Can I use any charger to charge Sanyo Eneloop? I previously purchased Canon CBK4-300 AA battery charger to be used with Canon rechargeable batteries for my Canon Powershot digital camera. My batteries are exhausted after using them for a while. After doing some research, I found that Eneloop is better but if there is not much difference, I want to keep my charger. Would anyone be kind to tell me if there is any downside of using Canon charger with Eneloop?Your advice is very much appreciated! Can I use any charger to charge Sanyo Eneloop? I previously purchased Canon CBK4-300 AA battery charger to be used with Canon rechargeable batteries for my Canon Powershot digital camera. My... » Read More Can I use any charger to charge Sanyo Eneloop? I previously purchased Canon CBK4-300 AA battery charger to be used with Canon rechargeable batteries for my Canon Powershot digital camera. My batteries are exhausted after using them for a while. After doing some research, I found that Eneloop is better but if there is not much difference, I want to keep my charger. Would anyone be kind to tell me if there is any downside of using Canon charger with Eneloop?Your advice is very much appreciated! « Show Less
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I have a Energizer CHCC. It says on the back I can charge 1-4 AA at a time. Is this a good charger? charges at 380mA. Why would I consider the more expensive ones listed above?
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Jonathan,Based on the product manual, the CH1HR-2 is a 'smart' charger in that it will detect when a cell is fully charged (delta-V detection) and then stops charging. My only concern is that its charging current is relatively high at 2.5A. That means it takes just 50 minutes to recharge a set of eneloop 2000mAh cells. As a general rule, faster charging rate (under 1 hour) is bad for battery lifespan in the long run. So you should get the SONY charger (which has a more gentle charging rate of 2-4 hours) and use it for routine charging. Reserve your Energizer '1-hour' charger for emergency use only. Jonathan,Based on the product manual, the CH1HR-2 is a 'smart' charger in that it will detect when a cell is fully charged (delta-V detection) and then stops charging. My only concern is that its charging current is relatively high at 2.5A. That means it takes just 50 minutes to recharge a set of eneloop 2000mAh cells. As a general rule, faster charging rate (under 1 hour) is bad for battery lifespan in the long run. So you should get the SONY charger (which has a more gentle charging rate of 2-4 hours) and use it for routine charging. Reserve your Energizer '1-hour' charger for... » Read More Jonathan,Based on the product manual, the CH1HR-2 is a 'smart' charger in that it will detect when a cell is fully charged (delta-V detection) and then stops charging. My only concern is that its charging current is relatively high at 2.5A. That means it takes just 50 minutes to recharge a set of eneloop 2000mAh cells. As a general rule, faster charging rate (under 1 hour) is bad for battery lifespan in the long run. So you should get the SONY charger (which has a more gentle charging rate of 2-4 hours) and use it for routine charging. Reserve your Energizer '1-hour' charger for emergency use only. « Show Less
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MHM,Instead of paying ~$63 for an 8-cell charger, I suggest buying two 4-cell chargers, namely:- La Crosse Technology BC-700 Alpha Power Battery Charger, and- Sony Cycle Energy BCG34HRE4KN Quick with Refresh Charger and 4 Pre-Charged 2000 mAh AA BatteriesYour total cost is lower (~$53) and you get 4 LSD cells for 'free'. You also have greater flexibility with two chargers - use one mainly for home and one for travel, for example.
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I was thinking about purchasing Maha PowerEx MH-C801D Eight Cell 1-Hr Charger - Battery charger - 1-2 hr - 8xAA/AAA, but the La Crosse Technology BC-9009 AlphaPower Battery Charger sounds very attractive. I'd like to be able to charge eight cells at a time, but realistically, charging four would be just fine. I do need to be able to charge a single cell, however. I'm trying to convert all my cameras and bicycle lights to low-discharge AA and AAA cells (Eneloops), so I'm willing to invest in a decent charger.Suggestions?
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According to the user manual for Energizer CHDC7 ( http://data.energizer.com/PDFs/chdc7.pdf ), its charging current is 450mA, and it has "delta V cut off and timer control". The only problem is that it charges in pairs. If you only use even number of batteries, then it is still acceptable.
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Thank you very much NLee. You have confirmed what I was suspecting... after much reading around the web and on Amazon. I really appreciate you taking the time to do that.I'll get the Sony one.All the best to you... Jonathan
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Yes, actually I use rechargeable batteries AA. I have two brands, phillips and sony, and Sony batteries work much more better. If you use Sony batteries around 2000 mAh (I think mine are 2100) camara will last a long long time. Sony charger worked excellent with sony and other brands batteries. Besides that, this canon take good pictures with the right day light, not at noght (like most of its kind), and flash consumes a lot of battery and takes some time to recharge after the light. But for the price, is great. The optical zoom is good, the digital is not. And finally, it has also manual settings.
