New Ricoh Charger

reh321 · 12-07-2020, 07:48 AM

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Originally posted by mirceattl

A good upgrade overall, less cables and used space is always a plus.

and more flexibilty = always a plus.

JPT · 12-15-2020, 04:43 AM

The new charger PENTAX K-BC177J is now available in Japan. It is advertised as charging a D-LI90P in 2 and a half hours, but initial reports say it's a bit faster than that in reality.

angerdan · 12-15-2020, 12:17 PM

Originally posted by JPT

The new charger PENTAX K-BC177J is now available in Japan. It is advertised as charging a D-LI90P in 2 and a half hours, but initial reports say it's a bit faster than that in reality.

105€ / $130:
K-BC177J | RICOH IMAGING
Amazon.co.jp: PENTAX K-BC177J Battery Charger Adapter Kit, Rapid Charging, Approx. 2.5 Hours (Compatible Batteries) D-LI90, D-LI90P 37872

**Yaki** · 12-15-2020, 12:31 PM

It will be nice to be able to charge the battery in the car. I'd love to have such charger for my next camera.

**Photos-by-Chas** · 12-15-2020, 12:53 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Yaki

It will be nice to be able to charge the battery in the car. I'd love to have such charger for my next camera.

There are numerous batteries and chargers available on Amazon, just not Pentax brand. I received a Pentax charger (single battery capacity) plus an additional non-Pentax battery with my K70. I since have also received a two battery charger and two batteries (Wasabi brand) which can be charged via a USB cable at home or in the car. It charges both batteries in about 2-3 hours and they seem to last as long as the Pentax battery. Unless you require a Pentax battery and charger, check out Amazon, mine seems to work very well.

**Yaki** · 12-15-2020, 01:01 PM

Originally posted by Photos-by-Chas

There are numerous batteries and chargers available on Amazon, just not Pentax brand. I received a Pentax charger (single battery capacity) plus an additional non-Pentax battery with my K70. I since have also received a two battery charger and two batteries (Wasabi brand) which can be charged via a USB cable at home or in the car. It charges both batteries in about 2-3 hours and they seem to last as long as the Pentax battery. Unless you require a Pentax battery and charger, check out Amazon, mine seems to work very well.

WOW, I didn' t think of this option at all

. Thanks for the hint

Not a Number · 12-15-2020, 02:04 PM

Wasabi seem to be good replacement batteries however there have been complaints of shorter overall life (number of recharges) as well as swelling.

**Photos-by-Chas** · 12-15-2020, 02:12 PM

Originally posted by Not a Number

Wasabi seem to be good replacement batteries however there have been complaints of shorter overall life (number of recharges) as well as swelling.

I will keep watch on them for swelling. In total I have four batteries and try to rotate them so all get used fairly equally.

Kunzite · 12-15-2020, 02:16 PM

I'd rather have trouble free originals. It's not like I need lots of batteries... one and a spare are more than enough.

**mlt** · 12-15-2020, 03:10 PM

Originally posted by Kunzite

I'd rather have trouble free originals. It's not like I need lots of batteries... one and a spare are more than enough.

And at least we can be sure of the standard the original Pentax batteries are built to maintain. I’ve not heard of any swelling issues reported with original Pentax batteries.

stevebrot · 12-15-2020, 05:51 PM

Originally posted by Not a Number

Wasabi seem to be good replacement batteries however there have been complaints of shorter overall life (number of recharges) as well as swelling.

All of my third-party batteries (Wasabi and DSTE) are playing their swan songs as of late, the Wasabi after a few more years of service than the DSTE. Unfortunately, so is the original Pentax D-LI90 that came with my K-3. Oh! The battery Woes!

The Wasabis were bought about four years ago.

Steve

MikeyBugs95 · 12-15-2020, 06:12 PM

Originally posted by Not a Number

Wasabi seem to be good replacement batteries however there have been complaints of shorter overall life (number of recharges) as well as swelling.

I've had pretty good luck with the 2 Wasabi batteries I have. I've had a problem when my camera froze up with a Wasabi in very cold conditions but the battery was getting low then. Other than that, it hasn't failed me.

mirceattl · 12-16-2020, 02:43 AM

Originally posted by Photos-by-Chas

There are numerous batteries and chargers available on Amazon, just not Pentax brand. I received a Pentax charger (single battery capacity) plus an additional non-Pentax battery with my K70. I since have also received a two battery charger and two batteries (Wasabi brand) which can be charged via a USB cable at home or in the car. It charges both batteries in about 2-3 hours and they seem to last as long as the Pentax battery. Unless you require a Pentax battery and charger, check out Amazon, mine seems to work very well.

