The Vello BG-N21 Battery Grip for Nikon Z Series Mirrorless Camerasfrom Vello BG-N21 Battery Grip for Nikon Z Series Mirrorless Camerasis designed for use with the Nikon Z 5, Z 6, Z 6 II, Z 7, and Z 7 II mirrorless cameras. It accepts two Nikon EN-EL15a or EN-EL15b rechargeable batteries (not included) to effectively double the camera's battery life and shooting time. The BG-N21 is equipped with an alternate shutter release that connects to the camera via an included 2.5mm shutter release cable, making the battery grip ideal for camera operation in portrait orientation. A convenient lock switch disables the controls to prevent accidentally triggering or changing settings.

The BG-N21 incorporates a USB-C charging port to allow recharging the batteries with the supplied USB-C power supply, without the need to remove them from the grip. Indicator LEDs show individual battery status at a glance.

Accepts Two EN-EL15a/EN-EL15b Batteries    Doubles Camera's Battery Life    Extends Shooting and Recording Time    Extended Grip for Vertical Composition    2.5mm Shutter Release Cable    Control Lock for Vertical Shutter Button    In-Grip Battery Charging via USB-C Port    Rubberized Nonslip Grip    Threaded 1/4"-20 Tripod Socket

• Doubles battery life and shooting time
• Alternate vertical shutter release
• In-grip battery charging with included USB-C power adapter
• USB input: 5V / 2.4A
• Battery status LEDs
• 1/4"-20 threaded tripod mount
• Strap mount

• Z 5

• Z 6

• Z 6 II

• Z 7

• Z 7 II

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this grip have trigger mechinism for the Z6?

A: Yes, it has a shutter release mechanism on the grip itself, and comes with the required shutter release cable for it to work with the Z6/6II/7/7II cameras.

Q: 2. Can I use this without issues on my Z6II? I only care about having an extra battery, not a shutter.

A: The Vello BG-N21 Battery Grip for Nikon Z 5, Z 6, Z 6 II, Z 7, and Z 7 II Mirrorless Camera will work without issues with the Nikon Z6 II. It will extend the battery life.

Q: 3. WILL THIS WORK WITH BATTERY EN EL 18C?

A: No, it does not.

Q: 4. Will it work with D500?

A: No. The Nikon D500 uses a different grip. It would use the Vello BG-N17-2 Battery Grip for Nikon D500 DSLR Camera linked here. https://bhpho.to/362YTbb. And if you want the Nikon original Nikon MB-D17 Multi Power Battery Pack for D500 you can find that linked here. https://bhpho.to/3qE3utV

Q: 5. Just installed to my Z6, and connected the shutter cable. Flipped the switch to on, but it does nothing. Even with the cable connected, and switch turned to 'ON', still does not work the shutter. Am I missing something? A setting in camera maybe?

A: If you installed at least one fully charged compatible battery, carefully following all instructions, it should work. Try taking it apart and installing it again, slowly and carefully.

Q: 6. This battery grip work on the Nikon Z50? O your know the battery grip for Nikon Z50? Thanks

A: Unfortunately, there are no compatible battery grips for the Nikon Z50 at this time.

Q: 7. Does the BG-N21 work with EN-EL15c batteries?

A: Yes the BG-N21 would work perfectly with the EN-EL 15c batteries.

Q: 8. Exact size? I am trying to add this to a non-Arca L-bracket (Wephoto).

A: The dimensions for the Vello BG-N21 are 1.8 x 5.4 x 2.9".

Q: 9. Will this battery grip fit and work on the Nikon Z5?

A: Yes. The Vello BG-N21 Battery Grip BH #VEBGN21 • MFR #BG-N2, would work for the Nikon Z 5, as well as the Z 6, Z 6 II, Z 7, and Z 7 II Mirrorless Camera.

Q: 10. Does the Vello BG-N21, when attached to a Nikon Z6ii or Z7ii, correctly fit into Kirk BL-Z7IIG L-Bracket for Nikon Z 7II and Z 6II with MB-N11 Battery Grip BH #KIBLZ7IIG • MFR #BL-Z7IIG?

A: The fitment on the Kirk BL-Z7 II G L-Bracket is based on the Nikon MB-N11 Battery Grip. Your results may vary when using it with the BG-N21.