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Specifically the regular AA size. Based on your experience, what's best on a modern flash? Rechargables or single use? Thanks.
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Old 01-10-2010, 01:11 PM
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Rechargeables, but get decent ones with a good current capacity. I went for Energizer NiMH 2500mAh and they work well. If you can get a higher mAh then do, as that's what cuts the recycle time.

I carry two sets of these along with a set of Duracell standard batteries, just in case.
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Old 01-10-2010, 10:06 PM
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Rechargeable by far. Eneloop are the best I've ever used.
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Hmm, I generally get better performance from HD Alkalines, but I use Eneloop as I just can't swallow the recurring expense and waste.
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