The Best AA Battery for Flash and Photography - The Ultimate Practical Review of AA Batteries

[@samirgunic]

I just looked it up on the web. Some people suggest that it's the same battery as the regular Duracell, only re-branded as Procell and sold in high volumes to companies, schools and institutions. They were originally not sold to consumers, but they are now available to consumers as well in bulk packages of like 20 batteries, more or less.

[@Princeton_James]

Excellent review. Thank you. New to flash photography and will be getting some Eneloops. Thanks again.

[@samirgunic]

I've heard great things about Eneloop batteries. I have been wanting to test them out for some time now. They are supposed to be the second generation of NiMH batteries along with the GP ReCyko. But I have had bad experience with rechargeable batteries. Because they are 1.2 Volt some devices that require several batteries in series won't turn on or it will report low battery power even though they are recently charged. Rechargeable are generally not recommended for flashes.

[@samirgunic]

I did some more research on the Procell. It incorporates "the latest battery technology", something they call "Super Conducting Graphite" or SGC cathode. The manufacturer specifically states on the website that they are "the perfect power solution for use in professional equipment such as: torches/flashlights [among other things listed]." So I guess it's more to it than what meets the eye.

[@cepheus9856]

Will eneloop not result in any battery leaks? I'm concerned about that most, which is the best aa option most reliable so there won't be leaks

[@GenVirtu]

Thanks for the review. I have Eneloop Batteries and they have been very good so far.

[@kay188]

Powerex 2700mah, and Sanyo 2700mah batteries both stack up very well as more or less the ultimate rechargeable battery for flashes. They carry so much power, and they hold their charge for quite a reasonable amount of time after charging. Photography On The Net has an article under the flash section reviewing a ton more batteries. 6,560 FLASH POPS LATER: The Results of "AA" Rechargeable Battery Tests.

[@lpcustom123]

Great, video. I don't use anything other than the Eneloops. I can't imagine how much money I have saved just by using them. And with this validation in performance it is the clear winner all around.

[@__WJK__]

Would definitely like to see an LSD AA battery test comparison!!! Since LSDs provide long term storage, they just make so much more sense... as long as they can perform!

[@samirgunic]

I would love to see how these compare to some of the batteries I have been using over the years, using your test method and equipment. I have used GP Super Alkaline, I've used Varta High Energy, and recently I have only been buying Duracell Procell batteries. I think they are great. They are not very cheap but they do come in economic bulk packages, and you do get what you pay for.

[@samirgunic]

The Procell is supposedly industrial grade battery. It is geared more towards professional users, i.e. electricians who install things like smoke detectors that need batteries. Things that your life depends on. It's essentially a battery you can trust with your life! ;) Other applications include medical equipment. I don't think it was intended for ridiculously demanding photographers, but I think they will be happy with this too. :)

[@dphotos007]

I have been using Kirkland for a few years now. I will switch to Eneloop. I will look for them at Costco next trip.

[@kay188]

The most important thing you forgot to state was the capacity of the rechargeable Eneloop batteries. The Eneloop XX loses power slower than the regular is because it's 500mah more than the regular Eneloop. Eneloop XX is a 2500mah LSD battery. Eneloop is a 2000mah LSD battery. The review can be better though. You need to try OTHER brands of rechargeable batteries. Duracell, Energizer, and different capacities.

[@emilianozm]

Great video! Thanks fora sharing! 🎉

[@payamjirsa]

Better off getting the Eneloops. In addition to the better performance, you will end up saving a lot of money over the life of the battery. Duracell standards cost around $.30 USD per battery (when purchased in bulk). After less than 10 uses, you would have already paid for your Eneloop Standards which can be used probably around 200-250 times. There is really no comparison in cost savings.

[@jwgilb61]

eneloops ROCK for me. They stay charged for MONTHS

[@nda42831]

I been buying wrong batteries all this time. MMMAAN!!! feel dumb for believing in what the packaging says. Great Vid!

[@mangloreanwithabeard]

Evety time I use Envie Batteries at the event my mind is distracted wondering when the batteries would die

[@m3zilos]

awesome review Pye! This was a great review. Thx!!

[@Graffight]

I'm all about the Kirkland, i haven't finished the video but i bet kirkland's work the best

[@fat_smeagol4811]

hello, i have a sony cybershot DSC H-1. I bought some mitsai rechargeable AA batteries, but it wears out like in 20 minutes (they have 1000mha). Can anyone tell me were i am being a potatoe?

[@maxpain7223]

i use standard duracells all the time, ill have to check out the eneloops!

[@moyg2932]

tnx for this review, ill buy eneloop pro for my speedlight

[@payamjirsa]

What you mean? it's already in the review.

[@sx191]

what about the "Sanyo Eneloop XX"

[@payamjirsa]

Yes yes, we will be doing a follow up article comparing only rechargeables. Stay tuned.

[@aestrada11]

I use eneloop, love them. And now that they sell them at Costco I get them for a great price.

[@Stealther]

Nice comparison, thanks!

[@tkuzel_siew]

Winners in this vid are good but when I first time flashing with Ansmann... It was like energetic Nirvana. Ansmann are great and very, very long life suckers :)

[@judesr8172]

Did you know you look like Sylar from Hereos? Especially in that hat. Although he's a villain in the series, it is not necessarily a bad thing that you look similar to him. ;) Oh, and also, great tips. :D

[@lensesvictim9945]

haha... i thought i'm the only person noticed that..

[@ArcanePath360]

It's funny when named brands suck compared to supermarket own brand. My Duracell and Energizer end up in the bin when the Tesco value batteries that I bought a year before are still giving me use.

[@JeremiahHartmanPhotography]

I use "no name" ebay rechargeable AA's in my speedlites. I have 2300 and 3000mh, the recycle at full power in about a second.

[@FinlandApollo]

jwgilb61 No, they don't last charged for months...mine has stayed charged over a year :D

[@SparkySlow]

They don't have German Varta in the states don't they ?

[@slrlounge]

+SparkySlow Don't think so ... What is your opinion of them?

[@lagentebonita]

thanks!

[@tkuzel_siew]

Oops i put comment not in right video sorry. Pye, can you delete both comments please. THX. BTW good video ;)

[@dlee13]

I got 40 Duracell for $17AU so I use them lol

[@Graffight]

darn, i'm wrong...but not too wrong :o)

[@kay188]

Oh okay. :)

[@bojackphotography3451]

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