Do the batteries eject when changing sd card? (Old camera loses date info each time sd card is changed; like to avoid this.)
880151
Well, indeed the batteries eject when you change SD card, but I've just checked that the date/time setting nevertheless remain the same. Looks that the settings are independent (at least for a while) of the the presence of the batteries.
718690
I have been experiencing the EXACT same problem with my Canon A590IS since Nov. 2008. I replaced the lithium, button cell (not cheap or easy to find) and still have an occasional loss of date and time.My guess is the pull out battery carrier the button cell sits in is poorly designed allowing the cell to momentarily lose contact and thus require a reset.There have been at least a couple of complaints about this problem in the 590 reviews.
510738
Wow! Thanks Blue!!! I was about to throw out this camera. I owned it for 21 months. Once I removed the memory card, it worked perfectly. I guess that's what I get for purchasing a generic memory card.
891360
YES! I returned my first one because Canon said this was not normal - but now I'm having problems with the second. Are they lying? Also, does anyone think it's the actual connection of the batteries in the compartment? Should I return this or just accept this is how the product works? I'm so frustrated!
343271
Mine's worked perfectly since day one. On one occasion several months ago the camera didn't recognize the second battery, but unplugging and reinstalling the battery pack cured that. Actually, I think I forgot to turn off the camera when changing batteries. Just make sure the camera is turned off when removing or reinstalling the battery pack. I'm very happy with this unit. I'll admit I do use ONLY Nikon brand batteries, though. I've learned over the years to be a bit skittish about third party brand batteries in my Nikon DSLR's.
435751
I am having exactly the same problem, taking the battery out for 30 minutes works for a time but the problem starts again after a few days. Leaving the battery out until required sometimes makes the camera difficult to switch on or off. I don't think that Creative are interested. If anyone has the answer please let us know.
495551
our camera dies ALL the time! we have to unscrew the battery compartment, take them out, then put them back in, to have it come back to life. It seems to be happening more and more. I plan on contacting customer service about the issue.
1704054
I've never used the camera battery in mine, but the AA's last relatively long...I buy the lithium ones & I've only changed them out twice I think...
575068
My camera did the same thing and at first I thought it was the camera and I thought about exchanging it for a new one. I instead bought another memory card to try first and since then I haven't had any issues.
2202292
I have been using my new card for a little over a month and so far no problems. I bought it to replace a SanDisk card that was full. Have another camera I have used for about 10 years and always use Sandisk cards with no problems.
627419
I did not loose any of my data....and changing the battery was not as hard as I thought it was going yo be.... Hope that helps
22810
As long as the batteries are installed, date and time remain. However, this is my secondary camera (only used in wet environments) so I do have to reset it when I put batteries back in for each use.
300780
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.
1055173
My experience has been very good... Over Christmas for example, I had a battery last me for a few days, and that's with shooting probably 20 photos and a little video each day. On trips where I'm doing a lot of shooting I may go through a battery each day and recharge at night. Since I have two batteries I just cycle them through and am never lacking a charged battery. When I got my camera, a firmware update made battery life significantly better... Could be the same for you.Best of luck!
1750933
No. I've had this camera for many years and never had a problem. Probably depends what battery you're using. They don't last forever -- even tho rechargable.
510737
I had this occur several times before a conversation with a techy suggested that the memory (SD) card might be too slow and causing the camera to lock up. I replaced a 4GB Class 2 card with an 8GB Class 4 card and have not had the problem, so maybe this will work. Good luck.
265862
Oops. Are we not to use rechargeables? My ds got this camera for Christmas and we put rechargeables in (and have not had to replace them yet). No problems here....