If I get a defective SX280 how soon will I get the low battery indication?.
1007354
My SX280HS camera is not defective, and so I answer the low battery indication from that format. On videos - if you are running the zoom full range and frequently - you will get the low battery indication sooner than if it is allowed to remain at a fixed position. My battery of choice is the NB-6L that has 1600 mAh, vs a lower rating. In shooting videos at HD 1920 x 1080, and moving the zoom frequently - I can get about five minutes before the battery just stops. The low battery indication comes on around 3 to 4 minutes. I carry lots of batteries, taking care to keep them warm.
1007355
My SX280HS camera is not defective, and so I answer the low battery indication from that format. On videos - if you are running the zoom full range and frequently - you will get the low battery indication sooner than if it is allowed to remain at a fixed position. My battery of choice is the NB-6L that has 1600 mAh, vs a lower rating. In shooting videos at HD 1920 x 1080, and moving the zoom frequently - I can get about five minutes before the battery just stops. The low battery indication comes on around 3 ½ to 4 minutes. I carry lots of batteries, taking care to keep them warm.
1007356
In my case, it happened the first day I had the camera - and that was AFTER I had updated the firmware (I didn't check to see if it also could happen before I updated the firmware).
1007357
I had the problem last week. I charged the battery and used the video function for about 20-25 minutes. I also took about 60 pictures. I tried to use the camera the next day and there was no warning. I had 2 bars of battery left and the camera shut down and stated I needed to charge my battery. This has happened before, but I only used the camera for about 2 minutes and then it shut down. There were 3 bars of battery left. So to answer your question, there is no warning before the battery shuts down. If you haven't bought it yet, please consider buying something else. This is not a great camera. I had the problem last week. I charged the battery and used the video function for about 20-25 minutes. I also took about 60 pictures. I tried to use the camera the next day and there was no warning. I had 2 bars of battery left and the camera shut down and stated I needed to charge my battery. This has happened before, but I only used the camera for about 2 minutes and then it shut down. There were 3 bars of battery left. So to answer your question, there is no warning before the battery shuts down. If you haven't bought it yet, please consider buying something else. This is not a great... » Read More I had the problem last week. I charged the battery and used the video function for about 20-25 minutes. I also took about 60 pictures. I tried to use the camera the next day and there was no warning. I had 2 bars of battery left and the camera shut down and stated I needed to charge my battery. This has happened before, but I only used the camera for about 2 minutes and then it shut down. There were 3 bars of battery left. So to answer your question, there is no warning before the battery shuts down. If you haven't bought it yet, please consider buying something else. This is not a great camera. « Show Less
1007358
I am astounded at how fast this camera drains the battery. On a recent trip, I was fortunate to have two extras, besides the one in the camera.
1007359
It's completely random. I got it sometimes within the first 3-4 seconds and sometimes after over 25-30 seconds.
590503
That 1 hr 59 minutes isn't battery time. It indicates how much space is available in the flash memory.I finally returned mine after days of fiddling and customer support shenanigans and tech support miscommunications. This is in September and clearly they have been having this issue since at least as far back as July. Flip tech support says this is normal behavior and is "to be expected." Well, there ya go. If you buy this camera then the inability to charge reliably and easily is "to be expected." My new Kodak Zi8 arrives today.
501951
The best I can tell you is to double (triple) check that the batteries are fully charged and inserted properly (which you say they are). Take it to a camera store nearby; check the phone book, and they should be more than happy to help you. If the camera was sent to you defective, you'll be eligible for a refund. Whoever sold it to you will swap it, or you can call Canon - they have great customer service.
358287
I have this camera and I had the same problem, when it says the battery is low, it's means really low, only for some more shots. So I bought another battery and I carry it in the camera pack. I did this because I know how much time I can take pictures in "extreme pictures situations", like going in museums for one day for example. Two bateries for me is enought. You need to test and know "your limits". :-) Another good thing I did was turning off the LCD most of the time in this situations. According to the manual this saves a lot of energy: from their tests you can shoot 160 picts with it on and 600 with it off!
497591
I have no idea. I just needed a new battery or I would have had to pitch the camera. So far all is well.
1865152
Poor. The battery seems to quit unexpectedly. I've contacted Fuji to see about sending the camera/battery back for possible repair.
1722809
Not advised because the battery has a short life before being charged again. I have heard complaints about the 7710 locking up and have to be reset. I bought one and returned it for credit because it would not turn on. I bought a 7720 at the last FMCA Rally and they told me there are other glitches with the 7710. I would suggest buying the 7720 if you haven't bought one yet.
268214
Don't know what the SX280 battery issues are, but the SX260 battery has a great time of use...I bought extra batteries: just to be safe taking vacation pics all day long, and have never needed to replace the battery during a long day of photo taking.
818477
I had the same problem when I first used my Sx110 IS. I think it is the stock batteries. I put a pair of my own in and the camera works just fine, taking more pictures than it did with the batteries that came in the package. Hope that helps!
106661
Here are the speed specs for the sx280: Boot time: 1.6 seconds, Recycle time: 0.3 seconds,Shutter Lag: 0.1 seconds. Compared to the sx260: Boot time: 1.8 seconds, Recycle time: 0.5 secondsShutter Lag: 0.2 seconds. sx280 shutter response is twice as fast!
1553188
After I purchased two TT850 and one TT860 and additional battery, I got the following message from the distributor I purchased them from: "We are writing because we were notified by our distributor that some stock we received of Neewer TT850/TT860 speedlights were supplied with the incorrect battery which doesn't perform as it is intended. If your TT850/TT860 battery hasn't performed as expected please let us know, as we have replacements available to send out. " At the time I hadn't had a problem...however while shooting a wedding this weekend one of the batteries stopped working. I could turn the unit off and then on and it would work again (but for only 1-2 flashes). Fortunately I had the back-up battery and had no problems the rest of the evening. I plan to get this battery replaced...hopefully quickly!
2070613
yes i have the same problem, one time i just replaced new batteries and took 2-3 pics and then set it for a flash pic and the camera went down saying "change the bateteries"Not sure if this piece has a problem or if there is some issue with all S2s
2229145
I like SX280 very much. However, the battery life is short. Basically you have to recharge it every day. Plus, the cheap replacements of genuine Cannon batteries are even shorter. So I cannot compare the quality of pictures between SX260 and SX280 but I love pictures I get with SX289.
2239287
To be honest the battery life seems really good and I have yet to get to the point where the battery has gotten low enough to get some kindof warning . There is a very small led light which is either red or blue I'd imagine that is probably the indicator light to let a person knowwhen the battery is low. I would have to check the manual to be positive though. I hope this info still helps.
2139060
When you turn it on it will flash a light twice indicating the battery level. Just look to make sure the light is green. It will change to yellow or red (I can't remember which) when the battery runs low. My battery lasted a very long time, 17 months before I had to change it.
1689055
I do not know. I usually make sure I have 4 batteries all fully charged and when I notice the camera slowing down I change the batteris. Sorry cant be of more assistance
1779709
Mine never worked at all. My advice would be to do like I did: request a refund, then throw this battery in the garbage and spend a few bucks on an Anker or other decent brand. :-) Seriously, you may want to remove the battery while the computer is plugged in and see if it changes anything on the status display. If it changes, you know the battery is bad, if not, I would suspect a problem with the computer.