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Minolta Maxxum 7D and generic lithium batteries
I just bought a Konica Minolta 7D and wanted to get some spare
batteries (NP-400). I see plenty of generic lithium batteries at about 1/3 the price of the Konica Minolta version. From what I have read in general, I gather that some generic lithium batteries can be as good as the manufacturer-supplied version, but some cheaply made ones can be weaker or even downright dangerous. Has anybody had experience with any particular generics? Any recommendation as to what to get or what to avoid? Also, I have seen some of the Minolta NP-400 batteries labeled as being for the Dimage A1 and A2, and others as advertised for the A1, A2, 7D, and 5D. For example, Amazon lists both, but the A1-A2 version is $5 less. I assume these are exactly the same batteries, and that some that were made before the 7D and 5D came out just don't refer to them. Is that correct? Mark Cutler |
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Mark Cutler wrote:
I just bought a Konica Minolta 7D Congrats. and wanted to get some spare batteries Me too. However I've found one battery, no spare has worked fine. (I don't use the built in flash or AF, so that helps, but the battery does last quite a while ... eg: many hundreds of shots. (NP-400). I see plenty of generic lithium batteries at about 1/3 the price of the Konica Minolta version. From what I have read in general, I gather that some generic lithium batteries can be as good as the manufacturer-supplied version, but some cheaply made ones can be weaker or even downright dangerous. Has anybody had experience with any particular generics? Any recommendation as to what to get or what to avoid? Buy from a reliable source like B&H if you go off brand. Also, I have seen some of the Minolta NP-400 batteries labeled as being for the Dimage A1 and A2, and others as advertised for the A1, A2, 7D, and 5D. For example, Amazon lists both, but the A1-A2 version is $5 less. I assume these are exactly the same batteries, and that some that were made before the 7D and 5D came out just don't refer to them. Is that correct? Yep, as long as it is the NP-400. -- -- r.p.e.35mm user resource: http://www.aliasimages.com/rpe35mmur.htm -- r.p.d.slr-systems: http://www.aliasimages.com/rpdslrsysur.htm -- [SI] gallery & rulz: http://www.pbase.com/shootin -- e-meil: Remove FreeLunch. |
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When you get a good feel for the 7D can you do a review on it here? I am
looking to buy one but not sure whether to wait or just bite the bullet and get one now. Did you wonder whether you could get more megapixels by waiting until next year? I think you should be able to get good cheaper generic batteries as a few other brands of camera manufacturer use the same battery type and I'd doubt if there was no market for them. "Mark Cutler" wrote in message news:2005091808264816807%mecutler@mindspringcom... I just bought a Konica Minolta 7D and wanted to get some spare batteries (NP-400). I see plenty of generic lithium batteries at about 1/3 the price of the Konica Minolta version. From what I have read in general, I gather that some generic lithium batteries can be as good as the manufacturer-supplied version, but some cheaply made ones can be weaker or even downright dangerous. Has anybody had experience with any particular generics? Any recommendation as to what to get or what to avoid? Also, I have seen some of the Minolta NP-400 batteries labeled as being for the Dimage A1 and A2, and others as advertised for the A1, A2, 7D, and 5D. For example, Amazon lists both, but the A1-A2 version is $5 less. I assume these are exactly the same batteries, and that some that were made before the 7D and 5D came out just don't refer to them. Is that correct? Mark Cutler |
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Mark Cutler wrote:
I just bought a Konica Minolta 7D and wanted to get some spare batteries (NP-400). I see plenty of generic lithium batteries at about 1/3 the price of the Konica Minolta version. From what I have read in general, I gather that some generic lithium batteries can be as good as the manufacturer-supplied version, but some cheaply made ones can be weaker or even downright dangerous. Has anybody had experience with any particular generics? Any recommendation as to what to get or what to avoid? Also, I have seen some of the Minolta NP-400 batteries labeled as being for the Dimage A1 and A2, and others as advertised for the A1, A2, 7D, and 5D. For example, Amazon lists both, but the A1-A2 version is $5 less. I assume these are exactly the same batteries, and that some that were made before the 7D and 5D came out just don't refer to them. Is that correct? Mark Cutler After spending a chunk on a 7D, which came with one battery, a second brand battery was a no-brainer. Don't think I'll ever need more. -- jer email reply - I am not a 'ten' |
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Jer wrote:
Mark Cutler wrote: I just bought a Konica Minolta 7D and wanted to get some spare batteries (NP-400). I see plenty of generic lithium batteries at about 1/3 the price of the Konica Minolta version. From what I have read in general, I gather that some generic lithium batteries can be as good as the manufacturer-supplied version, but some cheaply made ones can be weaker or even downright dangerous. Has anybody had experience with any particular generics? Any recommendation as to what to get or what to avoid? Also, I have seen some of the Minolta NP-400 batteries labeled as being for the Dimage A1 and A2, and others as advertised for the A1, A2, 7D, and 5D. For example, Amazon lists both, but the A1-A2 version is $5 less. I assume these are exactly the same batteries, and that some that were made before the 7D and 5D came out just don't refer to them. Is that correct? Mark Cutler After spending a chunk on a 7D, which came with one battery, a second brand battery was a no-brainer. Don't think I'll ever need more. -- jer email reply - I am not a 'ten' I don't have a Minolta. I have the Canon Digital Rebel. EverReady makes a battery for the Digital Rebel. It seems to last longer then the Canon Batteries. roland |