Yup, there are options if open for non-Pentax alternatives.

torge · 12-16-2020, 08:52 AM

doesn't 100$ for a charger seem rather expensive?

stevebrot · 12-16-2020, 09:31 AM

Seen just now on B&H Web site:

Pentax K-BC177U Rapid Battery Charger Kit 37874 B&H Photo Video

Pentax D-BC177 Travel Charger 37871 B&H Photo Video

Steve

12-15-2020, 01:01 PM	#111
Yaki Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Sofia Posts: 951	Originally posted by Photos-by-Chas There are numerous batteries and chargers available on Amazon, just not Pentax brand. I received a Pentax charger (single battery capacity) plus an additional non-Pentax battery with my K70. I since have also received a two battery charger and two batteries (Wasabi brand) which can be charged via a USB cable at home or in the car. It charges both batteries in about 2-3 hours and they seem to last as long as the Pentax battery. Unless you require a Pentax battery and charger, check out Amazon, mine seems to work very well. WOW, I didn' t think of this option at all. Thanks for the hint

12-15-2020, 05:51 PM	#116
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by Not a Number Wasabi seem to be good replacement batteries however there have been complaints of shorter overall life (number of recharges) as well as swelling. All of my third-party batteries (Wasabi and DSTE) are playing their swan songs as of late, the Wasabi after a few more years of service than the DSTE. Unfortunately, so is the original Pentax D-LI90 that came with my K-3. Oh! The battery Woes! The Wasabis were bought about four years ago. Steve Last edited by stevebrot; 12-15-2020 at 06:22 PM.

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reh321 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Bend, IN, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,179	Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. Originally posted by mirceattl A good upgrade overall, less cables and used space is always a plus. and more flexibilty = always a plus.

12-15-2020, 04:43 AM	#107
JPT Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Tokyo Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,821	The new charger PENTAX K-BC177J is now available in Japan. It is advertised as charging a D-LI90P in 2 and a half hours, but initial reports say it's a bit faster than that in reality.

12-15-2020, 12:17 PM	#108
angerdan Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,639	Originally posted by JPT The new charger PENTAX K-BC177J is now available in Japan. It is advertised as charging a D-LI90P in 2 and a half hours, but initial reports say it's a bit faster than that in reality. 105€ / $130: K-BC177J \| RICOH IMAGING Amazon.co.jp: PENTAX K-BC177J Battery Charger Adapter Kit, Rapid Charging, Approx. 2.5 Hours (Compatible Batteries) D-LI90, D-LI90P 37872

12-15-2020, 12:31 PM	#109
Yaki Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Sofia Posts: 951	It will be nice to be able to charge the battery in the car. I'd love to have such charger for my next camera.

12-15-2020, 12:53 PM - 1 Like	#110
Photos-by-Chas Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Northwest Pennsylvania, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,318	Originally posted by Yaki It will be nice to be able to charge the battery in the car. I'd love to have such charger for my next camera. There are numerous batteries and chargers available on Amazon, just not Pentax brand. I received a Pentax charger (single battery capacity) plus an additional non-Pentax battery with my K70. I since have also received a two battery charger and two batteries (Wasabi brand) which can be charged via a USB cable at home or in the car. It charges both batteries in about 2-3 hours and they seem to last as long as the Pentax battery. Unless you require a Pentax battery and charger, check out Amazon, mine seems to work very well.

12-15-2020, 02:04 PM	#112
Not a Number Moderator Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Venice, CA Posts: 10,526	Wasabi seem to be good replacement batteries however there have been complaints of shorter overall life (number of recharges) as well as swelling.

12-15-2020, 02:12 PM	#113
Photos-by-Chas Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Northwest Pennsylvania, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,318	Originally posted by Not a Number Wasabi seem to be good replacement batteries however there have been complaints of shorter overall life (number of recharges) as well as swelling. I will keep watch on them for swelling. In total I have four batteries and try to rotate them so all get used fairly equally.

12-15-2020, 02:16 PM	#114
Kunzite Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Romania Posts: 15,132	I'd rather have trouble free originals. It's not like I need lots of batteries... one and a spare are more than enough.

12-15-2020, 03:10 PM	#115
mlt Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 1,159	Originally posted by Kunzite I'd rather have trouble free originals. It's not like I need lots of batteries... one and a spare are more than enough. And at least we can be sure of the standard the original Pentax batteries are built to maintain. I’ve not heard of any swelling issues reported with original Pentax batteries.

12-15-2020, 06:12 PM	#117
MikeyBugs95 Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: New York Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,206	Originally posted by Not a Number Wasabi seem to be good replacement batteries however there have been complaints of shorter overall life (number of recharges) as well as swelling. I've had pretty good luck with the 2 Wasabi batteries I have. I've had a problem when my camera froze up with a Wasabi in very cold conditions but the battery was getting low then. Other than that, it hasn't failed me.

12-16-2020, 02:43 AM	#118
mirceattl Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Photos: Gallery Posts: 157	Originally posted by Photos-by-Chas There are numerous batteries and chargers available on Amazon, just not Pentax brand. I received a Pentax charger (single battery capacity) plus an additional non-Pentax battery with my K70. I since have also received a two battery charger and two batteries (Wasabi brand) which can be charged via a USB cable at home or in the car. It charges both batteries in about 2-3 hours and they seem to last as long as the Pentax battery. Unless you require a Pentax battery and charger, check out Amazon, mine seems to work very well. Yup, there are options if open for non-Pentax alternatives.

12-16-2020, 08:52 AM	#119
torge Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Hamburg Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 199	doesn't 100$ for a charger seem rather expensive?

12-16-2020, 09:31 AM	#120
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Seen just now on B&H Web site: Pentax K-BC177U Rapid Battery Charger Kit 37874 B&H Photo Video Pentax D-BC177 Travel Charger 37871 B&H Photo Video Steve