batteries deals
Digital Camera eats batteries. Has anybody dealt with this before?
I just bought a new Canon Powershot A550. The type of rechargable battery I used in it was used up in about 9 shots, but they warned me this might happen with that type. The batteries in the box it came in didn’t last much longer either. Since sending it in for repair might result in me getting a refurbished camera, has anyone found a solution to this problem other than spending money to get it repaired, or can anybody tell me what i could be doing wrong?
Normal alkaline batteries just don’t do it for digital cameras because of the high instantaneous current required to run a digital camera. (This includes all batteries such as “Duracell” and “Super Heavy Duty” etc) These types of batteries will appear to the camera to be flat even when they aren’t because they just don’t have the capacity to give the camera what it wants.
Some places still sell rechargeable Nickel Cadmium Batteries (NiCd), and these batteries cannot cut it for digital cameras. There are also rechargeable alkaline batteries and these aren’t great either.
The only type of rechargeable to get is Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH), and the higher capacity the better. This capacity is typically rated in milliamp hours. A medium capacity battery for a camera will have say 1600 MAH whereas a high capacity battery will have more than 2000 MAH. Some even go as high as 2600 MAH. Get the highest that you can.
One downside is that NiMH batteries go flat in the camera if you do not use them. In a camera that uses 2 batteries, this can happen in as little as a week.
My advice is get a couple of sets of high capacity NiMH rechargeable batteries (2000 MAH or higher) and use these as much as possible. Also however buy one or two sets of Lithium batteries (non rechargeable) these last a long time but are wickedly expensive. Have one set of lithiums for backup in case you need the shot but the rechargeables are all flat. Soon as you can put freshly recharged batteries in and again keep the lithiums in reserve. Unused lithium batteries will last for years.
Many cameras have a menu setting which can flatten the batteries for you prior to recharging. ONLY IF you are using NiMH batteries is this a good idea. Vendors tell you that NiMH are not prone to “memory effect” and therefore do not need to be totally flat before being recharged, but this is not true. NiMH bateries should be discharged before being recharged. If the camera can’t automatically discharge them, then keep using the camera until it won’t go anymore, then recharge them.
Hope this helps.
|
|
EatSmart Precision Pro – Multifunction Digital Kitchen Scale w/ Extra Large LCD and 11 Lb. Capacity The EatSmart Precision Pro Digital Kitchen Scale is a versatile multifunction home appliance. Designed to be highly accurate and aesthetically pleasing, the Precision Pro is manufactured to the highest quality specifications. Weigh items up to 11 lbs quickly and accurately, with results displayed in four different units: grams / ounces / pounds / kilograms. For cooks – Weigh food items directly on… |
|
|
Cuisinart CSB-76 SmartStick 200-Watt Immersion Hand Blender The versatile stick design of the Cuisinart Smart stick Hand Blender lets users blend ingredients right in pots, pitchers, bowls, or clear plastic beaker that’s included. A powerful 200-watt motor operates with an easy one-touch control. Blends drinks, purees soup, mixes pancake and crepe batters in seconds! Both stainless steel blending shaft and beaker are dishwasher-safe…. |
|
|
Presto 03510 FlipSide Belgian Waffle Maker $49.99 PRESTO 03510 WAFFLE MAKER BELGIAN 1350W. The professional-style rotating design bakes extra-thick Belgian waffles in minutes.The unique 180 flip design evenly spreads the batter for waffles with a crispy outside and fluffy, tender inside.Countdown timer and digital display signals when baking time is up.Easy to store! Dual function base locks in a vertical position for compact storage.1-year limit… |
|
|
