Hello Colin, >However, the pack and charger is still a LOT of money. Then today, I >saw what might be a compromise: NiMH AA batteries. I received a catalog >that contains four NiMH AA cells plus a charger for $38. Now, it is only >an overnight charger, but has anyone out there ever tried something like >this ($76 for eight batteries plus two chargers is a whole lot better If you take a close look at the Nikon NiMH battery pack, you'll notice that it has a slight bulge at the side. The pack has 9 batteries instead of the usual 8. If you were to use the normal holder with NiMH, you will get less mileage. best, wes ______________________________________________ Memphis West Photography - Singapore http://www.memphiswest.com office(65.3536.044) beeper(65.9522.7170)