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To: 5dave22 who wrote (19760)	3/21/2001 3:51:06 PM
From: Art Bechhoefer	Respond to of 60323

Dave, to solve the battery problem, simply get a set or two of rechargeable NiMH batteries, which cost about $35 or so, including charger. Gives you about five times more capacity per charge than does a set of fresh alkaline batteries. The flash on most of these smaller cameras, including the Nikon 990, is inadequate for anything more than snapshots up to 10 or 12 feet. The best thing to do here is to buy a universal flash bracket with appropriate cable connection to the camera and mount a really versatile, powerful flash, preferably with bounce flash capabilities. Expect to pay about $75 for a decent package. You'll get good coverage at distances to 20 or 25 feet, less red eye, and more pleasing modeling on faces. Also, if you turn off the built-in flash, you'll extend the battery life of the camera's batteries. The only other major draw on battery current is the flat panel display. If you are able to depend more on the optical finder, then you may be able to reduce the use of the flat panel display and save on batteries. Art