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Nikon MB-N12 Power Battery Pack

BH #NIMBN12 • MFR #27227
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Nikon MB-N12 Power Battery Pack
Key Features
  • For Z8 Mirrorless Camera
  • Accepts Two EN-EL15-Series Batteries
  • Hot-Swappable Battery Slot
  • Extended Grip for Vertical Composition
Dedicated to the Z8 mirrorless camera, the Nikon MB-N12 is a multi-battery vertical grip that provides both additional power and a more comfortable grip when working in the vertical shooting orientation. Its design incorporates a secondary shutter release, control dials, and a function button for more intuitive shooting control.
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Nikon MB-N12 Overview

Dedicated to the Z8 mirrorless camera, the Nikon MB-N12 is a multi-battery vertical grip that provides both additional power and a more comfortable grip when working in the vertical shooting orientation. Its design incorporates a secondary shutter release, control dials, and a function button for more intuitive shooting control.

The MB-N12 can accommodate two EN-EL15-type batteries, which provide around 1.8x longer battery life than the single in-camera battery, and one of the batteries can be hot-swapped for on-the-fly battery switching. A USB-C port is featured, too, for connecting to an external power source, for charging via the EH-7p or EH-8p, or for tethering or connecting the camera to other equipment. Also, batteries can be charged inside the grip even when it's not attached to the camera.

UPC: 018208272273

Nikon MB-N12Specs

Battery Type
2x Battery Pack (EN-EL15c / EN-EL15b / EN-EL15a)
Tripod Mounting Thread
1/4"-20 Female
Operating Conditions
14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C 
Dimensions
5.5 x 4.5 x 3" / 138.5 x 113.5 x 76 mm
Weight
10.4 oz / 295 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.965 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.9 x 6 x 4"

Nikon MB-N12 Reviews

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metal frame or just all plastic now?

metal frame or just all plastic now?
Asked by: Richard
At this time Nikon does not list the frame material on the Nikon MB-N12 Power Battery Pack.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2023-08-07

Does the MB-N12 make the Z8 bigger and heavier ...

Does the MB-N12 make the Z8 bigger and heavier than the Z9?
Asked by: Vladimir
The Nikon MB-N12 Power Battery Pack does make the Nikon Z8 slightly larger than the Nikon Z9. In terms of weight it is very comparable, even though I did not have a chance to compare the weight with using a scale. Holding it on the hand offered similar weight.
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2023-12-14

Does it charge the two batteries simultaneously ...

Does it charge the two batteries simultaneously or does one battery starts to charge after the other is fully charged?
Asked by: Raghuveer
Unless they radically changed ,It charges them serially, A first, then B. I've found these battery packs to be useful in the sense that you've always got a spare, but they discharge one-at-a-time, so you're really just using A until it runs out then flips over to B. Serially charging and Serially discharging, powering the camera. After having had the MB-N10 for my Z7ii, I'm still in sticker shock over the price of these newer battery packs. Plus SmallRig has discontinued rigs for the MB-10, and I'm thinking I may not really need the battery packs at all because they really don't discharge the two batteries in parallel, so what's the point in having it in the first place. You're really just carrying a spare tire around hoping you'll need it, but really a spare in your bag or pocket will be less expensive and less weight.
Answered by: Tim
Date published: 2024-06-21

what is the height of the Z8 with the MB-N12 ...

what is the height of the Z8 with the MB-N12 installed?
Asked by: Morphius
The height of the Nikon Z8 with the Nikon MB-N12 Power Battery Pack installed will be slightly under 7''.
Answered by: Elliot
Date published: 2023-12-01

can this be used for the z7ii?

can this be used for the z7ii?
Asked by: Maggie
No, the Nikon MB-N12 Power Battery Pack is strictly for the Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera. The Nikon Z7 II Mirrorless Camera would use the Nikon MB-N11 Power Battery Pack with Vertical Grip, BH #NIMBN11 (https://bhpho.to/3128Jbo).
Answered by: Yaakov
Date published: 2024-05-01

How many batteries come with the MB-12 in the ...

How many batteries come with the MB-12 in the box??
Asked by: Jim
None, only the following is include in box Nikon MB-N12 Power Battery Pack Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty Batteries are an essential item Nikon EN-EL15c Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery BH #NIENEL15C • MFR #27213 https://bhpho.to/3nPnzRd
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2023-05-12

Does it help with overheating?

Does it help with overheating?
Asked by: Philip
Yes, the Nikon MB-N12 Power Battery Pack will keep the battery away from the camera body and will not lead the camera to overheat as quickly.
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2024-08-17

What is the height of the Z8 with the MB-N12 grip ...

What is the height of the Z8 with the MB-N12 grip installed?
Asked by: Morphius
The height with the MB-N12 attached is right under 7'' inches.
Answered by: David B
Date published: 2023-12-01
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