D70S Battery question

[dspindle]

<p>I just purchased a used D70s. Very pleased with the camera, but as it came with one battery, I want to buy a back-up. The EN-EL3a is what I have now. Should I get another, or get the EN-EL3e? The specs and price on both seem to be the same, although the "e" is called the newer version.<br>

Thank you<br>

Dave.</p>

 

[pete_s.]

<p>The e-version is compatible with the newer cameras (it has a chip inside) but that doesn't make a difference in the D70s. So if price is ismilar get the EN-EL3E if you ever buy a newer camera.</p>

[nsfbr]

<p>Yes, get the grey e version. </p>

<p>And by the way, the D70 is the stingiest user of battery power they've ever made. If the battery is healthy, it will last many hundreds of images per charge.</p>

[kohanmike]

<p>I have two D70s bodies and I'm amazed at how long the batteries last. I have an extra Lenmar but rarely have to use it (although when I do, it lasts long also).</p>

[dspindle]

<p> Thanks!</p>

[julian_sanchez1]

<p>Ditto on the battery usage. Sometimes I think the battery meter on the upper display is broken since it never shows a decrease in charge no matter how many images I shoot, but *eventually* it starts showing some usage :)<br>

Wonderful camera, I couldn't be happier with it either. Bought it used for $250 and it's the best purchase I've ever done. I hope you enjoy yours just as much.<br>

Cheers,<br>

Julian</p>