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<blockquote data-quote="Photowyzard" data-source="post: 83953" data-attributes="member: 8344">Another quick update, I got a chance to review the Nikon MB-D12 Grip for the D800 with the more expensive Pro battery on it.&nbsp; Very nice piece of equipment.&nbsp; It is solidly made, all metal inside from what I could tell.&nbsp; NOTHING in the MB-D12 is compatible with the Meike grip.&nbsp; You cannot used any battery sleeve from one into the other.The connections pins on the Nikon grip are on the LEFT side, on the Meike, on the RIGHT.&nbsp; Even if the trays fit, it won't work.From a FEEL perspective, I can't tell the difference between the two.&nbsp; Maybe, the Nikon grip is a tad heavier because it is better built.&nbsp; Slightly heavier weight gives it a slightly more solid feel, but it isn't a game changer by any stretch of the imagination.I have been reading everywhere, STICK WITH NIKON BATTERIES in the Meike and you will be fine.&nbsp; Honestly, I think these cheap grips are a steal.I also think the Nikon grip is a very nice grip, buy my opinion on the price has not changed, WAY TOO EXPENSIVE, especially with the bigger battery!Dials all felt the same.&nbsp; The toggle felt the same, the latch on the Nikon is a little more solid feeling for the tray.If you have money to burn, the Nikon is very nicely made, water resistant to boot! The Meike is well made too,&nbsp; but not quite the same and certainly not water resistant.Now that I have seen both and have handled both, I can honestly say, I will give the physical quality nod to the Nikon grip but the Meike is no slouch for the money.&nbsp; Great value, through and through.&nbsp; Unless you are a pro, get the cheaper grip.</blockquote>

[QUOTE="Photowyzard, post: 83953, member: 8344"] Another quick update, I got a chance to review the Nikon MB-D12 Grip for the D800 with the more expensive Pro battery on it. Very nice piece of equipment. It is solidly made, all metal inside from what I could tell. NOTHING in the MB-D12 is compatible with the Meike grip. You cannot used any battery sleeve from one into the other. The connections pins on the Nikon grip are on the LEFT side, on the Meike, on the RIGHT. Even if the trays fit, it won't work. From a FEEL perspective, I can't tell the difference between the two. Maybe, the Nikon grip is a tad heavier because it is better built. Slightly heavier weight gives it a slightly more solid feel, but it isn't a game changer by any stretch of the imagination. I have been reading everywhere, STICK WITH NIKON BATTERIES in the Meike and you will be fine. Honestly, I think these cheap grips are a steal. I also think the Nikon grip is a very nice grip, buy my opinion on the price has not changed, WAY TOO EXPENSIVE, especially with the bigger battery! Dials all felt the same. The toggle felt the same, the latch on the Nikon is a little more solid feeling for the tray. If you have money to burn, the Nikon is very nicely made, water resistant to boot! The Meike is well made too, but not quite the same and certainly not water resistant. Now that I have seen both and have handled both, I can honestly say, I will give the physical quality nod to the Nikon grip but the Meike is no slouch for the money. Great value, through and through. Unless you are a pro, get the cheaper grip. [/QUOTE]

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