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Canon PowerShot A530
Canon PowerShot A530
B-
HQ Grade: B-
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 4 out of 5
"Great Pictures ~ keep extra batteries"
  • 4 out of 5
"can't beat it for the $"
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jankrishna (jankrishnadames) 2 pts
November 22, 2006 12:53 AM
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a530 good camera but new batteries fast finished (after 10=20 pictures) how to change this problem ?

using new batteries in the camera but after use off zoom and take about 10-20 pictures battery warning is blinking and not to long after batteries are down what can i do to change this problem (new camera 2 mn old)
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Ben Keough (DeadWolfBones) 10631 pts
November 22, 2006 12:59 AM
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Hello,

I'll hazard a guess here and say that your problem is probably that you're using AA alkaline disposables where you should be using AA NiMH rechargeables. Using rechargeable batteries will not only give you longer battery life, it will also save you money in the long run, as rechargeables can generally be used through up to 1000 charge/discharge cycles. You can find AA NiMH batteries at several retailers around the internet, as well as your local electronics store or department store chain. They come rated by their capacity (in units called mAh). The highest capacity currently widely available for AAs is 2700mAh. These should give you a much longer-lasting charge.

I hope this helps!
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Brenda P (BrendaP) 28728 pts
November 22, 2006 1:00 AM
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Are you using regular batteries? If so, I recommend changing to rechargeables immediately if not sooner. Using flash and zoom etc., you will run out quickly- and there's no telling how long those batteries were on the shelf either, I once bought three packs of regular batteries and got a total of about 30 photos out of them because they just kept dying. I then bought rechargeables (I have a Canon Powershot A series, too) and have not had to charge them for two months. Helps immensely.
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Ben Keough (DeadWolfBones) 10631 pts
December 21, 2006 5:09 PM
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Hi, I noticed that you haven't marked any replies as the "best answer." Are you still looking for an answer? If so, I recommend you re-submit it on http://www.digitalcamera-hq.com so it will have a better chance of being noticed. These days it looks like most questions are being answered within a few days. Good luck!
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MILIND 0 pts
March 13, 2007 12:05 PM
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I am using sony Ni-MH batteries for the same camera but out of 4 batteries 2 fits in camera nad remaining two doesnot and also batteries get discharge veri fast even after 10-15 snaps please suggest me the solution
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t00nz (t00nz) 146 pts
December 16, 2007 1:26 PM
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Some of The Canon Powershot A530 and A540 cameras are subject to an advisory recall. Seems that a small spring on the battery compartment door can short out the batteries. Suspect this of yours, in that you mention that your batteries aren't lasting long. If your camera is on the list, Canon should fix this for you for free, including free shipping both ways. This is regardless of your camera's warranty status. Please check the following link for more info:

http://camerarepair.blogspot.com/2007/12/canon-a530-a540-with-short-battery-life.html

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Susan 0 pts
November 4, 2009 4:45 PM
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UPDATE: http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=PgComSmModDisplayAct&fcategoryid=218&modelid=13390&keycode=2111&id=28799 This is a Canon problem
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