Turning on the Power
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When the power switch is set to <1>, the battery level will be
indicated in one of four levels:
z : Battery level is OK.
x : Battery level is less than half
full.
c : Battery will be exhausted soon.
(Blinks)
n : Battery must be recharged.
Battery Life
The figures above are based on a fully-charged Battery Pack LP-E10, no Live
View shooting, and CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) testing
standards.
z Checking the Battery Level
Temperature At 23°C / 73°F At 0°C / 32°F
No Flash Approx. 800 shots Approx. 750 shots
50% Flash Use Approx. 700 shots Approx. 650 shots
The number of possible shots will decrease with any of the following
operations:
• Pressing the shutter button halfway for a prolonged period.
• Often activating only the AF without taking a picture.
• Using the LCD monitor often.
• Using the lens Image Stabilizer.
The lens operation is powered by the camera’s battery. Depending on
the lens used, the number of possible shots may be lower.
For the number of possible shots with Live View shooting, see page 123.
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