How long to charge the battery? Should you buy a back-up for trips?
1530112
I purchased a camera bottom attachment that allows for two batteries to be connected and also two more batteries and a 2nd charger. The double battery set up lets me video and photo for about 30 to 45 minutes or about 400 - 500 hi def photos without charging. charging the batteries on the separate chargers takes about 30 minutes. The extra batteries also allow me to just have the spare set when the camera set is getting low. PS: I purchased off brand name batteries from Amazon with the "high amp" ratings and have no problem with holding charge or charging.
1530113
It does really well with the battery that comes with. And all depends on how much use you use with the lens (auto Focus )the flash etc. but it never hurts to have a backup battery for those long trips. However you have to buy the Nikon you can't buy no cheap battery. Because if you do buy the cheap battery it won't work on the Nikon at all. It has to be a Nikon brand. The one downfall I don't like about Nikon.
1530114
I don't know exactly how long to charge, I usually plug it in at night and let it charge overnight. However, I would definitely buy a back-up to have ready.
1530115
Yes, if you're going to be taking pictures at night and you're using your flash.
1530116
Always have a back up battery for trips or special events. You may not have time to complete a charge when doing a lot of sightseeing when traveling. In the event your battery may be getting toward the end of it's life, it may require more frequent charges. You don't want to be with a weak battery on those special occasions
1530117
I have the battery pack that used two batteries and yes I do carry two extra batteries and my charger when I go on a trip. If a battery is completely dead it will take almost two hours to charge it.
1530118
It doesn't take much time to charge the Nikkon's battery (less than 1 hour for sure!) and as it is lithium it lasts a lot of time. Of course it depends on the quality of photos you're taking. To more pixels and to higher quality the camera needs more battery and memory. When I bought this camera it came with 2 lithium batteries and a grip which enables you to add 4 AA batteries. If I were you I would buy a back-up to make sure you don't run out of battery while taking pictures. Photographers advise to do it. I hope this information will be useful to you.
75402
Depends on the batteries, I use interstate 3000mah rechargeable batteries and it still has a full charge after using for days, every battery is different, even rechargeable ones, best bet would be to buy a good pair of 3000mah batteries or better and you'll never have to stop short in the middle of a vacation to buy batteries
1989517
Will vary, depending on your quality setting (i.e.. standard vs HD). In standard mode, I get 2 to 2 1/2 hours (depending on if you do a lot of zooming in and out). Starting the day with fresh charges on both this and the smaller battery (for a backup) that came with the camera, I didn't have any trouble when I went to Europe earlier this year. Stayed out all day long sightseeing, and never worried about running out of power.
1990927
I bought a Sony BCTRV Travel Charger and an extra Sony battery. I just find it easier for me to just have an extra battery or two. The charger is pretty quick: 4 hours to charge. Sony is definitely the best.
1333418
I usually plug it in overnight. I think it takes a few hours to charge. It depends on how low the battery is when you charge it.
127622
The mfg suggests recharge every night. I have used just here in my hime & outdoors for a week or more & not noticed it going down at all. I would guess at steady use if you turn off when at a stop it would easily stay charged 8-10 hours. The battery gets used faster if it is cold , or if you go faster or clumb more inclunes. Hope that helps, I've been very satisfied with this product.
1344516
1) no. 2) I have used a battery pack and it charges the camera's battery just fine 1-4 hours and during this downtime you cannot use the camera till it is finished charging. After my purchase I contacted the company and asked several questions also made a few recommendations as a customer that could make the camera more user friendly etc. No response! I am currently researching for another camera that will fit my needs and use this one as a backup or spare.
303049
Be sure to follow the instructions in the manual re: first charge of the battery-- realize that your laptop will be off-use for 24 hrs. I have found that how long a charge lasts depends on what I an doing online; e.g., if I have been viewing a lot of video, charge goes faster. I mostly monitor by mousing over the power icon. Be sure to go down to 11% (ck manual) at least once/week for about 4x, as directed in manual, to extend battery's lifespan. Hope this helps. BTW: Anker's cust service is great too.
4491
automatically charges when you plug it into your computer, although if you feel the need to have more than 5hrs of recording time, a second battery and a travel charger would be recommended. a must get is the 16gb micro sdhc card tho. should hold about 6-7 hours of 720p video.
534546
A hour or two. Very worthwhile. The price is cheap enough to have sufficient power to do the job. Don't plan on a quick recharge. Just have enough for the job. If the job is very long. You can recharge while the other batteries are working.
1730346
Sometimes it takes 12 hours, I bought 2 battery packs, They last me about a week of riding for about 40 minutes every morning before I have to change. I leave them plugged in to the light so there is always a bit of current draw even with the light off. I have ridden for > 3 hours on a charge and still used it the next day. I really like this unit even if it does take 12 hours to charge.
1883231
Realistically, I get 3 to 4 hours for each battery. I bought a backup and that will usually get me through a full day of caching. Of course, if you use the cradle, it will charge your unit while you're driving between stops!
390745
Battery life seems pretty good, but I definitely recommend the accessory kit that is only $19 and includes an extra battery and an external battery charger. Better to always have a extra charged battery on hand!
734092
I bought my battery as a replacement and I charge it about about every four days. I haven't had a battery strictly as a backup
82686
Typically with lots of use it generally lasts 1-2 hours depending on use and takes approximately 3 hours for the battery to charge up to full capacity again. I hope this helps with your decision.
1829018
If you don't fully charge the battery the first time, is can develop a memory and you will never get the "full use" of it. ALWAYS charge anything with a rechargeable battery at least 12-24 hours before use (cell phones, cordless phones, GPS, etc) it will just ensure you don't need a new battery for years.
599336
I have taken one fully charged battery on day trips, taking pictures the whole time. I always bring a back-up (fully charged) battery in my camera bag, and have yet to need it! So the exact life of the charge I can't say, but they seem to last very long to me. Hope this helps a little.