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|| SportsShooter.com: Member Message Board Best Rechargeable Batteries Eric Jones, Photographer Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 9:51 PM on 11.29.10 ->> I've been going through batteries like crazy at weddings and now it's time to buy the rechargeable batteries. Can you recommend a good brand that will hold a good charge as right now I don't mind paying for a good brand. Someone mentioned Lenmar but wasn't sure what everyone was using. Thanks for any feedback/comments. Thanks Eric  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Shelley Cryan, Photographer New England | CT | USA | Posted: 10:23 PM on 11.29.10 ->> Check out Powerex batteries with MAHA charger, sold by Thomas Distributing online. I bought the 8-battery charger and several 4-packs of batteries a few years ago and have been very happy. I haven't used a non-rechargeable AA in my flashes since then, and they've never let me down. Seems expensive at first, but they pay for themselves in short order, and better for the environment too. And no, I'm not associated with them, just respect a good product.  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Philip Johnson, Photographer Garland | TX | USA | Posted: 10:36 PM on 11.29.10 ->> +1 for Powerx by Thomas Distributions and these hold their charge when not using them.  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Philip Johnson, Photographer Garland | TX | USA | Posted: 10:41 PM on 11.29.10 ->> Oh sorry about that I meant the IMEDION hold there charge when not using them. The PowerEX have a higher higher charge rating.  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Dave Einsel, Photographer, Photo Editor Houston | TX | United States | Posted: 10:43 PM on 11.29.10 ->> +2 for Powerex  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Joel Hawksley, Student/Intern, Photographer Athens | OH | USA | Posted: 11:07 PM on 11.29.10 ->> Sanyo ENELOOP. They just don't die.  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Mark Peters, Photographer Highland | IL | USA | Posted: 11:54 PM on 11.29.10 ->> Maha Powerex.  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Daniel Goncalves, Photographer Jacksonville | FL | USA | Posted: 12:07 AM on 11.30.10 ->> My vote goes to sony's eneloops. Good stuff.  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Natthawat Wongrat, Photographer, Student/Intern Bangkok | Bangkok | Thailand | Posted: 2:49 AM on 11.30.10 ->> Sanyo eneloops are the best.  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Travis Haughton, Photographer Crystal Lake | IL | USA | Posted: 4:06 AM on 11.30.10 ->> I've been happy with my Eneloops as well. Make sure you pick up a good charger, I recommend this one: http://www.amazon.com/Powerex-MH-C800S-Eight-Smart-Charger/dp/B000LQMKDS/re...  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Andrew Nelles, Photographer Chicago | IL | usa | Posted: 4:13 AM on 11.30.10 ->> I'm using both Powerex and Eneloops. Both are fantastic. The powerexs last a little longer in the flashes, but the Eneloops are great for spares in the camera bag. +1 on a good charger being important. I'm currently using two of these. http://www.amazon.com/Crosse-Technology-BC-700-Battery-Charger/dp/B000RSOV5...  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Mark Peters, Photographer Highland | IL | USA | Posted: 7:58 AM on 11.30.10 ->> The Maha MH-C9000 charger is fantastic. Very customizable. 4 independent slots (each can be set to a different function. each with selectable charge/discharge rates). Five modes of operation * Charge: * Refresh & Analyze: at the end gives you the actual battery characteristics allowing you to put together matched sets. * Break-In: * Discharge: * Cycle: http://www.thomasdistributing.com/shop/maha-mhc9000-advanced-battery-charge...  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Jack Kurtz, Photographer Phoenix | AZ | United States | Posted: 8:59 AM on 11.30.10 ->> I also use Eneloops and the La Crosse BC700 charger. Been very happy with them both.  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Michael Chang, Photographer Robertsdale | AL | USA | Posted: 9:10 AM on 11.30.10 ->> Eneloops here as well. I use them in my battery grip for my D300. I can shoot close to 3000 shots before I need to recharge them.  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions John Cheng, Photographer New Milford | CT | USA | Posted: 10:09 AM on 11.30.10 ->> Another vote for Sanyo Eneloop. They don't lose charge and outlast most battery packs.  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Eric Jones, Photographer Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 11:00 AM on 11.30.10 ->> Thanks for the feedback, just ordered the Powerex MH-C800S charger and Eneloops. This is why it's great to be a member at ss. Thanks  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions David Chandler, Photographer East Grand Rapids | MI | USA | Posted: 5:14 PM on 11.30.10 ->> You will love the charger that is for sure. I use the Powerex and not positive that the Enloops but I highly recommend draining and then recharging the batteries at least 3x before bringing them to something important. I believe some of the chargers actually have this cycling process.  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Jeroen de Jong, Photographer Waalwijk | _ | Netherlands | Posted: 6:46 AM on 12.01.10 ->> I also have a Maha-charger (for eigth cells) and Eneloops. I should have bought them earlier.  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Ethan Klosterman, Student/Intern, Photographer Dayton | Ohio | | Posted: 6:58 PM on 12.06.10 ->> I have 8 Sanyo ENELOOP AAs and 4 LaCrosse AAs & AAAs that came with my LaCrosse wall charger.  This post is:  Informative (0) | Funny (0) | Huh? (0) | Off Topic (0) | Inappropriate (0) |   Definitions Add your comments... If you'd like to add your comments to this thread, use this form. You need to be an active (paying) member of SportsShooter.com in order to post messages to the system. NOTE: If you would like to report a problem you've found within the SportsShooter.com website, please let us know via the 'Contact Us' form, which alerts us immediately. It is not guaranteed that a member of the staff will see your message board post. Thread Title: Best Rechargeable Batteries Thread Started By: Eric Jones Message: Member Login: Password: Return to --> Message Board Main Index

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