The Impossible Dream $5.00 All products are BRAND NEW and factory sealed. Fast shipping and 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed…. |
|
|
Stanky Legg $0.34 All products are BRAND NEW and factory sealed. Fast shipping and 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed…. |
|
|
Dayglo $14.98 … |
|
|
Contech CRO101 Scarecrow Motion Activated Sprinkler $59.99 The Contech Electronics Scarecrow Motion-Activated Sprinkler presents an innovative, humane way to keep pets and wildlife from disturbing your yard and garden without the use of complicated traps or potentially hazardous chemicals. The sprinkler combines a surprise spray of water with unexpected motion and noise to create a safe, effective deterrent to unwanted visitors, helping keep your garden l… |
|
|
Belkin Mini Surge Protector Dual USB Charger $13.30 Protect your electronic devices while traveling…. |
|
|
Black & Decker Pivot Vac 18V Cordless Pivoting Hand Vac, PHV1810 $50.00 Exclusive 10 position pivoting nozzle provides ultimate vacuuming accessability up high, down low, and in between. Integrated extension nozzle for 50% more reach in tight areas. 18V of power and strong motor provides 35% more suction power. Cylonic action filter stays clean so that suction power stays longer. EZ Clean wheel system instantly improves suction power. 3 stage filtration provides clean… |
|
|
Panasonic TY-EW3D2MMK2 Ultimate 3D Starter Kit (Avatar 3D + 2 Rechargeable Glasses) $399.95 3D Ultimate Pack 3D Active Shutter EyewearApprox .088 lbsSize medium 3D Eyewear Headsize 23.6″ AroundRechargeable Battery for Repeated UseBuilt-in battery is charged using a USB terminalEasy to-operate slide switchMakes it easy to turn the power on and off3D Ultimate Pack includesOne Copy of AVATAR Blu-ray 3D Disc A PANASONIC EXCLUSIVEExperience Avatar in 3D at home!Two Pairs of Active Shutter 3D … |
|
|
Sony 3DBNDL/ALICE 3D Deluxe Starter Kit, Black $121.49 Sony 3DBNDL/ALICE ALICE 3D BRAY DISC & 3D-STARTER KIT… |
|
|
Panasonic TY-EW3D10MK1 3D Starter Kit $129.99 Includes 2 x 3D Movies (Coraline & Ice Age) : 2 x 3D Active Shutter Eyewear : Adjustable, Durable Frame – Easily adjusted to fit various face shapes and sizes, from children to adults : Power On/Off Switch – Also includes Auto Power Off function : Designed for Use Together with Ordinary Glasses – Comfortably wear over ordinary prescription glasses : Dimensions (Approximate) – 7.0 W x 1.9 H x 6.9 D… |
|
|
Philips Sonicare E-Series Replacement Brush Head Replacement Brush Head for all SONICARE Elite & Essence model dental care products / 3 Brush Heads per package… |
|
|
Philips Sonicare Essence Power Toothbrush … |
|
|
Duracell Coppertop Batteries Long Lasting Power.8 ~ C 1.5 Volt Batteries.Guarantee: If not completely satisfied with this alkaline battery product, call 1-800-551-2355 (9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST). Duracell USA guarantees these batteries against defects in material and workmanship. Should any device be damaged due to a battery defect, we will repair or replace it at our option if it is sent with the batteries, postage prepaid,… |
|
|
Kindle Fire, Full Color 7 Multi-touch Display, Wi-Fi $199.00 Movies, apps, games, music, reading and more, plus Amazon’s revolutionary cloud-accelerated web browser – 18 million movies, TV shows, songs, magazines and books – Amazon Appstore – thousands of popular apps and games – Ultra-fast web browsing – Amazon Silk – Free cloud storage for all your Amazon content – Vibrant color touchscreen with extra-wide viewing angle – Fast, powerful dual-core processo… |
|
|
Sandisk 16GB MicroSDHC Memory Card, Class 4 $2.90 SanDisk is proud to announce our newest format and capacity to the SD card family: microSD High Capacity (microSDHC) 16GB flash card. Not all devices support microSDHC 16.0GB cards. Please contact your device manufacturer for details. To ensure compatibility, look for the microSDHC logo on the product or packaging of your new phone or PDA. Please note that eXpansys vouchers cannot be used when pur… |
|
|
