Recent content by aptsys

I think this is exactly the point. I hold the camera mainly by the lens, palm facing up, so a battery grip does nothing for me except make it heavier. I purchased one when I got my 450d because everyone said it was essential :cuckoo:, but I just couldn't hold the camera as easily as it got in...

The fast chargers should charge at a rate of 1C as this gives the optimal charge profile, so 2100mAh cells should take less than 90 minutes to charge. Heat is an issue, but is a by product of charging and is perfectly acceptable with a rapid charger so long as the cells are not being...

It's not true. So long as you have dV/dt and thermal sensing (+safety timer) it is actually a more reliable and safe way of charging as it does not rely on knowing the state of charge at the start of the charge cycle. There is therefore no risk of overcharging. Slow chargers (0.1C) require the...

Blue Gouramis with Angel Fish?! :shake: Be careful the Angel Fish don't get bullied by them as they are very aggressive towards them. Nice pictures though. :)

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