I just spoke with Canon who told me NOT to buy aftermarket Batteries, as they may damage my camera. True? or Standard reply to increase Canon Sales?
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I've owned a Cannon PowerShot ELPH 320 HS for over a year. 2 of my three batteries are these 3rd party batteries. I've used the camera and all the batteries heavily for the past year, and I've noticed no adverse effects at all. You do want a total of three charged batteries ( and spare charger) to cover your power for vacations and family events. With only one you will run out. Having said that; my general advice is: always check the reviews on any 3rd party product, and be certain that the majority of the feedback is positive. Also make sure that -recent- feedback is positive, so you know that production quality has not slipped over time. I've owned a Cannon PowerShot ELPH 320 HS for over a year. 2 of my three batteries are these 3rd party batteries. I've used the camera and all the batteries heavily for the past year, and I've noticed no adverse effects at all. You do want a total of three charged batteries ( and spare charger) to cover your power for vacations and family events. With only one you will run out. Having said that; my general advice is: always check the reviews on any 3rd party product, and be certain that the majority of the feedback is positive. Also make sure that -recent- feedback is positive,... » Read More I've owned a Cannon PowerShot ELPH 320 HS for over a year. 2 of my three batteries are these 3rd party batteries. I've used the camera and all the batteries heavily for the past year, and I've noticed no adverse effects at all. You do want a total of three charged batteries ( and spare charger) to cover your power for vacations and family events. With only one you will run out. Having said that; my general advice is: always check the reviews on any 3rd party product, and be certain that the majority of the feedback is positive. Also make sure that -recent- feedback is positive, so you know that production quality has not slipped over time. « Show Less
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I bought them in October 2013, and they've worked fine. Sounds like Canon bunk to me, but can't say for sure.
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I've been using mine in rotation with the Canon battery for over a year and I've not had any issues this far.
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I don't know if that is true. I just know I have not had any problems with those batteries. The whole package was great on our trip to Europe where I needed to have multiple batteries charged and ready to go.
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Mine ate batteries as well, a lot sooner than yours. Check the reviews - most are excellent, but there are a few of us who have had battery problems. See if Canon will send you a new model.
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I am not a seller. I am a consumer buyer. I use the batteries for home and office just like any non dealer/business owner would. The seller is deceptive and for that reason alone, someone else gets my business from now on...TimmyT81
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I'd love to answer BUT I haven't put mine in the camera yet. I just charged them. By all accounts, They are a good replacement to the one that came with the Canon.
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If you have any questions about using it then don't Use it on the camera. Buy a trigger and shoot it off the camera. That is what I did with my canon.
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I can't answer that directly as it depends on use, I expect. I don't think I've replaced one in over 5 years, but I always keep an extra on hand. I did buy one that was a dud, but think it wasn't a Canon one. Would never again try to get a cheaper one. Not worth the savings. I would recommend getting an extra new one to keep on hand if you're traveling, but sounds like yours are still going strong at this point.
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You have to charge it outside the camera. It's a very good idea to have a spare battery, as your battery will inevitably run down at the worst possible moment. Be aware that Canon will not honor the warranty if a non-Canon battery causes a problem. That didn't stop me from buying a cheaper, third-party battery as a back-up, though, as the cost difference was substantial.
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My daughter & I both have that camera. When I purchased my camera from Amazon I also got a Canon charger for that type of battery. When my daughter lost her charger I got her another one on Amazon another from a different manufacturer as well as some more rechargeable batteries. With that much zoom your wear down your battery faster so I'm glad I now carry extra charged batteries.
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No that is not. I have two of these and neither one has given me any problems. Don't let the cheap price fool you, these items have been rated very high and I read many reviews before making an order. Someone should fix this problem for you. As long as you have actual canon name brand legit batteries, you shouldn't have a problem. I would call or email them and let them know. I'm sure you can get an exchange. Hope this helps. On a side note, they sent me two when I ordered one. I have no idea why
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I have the same issues as you. Seems like a waste if you like owning Original Canon Batteries
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i suppose once one has bought the camera many are not interested in this question. Pity because it is relevant. Come on one of you owners let us all know and boost sales.
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I checked out what model my camera was and it is your EOS. It is an after market battery. Most brick&mortar stores don't carry batteries. My Best Buy salesman told me where to get them.
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Regular Lithium Ion batteries might be ok, but I would check with Canon first; they don't mention those in their manual and definitely do not use rechargeable Lithium ion batteries in this camera unless Canon says it's ok to do so. I was looking at a Nikon camera where they specifically mentioned that you can use regular Lithium ion batteries but not rechargeable Lithium ion batteries.
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I didn't experience this when I bought mine. I wonder if the fulfilling vendor has changed. I wanted a second charger to cut down on the charging time for my two batteries. It looked identical to the one that I received with my 5dMKIII. Canon has a section on their USA site on how to spot fake/after market equipment. If you have a concern, I would check there.
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I can't help you with the question on that model but I can say both the battery and charger work as advertised and the charger has no problem charging my OEM Canon battery. Well worth the money spent.
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Robert R.: What did you "figure out" that required "no further comments"?! This is so frustrating trying to figure out which Sony batteries to order. Exactly which battery did you get to fit securely and is the "included battery adaptor" that "wimberleynerd" mentions needed? If so I didn't get one. Please explain. Thanks. SM
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I replaced my original Canon battery, the one that came with my Canon Rebel XT, after 4 years, during which I took a lot of pictures. If you are having to re-charge the battery more often, and the charge is not lasting as long, it might be time for a replacement. I would recommend staying with the Canon brand batteries. There are cheaper alternatives, but I'm not sure if they are as reliable.