Can I get AA rechargeable ALKALINE batteries and charger for my Fuji digicam?
Alkaline batteries are the worst type of battery to use (and you can’t recharge them, anyway). They’re useless because they do not have enough power to run a digital camera for very long. You actually should buy rechargeable AA NiMH batteries (2500-2700mAh is a good capacity) plus a charger. They will last so much longer than throwaway alkaline batteries. Just remember to give them a charge before you know you are going to use your camera or if you haven’t used it in a while…because they will drain when not used.
Ray0vac made rechargeable alkalines for a while. However, you can safely use NiMH rechargeable AAs in your camera and they will last a lot longer than disposable alkalines. There are new longer life NiMH AA rechargeables that hold a charge even when not used for long periods. Try the Sanyo Eneloops NiMH rechargeable AAs. Also: ignore the advice about having to fully drain NiMH batteries. NiMH batteries can be recharged even if only partially used. The older NiCads had to be fully discharged or they’d develop a “memory” but NiMH batteries don’t have this problem. Just avoid overcharging, as heat from overcharging is bad.
