Rechargable Batteries?

[evan_sears]

Hey everybody, I'm looking to go for rechargable in lieu of constantly having to

throw away spent alkalines. It feels too wasteful to be throwing out 10

batteries per week- I shoot a ton, and use the SB-800.

 

Does anyone have any experience using rechargables in this flash? Any

recommendations besides getting a quantum pack?

 

Thanks, EVan

[conrad_fischer1]

Check this out for an overdone look at various batteries

 

http://www.imaging-resource.com/ACCS/BATTS/BATTS.HTM

[leicaglow]

Evan, Yes! I bought some quick rechargeables at BHPhoto that are a bit off-brand, but they work great. They charge quickly and the SB-800 works fine with them. I think it's these, but the color of the battery may have changed: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=details_accessories&A=details&Q=&sku=432728&is=REG&addedTroughType=accessory_detail&addedTroughValue=300467_USA. A full day of shooting requires two sets of AA's. I was considering the Nikon battery pack, but they never seemed to release it.

[evan_sears]

Update: I ended up getting a set of eFilm rechargeable AA's and they're pretty good, I must say. They charge quick and provide a whole day's worth of fires at an alarmingly fast recycle time. Although I have no basis of comparison, I'm pretty satisfied.

[clark_crosby]

Definitely, Yes! Buy brand names, they cost more, but the chances of getting junk are somewhat reduced. A small "smart" charger will keep them operating at peak efficiency.