Rechargeable batteries: Among those of you who've been using this camera, is that true?
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I also use SONY NI-MH batteries and I haven't experienced any problems. I think what they meant to emphasize was to use NiMH type of rechargeable batteries. Here is what Olympus recommends: Ni-MH Quick Charger and Battery Set (B-90SU) http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_section/product.asp?product=1393&fl=5 "What is the difference between Nickel Cadmium (NiCad) and Nickel Metal Hydride (NIMH) batteries? Both NiCad and NiMH batteries are rechargeable. The main difference between the two is the fact that NIMH batteries offer higher energy densities than NiCads. In other words, pound for pound, NIMH delivers approximately 30% more capacity than its NiCad counterpart. " Reference: http://www.batterymart.com/c-battery-facts-faqs.html#lith-alk
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The battery is rechargeable. I bought it a couple of years ago and did not use it too much, so I gave it to my brother. He loves it because you can film underwater, but to be honest it did not work out for me since there is NO DIFFERENCE between this camera and filming with your standard camera (in my case a Sony Cybershot). Hope my answer is useful to you! Regards from Argentina, Gabby
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Rakisha,,,,,,,,I have this camera & I use the ( High Density core durecell AA-batteries..I have used the camera for 3 months now, & still show half charge...they cost just a little more but there worth It....Hope this helps....Tim M''
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The answers to your questions are both yes. Battery is rechargeable and the camera ships with a charger. I am still very pleased with the camera.
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Yes, It has a rechargable battery. It last a long time between charges. I bought an extra battery pack so I'll always be ready. They are super nice cameras with lots of features. Great zoom!
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I plug the camera in before the occasion. Sometimes an hour or two, sometimes overnight. The battery has held out just fine each time I have used it if it is charged, but I've yet to use it for an all day event so I can't say how long it lasts. It certainly doesn't deplete quickly if that's a concern. I have not timed the charging process, but a couple of hours is sufficient to return to full capacity from near zero.
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Yes. I've been using the batteries and charger in lieu of the battery that came with the camera.
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Hi you ask if this camera come with recargable battery, I told you that is true
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You can recharge the battery at any time. It doesn't have to completely run out. I do it when i expect to take pictures for a while.
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I have now sent in my camera to Nikon for the third time!!!! Mine would NOT work on rechargable batteries. My suggestion is to NOT buy this camera if u plan to use rechargables. Alkaline seem to work well but we travel a lot and don't want to carry a backpack full of alkaline batteries ..
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The receiver contains a non-removable rechargeable lithium-polymer battery. I'm not quite sure how long it last because I keep mine plugged in all the time. The cameras have no batteries and need to be plugged into a power source. I have both mine mounted outside since 9-13, and have not had any problems, even in the sub zero elements here in Wis this year.
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Yes. The batteries are rechargeable. 1 hr recharge enabled me to take over 150 snaps and 5-6 30 sec to 1 min videos.
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Yes, the battery is rechargable, though only in the camera (which is a pain if you are shooting a lot of images). There are aftermarket chargers and batteries so you need not be limited.
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hmm- good question. I did not pay attention to that. I have been using the battery for a few weeks now and its working fine-holds a longer charge than the default camera battery that comes with camera from Sony.
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No. I've had this camera for many years and never had a problem. Probably depends what battery you're using. They don't last forever -- even tho rechargable.
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Yes, the batteries are recharegable, and you just plug it in. Great camera!
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I've never timed it, but I went for an extended horseback ride with friends, shooting video every few minutes, for sometimes a few minutes at a time, and never ran down the battery. Did probably a dozen little vids, and still pics, too. I've never run out of battery, but after I've used the camera quite a bit, I put it in the nifty wall charger, so that I don't get out there and find a dead battery. Hate that! Love my camera!