There's a special free accessory package deal on the MAHA/PowerEx MH-C204W Charger:
http://www.thomas-distributing.com/m...arger-buy.php3
$29.97 and only $2.99 shipping today only (10/15/2006) plus travel storage bag, battery holder and tester. It's a good deal for a good charger.
Lightning Pack 4000N,
http://www.ripvan100.com/products_recharger.htm , is another excellent charger and it only costs $24.95 plus shipping. Some prefer this charger since it is one of the faster rapid chargers (2-3 hours).
Can do a search for NiMH battery charger and choose the brand with the specs you want. Most National Chains (Best Buy, Circuit City, etc etc) carry name brand NiMH batteries (usually a 4-pack "AA") that includes a charger and run about $20.00-25.00. But usually those combo packs include slightly lower capacity (2050 mAh) batteries.
As far as battery brands, I usually buy "AA" Kodak MAX 2500mAh, Energizer 2500mAh, or Duracell 2500mAh, but will buy/try other brands when they are on sale or are higher rated. No experience with "AAA" NiMH batteries since the Duracell alkalines work and last reasonably well for my needs.