The battery grip is an accessory that offers several conveniences and additional functions to your camera. These can be summarized in three points:

1) More comfortable vertical shooting: Thanks to the shutter button they are equipped with, it will be possible to shoot comfortably even with the camera rotated 90°;

2) Increased battery life: Thanks to a compartment that allows one to two batteries to be inserted (depending on the model), it will be possible to increase the camera's battery life. This feature is essential for everyone, photographers, videographers, and astrophotographers, as you won't have to worry about the battery running out at the most inconvenient moment. Furthermore, for some battery grip models, an adapter is also provided that allows the use of AA-size batteries (Alkaline or rechargeable) which can be used to power the camera; this will allow you to use the camera with common batteries when, for example, all your camera batteries are dead and, while they are recharging, you can still take photos or record videos;

3) Improved comfort in use: The battery grip makes the camera more comfortable to use, also giving it a more professional appearance.

The Meike brand is an international leader in the production of compatible battery grips, with features equal to or even superior to the original. With quality external materials and highly efficient electronics, Meike battery grips will be perfect companions for any activity with your camera, whether amateur or professional. Furthermore, the battery grip has a feature that distinguishes it from all other battery grips on the market: the wireless remote control. With 2.4GHz wireless transmission, the remote control allows you to control the camera even from a distance, up to 100m, both for simple shooting functions and for timed shooting functions (for time-lapse).

Technical specifications:

• Model: MK-550DR;
• Compatibility: Canon Eos 550D, 600D, 650D, 700D;
• Control joystick: Yes;
• Focus and shutter button: Yes;
• Power supply: 2x LP-E8 Batteries;
• Working temperature: 0 to 40°;
• Humidity: 85% or below;
• AA battery holder: Yes;
• Tripod mounting screw: 1/4";
• Weight: approximately 350gr.

Wireless remote control:

• Working voltage: 3V;
• Working amperage: less than 50mah;
• Working temperature: 0° - 40°C;
• Power supply: 2x AAA Mini Batteries (not included);
• Weight: approximately 30gr (without batteries).

Package contents:

• 1x Battery grip;
• 1x Wireless remote control;
• 1x AA battery holder;
• 1x Manual (English).