How is the battery life for this camera?
1467001
The life in great on the battery. But I always buy two or more. One of mine other camera I have six more batteries for it.
1467002
Don't know because I used the camera once and did NOT like the results. Will probably give it away... Should have returned it but I had already recycled the box.
1467003
We (my wife has the same camera) have been satisfied with the battery life. However we each have a spare battery also. We were both pleased with the quality of the photos we took on a trip to Italy last November. Al E.
1467004
Battery life is pretty good. I like it because it is rechargeable. Just plug it into an outlet.
1819223
I think the battery life is great! I used one pair of AA batteries to take 600+ pictures on a week long trip last month. I bought the camera over a year ago and have taken many thousands of pictures with it. I have no complaints about batteries. I can even turn it on and take pictures after it has been sitting for a month or two. I've dropped it several times. Even though it has a few dings, it still performs fine underwater.
831981
Well it depends on what you are running on the camera from what I can tell so far. My camera has been broken a few times so I haven't really had a chance to see the life of the battery. The battery that came with the camera was bad. It died within an hour and wouldn't hold a charge. Mind you the camera was purchased DIRECTLY from Olympus. That wasn't good to have a bad camera AND a bad battery. :( I got a replacement and it seems to work fine. But I can't give you a true time length as I haven't tested it yet past an hour or two with general use.
263580
Bob, I have had my camera for about 3 weeks. But I would say it all depends on the way you use it. For me it last all day taking picture around Disney. Then I charge the battery every night. Hope that helped.
17315
The battery is rechargeable and lasts for approximately 300 shots. I think the battery life is effected by the amount of times you zoom in or out since the lens is operated via the battery. The camera comes with a very nice camera strap. A standard size sd card (not micro) works in the camera. Hope this helps!
1865151
I haven't really gauged how long the battery lasts; much depends on flash usage, video vs. stills, etc. But, the battery in my new camera out lasts its predecessor, and I don't even give battery life a second thought. If you're worried, get a second, back-up battery.
162851
it uses a tiny lithium ion battery. battery life is okay but not great. it works for taking pictures around the house, but I bought an extra one so I always have one ready to use. extra batteries are cheap, about $7. the main advantage with this camera is the ability to control it with the touch screen and the ability to share photos instantly via WiFi. it has a nice amount of features for the price. I recommend getting it as a package deal with an extra battery, memory card, etc. it's not a professional photographer's camera and only average as a hobby camera, but it's practical. there's a great website for comparing camera features. just Google the brand/model number d "vs" and the other brand/model number.
1886782
Good long time. I don't take too many pics at one time, maybe 10 max. If I don't take any for a while, the battery is still good two months later. Then I re-charge just to be sure.
2116473
I don't have enough experience with prolonged photo sessions to give you definitive answer on the battery life. My initial perception is that it's less than the Canon pocket cameras I've used in the past. That's why I bought a couple of aftermarket batteries to have as spares. I did not exhaust the battery over the holiday period, during which time I turned the camera on frequently and took a modest number of photos (less than 100), all on a single charge. I do not view battery life as a negative on this camera.
2199588
I can't answer the question because the camera stopped working within days of purchase. I have to return. The seller appears to be solid on returns and I can't find where others are having such problems with the camera going dead. This is the second unit I purchased and both have stopped working within days. There appears to be some sort of problem with an internal fuse blowing that has to be factory replaced. I didn't have a problem with the battery life because I used the camera as a dash cam and kept it plugged into the car.
1817707
I have taken 300+ pictures mixed with a few videos on a fully charged battery. It will also hold a charge for a long time when not in use.
189365
I have had the cameras in the woods for over a month and they both say they have 75% or the battery life left. I have gotten about 50 to 60 pictures from each unit.
934068
Battery here is not impressive, at least in comparison with my old Lumix LX-3. Turn camera off when not shooting should become a good habit. Also, there is no pause for video shooting and bno ability to get snapshots while playing.
89248
Yes i would recommend on with better battery life..... Its not that good of a camera....
631365
The battery life is good and it is rechargeable. It last longer than my other Olympus camera.
885429
No complaints on battery life--just to make sure, I plug it in prior to going out to take pictures with it--just avoid overcharging for long periods of time. (not good for any rechargeable battery).
554065
My first camera lasted for only 25 pictures on one charge. I charged the battery for two hours. I sent it back and got another one. This one lasted for about 60 pictures! I don't know if I should send this one back as well. I love the camera, but I think the charge should last for more than one day. Any one else with problems with battery life?