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Nikon MB-D17 vertical battery grip in black with shutter button and controls

Nikon Inc

Nikon MB-D17 Multi Battery Power Pack camera accessory

SKU CH-X7BY-X4VJ1

Multi-power battery grip for the D500 that adds a vertical shutter release and runs on AA cells, EN-EL15, EN-EL18a or AC

  • Product typeAccessory
  • Extended shooting sessions with up to eight AA batteries
  • Vertical shooting ease via dedicated shutter release button
  • Flexible power from EN-EL15 or EN-EL18a Li-ion cells
  • AC adapter compatibility through EH-5b and EP-5B
  • Secure battery mounting with MS-D12 or MS-D12EN holders

Nikon MB-D17 for D500

The Nikon MB-D17 Multi Battery Power Pack attaches to the Nikon D500 digital camera to extend shooting time. It provides a vertical grip with its own shutter release and Fn button for comfortable portrait orientation. Photographers who need more frames per charge will find it useful.

Power options: AA, EN-EL15, EN-EL18a or AC

The pack accepts eight AA cells in the MS-D12 holder, a single EN-EL15 in the MS-D12EN holder, or an EN-EL18a with no holder required. It can also run from an EH-5b AC adapter via the EP-5B connector. Choose the source that matches your workflow.

Vertical controls and flexible power change handling

The extra shutter release and Fn button make upright shooting steadier and faster. Swappable battery holders let you switch between disposable, rechargeable or studio power without removing the grip. Buyers who want built-in charging or a single fixed battery type should look elsewhere.

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Price $263.99
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Product typeAccessory

Questions about this item

How many more shots can I expect with the MB-D17 on my D500 compared to the camera alone?

The pack significantly increases the number of shots per charge using either eight AA cells, one EN-EL15, or one EN-EL18a battery, but the exact multiplier is not quantified.

Which battery holder do I need for each power option on the MB-D17?

Use the MS-D12 holder for eight AA batteries, the MS-D12EN holder for an EN-EL15, and no holder is required for an EN-EL18a.

How does the MB-D17 attach to the D500 and what controls does it add?

It mounts to the camera base and provides a vertical shutter release button plus an Fn button for easier portrait orientation shooting.

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