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I have been using this charger on Eneloop batteries for the past year. I have stopped using the Eneloops on critical items because they have a low charge protect circuit built in each battery. They shut down abruptly with little warning instead of getting gradually weaker as they discharge. I still use them for music players and game toys.The MH-C800S charger works as advertised and I really appreciate it giving a charge status on each battery.
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I'm using this with rechargeable batteries since around 5 months without any issues. The ones I'm using are from Eneloop (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009LU9150/ref=oh_details_o09_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&ps;c=1), wonderful capacity; charger I'm using is also from Eneloop only (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0058GZWXQ/ref=oh_details_o09_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&ps;c=1)
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STK CB-5L Canon BP-511 BP-511A Battery Charger - for Canon EOS-5D, Canon EOS-40D, Canon EOS-50D, Canon EOS-20D, Canon EOS-30D, Canon EOS-1D, Canon EOS-10D, Canon EOS-Digital Rebel, Canon EOS-D60, Canon EOS-300D, Canon EOS-D30, Canon EOS Kiss, Canon Powershot G1, Canon Powershot Pro1, Canon Powershot G2, Canon Powershot G3, Canon Powershot G5, Canon Powershot G6, Canon Powershot Pro90 IS, Canon Optura 20, Canon Optura Xi, Canon Optura 10, Canon Optura 200MC, Canon Optura Pi, Canon Optura 100MC, Canon MV700i, Canon MV650i, Canon ZR-60, Canon ZR-80, Canon ZR-85, Canon ZR-10, Canon ZR-40 STK CB-5L Canon BP-511 BP-511A Battery Charger - for Canon EOS-5D, Canon EOS-40D, Canon EOS-50D, Canon EOS-20D, Canon EOS-30D, Canon EOS-1D, Canon EOS-10D, Canon EOS-Digital Rebel, Canon EOS-D60, Canon EOS-300D, Canon EOS-D30, Canon EOS Kiss, Canon Powershot G1, Canon Powershot Pro1, Canon Powershot G2, Canon Powershot G3, Canon Powershot G5, Canon Powershot G6, Canon Powershot Pro90 IS, Canon Optura 20, Canon Optura Xi, Canon Optura 10, Canon Optura 200MC, Canon Optura Pi, Canon Optura 100MC, Canon MV700i, Canon MV650i, Canon ZR-60,... » Read More STK CB-5L Canon BP-511 BP-511A Battery Charger - for Canon EOS-5D, Canon EOS-40D, Canon EOS-50D, Canon EOS-20D, Canon EOS-30D, Canon EOS-1D, Canon EOS-10D, Canon EOS-Digital Rebel, Canon EOS-D60, Canon EOS-300D, Canon EOS-D30, Canon EOS Kiss, Canon Powershot G1, Canon Powershot Pro1, Canon Powershot G2, Canon Powershot G3, Canon Powershot G5, Canon Powershot G6, Canon Powershot Pro90 IS, Canon Optura 20, Canon Optura Xi, Canon Optura 10, Canon Optura 200MC, Canon Optura Pi, Canon Optura 100MC, Canon MV700i, Canon MV650i, Canon ZR-60, Canon ZR-80, Canon ZR-85, Canon ZR-10, Canon ZR-40 « Show Less
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Horrible idea to use "fast" chargers with quality rechargeable batteries! Many other chargers will charge your batteries at too high a rate and reduce both the life span and total number of cycles for your batteries. The Panasonic charger that is often sold with these batteries will charge your eneloops at the correct rate recommended by both Sanyo and Panasonic engineers to optimize the life of your batteries, (300mA for AA and 150mA for AAA). Plan ahead and have other charged batteries on hand...fans of "fast charging" will NEVER get the maximum capacity, performance or life span that slow charging batteries can give you. Horrible idea to use "fast" chargers with quality rechargeable batteries! Many other chargers will charge your batteries at too high a rate and reduce both the life span and total number of cycles for your batteries. The Panasonic charger that is often sold with these batteries will charge your eneloops at the correct rate recommended by both Sanyo and Panasonic engineers to optimize the life of your batteries, (300mA for AA and 150mA for AAA). Plan ahead and have other charged batteries on hand...fans of "fast charging" will NEVER get the maximum capacity, performance... » Read More Horrible idea to use "fast" chargers with quality rechargeable batteries! Many other chargers will charge your batteries at too high a rate and reduce both the life span and total number of cycles for your batteries. The Panasonic charger that is often sold with these batteries will charge your eneloops at the correct rate recommended by both Sanyo and Panasonic engineers to optimize the life of your batteries, (300mA for AA and 150mA for AAA). Plan ahead and have other charged batteries on hand...fans of "fast charging" will NEVER get the maximum capacity, performance or life span that slow charging batteries can give you. « Show Less
