No recchargable batteries? Dont you think a camera of this price should include nice batteries not just 4 AAA?
1149036
You can get four rechargable AA Eneloop batteries and charger by GE/Sanyo that last six months on a single charge. If Amazon doesn't have them they are at Wolf Camera or Wal-Mart Sally Ann B.
1149037
I purchase rechargeable batteries (just regular energizer rechargeable) but I like the fact that when I am traveling or forget to recharge I can just stop by a drugstore and pick up replacements. I have an earlier Fuji Finepix (S5200) and cannot wait for this new one to arrive. While shopping for the first one I had 3 very simple requirements. * A decent sized screen - one sees the world through that screen * A point and shoot that takes excellent photos * disposable batteries I am most happy with the S5200 and have no doubt that the S8000 will be a perfect upgrade!
1149038
I purchase rechargeable batteries (just regular energizer rechargeable) but I like the fact that when I am traveling or forget to recharge I can just stop by a drugstore and pick up replacements. I have an earlier Fuji Finepix (S5200) and cannot wait for this new one to arrive. While shopping for the first one I had 3 very simple requirements. * A decent sized screen - one sees the world through that screen* A point and shoot that takes excellent photos* disposable batteriesI am most happy with the S5200 and have no doubt that the S8000 will be a perfect upgrade! I purchase rechargeable batteries (just regular energizer rechargeable) but I like the fact that when I am traveling or forget to recharge I can just stop by a drugstore and pick up replacements. I have an earlier Fuji Finepix (S5200) and cannot wait for this new one to arrive. While shopping for the first one I had 3 very simple requirements. * A decent sized screen - one sees the world through that screen* A point and shoot that takes excellent photos* disposable batteriesI am most happy with the S5200 and have no doubt that the S8000 will be a... » Read More I purchase rechargeable batteries (just regular energizer rechargeable) but I like the fact that when I am traveling or forget to recharge I can just stop by a drugstore and pick up replacements. I have an earlier Fuji Finepix (S5200) and cannot wait for this new one to arrive. While shopping for the first one I had 3 very simple requirements. * A decent sized screen - one sees the world through that screen* A point and shoot that takes excellent photos* disposable batteriesI am most happy with the S5200 and have no doubt that the S8000 will be a perfect upgrade! « Show Less
1149039
I had the S5200 until it was stolen. I replaced it with an S700 and even though it was cheaper, it had more features, I like it so much I ordered the S8000Fd, I love what that zoom can do, so much power and can do it hand held. Great macro shooting with both cameras too.
1149040
It comes with 4 AA batteries, NOT 4 AAA batteries. The reviews indicate that they are more than adequate for filling a 2GB xd memory card.(300 plus pics?) It accepts alkaline as well as nimh batteries. You can get extra AA batteries anywhere. That's the beauty of it.
1440733
The camera comes with its own built-in rechargeable battery. Ours is working beautifully. Great little camera!
1606911
Yes it does come with rechargeable battery and it has a fairly good life. I used a camera that ate AA batteries and I am so happy with the battery power with this camera!!
688930
Batteries ONLY!! PLEASE - Do NOT buy this camera! Mine is still in great shape but already will NOT KEEP the time/date? Contacted Canon only to find out it has an internal battery that only THEY can replace and if I wanted to PAY to send it in, the repair would be about $100 ! Are you kidding me? $100 for an internal battery? WOW! No thank YOU! -- Yes, it's over a year old, but still! Now ever time I turn it on, I need to reset the day/time. Totally disappointed in Canon and this camera! Do NOT waste YOUR money, they are FAR better cameras with "chargers" that you can find for your money! GOOD LUCK!! Batteries ONLY!! PLEASE - Do NOT buy this camera! Mine is still in great shape but already will NOT KEEP the time/date? Contacted Canon only to find out it has an internal battery that only THEY can replace and if I wanted to PAY to send it in, the repair would be about $100 ! Are you kidding me? $100 for an internal battery? WOW! No thank YOU! -- Yes, it's over a year old, but still! Now ever time I turn it on, I need to reset the day/time. Totally disappointed in Canon and this camera! Do NOT waste YOUR money, they are FAR better cameras with "chargers" that you can find for... » Read More Batteries ONLY!! PLEASE - Do NOT buy this camera! Mine is still in great shape but already will NOT KEEP the time/date? Contacted Canon only to find out it has an internal battery that only THEY can replace and if I wanted to PAY to send it in, the repair would be about $100 ! Are you kidding me? $100 for an internal battery? WOW! No thank YOU! -- Yes, it's over a year old, but still! Now ever time I turn it on, I need to reset the day/time. Totally disappointed in Canon and this camera! Do NOT waste YOUR money, they are FAR better cameras with "chargers" that you can find for your money! GOOD LUCK!! « Show Less
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Yes, this camera has a rechargeable battery but it has to be charged in the camera. The charge lasts a long time at least for the first six months. We also bought two extra batteries and an external charger which came as a kit. The manufacturer is Wasabi Power. I think we have only changed batteries once in three months.
1077174
Hello there! This battery requires 4 AAA batteries, and no they are not rechargeable.
577923
No there is not. This is a super easy camera to use. This is my second one my first last about 5 years. I have 2 batteries for this camera. Even though it only take a few hours to fully charge. Sometimes I'm in the middle of pictures and don't want to wait for a charge. You won't be disappointed for the price in this camera.
2062943
No, it takes rechargeable batteries-the camera comes with a battery. The battery has a long life, have had no issue with ours.
449554
I have rechargeable AA's but its not a pack. They lasted over 300 pics though!
31272
Yes unfortunately. They last a while but you will have to find these at the store or order. Can't use AA or AAA that most of us have lying around. I take my batteries out when camera not in use.
1016478
What kind of batteries are you using? I find that rechargables are essentially worthless in this camera. When I use rechargables, the flash does take forever, and the pictures get really blurry as the batteries run down (which with rechargables, is very fast). Do yourself a favor and get yourself a pair of lithium batteries, or even a set of descent alkaline ones (Energizer and Duracell work well). Hope this helps.
44389
Ummm, it isn't a digital camera so it doesn't have a main battery. All it requires is a watch battery and you can buy thoes for like $6.
1009292
No you must purchase the card and batteries seperate. The batteries are sized AA, and it takes four of them. Rechargeable batteries are necessary due to the current draw of this camera. Good luck
60064
I have disposable AAA batteries in mine, I'm sure you could find some rechargeable batteries online if you wanted to though
1508196
The camera's do not have batteries. They use a plug-in transformer. So even though they send a signal wirelessly you still need household current to power them. Thus not truly wireless.
1147413
I bought this for my daughter who is 14, it uses AA batteries and that is the only downfall about this camera. I also bought rechargable batteries and charger so I wouldn't keep having to buy AA batteries all the time. She loves it and the panaramic ability. Good starter camera for responsible young person. Hope this helps.
644851
Great question, it confused me to.Definately double AA batteries and for the record you will love this camera.