Spare batteries, how many

[Yammer77]

How many of you shoot with spare batteries?
If so, how many?
I still only ever had the need for one, but now that I am getting some $$ I was thinking that spares are a good idea.

[RacingHistorian]

I have 2 batteries..  as the E-500 doesn't have a grip (well, there is a 3rd party one).   

[Yammer77]

I saw the aftermarket grips...I want a dead grip just to look cool.

I went and ordered an extra battery...by olympus.  Don't trust aftermarket batteries.

[leelf62]

I have one extra...and after market battery.  I'm an Oly user (E510) and the cheaper battery works just fine!

[twg1942]

I have three batteries for each of my two DSLRs - unfortunatley, they take different batteries.  I always carry a spare in the camera case, and keep an extra one at home.  When we travel (vacation), I take all three batteries with me - just in case.  For my P&S, I only have two batteries since I don't use this camera as much.  While on the subject of batteries, I want to add that I use 4 AA batteries in my flash.  I have several Eveready batteries and some Panasonic rechargeables.  I must say that the Eveready rechargeables are "TERRIBLE".  They don't hold a charge when not used for a few weeks.  I've had serveral go completely dead.  Recently, I bought several Sanyo Enerloop batteries because the ratings indicate they should hold 85% of their charge for one year even of not used during that time.  I just thought I would mention this.

[Yammer77]

I want the Eneloop batteries!!
Can't find them locally though.  Are they that much better.

[RacingHistorian]

I use Sanyo Eneloops in my FL-50 Flash...  I purchased them from Circuit City actually.   

[Yammer77]

Even though online it says the stores have them locally, I can only find them bundled with a charger ....I want them for my Fl-50.
Can't spend money on a battery pack....but if Ric can't swing for an E-3....(hint hint).







I'll save you the trouble Ric....

NO FREAKING WAY!!!

[RacingHistorian]

Yes, mine did come with a charger.   

[Ric]

I have 4 Batteries for my 7D and 2 for my Sony A100. I also have 2 for my Dimage A200 and 56 Batteries for my Flash units. I normally go through all my batteries when I shoot Weddings so they are always charged and in my bag with extra chargers in my vehicle along with a 110 adapter with 4 outlets.

[leelf62]

I want the eneloops now.  I don't recall what I have for my flash (FL-50), but they work just fine and hold the charge well.  But, that doesn't matter.  I still want the eneloops.

[Yammer77]

eneloops are at amazon.com and bhphoto.com

if we get enough people, I can place an order so we can all save on shipping...
just thought for discussion.

[Ric]

If they had 2700's then maybe but they would not last for me doing 900 pictures at a time. I see that they only have up to 2,000's right now.

[Yammer77]

900 shots?
What are you using 8gig cards too?

On another note, Ric, do you use a flash bracket?

[Ric]

I actually have a 16gb card and a 12gb card. I have 3 other 1gb cards for backups.
I do not use a Flash bracket but my Flash head turns and twists in so many directions that you really don't need it. I just bounce it off of anything I can... Would love to try a Flash bracket though, I have used them with my old 35mm cameras but not digital yet... Any thoughts on them?