what kind of batteries does this camera use? Some reviewers say AA, product description indicates "rechargeable", usually li-ion built-in
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This camera uses 2 AA batteries. We are updating the description to reflect this, Thanks!
644849
It uses AA batteries. I have used both regular AA batteries and the rechargeable AA batteries. The rechargeable AA work very well with this camera. However, it is a good idea to either pull the batteries or flip one around the wrong way when not in use or I have found it will run the battery down just sitting there. Hope this helps!
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Most definitely it takes AA batteries. They can be alkaline or metal hydride. Although not specifically stated in the manual, it should accept lithium ion as well and many places point to such compatibility with this and other fuji digital cameras.
644851
Great question, it confused me to.Definately double AA batteries and for the record you will love this camera.
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This camera will use rechargeable AA batteries. You should look for NiMH rechargeables. Some other reviewers have used Sanyo Enloops and have said they are good. I bought Rayovac NiMH pre-charged, rechargeables and have been very happy with them.
631371
It's the rechargeable type. Make sure to charge it before you begin taking pictures. I learned the hard way. I can't tell exactly how long the charge lasts but it is a decent amount of time.
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The camera comes with a small internal memory card, but you will want to purchase, or if you already have, an SD card for it. It does come with a rechargeable lithium battery.
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It's a regular Lithium-Ion battery. It comes with a charger for it that the instruction manual says should be the only type you use with the camera, but I think it would be okay with another charger that fits (but I wouldn't bank on that without some research.).
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Yes, the batteries are recharegable, and you just plug it in. Great camera!
1528143
This camera comes with a rechargeable Li-ion Battery and battery charger. No AA batteries required.
688928
AA Only. At first I didn't like this feature, but I use rechargeable AA batteries for a lot of things (Wii, etc), so it's helpful to be able to throw a set of freshly charged AA batteries in with the camera in case I need them.
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I don't know the type of battery in the camera, but it does recharge when you are plugged into a 12V power source. Mine has lasted about 2 hours while I piddled with some of the pictures and it didn't stop. I don't know the actual run time of the battery
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Rechargeable, yes. As conveniently at AA, definitely not. I regret buying this camera and for all the rave reviews about it I can't give mine away. This camera sucks battery life a Hoover vacuum cleaner.
164562
It has a rechargeable battery. You didn't ask but I have to tell you this is a great little camera. We bought it before an Alaskan cruise and we got some great glacier shots from long distances. Also, unlike the Lumix this camera replaced, it holds the charge well. I did a lot of research before we bought this because we need more zoom capability and we were not disappointed. In addition, the editing tool is just too easy to use. Research said this was a great camera for the price and they were right on target.
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With the package we purchased the rechargeable battery was included. I hope this helps. It is an excellent camera. Very happy with it.
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Hi Lorraine. It is a rechargeable battery not AA's. I own two of these cameras......buy one.....you will LOVE it. I am a long time Canon user.
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It uses a rechargeable lithium ion battery pack (en-el19). It is specific to this model, maybe others but not my old coolpix. It's similar in shape to my old nikon coolpix battery but slightly smaller. I was sad I couldn't use the same batteries from my old coolpix because they are still good lol. Oh well.
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I used the AA batteries that came with the camera but they went dead quickly. Based on other feedback I purchased the Lithium batteries and they have been the answer for me.
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Yes this camera takes regular AA batteries. However, it is a 'high drain device' which means that even the best batteries won't last long. I highly recommend a set of rechargeable AA batteries. In stores you can commonly find these at the 1500 level but I recommend going as high as you can. Amazon has 3100 capacity rechargeable AA batteries. They come with a wall plug, car adapter and European plug option so you won't be left hanging. These batteries also recharge quickly. Normal batteries will cost you a bundle for this camera.
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It uses AA batteries, I bought lithium which lasted my entire trip (7 nights) and I took over 600 photos plus some video