Camera Battery OEMvsGeneric

Trinity · 3rd Jul 2007, 09:44 PM

I have NB-1LH battery that go's with my Canon Powershot S-400 that is going dead. I have looked it up and the "canon" model costs like $45usd. But there are generic models out there for like $9usd.

Should I get the cheap battery, Or will I pay in the end with a generic.

Any thoughts?

peaz · 4th Jul 2007, 12:48 AM

I've a generic battery for my D70. Using it for emergency backup purposes only

generally, they are usually ok. But it's always safer to get originals because if anything happens, then you can claim warranty.

Chai · 4th Jul 2007, 08:30 AM

I always buy original battery. They usually last a lot longer, both lifespan and battery life.

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peaz ARP Webmaster Join Date: 13 Oct 2002 Location: http://atpeaz.placidthoughts.com/ Posts: 8,500 Reputation: 1633 Rep Power: 31	I've a generic battery for my D70. Using it for emergency backup purposes only generally, they are usually ok. But it's always safer to get originals because if anything happens, then you can claim warranty. __________________ Ken Ng Tech ARP Visit my web gallery - Ken's Digital Canvas Shoot and Earn Money from Stock Photography Sterling@PJ Community Forums

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Chai Administrator Join Date: 6 Oct 2002 Location: Maranello Posts: 26,662 Reputation: 3984 Rep Power: 72	I always buy original battery. They usually last a lot longer, both lifespan and battery life. __________________ Chai (Contributor & Forum Admin) http://www.techarp.com/

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