The battery life and the number of images recordable are decreased under the following conditions:

At low temperatures.

Using the flash.

Turning on and off frequently.

Using the zoom frequently.

When [POWER SAVE] is set to [OFF].

Using the battery pack used repeatedly or self-discharged after charging (page 97).

The POWER SAVE function

When the POWER SAVE function is activated, you can shoot for a longer period of time.

Set the mode dial to SET UP, and set [POWER SAVE] in [SETUP 2] to [ON]. The factory setting is [ON] (page 94).

When the POWER SAVE function is activated

The LCD screen will be darker than it is when [POWER SAVE] is set to [OFF]. You cannot change the settings for [LCD BACKLIGHT] at this time (page 94).

When the power turns on, the Flash mode is normally set to “” (No flash).

If you want to shoot using the flash, press v ( ) on the control button, and select “” (Forced flash) or Auto (page 26).

When shooting sill images, the focus only works while the shutter button is pressed down halfway.

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