So how do you like the use of NiMH in your F5 & SB-28??? I'm currently using alkalines in my N90S and SB-28 (purchased 6/98), and I find that the SB-28 really gets slow after the alkalines drain out, and they don't last long too. Now that I've gotten the SB-28 repaired (randomly firing), I'd like to test it on EVERY situation before the warrrantee goes out! I've read different things about the recycle rate of Lithiums, NiCd and NiMH for flash guns. What IS the best compromise here? I don't do a LOT of cold weather shooting, although it would be a disappointment if my batteries "freeze" up on me when I need them! I guess I'm looking for the shortest recycle flash time. I like the idea of lithiums lightening up the camera/flash 8-battery deadweight! Peter Mui Pmui@NOSPA*MZmegsinet.net Last year when I bought my F5 I got no useful information on the above since there were "opinions" at both ends of the spectrum. So...I bought the eight NiMH AA cells and two of the overnight chargers and tried it - and it works fine. I don't think I get as many rolls between charges as I would with the Nikon equipment but for me, that is not an issue. Besides, one can buy a LOT of AA cells and still be way ahead VS the Nikon batteries and charger. There seemed to be a lot of concern that the lower amperage rating on the NiMH AA cells would be an issue. I have had no problems at all. I now use the NiMH AA cells in both the F5 and my SB-28.... YMMV Jeff Kelley [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, 7 Apr 1999 11:04:01 -0700 From: "Jeff Kelley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subjectc Message: 26 >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 >than over $400 for the Nikon system)?
