Post by USM on Apr 1, 2011 2:01:24 GMT 8
Most of us may be aware that there are fake Canon batteries selling in the markets. But what about fake Canon battery grips for the EOS DSLRs? Recently, I have a chance to purchase a battery grip BG-E6 for the EOS 5D mk II through the Internet.
I did not notice the difference during the transaction because the fake product looked so real like the original one. I believe that many of us will not be able to differentiate unless you have the original product with you to make the comparison. Otherwise, most of us will think that this is a genuine product. It even contains an instruction manual and a warranty card (valid in Japan).
After discovering the fake battery grip, I contacted and requested the seller to refund the money the next day. He is surprised that his battery grip is a fake product. He told me that he bought it from someone some time ago. As you can see, he was not able to distinguish the genuinity of the battery grip when he first bought it. I gave him the benefit of the doubt that he is telling me the truth.
I am perfectly fine with 3rd party battery grips such as Phottix, Jenis, etc. At least they have stated their brands out front and battery grips are 3rd party made, and not original from Canon.
The unscrupulous manufacturer produces fake Canon battery grips and sell them as if they are original made by Canon. I strongly believe these fake products are from China. In addition, I believe that the manufacturer not only produces fake BG-E6 but also other battery grips such as BG-E7, BG-E8, etc. Many of these fake Canon battery grips are sold through online portals, ebay, Alibaba, etc. There is no way for you to physically inspect the product until it reaches you. By that time it may be too late. You have to make a recourse for refund, etc. Time and effort are needed which can be put into more productive use than this.
I will not endorse buying fake Canon products even though they may be significantly cheaper in price. Nevertheless, I shall leave the choice to you. You must understand the difference between fake and 3rd party made products.
I have posted the photos below for your reference to detect fake Canon battery grip BG-E6. However, I must cautious you that it may be difficult to spot the difference if you do not have the original battery grip with you to do the comparison.
The first method is to look at the packaging, i.e. the box. However, some sellers may claim that the box is lost, etc. Hence, there is the second way to spot the differences, i.e. by looking at the physical of the battery grip itself.
I did not notice the difference during the transaction because the fake product looked so real like the original one. I believe that many of us will not be able to differentiate unless you have the original product with you to make the comparison. Otherwise, most of us will think that this is a genuine product. It even contains an instruction manual and a warranty card (valid in Japan).
After discovering the fake battery grip, I contacted and requested the seller to refund the money the next day. He is surprised that his battery grip is a fake product. He told me that he bought it from someone some time ago. As you can see, he was not able to distinguish the genuinity of the battery grip when he first bought it. I gave him the benefit of the doubt that he is telling me the truth.
I am perfectly fine with 3rd party battery grips such as Phottix, Jenis, etc. At least they have stated their brands out front and battery grips are 3rd party made, and not original from Canon.
The unscrupulous manufacturer produces fake Canon battery grips and sell them as if they are original made by Canon. I strongly believe these fake products are from China. In addition, I believe that the manufacturer not only produces fake BG-E6 but also other battery grips such as BG-E7, BG-E8, etc. Many of these fake Canon battery grips are sold through online portals, ebay, Alibaba, etc. There is no way for you to physically inspect the product until it reaches you. By that time it may be too late. You have to make a recourse for refund, etc. Time and effort are needed which can be put into more productive use than this.
I will not endorse buying fake Canon products even though they may be significantly cheaper in price. Nevertheless, I shall leave the choice to you. You must understand the difference between fake and 3rd party made products.
I have posted the photos below for your reference to detect fake Canon battery grip BG-E6. However, I must cautious you that it may be difficult to spot the difference if you do not have the original battery grip with you to do the comparison.
The first method is to look at the packaging, i.e. the box. However, some sellers may claim that the box is lost, etc. Hence, there is the second way to spot the differences, i.e. by looking at the physical of the battery grip itself.