Batteries

Whiskeyman

Whiskeyman

Senior Member
I currently own six Nikon EN-EL3e batteries, for two cameras the use three at a time in current configurations. (D90 w/one battery and D700 w/two.) All of them test out to full battery life in both cameras. I rarely shoot over 400 images between chances to recharge, but it is always nice to have spares, and I currently have a complete spare set.

A local store has them new on clearance and I can buy two for less than one-half price. So, I assume that they're likely going to be hard to find in the future, possibly even discontinued.

Were you me, would you buy more of them? How many is too many?
 
Horoscope Fish

Horoscope Fish

Senior Member
Well, obviously the price is right but... If you don't need them, you don't need them. I like having two batteries for my camera for sure, I might be able to justify a third considering the price but that would be about it for me. How long do you see yourself owning these cameras? That would be something I would be asking myself as well. A spare battery, I think, always makes a nice "teaser" when selling a body. My best advice is to try and honestly evaluate your needs and go from there. A bargain is no bargain if it's money spent on something you don't really need.
 
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mikew_RIP

Senior Member
The big advantage with a good modern battery is there lasting power,my D70 battery was left uncharged for three years,then when i wanted it i thought well its worth a try before i buy a new one guess what it recharged and works great.

mike
 
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