I've got a Canon Powershot S1 IS. I love the camera, but it just chews through batteries way faster than I'd care for. I've got a rechargable AA battery kit which helps $$$ wise but I'm really looking for a way to extend my actual usage time. Any suggestions?

my old powershot goes through batteries like nuts too

they have batteries made for digital cameras i don't know if you already use them or if they would be of any help

the lithium E batteries, or whatever they are, work awsome.

read up on battery differences. different types of batteries have different lives. I've read that heavy duty batteries are some of the shortest lasting batteries.


also, don't leave batteries in the camera when you're not using it, because the camera will drain them when it's off.

and also, rechargable batteries loose their longevity after a few dozen recharges, they aren't perminent.

Use the viewinder instead of the lcd screen, that will extend battery life somewhat.