The Panasonic DMW-BGS5E Battery Grip for LUMIX S5 benefits shooting in the vertical orientation and also accepts one additional DMW-BLK22 rechargeable lithium-ion battery for extended shooting times. In terms of its physical design, the extended shape incorporates a secondary shutter release button as well as additional physical controls to mimic the camera's own layout for intuitive handling.
Note: The Panasonic DMW-BGS5E Battery Grip does not include batteries.
Extend the ergonomics of your Panasonic S5 camera with the DMW-BGS5 grip for a more comfortable experience when shooting vertical portraits or balance your camera better with longer telephoto lenses.
Perfectly matching the camera this battery grip feature the same style of buttons and joystick control found on the LUMIX S5.
Panasonic DMW-BGS5E Battery Grip for LUMIX S5 Buttons & Controls
Using two batteries with your Panasonic LUMIX S5 camera will allow you to effectively double the battery life for extended operation by using one battery in the DMW-BGS5 grip and another in the camera. Please note there is no DMW-BLK22 battery included with this grip.
The Panasonic DMW-BGS5E Battery Grip is, like the S5 camera, dust and splash-resistant to work in conjunction with the lenses that were specifically designed to support this feature.
*Dust and Splash Resistant does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this battery grip is subjected to direct contact with dust and water.
Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 132.4 x 45.2 x 67.6 mm / 5.21 x 1.78 x 2.66 inch
(excluding the projecting parts) |
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Weight | Approx. 321 g / 0.708 lb (main unit, terminal cap and battery)
Approx. 240 g / 0.530 lb (main unit and terminal cap) |
Battery | DMW-BLK22 (li-ion battery pack: 7.2V, 2200mAh, 16Wh) (sold separately) |
Battery Life* (CIPA standard) | Approx. 840 images (rear monitor) with DC-S5 and S-R2060
*One in the camera and another in the battery grip. |
Operation | Operation ON/OFF Switch
Shutter Button Joystick AF ON Button White Balance Button ISO Sensitivity Button Exposure Compensation Button Front Dial Rear Dial Fn Button |
Dust and Splash Resistant | Yes
*Dust and Splash Resistant does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this battery grip is subjected to direct contact with dust and water. |
Operating Temperature | 0 - 40 °C / 32 - 104 °F |
Operating Humidity | 10 - 80 %RH (no condensation) |
Standard Accessory | Terminal Cap |