Which rechargeable AA batteries for Speedlights?

Feb 15, 2015
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I have to replace my rechargeables for my MT24EX and my 580. I am looking for quick recycle time. Eneloop Pro or XX (2550 mAh) get good reviews. EBL 2800 mAh may be an option but are said to be thicker so a tight fit in some electronics. Anybody try those on Canon speedlights? Any other options?

I do have one of those fancy analyzer chargers (Powerex MH-C9000 WizardOne Charger-Analyzer).
 
Oct 16, 2015
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this and also they are slow discharge batteries meaning you do not need to recharge them every month to keep the charge topped up.I used Eneloops Pro until I found out that IKEA LADDA 2450 mAh (white) rechargable batteries are in fact rebranded Eneloops Pro and available from your local IKEA store at half the cost of the Eneloops Pro. ( actually, at 1/6 of the cost. $6.00 vs 36.00 for pack of 4 Eneloops Pro)

http://www.ikea.com/au/en/catalog/products/70303876/

some folks tested these IKEA batteries and found that their chemistry, cells, charge and discharge curve is identical to Eneloops Pro. I am not supprised...

http://www.provideocoalition.com/ikea-batteries-eneloops-disguise/

I own 40 of them in total. Very happy so far.

CSD said:
Most of my batteries are now Eneloop Pro's over Eneloop, not much different but the Pro's get less hot from high demand usage and also feature a bit more power over the standard batteries from memory.
 
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