Mike Lamb Posted November 15, 2009 Report Share Posted November 15, 2009 I've been using the same 4 NiMH "AA" Nuon brand rechargable batteries for my digital camera for almost 3 years. I got them from BatteriesPlus and I have to say I've been very happy. I still use them but they are starting to drain quicker than I'd like. I'm going to buy more of the same. My only complaint is the charger got tempermental a couple years ago where I have to plug it in several times before the batts would start to recharge. Wondering what others use. I read Energizers are poor. Sanyo are good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inspector57 Posted November 15, 2009 Report Share Posted November 15, 2009 I have used the Sony brand that came with my cameras for several years until they died a few months ago and I was happy with them (actually stole my wife's when she got some with a new camera) The batteries lasted longer than the cameras[] I am currently using Duracell NiMH rechargeable with the corresponding ACCU 15 minute charger with no complaints except the the charger fan is a little loud (but it only runs for 15 minutes.) The quick charge is good since I can pop them in the charger and be assured of a full charge before leaving in the morning if I have failed to remember my normal routine. I tend to charge them regularly, not just when they run down. My guess is that any battery made today is better than the best from 5 years ago due to technology changes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kurt Posted November 15, 2009 Report Share Posted November 15, 2009 I get replacement batteries from http://www.cellularfactory.com I've had good luck with any of the >2300mAh ; they have the best prices on OEM batteries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottpat Posted November 15, 2009 Report Share Posted November 15, 2009 Right now I'm using Energizer 2500mAh in my camera and I can get an untold amount of pictures from a single charge. I think the ones I'm using now are a couple of years old. I go for cheap or whatever is on sale when I need to replace them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terence McCann Posted November 15, 2009 Report Share Posted November 15, 2009 I've had the best results from Duracell however I'm still not impressed. I'm amazed that Scott gets that type of performance out of Enegizer batteries as I can only squeeze one inspection out of a charge (on a good day). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark P Posted November 16, 2009 Report Share Posted November 16, 2009 I've had the best results from Duracell however I'm still not impressed. I'm amazed that Scott gets that type of performance out of Enegizer batteries as I can only squeeze one inspection out of a charge (on a good day). Ditto, I have to swap them out after every inspection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottpat Posted November 16, 2009 Report Share Posted November 16, 2009 I've had the best results from Duracell however I'm still not impressed. I'm amazed that Scott gets that type of performance out of Enegizer batteries as I can only squeeze one inspection out of a charge (on a good day). Ditto, I have to swap them out after every inspection. I think the key is the 2500mAh, also not every picture is a flash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inspector57 Posted November 16, 2009 Report Share Posted November 16, 2009 A lot depends on your camera, I currently use an older model Cannon that that uses 4 AA while some of the "less durable" units have only two. Also, power saving settings like automatic flash and LCD review can stretch battery life. I never have a problems with my current camera with 4 batteries, but always had to carry spares for the ones with only two. Just a side note, I was made aware by another inspector that Cannon offers an out of warranty repair service on their cameras which is excellent. I rolled over and broke the LCD screen on my current camera a few years ago and just replaced it with a new one but never was satisfied with my options. I then tried the repair service on my old faithful and less than 3 weeks and $100 later I had a like new camera! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Dirks Jr Posted November 16, 2009 Report Share Posted November 16, 2009 For those that have access to Costco, they have a Sanyo Enlope rechargable kit. It has 8 AA's, 2 AAA's, adapters for C and D, plus the charger all for $20. I'm using them all around my house. So far, so good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Raymond Posted November 16, 2009 Report Share Posted November 16, 2009 I have had several different cameras in the last 4 or 5 years that use(d) AA batteries. I get the best results with Energizer Lithium disposable batteries. My current camera has been running 11 months on the same two AA's. I reverse one of the batteries when not using the camera, but any other battery I have tried is usually dead in a day or two, even the rechargables. Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blazenut Posted November 16, 2009 Report Share Posted November 16, 2009 I bought the duracells and the energizers (each around 20 bucks). The energizers are junk, i only use them to fill up space in the charger so i can charge my duracells. I never let them run out though, i charge them after 3 or so inspections. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark P Posted November 16, 2009 Report Share Posted November 16, 2009 I've had the best results from Duracell however I'm still not impressed. I'm amazed that Scott gets that type of performance out of Enegizer batteries as I can only squeeze one inspection out of a charge (on a good day). Ditto, I have to swap them out after every inspection. Mine are 1700mAH, so I guess I need more "mAh", whatever that is. I think the key is the 2500mAh, also not every picture is a flash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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