"CSM1" bravely wrote to "All" (30 Dec 04 17:00:24)
--- on the heady topic of " Olympus C700 - Progress at last!"


Been hearing about NiMH batteries setting people's pockets on fire
from their cell phones. Could be a heads up moment?


CS From: "CSM1"
CS Xref: aeinews alt.comp.periphs.dcameras:664 aus.photo:1504

CS Alkaline AA batteries are your problem. Alkaline batteries are not
CS able to supply the high current for a digital camera for very long.
CS There is probraly nothing wrong with your camera, it is doing what it
CS should do with Alkaline Batteries.

CS The best battery to use for a digital camera is equal to or greater
CS than 1600 MAh NiMh (Nickel Metal Hydride). These are rechargeable and
CS cost around $10 for a set of 4 batteries. The charger for these
CS batteries, fast charge (about 1-2 hours) is about $30.

CS Lion batteries are also good for digital cameras.

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CS CSM1
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.... The current limits placed are based on resistance