How many AA batteries does it hold and which brand have you found to give the best performance?
1149801
6. And I use any AA's I can get, especially when I travel internationally. Nothing like "7-11 School of Design". Yes, 2 Canon batteries are best, but if you want to travel without carrying chargers for everything, this is a GREAT way to reduce the electrical load. As to good batteries, Energizer Ultimate Lithium AA's are GREAT! I get LOTS more shots, and LOTS more flashes with these batteries.
1149802
I dont use AA batteries because they don't last very long. I use 2 Canon E6 batteries.
1149803
6 AA batteries but really you should be using it with 2 Canon batteries. Everything else that needs AA I just use Sanyo Eneloops.
1149804
I believe this takes 6 AA... And nothing beats a set of those high capacity Duracells. But those are really back up... I usually use the 2 Canon batteries. The double AA cartridge is for emergencies.
1629930
Not regular AA batteries. It comes with an adaptor, if I am not mistaken, for 3 AAA batteries.
449554
I have rechargeable AA's but its not a pack. They lasted over 300 pics though!
521559
4 AA batteries. Maybe it's 2 I don't remember. Either way there is a place in the case for spares.
1717173
one AA battery (i recommend Duracell batteries: they are the best for a long session and really pack a punch ;-D)
1706391
I've had mine for about six months now. After the first few uses I felt like they held about 80% of what a genuine Nikon does. I've charged them roughly twenty times and they still act like new. I bought this vertical battery grip http://amzn.com/B005GY18UG at the same time and when both batteries are loaded I don't even worry about not having enough power. The grip also includes a tray for six AA batteries which are more functional than a camera battery. The Eneloop pack http://amzn.com/B0058N6JUE if a good fit for Nikon users who need a variety of batteries on the go and you'll have a second charger. Six Eneloops last roughly the same length if not longer than a Nikon battery.
777073
I agree with the preceding comments that normal alkaline batteries last for seemingly a long time: I would estimate 200+ pictures and ~10 videos over a 2 month period (only 1 set so far). However, I was surprised when they finally did run out because the battery icon remained at "full", so I would recommend being prepared with replacements. As CBM notes, the standard AA size is much more convenient than custom batteries.
387670
For anything using AA batteries, I recommend Sanyo Enerloop rechargeable batteries. They are many times better than any I have used previously. They not only have good duration, but also hold their charge unused for a longer time.
1448627
I use Eneloop rechargeable batteries in mine and swap out with a spare set every month or so to stay ahead of dead batts. It's nice that they run it on 2 AAs - I'm currently using a pair of 550s that use 4 AAA each.
1611447
I´m note shure, yet... I´ve been using it just for floading so I can´t tell you how many shots on a charge. I don´t like the way to insert 4 AA bateries: most of times it´s difficult to handle with the cover of the batteries compartment.
1762681
4 AA but I have had the same batteries in it since my mom bought it for my son 2 years ago!
1292371
Can use TRIPLE "AAA" batteries if you buy the battery holder.Dont know about Double "A" size
1670976
I honestly do not know. The most I have used it cosistently was for two hours with know issues. It uses AA batteries so I would image the brand of battery would be the deciding factor.
74686
These are really great batteries. Believe it or not, on a good day I can get up to 400 shots on a single battery.You can't go wrong with these. (IMO)
973694
AA batteries... one I think... Mine has been used multiple times a day and has yet to be replaced.
1435398
4 AA batteries is correct. Note that you must have a small phillips screwdriver to open the battery compartments (yes, there are two compartments). A jeweler's screwdriver will be sufficient.
115050
4 AA batteries are used. I would recommend rechargeable ones because they go fast!