Does anyone have a problem of short battery life? I have purchased high quality regular and rechargable and haven't had too good luck
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Yes, got through a set of batteries after only a few shots.Returned under warranty and got replacement camera. No explanation, so can only assume this is a common fault with this model. Replacement camera appears to have normal battery life.
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SAme problem. very poor battery life. returned for another a1200. hope new camera has better battery life
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For anything using AA batteries, I recommend Sanyo Enerloop rechargeable batteries. They are many times better than any I have used previously. They not only have good duration, but also hold their charge unused for a longer time.
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I use only Sanyo Eneloop rechargeable batteries & charger system. They are great w/ long life per charge.
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I'm using Powerex 2700 mAh rechargeables (which even after breakin are more in the 2400-2500 mAh range) and get over 400 shots easily, however that's with minimal use of the flash.Sanyo Eneloops would also be excellent batteries for this camera.I would never consider using nonrechargeables in a digital camera. If you take a lot of photos then rechargeables will more than pay for themselves.
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I use only Sanyo Eneloop rechargeable batteries & chrger system. They are great w/ long life per charge.
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I haven't had an issue with this so it might be something that develops from overcharging (not ever letting the battery die and using it while it charges) or it could be a problem people have just personally run into.
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My experience is similar, although I don't usually use it constantly all day. I keep it charging whenever I'm not using it.
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I've had similar problems with mine since I got it new. Barely keeps a charge and dies out after a couple of uses.
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I do not have this problem. However I have been very careful not to leave it on the charger too long. My experience with this type of battery is that if it is frequently left on the chrger longer than 12 hours it looses some of its ability to hold a charge.
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Well, I got the same problem ! But after playing with the mouse a little, I realized that it was happening when the battery was weak.... So I buy rechargeable battery and the problem disappeared.
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After using my camera in my work for several months now, I have not had that problem. In fact, I use rechargeable batteries (which usually don't last as long) and they have been lasting very well. You might want to try rechargeables. I am well satisfied with this camera so far.
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Sorry, I have never had that problem with mine.. Mine holds it's charge for a long time.
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I have had absolutely no problems. May be it is because I do not use it often.
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I have the same problem and if you go to http://www.everythingq.com/ and sign on to the forum you'll see othe rpeople complain about the same thing.I am however thinking of investing in the ultra battery.Seems like a good investment.
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I have one working, battery holds up fine and is not an issue. The issue is the usb distance, I finally used a usb hub and it started working fine. When plug direct in usb I had problems.
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Battery dead on it? Try charging ... I have found with this product that if pressed closed too tightly, it can continuously press button(s) which will drain the rechargable battery quicker. A few hours on the included charger should fix that ... if not, warranty service may be required.
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I've had mine for quite a while. I love it and have had no problems. Keeps a charge for hours! Maybe you got a bad one.
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I purchased mine 6 weeks ago and am now having the same issue. I am wondering if yours and mine are from a bad lot. I have emailed the seller directly (per Amazon's instructions for defective batteries) and am waiting to receive an answer. I will most likely email the address on the box it came in if I don't hear back from the seller very soon.
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I have been using the battery for a couple months and I haven't had that problem. It doesn't seem to charge consistently though.I have not been happy with battery performance.
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I've never had any issues with mine. If I'm not mistaken it stops charging once it's fully charged!
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I can't answer this, in my case once I use the charged battery, my charger/battery will not take a new charge, is this a normal problem and should I look for a charger?