Re: Problems with digital camera batteries

Peter James wrote:

Can I just replace two batteries, or must they all be replaced by a
"matching" four pack?

Use NiMH batteries in sets composed of batteries of the same brand, rated capacity, and manufacturing date. Some users like to test the capacity of batteries to match sets even closer.

I seem to remember reading somewhere that you can't mix 'n' match NIMH
batteries like this, but I thought I would seek re-assurance here.

Nothing terrible will happen if you do this, but it will mean that the weakest battery determines how long the device will operate between recharges.

For information on caring for NiMH batteries go to "http://batterydata.com/"; and click on "Care and Feeding of NiMH Batteries" in the table of contents.
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