Harry Krause wrote:

Just wondering.

My little camera speedlight uses four AA batteries and gives me about
160 or so flashes before they need to be replaced. They're not
expensive, but I don't always have a fresh set available, and I don't
always remember to stop and buy some before I go out with my camera.

So, I've been thinking about getting four rechargeable NiMH batteries
for about $2.50 each, and a charger. Sony and others offer a
charger-battery combo for about $30.

I'm wondering how long these NiMH batteries "hold" their charge if they
are freshly charged? If it is several weeks between camera use, would I
be wanting to recharge them prior to taking the camera out to use?

Any experience?

Thanks.



I've gone that route in the past...but unless you use the camera flash
often, the NiMH batteries might be a pain.
I get my AA's from Costco. I get the package of 16 for around $ 20.00
(Duracell 'Ultra' brand). Every once in a while 'Consumer Reports'
does a report on batteries. I'll check my back issues to see what they say.