Rechargeable batteries

[Hoky]

Got myself a 580EX flash recently and I realized to myself I can't keep using Alkalines.
The $$$ for the batteries doesn't regenerate as fast as the flash.

Going for rechargeable batteries, have these three brands for batteries and charger in mind.

1. Sony
2. Sanyo
3. Powerex

My budget <$80 for charger + 4 AAs.
Any specific batteries / charger recommendation among the three?
I know nuts about the refresh function, cool charging etc.. Maybe can enlighten me on this as well.

 

[simon80]

I just bought a battery pack for my flash. I do hv alot of varta batteries for sale - used but less than 10 charge

$10/4pcs. let me know if ur keen

 

[jbma]

Got myself a 580EX flash recently and I realized to myself I can't keep using Alkalines.
The $$$ for the batteries doesn't regenerate as fast as the flash.

Going for rechargeable batteries, have these three brands for batteries and charger in mind.

1. Sony
2. Sanyo
3. Powerex

My budget <$80 for charger + 4 AAs.
Any specific batteries / charger recommendation among the three?
I know nuts about the refresh function, cool charging etc.. Maybe can enlighten me on this as well.

Powerex :thumbsup:

 

[FilterFunk]

powerex 2700 1st choice
sanyo eneloop 2nd choice, skip the sanyo 2500 altogether.

 

[Hoky]

Powerex :thumbsup:

Is the Maha MH-C401FS a good charger?
Heard Powerex are good batteries but Maha makes lousy low-mid range chargers. Is this true?

 

[scandisk]

go for Powerex :thumbsup:

 

[mrngbss]

Why Powerex ? Thanks.