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Jasen wrote:
When you get a good feel for the 7D can you do a review on it here? I am looking to buy one but not sure whether to wait or just bite the bullet and get one now. Did you wonder whether you could get more megapixels by waiting until next year? http://www.aliasimages.com/Max7Drev.htm I suspect that K-M will come out with a less cropped, 10 to 12 Mpix DSLR in the next year or so. Minolta have been quiet about developments (historically). Cheers, Alan. -- -- r.p.e.35mm user resource: http://www.aliasimages.com/rpe35mmur.htm -- r.p.d.slr-systems: http://www.aliasimages.com/rpdslrsysur.htm -- [SI] gallery & rulz: http://www.pbase.com/shootin -- e-meil: Remove FreeLunch. |
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"Alan Browne" wrote in message ... Jasen wrote: When you get a good feel for the 7D can you do a review on it here? I am looking to buy one but not sure whether to wait or just bite the bullet and get one now. Did you wonder whether you could get more megapixels by waiting until next year? http://www.aliasimages.com/Max7Drev.htm I suspect that K-M will come out with a less cropped, 10 to 12 Mpix DSLR in the next year or so. Minolta have been quiet about developments (historically). Cheers, Alan. Read your review, very interesting reading. You sound like a seasoned professional, but do you think this camera would be fine for someone who considers themselves as a serious amateur (come apiring semi-professional starting out on a modest budget) who wants to concentrate on wildlife, nature/macro and travel photography with some people shots thrown in? cheers Jasen |
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Jasen wrote:
Read your review, very interesting reading. You sound like a seasoned professional, but do you think this camera would be fine for someone who considers themselves as a serious amateur (come apiring semi-professional starting out on a modest budget) who wants to concentrate on wildlife, nature/macro and travel photography with some people shots thrown in? Thanks for your comments, but I'm not a professional, I just like photography and do a lot of it. The Maxxum 7D follows the "high end" principles of Minolta's film cameras since the mid 90's: Put the controls out where they're of use to the photographer (not in menus). Because of this, these cameras are well suited to pros and to serious amateurs. They can be run from full manual to full P&S (and everywhere in between) as you may require Cheers, Alan. -- -- r.p.e.35mm user resource: http://www.aliasimages.com/rpe35mmur.htm -- r.p.d.slr-systems: http://www.aliasimages.com/rpdslrsysur.htm -- [SI] gallery & rulz: http://www.pbase.com/shootin -- e-meil: Remove FreeLunch. |
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"Alan Browne" wrote in message ... Jasen wrote: Read your review, very interesting reading. You sound like a seasoned professional, but do you think this camera would be fine for someone who considers themselves as a serious amateur (come apiring semi-professional starting out on a modest budget) who wants to concentrate on wildlife, nature/macro and travel photography with some people shots thrown in? Thanks for your comments, but I'm not a professional, I just like photography and do a lot of it. The Maxxum 7D follows the "high end" principles of Minolta's film cameras since the mid 90's: Put the controls out where they're of use to the photographer (not in menus). Because of this, these cameras are well suited to pros and to serious amateurs. They can be run from full manual to full P&S (and everywhere in between) as you may require Cheers, Alan. No worries Alan. What about image quality and image size? A pro photographer buddy of mine in the UK recommended the EOS 20D but I can't buy into that without parting with my Minolta lenses and big bucks to replace them. I just don't know whether if it is worth me waiting 12 months or more until I can get an affordable 10mp minolta. My think is is that I just go the 7D now while it's cheap and if I am successful I can buy bigger and better later or if that doesn't happen then I am comfortable in the knowledge that I have a damn decent camera for amateur use. what are your thoughts? cheers Jasen |
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On 2005-09-27 05:05:33 -0700, "Jasen" said:
What about image quality and image size? A pro photographer buddy of mine in the UK recommended the EOS 20D but I can't buy into that without parting with my Minolta lenses and big bucks to replace them. I just don't know whether if it is worth me waiting 12 months or more until I can get an affordable 10mp minolta. My think is is that I just go the 7D now while it's cheap and if I am successful I can buy bigger and better later or if that doesn't happen then I am comfortable in the knowledge that I have a damn decent camera for amateur use. what are your thoughts? cheers Jasen That's the right plan.I bought a 7D in the last two weeks and love being able to use all my Minolta lenses and 5400 xi flash with it. You can do an awful lot with 6 mp. If you sit around waiting for 10, by the time it comes out you will think you need 15. It is just like computers - there will always be something better and cheaper next year, but if you keep waiting you will never have one. The 7D has a $200 rebate going through the end of the year (at least in the US) and that makes it a very attractive buy. Mark Cutler |
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