Interesting threads about Eneloop Batteries on Pentax DSLR

k_istDS · 12th December 2006

http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/re...hread=21232840

Hybrid · 12th December 2006

Eneloops are just amazing.

I don't use it for my camera but I have one AA in my wireless mouse.
Heavy usage and still going strong after a week. Better than the 2500mAh s, which lasted 5 days or so.

Truly next-generation rechargebles!

dnaxe · 12th December 2006

Originally Posted by Hybrid

Eneloops are just amazing.

I don't use it for my camera but I have one AA in my wireless mouse.
Heavy usage and still going strong after a week. Better than the 2500mAh s, which lasted 5 days or so.

Truly next-generation rechargebles!

erh.

your mouse sucks battries man.

I can use 2500mAh's for 2 weeks at least, and that's after 100/200 shots from the K100D.

Hybrid · 12th December 2006

Originally Posted by dnaxe

erh.

your mouse sucks battries man.

I can use 2500mAh's for 2 weeks at least, and that's after 100/200 shots from the K100D.

Yes, it's an ancient Logitech MX700 which EATS batteries for lunch

eyespeek · 14th December 2006

Originally Posted by Hybrid

Yes, it's an ancient Logitech MX700 which EATS batteries for lunch

yes, I have a same one. batteries cannot last very long on it.

leonaheidern · 14th January 2007

Originally Posted by Hybrid

Yes, it's an ancient Logitech MX700 which EATS batteries for lunch

lol i have the same mouse. But then again its a wireless keyboard and mouse combo so cannot throw away unless keyboard spoil also.

hjbyeo · 14th January 2007

Can the typical Sanyo 2500 Ni-mH chargers re-charge the Eneloops?

istDeS · 14th January 2007

Originally Posted by hjbyeo

Can the typical Sanyo 2500 Ni-mH chargers re-charge the Eneloops?

Yes.

look4raymond · 15th January 2007

Can other chargers like GP Battery Charger be used on the Eneloop?

If can, i think i want to hunt for a charger that can charge under 2 hours.

kcuf2 · 15th January 2007

Originally Posted by look4raymond

Can other chargers like GP Battery Charger be used on the Eneloop?

If can, i think i want to hunt for a charger that can charge under 2 hours.

if i m not wrong, different brand of charger can charge different brand of batteries... its just supplying current to the battery...

how about u just bite the bullet and get one that charge at 15mins? imagine u are shooting halfway and u are out of juice with no spare batts. U could just find a nearby power socket and charge it. Then take out a snickers and munch away and before u know it in arnd 15mins, ur batteries are fresh and good to go again!

look4raymond · 15th January 2007

Originally Posted by kcuf2

if i m not wrong, different brand of charger can charge different brand of batteries... its just supplying current to the battery...

how about u just bite the bullet and get one that charge at 15mins? imagine u are shooting halfway and u are out of juice with no spare batts. U could just find a nearby power socket and charge it. Then take out a snickers and munch away and before u know it in arnd 15mins, ur batteries are fresh and good to go again!

I read on the internet and discovered that quick charging will SHORTEN the lifespan of your batteries!

I think you should surf n find out for yourself. That's why, i think 2-hour charging would be more 'acceptable' to the battery. The longer the better.

istDeS · 15th January 2007

Originally Posted by look4raymond

I read on the internet and discovered that quick charging will SHORTEN the lifespan of your batteries! I think you should surf n find out for yourself. That's why, i think 2-hour charging would be more 'acceptable' to the battery. The longer the better.

Most quick charger under-charge the batteries leaving the batteries in a less than "full" charged condition. I am using and would recommend the Maha C401FS charger.

alvinsclee · 15th January 2007

Interesting links to read about battery charging...
http://www.crypto.com/chargers/
http://www.batteryuniversity.com/index.htm

Personally, I am more inclined to standard charging. It is true that heat generation is a big problem with fast charging. I used to work in a battery charging bay many years ago, and I learnt from work experience that fast charging actually requires a series of controlled charge-discharge pulses to reduce gassing and heat buildup.

That said, Eneloop batteries is interesting regarding their impressive charge-holding ability.

PinkDevil · 30th January 2007

For anyone who is thinking of getting a charger which can charge ur batteries in 15 mins, pls note that the charger has a rather big transformer connected to it which can be a hassle if u want to bring it for travelling. But it would be finf if u are just gonna use it at home. I personally prefers fastest 2hrs charge chargers. Feels that my batteries are not overworked...

12th December 2006	#1
k_istDS Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Singapore - Whampoa Posts: 400	Interesting threads about Eneloop Batteries on Pentax DSLR http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/re...hread=21232840

12th December 2006	#2
Hybrid Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 60	Re: Interesting threads about Eneloop Batteries on Pentax DSLR Eneloops are just amazing. I don't use it for my camera but I have one AA in my wireless mouse. Heavy usage and still going strong after a week. Better than the 2500mAh s, which lasted 5 days or so. Truly next-generation rechargebles! Last edited by Hybrid; 12th December 2006 at 09:51 AM.

14th January 2007	#7
hjbyeo Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: East Posts: 1,950	Re: Interesting threads about Eneloop Batteries on Pentax DSLR Can the typical Sanyo 2500 Ni-mH chargers re-charge the Eneloops?

15th January 2007	#9
look4raymond Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 255	Re: Interesting threads about Eneloop Batteries on Pentax DSLR Can other chargers like GP Battery Charger be used on the Eneloop? If can, i think i want to hunt for a charger that can charge under 2 hours. __________________ Flickr Me! :: Nikon D80 :: Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC MACRO

15th January 2007	#13
alvinsclee Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Redhill, Singapore Posts: 346	Re: Interesting threads about Eneloop Batteries on Pentax DSLR Interesting links to read about battery charging... http://www.crypto.com/chargers/ http://www.batteryuniversity.com/index.htm Personally, I am more inclined to standard charging. It is true that heat generation is a big problem with fast charging. I used to work in a battery charging bay many years ago, and I learnt from work experience that fast charging actually requires a series of controlled charge-discharge pulses to reduce gassing and heat buildup. That said, Eneloop batteries is interesting regarding their impressive charge-holding ability. __________________ * Take only pictures, leave only footprints, kill only time... and live a life! * :) Alvin Last edited by alvinsclee; 15th January 2007 at 10:11 AM.

30th January 2007	#14
PinkDevil New Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 48	Re: Interesting threads about Eneloop Batteries on Pentax DSLR For anyone who is thinking of getting a charger which can charge ur batteries in 15 mins, pls note that the charger has a rather big transformer connected to it which can be a hassle if u want to bring it for travelling. But it would be finf if u are just gonna use it at home. I personally prefers fastest 2hrs charge chargers. Feels that my batteries are not overworked...