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[dennford]

Just prior to my recent trip north I read about a new nmh battery that holds it's charge. unlike all other rechargeable nmh batt's which will go flat after a relatively short period, Sanyo's eneloop batt's will hold thier charge for more than could be reasonably expected.

What does that mean? it means that I can have a set of charged batteries in either my camera or as a backup and even after a couple or three months without using - they will still have sufficient charge for me to use. Unlike most batteries that would be useless after this sort of period.

These batteries are as expected more expensive - but not by much, so if it sounds interesting, have a look at this independent review.

http://www.stefanv.com/electronics/sanyo_eneloop.html


                                                  Denn

[Gadget]

Those look very good indeed, Den. Thanks for listing 

For those in UK, here's a link to suppliers:

http://www.eneloop.info/1031.html


Gadget

[dennford]

I have only been using mine for a short period of intensive use, but the real test will be when I put my camera away for a month or so. I am confident though.

"Sanyo claims a self-discharge rate of about 15% per year (compared with about 1% per day for regular NiMH offerings)"

                                                Denn

[Chipesch]

Uniross Hybrio are the same technology. They are available at Wilkinson stores. (around £8 for four AA ) I have been using them for a few months. Very good they DO hold charge for much longer.

Bob