Literally what I have been missing, can't recommend this grip enough. Only negative thing I can't point out, it makes your R6/R5 a little heavier. It feels good holding your camera especially if you have big hands

As far as battery grips go... It is expensive. In addition, the thumb dial is in a strange location that does not ergonomically make sense. Besides the two previous statements, the battery grip is great. The added power and functionality help to shoot all day, which is a problem with the R5/R6. The batteries can be charged from the grip, and ensure that the mechanical shutter speed stays higher for longer (normally the mechanical shutter speed dips with battery percent). The grip feels natural in the hand, and helps give the R5/R6 a more professional feeling.

I'm an enthusiast photographer. I have an R5, had the R, and a number of Canon DSLRs in the past. I currently transitioned to shooting portraits and this grip is amazing. Given the price of the R5, I was going to hold off on buying the grip, but holding it in portrait mode was uncomfortable. However, the grip not only makes holding it easier, but the button and joystick placement is a lot more natural for me than the current placements on the R5 itself. I still struggle to find the right button on the R5, but on the grip, I just know where things are and can quickly do what I need. The grip is also a good size for my hands (male), making me enjoy holding the R5 vertically as opposed to landscape mode. The grip does add to the weight, a lot more than the grip for the EOS R, I believe. And when combined with two batteries AND one of the chunky RF lenses Canon has made (mine is the RF 85mm 1.2), the camera ends up being a bit heavy. Personally, I don't mind because it feels sturdier as a result, but is something to consider as well. It's also a bit expensive, in my opinion at $350. I was able to get it with gift cards and such, so I didn't pay much. But price is another reason why I wanted to wait on buying the grip but I was fortunate enough to be able to get it. Love this grip a lot more than the EOS R grip and think it's a key addition to the R5.

love it its how the R5 should of came. i have bigger hands so its alot better to have a nice grip on my r5 and not feel like its going to drop. also the 2 batteries is great. yes its not a cheap grip but does it pay for itself yes. makes it feel more balanced as well.

DSLR shooter making the conversion to mirrorless. The Canon R5 is a dream come true and has the best ergonomics of any camera I have used. I add grips to all my cameras for ease of handling and especially added battery longevity. Had such high hopes for this grip, waited three months to receive. Canon quality is excellent, but the attachment is very awkward and no amount tightening removes all the wiggle, never feels secure on camera. Button layout as well in NOT intuitive like my other grips. I have average size men's hands and finger placement is very cramped, my pinky does not fit in the allotted space. As much as I wanted this it actually ruins the camera experience for me. I will return.