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I have used many Sanyo eneloop AA cells in my old Canon S1, new Canon S5, Canon 420EX flash unit, etc. I believe low-self-discharge batteries are idealy suited for digital cameras, especially for intermittent shooting. There are people who claim that ordinary NiMH cells are better because those are rated 2700mAh instead of 2000mAh. But I never have the need to shoot 500 pictures in one day. Plus I keep one set of spare batteries in the camera bag anyway. Ordinary NiMH cells self-discharge so fast, you always have to recharge the batteries just before shooting. Plus there is no point in keeping a spare set because it would become exhausted by the time you need it. I have used many Sanyo eneloop AA cells in my old Canon S1, new Canon S5, Canon 420EX flash unit, etc. I believe low-self-discharge batteries are idealy suited for digital cameras, especially for intermittent shooting. There are people who claim that ordinary NiMH cells are better because those are rated 2700mAh instead of 2000mAh. But I never have the need to shoot 500 pictures in one day. Plus I keep one set of spare batteries in the camera bag anyway. Ordinary NiMH cells self-discharge so fast, you always have to recharge the batteries just before shooting. Plus there is no point in... » Read More I have used many Sanyo eneloop AA cells in my old Canon S1, new Canon S5, Canon 420EX flash unit, etc. I believe low-self-discharge batteries are idealy suited for digital cameras, especially for intermittent shooting. There are people who claim that ordinary NiMH cells are better because those are rated 2700mAh instead of 2000mAh. But I never have the need to shoot 500 pictures in one day. Plus I keep one set of spare batteries in the camera bag anyway. Ordinary NiMH cells self-discharge so fast, you always have to recharge the batteries just before shooting. Plus there is no point in keeping a spare set because it would become exhausted by the time you need it. « Show Less
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I would probably get the latest Panasonic charger. I don't think those Sanyo chargers use all of the modern features of a smart charger, you might have overcharged your cells and Eneloops don't like being overcharged, or well any LSD NiMH cell. You'll need to get your model number of that charger so people can help determine whether it's your charger. Also if you got an infrared thermometer (the one that you can point and click with the laser) so you can see how hot those cells get. Usually they don't go above 110F in the La Crosse charger and the Panasonic charger should be less intense.
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I agree with earlier answers. The external battery charger from Amazon has worked well for me for the several months I've owned the camera. I keep a battery charging so that I can swap in a fresh battery at the beginning of a day of heavy shooting, or carry it as a spare if the battery in the camera dies. The external charger that I purchased came with two batteries, so that means I have three batteries to play with.
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That energizer charger will charge your batteries at too high a rate and reduce both the life and number of cycles of your batteries. The Panasonic charger that is often sold with these batteries will charge your eneloops at the correct rate recommended by both Sanyo and Panasonic engineers to optimize the life of your batteries, (300mA for AA and 150mA for AAA).
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I actually use an Energizer charger for my Eneloops. And, yes, it is a smart charger in that it stops charging when the battery is "full".And, as far as shelf life. My kids use them for their gaming controllers and swap the batt's in charger when it's time. I use them in my digital camera and don't have to worry about the battery being dead after sitting for month. I keep a new set in the bag just in case they do die on me. I also use them in my remote controls.I would not recommend their use in smoke detectors, clock radios, or anything that will put a continual and uninterrupted drain on them. Those are what alkaline batteries are for. I actually use an Energizer charger for my Eneloops. And, yes, it is a smart charger in that it stops charging when the battery is "full".And, as far as shelf life. My kids use them for their gaming controllers and swap the batt's in charger when it's time. I use them in my digital camera and don't have to worry about the battery being dead after sitting for month. I keep a new set in the bag just in case they do die on me. I also use them in my remote controls.I would not recommend their use in smoke detectors, clock radios, or anything that will put a... » Read More I actually use an Energizer charger for my Eneloops. And, yes, it is a smart charger in that it stops charging when the battery is "full".And, as far as shelf life. My kids use them for their gaming controllers and swap the batt's in charger when it's time. I use them in my digital camera and don't have to worry about the battery being dead after sitting for month. I keep a new set in the bag just in case they do die on me. I also use them in my remote controls.I would not recommend their use in smoke detectors, clock radios, or anything that will put a continual and uninterrupted drain on them. Those are what alkaline batteries are for. « Show Less
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We are lucky if the rechargeable batteries last 3 hours...so very annoying. I started doing a little research and found that these rechargeable batteries are the best on the market : eneloop AA 1800 cycle, Ni-MH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries, 4 Pack (discontinued by manufacturer) Anyone have any experience with them?! They have really good reviews. I'm wondering if I do get them if I should get a better battery charger, if it really matters at all?!
