No surprises. More expensive than some brand without copies available on the internet but you have to compare like with like because this is a Canon handle up to the Canon products. Perfectly compatible with my 450D on mounting and automation plan. Greatly facilitates the handling of the device, especially with an installed flash or pictures in portrait mode. Too bad that we should remove the cover of the battery compartment to mount the handle (can not make it fit into the handle without disassembling it, as in previous models) but Canon has planned a place to keep it hidden in the handle. No donations worry, this cache is easily removed and hands (only the handle must be removed, making it will never happen because once in place, we can not part with them ...: - ). The only slight drawback that should not deter you from this Canon handle. Great product! And delivered on time!