[plug] [OT] Digital still camera batteries

[Mike Holland]

Chris Caston wrote:
> Hello,
> 
> I recently bought a Canon PowerShot A400 and now find that the batteries
> are already dead after only a few days.

You did well :-)  Digital cameras kill alkalines real fast.

> Its says it takes 2x AA-size alkaline batteries (included) or 2x AA NiMH
> batteries.

NiMH last much longer than alkaline (In a camera), and give faster flash 
charge.
Batteries will last longer if you use a smart charger, but they are 
relatively expensive.