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Questions tagged [battery]

Vital to all digital cameras, and required for many film cameras — and for many accessories.

Digital cameras usually use proprietary lithium ion cells, or may take AA cells (where rechargeable low-self-discharge NiMH is usually preferred, but one-use batteries may be used in a pinch).

Film cameras often use "button" battery cells, usually now available as non-rechargeable but long-lasting lithium cells.

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How can I tell when it's time to replace (not just change) my rechargeable batteries?

My camera uses AAA batteries, and I have a few sets of NiMH AAAs. I know that these are only good for a certain number of charge cycles, but how can I tell when it's time to replace them? I've been charging each AAA by itself, then immediately…
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Are there rechargeable batteries which don't discharge when idle?

This is kind of a peripheral question — not exactly about photography, but about the batteries for my camera, which uses AA batteries. I have tried every known brand (to me) of rechargeable battery, and I find that no matter what brand, the…
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What do camera experts do for cameras that take too much battery power?

Some camera models have very short battery span — meaning that a new battery for a particular camera model has a short life span, as it can take fewer shots per charge. What would camera experts out there do if they had such a camera? Would they do…
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Is it better to charge my camera battery before first use?

I'm waiting for my Panasonic GH3 to arrive from B&H. When it does, is it better to charge up the battery first before using?
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Does leaving the battery inside a inactive camera for a few days consume power?

Will the camera (point and shoot or DSLR) that is switch off still consume power from the battery that is not removed from the camera? I saw on most camera manual will tell user to remove the battery if not using the camera for a period of time. I…
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How Long Does a Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery for Digital Camera Live?

There is much discussion about battery-life in use and a standard (CIPA) for measuring it but there is not much information on how long batteries are supposed to last. How long does a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery for digital cameras live for? Is…
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Where can I find a List/Comparison of CIPA battery ratings for current point-and-shoot cameras?

Where can I find a list or comparison CIPA ratings for current-generation point-and-shoot cameras? Looking for a camera that can last me a longer time on one charge.
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How do I check the battery status with a Fujifilm S9900?

I have a Fujifilm S9900 but was wondering if there is any way to check the status of the batteries that I am using and when I need to get new ones - besides when the low battery light flickers. Does anyone know where that might be? It takes 4 AA…
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Is there a quality compact camera with AA batteries?

When my wife has retired later this year we intend to hit the road big time. We are aiming to travel light (single hand luggage bag) so I want a compact rather than my DSLR. I also insist on AA batteries as cannot guarantee access to recharge…
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Why my Uniross Ni-Cd batteries are not getting charged?

I tried charging my Uniross 1000mAh NI-Cd batteries on my Energizer Battery Charger for 5 hours (as mentioned on the charger) but it is not getting charged. I also tried charging for various other durations ranging from 6 hours to 15 hours but still…
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Is there a special term for cameras that use standard, replaceable batteries?

Either what I'm looking for doesn't exist, or it's called something different than what I'm currently searching for. I'd like to buy a camera for a friend of mine who spends a lot of time backpacking. In this situation, replaceable batteries (e.g.…
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Canon EOS rebel 2000 35mm won’t turn on

I dug out this 35mm film camera from a drawer at my parents. It wouldn’t turn on so I replaced the battery but it still won’t turn on. Any advice?! I’d love to get it up and running if possible. Thanks!
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Canon 5D Mark IV says battery is full, dies in 2-3 minutes, both battery chargers show battery as full

I have a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV, along with 2 original Canon batteries, 2 aftermarket batteries, and 2 chargers (the original one and an aftermarket one that charges 2 batteries at the same time). For whatever reason, every time I take a battery out…
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battery not loading on film on camera

I have a Praktica M60 26mm Glass Lens camera and the battery ran out and i had to change it. when putting in new batteries, it won't work. any suggestions? i can't wind the film and it says 0 (backwards C)! help! i've tried many different batteries.
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Is it ok to use a 1500mAh battery when it calls for a 1100mAh

The book for the Ge x600 says 3.7v 1100mAh but all I can find is 3.7v 1500mAh. Can I use that in my GE x600 camera
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