It has come to our attention that counterfeit Nikon accessories are sold in various countries around the world.
Counterfeit accessories may not be equipped with safety mechanisms such as the protection device. When these counterfeit products are used or charged, the cameras performance may be sacrificed, or the products may be the cause of fire or explosion due to the generation of extreme heat or leakage. In the worst case, the camera may be damaged or people could be burned or otherwise injured.
Therefore, from both a performance standpoint and a safety standpoint, only the use of genuine Nikon accessories, equipped with safety mechanisms including the protection device, with your Nikon digital camera is recommended.
Can you tell simply by looking if this is a real or counterfeit Nikon MH-53 battery charger?
Counterfeit versions are virtually identical in appearance but may vary widely in performance and safety.
Always buy from authorized Ninon dealers.
Compare the fake Nikon MH-53 charger to the authentic charger. Although very similar, look closely at the different fonts used, particularly the "N" and "k" in the word "Nikon"
The fake charger has much whiter branding.
Look closely at the "Nikon" branding.
Note the smaller "v-notches" in the N and k on the authentic Nikon charger. The font is thinner and the notches deeper on the fake charger.
Here, the Nikon branding is virtually identical between the real and fake Nikon MH-53 chargers. However the fake MH-53 displays "Made in Japan" while the authentic MH-53 shows "Made in China."
The fake charger has whiter branding.
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