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p.1 #1 · Sterling Tek Batteries

I've been a Sterling Tek battery user now for about 2 years, but I wanted to pass along some props for them.

Over Thanksgiving weekend I was shooting an ice hockey tournament. I charged up 3 sets of Sterling Tek BP511 batteries, and went about my business. On Friday I shot 15 games in 9.5 hours, and on Saturday I shot 10 games in 7.5 hours. Both rinks were extremley cold. Colder than I've ever experienced for indoor ice hockey.

Well, over the 2 days and 17 hours of nearly continuous shooting, I shot somewhere in the neighborhood of 4,000 images with my 40D/BG-E2N and a 70-200 2.8 IS lens, and NEVER changed batteries. I still have the same 2 batteries in the grip today and they are still going strong.

I've always known they were good batteries, but this seemed supernatural.

Dec 03, 2008 at 05:59 PM

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p.1 #2 · Sterling Tek Batteries

Agreed !!! That was exceedingly good shooting time.

I too get very good use from my Sterling Tek batteries !!! & their chargers are light weight.

Dec 03, 2008 at 06:10 PM

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p.1 #3 · Sterling Tek Batteries

Yep - long time user and I love 'em too.

Dec 03, 2008 at 09:28 PM

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p.1 #4 · Sterling Tek Batteries

Hey, I will join in the SterlingTek love-fest!

I use a pair of their BP511 replacements in my gripped 5D. They last forever....

Dec 03, 2008 at 10:59 PM

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p.1 #5 · Sterling Tek Batteries

Count me in on the SterlingTek kudos list! Replaced all my OEM BP511s with Sterling Teks a couple of years ago....best investment I ever made!

W-a-y less expensive, and last much longer!

Dec 04, 2008 at 03:34 PM

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p.1 #6 · Sterling Tek Batteries

Same set going strong thru a 20D, two 30D's, and now a 2nd 40D...amazing.

Dec 04, 2008 at 03:42 PM

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p.1 #7 · Sterling Tek Batteries

I was a happy SterlingTek user as well. Had them on my XT for a year and half. No problems whatsoever.

When I upgraded to the 30D, of course I had to get a SterlingTek spare. Used it for 15 months, alternating with the Canon battery. Worked flawlessly, until recently. Charger orange light comes on and stays on. But camera won't start up, with flashing low battery symbol.

I'm hoping it's just a fluke. Thinking about ordering another as they are so cheap.

Dec 04, 2008 at 11:00 PM

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p.1 #8 · Sterling Tek Batteries

Been asking Sterling Tek about the LP-E6 battery for the 5D Mk II. They told me it will be out in a couple of weeks ... about 4 weeks ago. Meanwhile I ordered one from Adorama for $80, waited for about a week, and they have now informed me that it shipped out last week. Because the LP-E6 is a "smart battery" maybe I should do the smart thing and order another original Canon from Adorama. At least they are cheaper by $20.

FWIW, I am still waiting for my 5D II that I ordered from Amazon on Sept 17. Sheesh!

Dec 07, 2008 at 07:23 AM

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p.1 #9 · Sterling Tek Batteries

bobbytan wrote:
Been asking Sterling Tek about the LP-E6 battery for the 5D Mk II. They told me it will be out in a couple of weeks ... about 4 weeks ago...

Bobby, any update with Sterlingtek? I just shot them an e-mail, but was wondering if you might have heard anything from them.

Thanks!

Aug 25, 2009 at 09:52 PM

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p.1 #10 · Sterling Tek Batteries

Gee, I hate to monkey-pile, but Sterling Tek is excellent. Never any problem.

Aug 25, 2009 at 10:08 PM

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p.1 #11 · Sterling Tek Batteries

TERRIBLE customer service!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HATE THEM.

Bought two 511 knock offs, They did not engage properly in my Canon battery grip and were totally unusable. I called them about the problem and was told that was once a problem but no longer and I would have to return them at my cost for replacement. WHAT?!?!? Stupid, stupid, stupid.

I only buy original Canon batteries now.

Aug 25, 2009 at 10:41 PM

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p.1 #12 · Sterling Tek Batteries

Also been a satisfied customer for about 2 years. They have been great...no issues ever.

Frank Lauri

Aug 27, 2009 at 12:29 AM

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p.1 #13 · Sterling Tek Batteries

ronnymills wrote:
TERRIBLE customer service!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HATE THEM.

Bought two 511 knock offs, They did not engage properly in my Canon battery grip and were totally unusable. I called them about the problem and was told that was once a problem but no longer and I would have to return them at my cost for replacement. WHAT?!?!? Stupid, stupid, stupid.

I only buy original Canon batteries now.

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If they are willing to replace your batteries with newer ones that shouldn't be cause for saying that their service is terrible just because you have to pay postage. Another satisfied SterlingTek user here.

Aug 28, 2009 at 03:37 AM

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p.1 #14 · Sterling Tek Batteries

They had a design problem, they knew they had a design problem, they sent me the ones with the design problem, they wanted me to pay to send back defective product they should not have sent me in the first place. They did not work from day one. Why should I take a 25% hit on a product I could never use? THAT is horrible customer service.

I don't care if you or anyone is satisfied with them. I had a terrible experience and I should be able to give my opinion/experience to those who have not made up their minds.

Aug 28, 2009 at 03:43 AM

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p.1 #15 · Sterling Tek Batteries

BTW: I recently purchased over $150 worth of batteries and guess what .... Not one was from Sterling Bleck!

PS They all work!!!
PSS or PPS (Whatever) I still saved lotsa $$.

Aug 28, 2009 at 04:21 AM

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p.1 #16 · Sterling Tek Batteries

They sent me some completely wrong batteries in a mixed order yet the packing list rporesented the bnatteries that shoudl have been shipped. Also, one of them did not fit so well and another one did not last too long. Some batteries were fine. Overall it is not worth the hassle of buying 2nd rate batteries IMO.

EBH

Aug 28, 2009 at 11:18 AM

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p.1 #17 · Sterling Tek Batteries

To each his own. I suspect your unfortunate problem(s) represent statistical blip for an otherwise OK brand. Stuff happens

Aug 29, 2009 at 12:34 AM


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