The LP-EL was designed with high-performance flash photography in mind. Its capable of holding a great deal of charge and delivering the large currents required for fast recycling and rapid burst shooting for the Speedlite EL-1. It can be charged using a standard LC-E6 / LC-E6E battery charger*, which is supplied with many of our EOS cameras. The LP-EL also features electronic circuitry that allows the Speedlite EL-1, to indicate exactly how much charge is left, so you can replace or recharge your battery at just the right time. In use the LP-EL delivers hundreds of full power flashes on a single charge and has a lifetime of approx. 300 charge / discharge cycles.BenefitsLarge capacity powers fast recycling and inspires confidence that youll always be ready for the next shotFor maximum convenience the LP-EL can be charged with our LC-E6 / LC-E6E charger*, which is supplied as standard with many EOS camerasAlways know how much charge is left, thanks to electronic circuitry that communica