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Tamrac end-opening case: Good protection but slipping the G11 in and out rotates the knobs. Also the hot shoe catches on a seam coming out. (This was my old A650 case, but any well-fitting, end-opening case can silently change the G11’s knob settings.)

Canon PSC5100 top-opening leather case: Great looking and good impact protection, but a tight fit. The case was designed for the slightly smaller G10. Case was stretched by the G11 but I need the case’s unprotected end holes to get hold of the G11 and wiggle it out.

Half dollar sized end holes must be in the Canon case so the camera’s neck strap can be used as the case’s strap too. I don’t attach the neck strap Canon provides with the G11. Instead I use a thin, short, wrist strap which goes easily into all three cases.

Caselogic TBC-303 top-opening fabric case is conveniently zippered and fits G11 nicely, but the flexible case lets you accidentally push the “on” button. Fortunately the G11, like others, seems designed to tolerate this misstep, soon giving up trying to extend the lens.

If you carry your camera in a front trouser pocket, as I do, then the Caselogic seems best. It is thinner than the Canon with its extra leather flap and its stiffness. The Caselogic also collapses when empty so it is easy to stuff back in my pocket when the camera is out.

If I were carrying the G11 in a day pack or purse I would use the Canon case. With its stiff edges and extra leather it seems like better protection when banging into something.

Caselogic TBC-303 Medium Camera/Camcorder Case (Black) Feature

• Camera case compatible with ultra compact point and shoot cameras
• Durable dobby nylon and interior padding protect your camera against daily wear and tear
• Belt loop allows for easy transport
• Zippered pocket stores memory cards and other small accessories
• Internal Dimensions: 4.25″ x 2.75″ x 1.5″

Caselogic TBC-303 Medium Camera/Camcorder Case (Black) Overview

Case Logic is obsessed with organization! No matter who you are, what toys, tools or technology you have, where you are, or where you are going, Case Logic is your partner in managing the things that matter to you. We are the “stuff wranglers” that make life easier. Caselogic TBC-303 Medium Camera/Camcorder Case (Black) is Compatible with compact cameras and camcorders. Durable dobby nylon and interior padding protect your camera against daily wear and tear Carabiner and belt loop allow for easy transport Zippered pocket stores memory cards and other small accessories Internal Dimensions: 4.25″ x 2.75″ x 1.5″ 25 Year Warranty!

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I don’t know why people are claiming to have problems getting the gray latch to secure the battery in place in the Olympus E-P1. The battery not only looks and feels exactly like the OEM battery, but it fits perfectly in the battery compartment. I’m looking at it right now. Fits just fine. So don’t let those few reviews keep you from getting this as a backup battery for your E-P1. I have two of these and I’m pleased as punch.

As to the life of the battery, they come with almost a full charge. About 30 mins on the Olympus BCS-1 battery charger and they were good to go. They seem to last a little bit longer, too. The label on the OEM says 1080 MAH, but these replacements are rated at 1800 MAH, so you’re getting even more juice (more MAH = longer lasting).

My final verdict? Don’t waste the extra cash on the Olympus brand batteries. These are not only cheaper, but they are almost certainly better. Buy them.

Maximal Power DB OLY BLS-1 Replacement Battery for Olympus Digital Camera/Camcorder (Black) Feature

• Olympus Digital Battery Replacement
• BLS-1

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Maximal Power, BLS-1 Lithium-Ion battery for Olympus Digital Camera/Camcorder, 1800 mAh, Black

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