my camera uses a lot of AA batteries, is this a common problem
2006-11-08 05:05:53 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
It depends on the camera make, and so on, but you can help save power by making sure the auto-off function is set to a low time (1 minute normally).
Also check that 'continuous focus' is not on, as the camera is constantly working and adjusting then lens as you move about - you can normally change this to focus only when taking a shot.
Check that the backlight on your LCD is as low as it can be with you seeing it all the time.
Make sure you use mains power when transferring images to your computer.
Always use good-quality batteries - the cheapos cannot stay the distance and will end up costing you more.
Finally, invest in a charger and rechargable batteries. Get the best you can afford. These last longer per charge than AA batteries so you can use them longer. They will pay for themselves very quickly.
2006-11-08 05:10:54 · answer #1 · answered by satyricon_uk 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Your problem is very common. Here's a couple of suggestions:
1. Use the flash only when you need it. The flash gobbles up battery life. Try taking more pictures outdoors with good lighting (if you have a choice)
2. Turn off the LCD preview feature. This makes it so that you only see the shot for a few seconds as soon as you shoot. THis saves a ton of battery, believe me.
3. Invest in some Lithium batteries (Kodak makes these). These hold a charge much longer than other batteries. Some of them can be recharged in special chargers.
4. Another option is to purchase a rechargeable battery and charger set. Walmart sells them fairly cheap. Friends of mine have had great succes with them, but personally I think they are useless.
2006-11-08 05:24:55 · answer #2 · answered by grounded_firmly 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
* Turn off your digital camera when not in use to conserve your digital camera's energy .
* Normally, the new Canon powershot sd600 battery pack comes in a very low charge condition and must be fully charged before use.
* If you are using MicroDrive media, be forewarned that these miniature hard drives may take up quite more power than Compact Flash cards.
* Don't stop after taking every photo and look at the picture in your digital camera's playback mode.
* Wait until you can plug your camera into an AC adapter before you start to manage your photos.This is an easy way to cut down on the amount of power drained from your Canon powershot sd630 battery pack.
* Turn the LCD viewfinder off when applicable and use your regular viewfinder for taking pictures.
Recommend to go to http://www.super-camcorder-battery.com to look for your rechargeable battery.
2006-11-09 17:06:52 · answer #3 · answered by sunlet 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lithium batteries do final longer. i like utilising any batteries that are rechargeable and that i exploit a fifteen minute charger so i've got not got lots down time with my digicam. favourite batteries are very almost ineffective in digital cameras and could basically be used while their isn't any different selection.
2016-10-21 11:50:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not sure if it is the same with cameras, but in some phones the bigger the memory card the shorter the battery life.
2006-11-08 05:13:02 · answer #5 · answered by George Harris 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy rechargeable, they may seem to cost a lot at first but can save hundreds, I had one set 20 years and believe in that time I saved £2,000! work it out for yourself, your camera can use as many at two sets in a holiday week, if not more. You will only need two sets of two, remember rechargeable are more powerful if you buy the right ones, look for 2500 mAh of above.
2006-11-08 05:26:02 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
With my camera i can turn the preview off, the camera shows me the photo I've taken but isn't pre-viewing WHILST I'm taking it. It saves lots of battery juice.
2006-11-08 05:12:16 · answer #7 · answered by Kate J 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Digital cameras gobble power especially when the flash is on. Use a rechargable and make sure it is rated for at least 2300 mAh (milli-amp hours).
2006-11-09 11:02:02 · answer #8 · answered by prakdrive 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
digital cameras usually eat batteries
try getting rechargeable ones
2006-11-08 07:00:04 · answer #9 · answered by jimmyc1163 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I find I use a lot more batteries if I take photos. If I leave the camera switched off in a cupboard I never seem to need to buy new ones.
2006-11-08 05:08:02 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