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I just went through the same battle, although I have different needs. I have to say either is a great choice but I went with the Canon due to the zoom being a little less, a compromise in hopes that it will have better low light response. I also had a Canon before, so the operating system was a more familiar. Can't tell you yet if that was a wise choice of not. I have had the camera for three days and have had little time to play with it. Here is a comparative review that I found helpful: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/Q110superzoomgroup/ I saw another review but can't find it again that really played up the Nikon as a much better choice. But it seemed to be written by people reading specifications rather than actually using the camera. I don't think you can wrong with either. The Canon is bulkier and uses 4 double AA batteries which add to the weight. The nice thing about the double AAs is that you have a far easier time getting batteries if you run out of power, but at the cost of weight. If you do get the Canon, get at least 8 Sanyo Eneloop rechargeable NIMH batteries Sanyo Eneloop 4 Pack AA NiMH Pre-Charged Rechargable Batteries w/ Charger. They hold their charge when not used much better than normal NIMH batteries. As the link indicates you can get them here at Amazon. With 8 Eneloops you should never run out of power (providing that you keep them charged of course). If you buy the Nikon, I would recommend looking into a spare battery and a charger. Good luck with your new camera, which ever one you choose!
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Hello Travis, yes you "can" charge your Eneloop on any nickle metal halide (NIMH) charger, including the Energizer one, but be aware that the Warranty on the Eneloop is only valid if charged with an Eneloop/Sanyo charger. For $20, you can buy the basic Sanyo/Eneloop charger that charges only in pairs, for less than $30 you can buy the Eneloop charger that charges 4 batteries individually( and also has two bays that will "quick charge " in 1 hour). Since the 3rd generation Eneloops can be charged 1800 times, I bought the best Eneloop charger and love it. Right now Costco has a $20 package with 12 batteries, the basic eneloop charger and a few spacers to boot. My answer comes to you after I reviewed the "Eneloop" frequently asked questions website. Hope this helps.
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I have 2 different after market chargers (this being one of them) and have used 4 different brands of after market batteries in them and in the Canon charger. I bought dual chargers because I use a battery grip. All of the chargers worked with all of the mixed brand batteries and when I have had an issue with charging a specific battery it has always been the battery and not the charger. Since this is for a 6D (new to the market) I'm assuming that you just purchased this battery and you're attempting to charge it for the first time. I believe your issue is a bad battery and not a quirky charger. Hope this helped. P.S Nice camera, Enjoy! I have 2 different after market chargers (this being one of them) and have used 4 different brands of after market batteries in them and in the Canon charger. I bought dual chargers because I use a battery grip. All of the chargers worked with all of the mixed brand batteries and when I have had an issue with charging a specific battery it has always been the battery and not the charger. Since this is for a 6D (new to the market) I'm assuming that you just purchased this battery and you're attempting to charge it for the first time. I believe your issue is a bad battery and not a quirky... » Read More I have 2 different after market chargers (this being one of them) and have used 4 different brands of after market batteries in them and in the Canon charger. I bought dual chargers because I use a battery grip. All of the chargers worked with all of the mixed brand batteries and when I have had an issue with charging a specific battery it has always been the battery and not the charger. Since this is for a 6D (new to the market) I'm assuming that you just purchased this battery and you're attempting to charge it for the first time. I believe your issue is a bad battery and not a quirky charger. Hope this helped. P.S Nice camera, Enjoy! « Show Less
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I'm using Powerex 2700 mAh rechargeables (which even after breakin are more in the 2400-2500 mAh range) and get over 400 shots easily, however that's with minimal use of the flash.Sanyo Eneloops would also be excellent batteries for this camera.I would never consider using nonrechargeables in a digital camera. If you take a lot of photos then rechargeables will more than pay for themselves.
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Sorry for the first "short" answer. These batteries are so crappy that the best charger in the world won't do better to make up for their less than advertised capacity (in my experience) and poor performance in a small digital camera. If your going to spend more money get eneloops.