The SP-500 uses four AA batteries, and Olympus includes four alkaline cells which will quickly make their way into your trash can. So, do yourself a favor and buy a set or two of NiMH rechargeables and a fast charger. They'll last longer, cost less over the long term, and won't end up in our landfills. Unfortunately, Olympus does not provide battery life for most of their cameras, which makes it impossible to compare the SP-500 against the competition in this area..



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