Any opinions on regular batteries over rechargeable batteries for this camera. I've only used rechargeable.
1090816
I've only used disposable, so I can't compare. I do now remove the batteries when I'm not using the camera. Just started that so I don't know if the batteries will last longer, but I hope so, because they weren't lasting very long keeping them in the camera. How do the rechargeable work?
1090817
We have about twenty of these at my work, and we only use Energizer Lithium AA's. No worry about a charger or running our of power; just carry one set of spare batteries. The lithiums last a long time too and have a 10 year shelf life. Most small cameras use rechargable batteries to get a smaller, rectangular size.
1090818
regular batteries don't seem to last nearly as long, rechargeable batteries really do seem to last much longer.
1090819
Tracy, I have used both and There is no doubt in my mind that you can't beat good old AA batteries, Lithium of course. A rechargeable battery will let you down in the middle of something and your stuck. I carry a extra pair of Lithium AA's in my camera pouch and you can even put a couple in your pocket if your going to take that many photos in one outing. You would have to be very busy to kill a fresh pair of AA's in one photo shoot.
1090820
See the number of reasons for using lithium AAs in digital cameras here:http://www.whatdigitalcamera.com/buying-advice/technology_guides/our-essential-guide-to-batteries/
1539362
Regular Lithium Ion batteries might be ok, but I would check with Canon first; they don't mention those in their manual and definitely do not use rechargeable Lithium ion batteries in this camera unless Canon says it's ok to do so. I was looking at a Nikon camera where they specifically mentioned that you can use regular Lithium ion batteries but not rechargeable Lithium ion batteries.
1887151
You can use AA rechargable batteries in this camera, or just regular AA. I only use it for a few at a time, so I am not sure I can comment about 100 in a day. Hope this is helpful
2259442
Yes, the batteries are rechargeable. The one that comes with the camera lasts a good while on a charge. I take a lot of pictures when I'm on a day trip so I ordered two more batteries just in case. I also like that the screen turns off when the camera is inactive, which reserves the battery life, and comes back on with the simple push of a button.
2040011
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?!
782331
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 ..
936516
Too late but....Don't buy camera with external AA batteries. I have a Canon A400, is the cheapest from Canon but Rechargeable batteries can make you spend more money. Buy with NiCd/mAh/lithium-ion integrated like SD600. Rechargeable AA batteries (I have Energizer 2100 mAh) won't last more than a year or two and now I have to buy more.
777078
I have not had a problem with the batteries. My use of the camera is occasional so I am not taxing thebatteries to any extent. I don't recall just how long I have had the camera, but to date I have had no need to change the batteries. To my knowledge this camera does not accept charging.
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I like this camera very much and, yes, it does have rechargeable batteries. However, the charge does not last as long as I would like. Previously I used cameras with rechargeable AA batteries and the charge lasted much longer. Depending on how you use a camera, this might affect your decision. I only use a camera while traveling and take lots of pictures every day so how long the charge lasts is important to me. I do keep extra batteries with me but it's kind of irritating to have to stop and change batteries during a 'Kodak moment' which lasts only a few seconds. While I am happy with this camera, I think I'll go back to the ones that use rechargeable AA batteries. I like this camera very much and, yes, it does have rechargeable batteries. However, the charge does not last as long as I would like. Previously I used cameras with rechargeable AA batteries and the charge lasted much longer. Depending on how you use a camera, this might affect your decision. I only use a camera while traveling and take lots of pictures every day so how long the charge lasts is important to me. I do keep extra batteries with me but it's kind of irritating to have to stop and change batteries during a 'Kodak moment' which lasts only a few seconds. While I am happy with this... » Read More I like this camera very much and, yes, it does have rechargeable batteries. However, the charge does not last as long as I would like. Previously I used cameras with rechargeable AA batteries and the charge lasted much longer. Depending on how you use a camera, this might affect your decision. I only use a camera while traveling and take lots of pictures every day so how long the charge lasts is important to me. I do keep extra batteries with me but it's kind of irritating to have to stop and change batteries during a 'Kodak moment' which lasts only a few seconds. While I am happy with this camera, I think I'll go back to the ones that use rechargeable AA batteries. « Show Less
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The camera uses it's own rechargeable battery. Battery life has been really good for me, which is a surprise because most that come with their own batteries tend to die quickly. Of course, I do shoot quite a bit thru the viewfinder. I also purchased some off-brand replacement batteries for spare swaps off Amazon and they were very affordable and work well.
1751017
I own S 3300 which has a rechargeable battery. Recently I purchased S 3500 for gifting it to my friend. I'm not using that one but I presume all Nikon Coolpix cameras have rechargeable batteries.
1514822
Yes i have the same camera. To make a long story as short as possible upper end cameras like this one just flat out require stronger batteries. No question. I bucked up and bought Lithium batteries and they last very long. At first I didn't like the expense, but when you think of how many pictures you can take and how long they last and what that $ amount averages out to it is a good deal for a good camera. I bought a pack of 12 8x Lithium from a store for 20.99. That averaged 1.75 per. I can get at least 600 shots and some video shots as well at the lower end HD video setting which still gives great video. The batteries have a shelf like of 15 years fully charged. 10 years for the 6x Lithium. I take about 200 pictures per month on average (give or take) so two batteries lasts me about 3 months for my use. That averages about 1.00 per month for the best battery. Not bad. This camera will die after 20-40 shots with a standard cheap-0 Alkaline battery. IF you want to use a cheaper battery then you should buy a cheaper camera that does not require as much power. That is the bottom line. I looked at Cannon, Sony, and several other cameras and they all had the same problem if you bought their upper end camera that used replaceable batteries....Hope this helps.....
387672
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.
864741
I use the Sandy Eneloop rechargeable batteries in my camera and they work fine. Also last longer than standard AA batteries.
1938131
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.
1787891
I use rechargeable AA's. I buy either Duracell or energizer, and depending on how much I zoom or use the special filters, I get around 200-250 pictures per charge. I keep two sets charged when I'm on vacation, one in the camera and one in my bag, just in case I need extras. I haven't taken any video, so I can't help with that. I've used photo lithiums in another Fuji and gotten pretty good results as well. I wouldn't recommend using just basic batteries unless it was an emergency because you don't get a whole lot of photo time with regular AA's.
643489
I don't have this camera but have been doing some extensive reading since I'm considering purchasing it. I'm going to guess the camera is not designed to charge rechargeable batteries but will accept them to power the unit. I would advise charging them with a charger designed for rechargeable batteries since I see not mention anywhere of the camera having this ability.