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Black vertical battery grip with dual shutter buttons and textured rubber finish

Nikon Inc

Nikon MB-D17 Multi Battery Power Pack for D500

SKU CH-W3CB-V2ZAZ

A battery grip for the D500 that adds a vertical shutter release and accepts eight AA cells or EN-EL 15 and EN-EL 18a lithium-ion packs

  • TypeBattery
  • Extended shooting time with EN-EL 15 or EN-EL 18a batteries
  • Vertical shooting comfort with dedicated shutter release and Fn button
  • Flexible power from eight AA batteries using MS-D12 holder
  • Direct EN-EL 18a use without extra holder needed
  • AC power option via EH-5b adapter and EP-5B connector

Battery Pack for Nikon D500

The Nikon MB-D17 is a multi-power battery pack designed specifically for the D500 camera body. It extends shooting capacity by accepting either a single EN-EL 15 or EN-EL 18a lithium-ion battery or eight AA cells using the supplied holders. Integrated vertical controls include a shutter release and function button for comfortable portrait orientation handling.

Suits extended sessions and vertical work

Photographers shooting long events, wildlife sessions or studio work gain extra frames per charge and a secure vertical grip. The pack also supports the EH-5b AC adapter via the EP-5B connector for continuous mains power. Buyers who only need occasional extra batteries or prefer a lighter body without a grip should consider separate cells instead.

Steady output during long shoots

Under sustained use the pack delivers consistent power whether fed by lithium-ion cells or AA batteries, avoiding the voltage sag that can cut a burst short. The dual-holder system lets you swap power sources without removing the pack from the camera, maintaining steady operation through extended sequences. No battery holder is required when using the EN-EL 18a cell.

Highlights

  • Extended shooting time with EN-EL 15 or EN-EL 18a batteries
  • Vertical shooting comfort with dedicated shutter release and Fn button
  • Flexible power from eight AA batteries using MS-D12 holder
  • Direct EN-EL 18a use without extra holder needed
  • AC power option via EH-5b adapter and EP-5B connector

Specifications

BrandNikon
ModelNot Available
TypeBattery

Questions about this item

Which Nikon camera body is the MB-D17 grip designed for?

The MB-D17 attaches to the D500 body to provide vertical controls and extended power options.

Can I use my existing EN-EL15 batteries with this grip?

Yes, the MB-D17 accepts a single EN-EL15 or EN-EL18a battery using the supplied MS-D12EN holder.

How do I confirm the grip is communicating with the D500 after attaching it?

The D500 will display the battery type and remaining charge for the MB-D17 on its top LCD and in the viewfinder.

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