Chuck Norcutt wrote:
> <http://strobist.blogspot.com/2010/01/new-nizn-batteries-offer-lightning-fast.html>
>
> This is pretty cool. These NiZn batteries are recycling a Nikon SB-900 in
> approximately 2 seconds. That's almost as fast as a Quantum Turbo. I don't
> know yet where you get them or what they cost but I think I'm gonna get some.
> A lot less weight and cost than a Turbo.
>
NLee the engineer has done his usual through testing and review.
<http://www.amazon.com/review/RQFY1NUK4L58V/ref=cm_cr_pr_viewpnt#RQFY1NUK4L58V>
Looks like the only standard use for which they may be indicated is flash.
At that, I'd probably stay away from cheaper/older flashes, where
inadequate regulation might overcharge the flash capacitor at a fully
charged voltage of over 1.8v. With low internal resistance and that
voltage, it might cause problems with other parts of a flash.
Turbo battery packs powering a flash through circuitry designed for them
may be a different kettle of fish from dropping these babies in an old
flash with already aged capacitor and/or charging circuit designed for
much lower voltage.
Moose
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