Camera Batteries - All types of camera batteries

While the above alkaline camera batteries will hold its charge if not in use, the nickel cadmium camera batteries will not, and it is also essential to make sure the battery is completely devoid of power to retain the longest possible life as they do become less effective with repeated recharging.

Similar in function are the nickel metal hydride camera batteries, more powerful and more efficient than the nickel cadmium type, and as a result more expensive, yet they do provide a longer working life than the nickel cadmium digital camera batteries thanks to their greater efficiency. However, the problem of charge draining away when not in use is still present, and it is recommended – although not essential – that they are allowed to run flat before each recharge. Used in powerful digital cameras and other appliances, these are a very effective power source and, if usable in your device, worth paying the extra cost for.

Lithium camera batteries are the type of choice for many people, but they are very expensive although suitable for most models and types of modern camera. The lithium camera battery is made in limited sizes, yet if the device you use can accommodate one it is recommended as an option, as this type of camera battery has a lengthy working life.

Up to ten years has been reported with some lithium camera batteries, and while not rechargeable this extra lifespan is a positive bonus. Lithium Ion digital camera batteries are the ones that we find in many 21 st century devices – digital cameras and mobile phones in particular – and are rechargeable, yet will most likely be specially manufactured to fit that particular device. These are used in the most powerful cameras, and are very much on the increase in terms of use.

Of course, camera batteries are an essential item for the operation of a digital or other type of camera, and if you follow the recommendations given by the manufacturer of your device you will be certain to achieve the most efficient operation possible.

Diferent types of Camera batteries

The rise in popularity of photography as a hobby has been driven by the availability of affordable high quality digital cameras and video cameras; easy to use and versatile, these are powered by a variety of different battery types, and here we will look at the various camera batteries available on the market.

Firstly, it is important that you check the manufacturer details of your device to make sure that the camera batteries used are the correct ones, as using anything other than the recommended camera batteries can cause problems.

The commonest type of camera batteries are the alkaline type; non-rechargeable and available in many different sizes and brands, these make excellent camera batteries for lower powered devices – basic digital cameras and the like - and with light use can last a long time. In heavy use, however, alkaline camera batteries may give only a relatively short working life.

The second type are the nickel cadmium rechargeable camera batteries, a type that is increasingly popular and very affordable, which is used in compact cameras and the lower powered digital cameras.