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Charging and installing the battery pack
Battery life
While using with viewfinder
Battery pack Continuous recording time ** Typical recording time ***
NP-F330 (supplied) 80 (70) 45 (40)
NP-F550 165 (140) 90 (80)
NP-F530 130 (115) 70 (65)
While using with LCD
Battery pack Continuous Typical Playing
recording time ** recording time *** time with LCD
NP-F330 (supplied) 60 (55) 35 (30) 65 (60)
NP-F550 130 (115) 75 (65) 135 (120)
NP-F530 100 (90) 55 (50) 105 (95)
Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you use a normally charged battery.
Battery life will be shorter if you use the camcorder in a cold environment.
** Approximate continuous recording time at 25°C (77°F).
*** Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop,
zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter.
Notes on remaining battery time indication during recording
• Remaining battery time is displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
However, the indication may not be displayed properly, depending on using
conditions and circumstances.
• When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about 1 minute for the
correct remaining time to be displayed.
To remove the battery pack
Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.