 2008 Share Posted January 9, 2008 The only problem you will find with generics is that they will not operate in very low temperatures. Mine used to stop working at 6 degrees C. Same applies to the generic units for the 1D cameras. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Former P.N Member Posted January 9, 2008 Share Posted January 9, 2008 <i>"The only problem you will find with generics is that they will not operate in very low temperatures. Mine used to stop working at 6 degrees C. Same applies to the generic units for the 1D cameras."</i> <p> That may be a bit of an over-generalization. <p> I don't doubt your experience but mine has been just the opposite. The generics I use for both my 10D and 1D MkII out perform the Canon batteries in all respects - including cold weather operation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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