Nikon MH-62 Battery Charger for Coolpix P1, P2, S1 & S3 Digital Camera

by Nikon

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.4 x 3 x 2.9 inches ; 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000816TC4
• Item model number: 25690
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 16, 2006

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Always make sure you've got a charged battery for your Nikon Coolpix S1 digital camera with the Nikon MH-62 Battery Charger. It's great for charging extra batteries or taking along on trips. It accepts the rechargeable Lithium-ion EN-EL8 battery only.

Product Description

Nikon's MH-62 battery charger is used to recharge the dedicated EN-EL8 rechargeable lithium-ion battery, common with many Coolpix camera models.

Customer Reviews

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Nikon MH-62 Charger - Works for Newer Cameras Like the S52 and S52c, July 21, 2008

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Mark "Technology, Music and Movies" (East Coast) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Nikon MH-62 Battery Charger for Coolpix P1, P2, S1 & S3 Digital Camera (Electronics)

Nikon MH-62 Battery Charger for Coolpix P1, P2, S1 & S3 Digital Camera is designed to charge the rechargable Lithium-ion EN-EL8 battery. I doubt many people are still buying or using the P1, P2, S1 and S3 these days. The good news is that this is the same battery used in the newer versions of Nikon's S class cameras, including the Nikon Coolpix S52 and the Nikon Coolpix S52c.

I don't know if any newer P series cameras still use the EN-EL8, as several I have purchased appear to use AA batteries. But the S5x series cameras definitely use this battery and charger, as I have owned several and this is compatible with all of them.

The small indicator light on the charger will blink till it is charged. When the light turns solid, it is important to remove the battery so as to not over-charge it. While this charger appears to not overcharge (I've left it in a little longer by accident) it's impossible to tell and I am incredibly paranoid about burning out those LI-ON batteries.

Charging is quick and generally done within about an hour. I have no complaints with the way it works.

But I do have to deduct at least 1 star for the price, which seems slightly high for what it is.

There are other chargers made by 3rd parties, but I stick with Nikon branded ones to protect my investment and preserve the life of my batteries.

While all Nikon cameras that use rechargeable batteries generally come with chargers, having an extra is a must for travel or convenience. Definitely grab one if you have an S5x series camera or another one that uses the rechargable lithium-ion EN-EL8 battery.

Enjoy!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Compact, reliable, works great, July 5, 2006

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This review is from: Nikon MH-62 Battery Charger for Coolpix P1, P2, S1 & S3 Digital Camera (Electronics)

I like the way that this charger keeps it simple. It's small enough to pack and take it with you and it charges the batteries fast. Great for keeping my backup battery charged and ready.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good unit with one minor problem, July 15, 2007

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GMS186 "GMS186" (CT, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Nikon MH-62 Battery Charger for Coolpix P1, P2, S1 & S3 Digital Camera (Electronics)

Good product - however - for long term storage the battery should be DISCHARGED ! I would hope the unit would AUTOMATICALLY take care of that necessity, charging the battery when one wanted to use it, perhaps overnight the night before intended use.