nikon-digest said: >Date: Mon, 05 Apr 1999 20:57:55 -0400 >From: "Colin Povey" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >Subject: Lithium batteries [v04.n337/14] >Message: 14 > >Folks, >A semi-Nikon related question. > >Does anyone know a good source for AA lithium batteries for use in my F5 >and my SB-28? >I would like to use them, since they weigh less than alkalines, as well >as lasting longer, meaning fewer backup to carry. > >My local source sells them in pairs for about $5.25 US plus tax per >pair. This works out to about $23 to fill my F5. > >I have considered getting the MN-30 and MH-30 combo, but this is a lot >of money (roughly $425 at B&H) for one battery and one charger. > >Thanks, > >Colin Try Home Depot - they sell AA lithium - Eveready brand - for about the same as B&H. Have not found any cheaper. I am using AA alkaline in my SB28 and F100. The lithium's have a definite cost per shot advantage when cold but are 2 - 3 times as expensive at normal ambients - 20 C plus.
