Canon Battery Grip BG-R20

The Canon Battery Grip BG-R20 provides extended operating time, improved balance, and comfortable vertical controls for compatible EOS R-series cameras. Designed especially for the EOS R5 Mark II and newer high-performance bodies, it holds up to two LP-E6-series batteries and features an improved multi-controller position for more natural portrait-orientation shooting.

⭐ Key Benefits

• Holds one or two compatible Canon batteries

• Supports the high-output LP-E6P battery

• Approximately doubles shooting capacity with two matching batteries

• Dedicated controls for vertical shooting

• Improved multi-controller position compared with the BG-R10

• Larger gripping surface for greater comfort and stability

• Better balance with heavier RF lenses

• Dust- and moisture-resistant construction

• Standard tripod socket on the bottom

• Compatible USB charging and camera power delivery

• Batteries sold separately

🔋 Dual-Battery Capacity

The BG-R20 accepts up to two compatible Canon batteries:

• LP-E6P

• LP-E6NH

• LP-E6N

The grip can operate with either one or two batteries installed. Using two matching, fully charged batteries provides the longest shooting time and most consistent performance.

For cameras such as the EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R6 Mark III, Canon’s LP-E6P is strongly recommended. Older LP-E6NH and LP-E6N batteries can be used, but certain power-intensive camera features may be restricted and maximum shooting performance may be reduced.

The original LP-E6 battery is not recommended for the BG-R20’s newer compatible cameras.

⚡ Full Performance with the LP-E6P

The Canon LP-E6P is designed to supply the higher current required by Canon’s latest professional cameras. When the BG-R20 is paired with two LP-E6P batteries, compatible cameras can maintain access to demanding features such as high-speed continuous shooting, advanced video recording, network communication, and powered Multi-Function Shoe accessories.

Depending on the camera, using older LP-E6NH or LP-E6N batteries may limit:

• Maximum continuous-shooting speed

• Pre-continuous shooting

• Certain high-resolution or high-frame-rate video modes

• HDMI RAW output

• Simultaneous still and movie capture

• Network communication

• High-power Multi-Function Shoe accessories

For photographers purchasing the grip for an EOS R5 Mark II or EOS R6 Mark III, two genuine LP-E6P batteries are the ideal configuration.

📸 Natural Vertical Shooting Controls

The BG-R20 duplicates essential camera controls for comfortable portrait-orientation shooting. Its revised design places the multi-controller in a more convenient position than on the earlier BG-R10.

Vertical controls include:

• Shutter-release button

• Main dial

• Quick-control dial

• Multi-controller

• AF-ON button

• AE-lock button

• AF-point selection button

• Multi-function button

A grip control switch lets the photographer disable these controls when they are not needed, reducing the chance of accidental changes.

🤲 Improved Handling and Balance

The additional gripping surface gives the camera a more substantial, secure feel—particularly for photographers with larger hands or those working for hours at a time.

The grip also helps balance professional lenses such as:

• RF 24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM

• RF 28-70mm F2 L USM

• RF 70-200mm L-series zooms

• RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM

• Fast RF prime lenses

• RF super-telephoto lenses

Photographers who primarily use compact lenses or prioritize the smallest travel kit may prefer removing the grip when its added capacity is unnecessary.

🔌 Charging and Continuous Power

With a supported camera and Canon USB Power Adapter PD-E2, LP-E6P batteries can be charged without removing them from the grip. The camera can also receive operating power through the USB connection when compatible batteries are installed.

This is useful for:

• Long interviews and video productions

• Studio and tethered photography

• Time-lapse sequences

• Product photography

• Streaming and remote-camera operation

• Overnight battery preparation

Charging and power-delivery capabilities depend on the camera, battery, and power adapter combination.

🌦️ Professional Construction

The BG-R20 features dust- and moisture-resistant construction designed to complement compatible weather-resistant EOS R-series cameras.

While this provides additional confidence during outdoor assignments, the grip is not waterproof. Appropriate protection should still be used around heavy rain, blowing sand, salt spray, or extreme conditions.

🔧 Installation and Tripod Compatibility

The BG-R20 attaches through the camera’s battery compartment and secures firmly to the base of the camera. The camera’s removable battery-compartment door can be stored in the grip while it is attached.

A standard 1/4-inch tripod socket remains available on the bottom for use with:

• Tripod plates

• Monopods

• Camera straps

• Harness systems

• Studio mounting equipment

📋 Camera Compatibility

Compatibility and available battery functions can vary with the camera’s firmware and battery selection. Contact Cameragraphics if you would like us to confirm the correct combination for your camera.

📐 Key Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

• EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R6 Mark III owners

• Wedding and event photographers

• Portrait and fashion photographers

• Sports and wildlife professionals

• Filmmakers requiring extended operating time

• Photographers working with large RF lenses

• Studio and tethered shooters

• Anyone frequently working in portrait orientation

🔄 BG-R20 vs. BG-R10

The BG-R20 is the better choice when purchasing a new grip, particularly for photographers who may upgrade to a newer EOS R-series body.

🔄 BG-R20 vs. BG-R20EP

Choose the BG-R20EP only when its wired Ethernet connection is important to your professional workflow.

📦 In the Box

• Canon Battery Grip BG-R20

• Battery magazine

• Protective cover

• Manufacturer documentation

Batteries, chargers, and USB power accessories are sold separately.

🧰 Recommended Kit Additions

Complete the BG-R20 setup with:

• Two Canon LP-E6P batteries

• Canon LC-E6 battery charger

• Canon USB Power Adapter PD-E2

• RF 24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM

• RF 70-200mm L-series zoom

• Quick-release tripod or monopod plate

• Professional camera strap or harness

• Weather-resistant camera bag

For the best performance and predictable remaining-capacity readings, use two matching batteries of the same model and similar age.

🏪 Why Buy from Cameragraphics?

Cameragraphics is an authorized Canon dealer with professional photographers on staff. We can help confirm camera compatibility, explain the differences between the BG-R10 and BG-R20, and assemble the correct grip, battery, charger, and power-adapter combination.

We specialize in Canon’s current mirrorless camera system and do not stock DSLR products.

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