OtterBox Defender Series for The New iPad 3 3rd Generation & iPad 2 – Black $89.95 Design begins with the device. Thorough evaluation of the iPad and its functions are taken into account as we develop and refine. From initial concept designs to final product drawings, every aspect of the iPad is given careful consideration to ensure we create the most usable and protective solution possible. The OtterBox Defender Series offers an exclusive multi-layer design that keeps informati… |
|
|
Fi-Shock SS-725CS AC Powered Light-Duty Electric Fence Charger, 5-Acre Range $21.87 5 Acre Economy Energizer For Pets & Small Animals…. |
|
|
Powerbag Sling Bag powerbag is a bag with a complete charging system inside — battery, Apple, Micro- and Mini-USB connectors, and on-board USB port — that will charge your favorite devices anywhere, anytime…. |
|
|
Powerbag Sling Bag with Battery for Charging Smartphones, Tablets and eReaders powerbag is a bag with a complete charging system inside — battery, Apple, Micro- and Mini-USB connectors, and on-board USB port — that will charge your favorite devices anywhere, anytime…. |
|
|
Interstate Leather Men’s Basic Vest with Side Lace $78.00 Interstate Side Lace Motorcycle Vest is top-quality protection when it’s too hot for a jacket… BIG SAVINGS! So, it’s too warm and the jacket would be overkill. Here you go. This Vest gives you tough leather protection without cooking on sweltering july days. Even better this vest is a great price because it comes direct from Interstate leather… as in the company that makes riding gear for some… |
|
|
EatSmart Precision Pro – Multifunction Digital Kitchen Scale w/ Extra Large LCD and 11 Lb. Capacity The EatSmart Precision Pro Digital Kitchen Scale is a versatile multifunction home appliance. Designed to be highly accurate and aesthetically pleasing, the Precision Pro is manufactured to the highest quality specifications. Weigh items up to 11 lbs quickly and accurately, with results displayed in four different units: grams / ounces / pounds / kilograms. For cooks – Weigh food items directly on… |
|
|
Cuisinart CSB-76 SmartStick 200-Watt Immersion Hand Blender The versatile stick design of the Cuisinart Smart stick Hand Blender lets users blend ingredients right in pots, pitchers, bowls, or clear plastic beaker that’s included. A powerful 200-watt motor operates with an easy one-touch control. Blends drinks, purees soup, mixes pancake and crepe batters in seconds! Both stainless steel blending shaft and beaker are dishwasher-safe…. |
|
|
Presto 03510 FlipSide Belgian Waffle Maker $49.99 PRESTO 03510 WAFFLE MAKER BELGIAN 1350W. The professional-style rotating design bakes extra-thick Belgian waffles in minutes.The unique 180 flip design evenly spreads the batter for waffles with a crispy outside and fluffy, tender inside.Countdown timer and digital display signals when baking time is up.Easy to store! Dual function base locks in a vertical position for compact storage.1-year limit… |
|
|
The Impossible Dream $5.00 The term Irish tenor may be fraught with as many wrong-headed, anachronistic characterizations as any phrase in music. But Ronan Tynan not only returns here to the PBS airwaves that helped spread his fame as a member of the Irish Tenors trio, but he overturns a few clichés while delivering a live concert (recorded at the Royal Dublin Society in June 2002) that encompasses everything from Broadway… |
|
|
Stanky Legg $0.34 All products are BRAND NEW and factory sealed. Fast shipping and 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed…. |
|
|
Dayglo $14.98 … |
|
|
Contech CRO101 Scarecrow Motion Activated Sprinkler $59.99 The Contech Electronics Scarecrow Motion-Activated Sprinkler presents an innovative, humane way to keep pets and wildlife from disturbing your yard and garden without the use of complicated traps or potentially hazardous chemicals. The sprinkler combines a surprise spray of water with unexpected motion and noise to create a safe, effective deterrent to unwanted visitors, helping keep your garden l… |
