Digital cameras use power at a faster rate than many other battery-powered devices. Battery life depends on how you use your camera, the type of batteries you select, and how you handle the batteries.


Using Your Camera


Some features require more power than others. To minimize your camera's use of power, follow these guidelines:

  • Reduce your use of the LCD screen for composing and reviewing pictures.
  • Reduce your use of the flash.
  • If your camera has power-saving features, such as LCD Dimmer or Auto Power Off, set the features to reduce the camera's use of power. Press the camera's Menu button and access the Setup menu.
  • If it is compatible with your camera, use an optional power adapter, camera dock, or printer dock when you transfer pictures to your computer.

Selecting Your Batteries

  • Make sure you use fully charged batteries of the correct type.

Handling Your Batteries

  • Make sure the battery contacts are free of dirt. Wipe the contacts with a clean, dry cloth before loading batteries in your camera.
  • When using your camera in temperatures below 41° F (5° C), carry spare batteries and keep them warm. Do not discard cold batteries that do not work; they may be usable when they return to room temperature.
  • Do not allow batteries to touch metal objects, including coins. Otherwise, the batteries may short-circuit, discharge energy, become hot, or leak.