K-m Burst Mode Problems...

Hi All,
I was at a birds of prey flying exhibition yesterday and encountered some problems with the K-m in high speed setting. I took five pictures in the burst with almost new lithium energizer AA's and the camera processed them and then said 'battery depleted' and shut down. As the batteries almost new I was very disappointed. I then started it up again and the battery meter showed full charge. Has anyone else come across this problem? I do lots of fast moving sport and maybe I need to upgrade already! I'm not sure these lithium AA's are up to the job.
Your thoughts apprecieted,
Phil

K-m/DAL 18-55/DA 55-200.

The batteries are the issue. The Lithium AA's will not hold their voltage under high discharge current. If you look at flash recycle times for instance, they are often slower than Alkaline cells but actually have a higher capacity, hence more flashes per set. Their internal resistance is slightly higher, so the voltage drops more as the load increases.

Ni-MH would serve you better.

Regards

Not had a problem with my K-m (other than the ability to catch exactly what i wanted to!)

For info I use a set of Duracell rechargeables 2650mAh. About £10 from Currys

K10D mentions above why the problem occurred...... get the highest mAh rating you can to minimise the impact of this.

i use the durecell 2650mah too and have had no problems

I use rechargebles Ni-MH , never had any probelms, it fires off like a good one.

i recomend using uniross hybross or sanyo eneloops as they hold there charge for longer, I think they hold 80% if not used for a year.

Hi Guys,
Thanks for all your help.I was recommended the Jessops 2700mah Ni-Mh batteries. They are much better. I can burst on hi setting many times before they are showing reduced voltage. I also got myself a PK-A 50mm f1.7 for £40 with lens hood and filter. It's a great little lens, I'm loving it!
Phil.