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Digital camera batteries

Digital camera batteries need to be able to cope with the high power demands made of them. As cameras have become increasingly smaller, research is continuing into batteries that can meet both the size and power requirements.

At present, most digital cameras are powered with:

• AA batteries.
• AAA batteries.
• Lithium batteries.
• NiMH batteries.
• Lithium ion batteries.

Because digital cameras use a lot of power, it makes sense to use rechargeable batteries. This offers better value for money than having to replace standard batteries. As many rechargeable batteries can last between 100 and 1000 charges, there are obvious savings to be made.

As the cameras themselves have become increasingly popular and part of our every day lives, digital camera batteries are produced by all major manufacturers.

Digital camera battery brands

All of the biggest battery producers make digital camera batteries. As cameras are made smaller and smaller, research into developing batteries that fit and offer the required power continues.

Some of the most important developers of digital camera batteries include:

• Duracell batteries.
• Energizer batteries.
• Panasonic batteries.
• Eveready batteries.
• Hybrio batteries.

Whichever manufacturer you choose, you should ensure you pick batteries designed to be used in digital cameras. Standard batteries can be drained very quickly when used in digital cameras.

Using digital camera batteries

Like all batteries, digital camera batteries need to be used correctly, or they can be potentially dangerous.

Some useful tips to remember include:

• Don't put batteries in the camera the wrong way round, as they simply won't work.
• If using rechargeable batteries, ensure they are out in the charger the right way. Reverse charging batteries can damage them.
• Do not use batteries if the casing is dented or otherwise damaged.
• When changing batteries, don't mix old and new batteries.
• If possible, recycle your old digital camera batteries.

Using batteries correctly will help ensure the service life is kept to a maximum, which is particularly useful in devices such as digital cameras.