On Sat, 12 Jan 2002 16:53:24 -0330, "Chris" wrote:

>I saw a few sealed Lead Acid battery belts for sale on E-Bay. Seller claimed
>they were in good condition.
>
>Any comments on how good/bad sealed lead acid batteries are? How do they
>stack up against other rechargeables?

I have used them for flashes, and for video lights,
but Li-ion are SO much more efficient and dependable,
and SO much lighter, that I would not bother now...
Also, it is my impression that "gel-cels" (VERY cheap
at discount battery stores, BTW...) must be handled
carefully when discharged to prevent damage...

>My only experience with them was in a rented Panasonic camera one time. They
>seemed to last quite a long time.
>
>As I need a battery belt, and as these two seem to be about to go for a good
>price (real good price, as opposed to the LiIon and NiCd belts), I might
>consider dealing with the extra weight.

Depending on the camera and voltage needed, I would be
tempted to gang (if that is needed...) Sony NPF-960s
instead...