So, as I’m slugging away at this Promaster stuff, something came to mind that I realized I should make sure you, our dear readers, are all aware of.

So, I’m putting up a slew of third-party camera batteries. Now, I’m going to stay very consciously neutral on the stance of replacement batteries versus OEM. Obviously both sides will pitch that theirs is the way to go, and it’s a mess I’m willing to let them do the work for. But, here’s what you need to know from a consumer’s point-of-view, because I know in this economy the difference in battery prices can override other considerations:

If you use a third-party battery in a camera that’s still under warranty, there’s an almost complete chance across the board that you just voided that warranty. And that’s the truth, and it’s something you should keep in your mind when you’re eyeing these Promaster replacement batteries I’m putting up.

If your camera is out of warranty, well, that’s a different ballpark. As far as third-party batteries go, we carry Synergy, Delkin, and now Promaster. We also carry full stocks on OEM batteries from the right manufacturers (except that pesky battery for the 5D Mk II which is currently about as rare as corporate punk rock bands I don’t want to punch).