How To Remove a Nikon Z6II Z7II Battery Door Cover

[@gkzn123]

WOW Thanks so much. On my Z7ii the cover came right off, I was trying to twist it at the same time instead of how you told us to do it. So glad I found your video or I would have broken it. THANKS SO MUCH

[@Coolwildlife1]

I struggled as well, so afraid to snap it off.

[@robinaddleman3439]

after removing the screw I was thinking it would come right off but NOPE then I found you, thank you for the quick and super helpful video!

[@kaminobatto]

First off, thank you. Second, it is very sad that you literally had to call Nikon and I have to search KZbin for a video to show how this is done!!! Sometimes Nikon just baffles me. I just bought my grip to see if it breathes more life into my underutilized Z7II the primary reason for which is strictly ergonomics; however, this ordeal to remove the battery door cover ruined the joy of getting the grip and the fact that it only marginally improved the handling of the camera make me feel like I just wasted more money on a subpar Nikon product...

[@Coolwildlife1]

I hear you. I use the grip for the weight to balance out the 600mm on a tripod and for vertical so it served it purpose for my application.

[@darrinpachman2454]

Thanks, perfect

[@Coolwildlife1]

You're welcome Darrin

[@jeffreybruno833]

Thanks, brother! Worked like a charm :-)

[@Coolwildlife1]

Glad it helped

[@erichjager7996]

Thanks man! 1st is was the back cap on the nikor lens and now the damn battery door for the grip. Why do they not say how to do this in the manuals? Both times had to search the web for forums or videos. Wonder what else is next bought 2 new cameras or 3 should say, all nikons a Z9, Z7II and a Coolpix 950 as our older Canons and Nikons were over 10- 20yrs. But man did they go backward in usability.

[@kristoff91]

Life saver!

[@Coolwildlife1]

Glad it helped, I was really afraid of breaking the darn thing, those plastic pins don't look like they are very strong.

[@dominiclester3232]

I'm sorry, but you have not given us more information than 60 degrees either!! Pull equally on both hinges, or more on the longer side? More detail please.

[@dominiclester3232]

Having now watched another video: 60 degrees from vertical, ie 30 degrees from a closed position! Don't pull equally on the hinges, its the one on the long side of the battery door that releases. Do not force it, minimal effort is required.

[@Coolwildlife1]

Hi Dominic, Using my right hand, thumb and index finger, I pulled harder on the right side and it released fairly easily. Hope that helps.

[@dominiclester3232]

@@Coolwildlife1 Thanks, but see my second reply. Ps. Long/short side of the cover is less ambiguous than left /right.

[@Coolwildlife1]

@@dominiclester3232 Agreed I should record another video explaining this in more detail. I appreciate you taking the time to reply

[@Coolwildlife1]

Here's a link to the new video kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5msmGBsr9aYf8k which demonstrates the removal of the door cover

[@GrahamPhotog]

It would have helped if you had shown you actually removing the door.

[@Coolwildlife1]

Hi Graham, atht e request of many folks I recorded a longer video where I actually take the door off. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5msmGBsr9aYf8k

[@mirastudio4204]

Show it, man, Nothing working from your words.

[@Coolwildlife1]

Agreed, that’s why I did a second video that demonstrates what to do. Search Coolwildlife and Nikon battery door cover removal and you’ll find it. Good luck.

[@Coolwildlife1]

I made a new video that shows the removal of the cover. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5msmGBsr9aYf8k

[@ertsasius]

Thank you! I was really scared of breaking it and this i the only video that helped. I hope you don't mind me leaving a link to a video showing the actual moves you mention 🙏 - kzbin.info8xGP7Mij7iQ

[@Coolwildlife1]

Hi Antony. I also recorded a second video which provides a more detailed view of the actual steps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5msmGBsr9aYf8k

[@happyvisualsco]

@@Coolwildlife1 Ah! There it is 😊

[@rastogiatul]

Not very helpful. Just words unfortunately

[@billmaynard8628]

Here's a link to a second more detailed video that I recorded based on your feedback. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5msmGBsr9aYf8k

[@chocloditelensman]

No visuals.

[@Coolwildlife1]

I recorded a second video that I think you will find to be more helpful. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5msmGBsr9aYf8k

[@PragmaticPress]

this was a waste of 60 seconds.

[@Coolwildlife1]

I recorded a new video which will provide better instructions. www.google.ca/search?q=how+to+remove+battery+cover+on+nikon&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-ca&client=safari#kpvalbx=_yGCbZL6cBr2YptQP0JKw4Ao_30