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Canon EOS RP Battery Life in Sleep

Started Oct 23, 2021 | Questions
Spaceflight Photographer
Spaceflight Photographer Forum Member • Posts: 56
Canon EOS RP Battery Life in Sleep

Hi -

I am considering making the switch from the Canon 6D to the Canon RP, but had concerns regarding battery life. With my 6D, I will sometimes leave the camera in situations connected to an external shutter trigger. It consumes next to no power when in sleep mode.

Does the RP do something similar? If I left the power on overnight, without shooting, on sleep mode, will I still have a fully charged battery the next day?

Thank you

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Larawanista
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Re: Canon EOS RP Battery Life in Sleep
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Yes. However, the battery on the 6D lasts longer than that of the RP's. I'd recommend at least one spare battery. Advantage is I can charge the RP battery in the camera using the USB Type C port, pretty much like how you're charging a mobile phone, provided you're using a PD charger / powerbank. Couldn't do that with the 6D (so I always had to travel with the dedicated charger in the past).

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SteveinLouisville
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Re: Canon EOS RP Battery Life in Sleep

Use Eco mode and set timers to their lowest setting.  My RP battery life has improved since I have done this.  Oh, and have a couple of spare batteries with you at all times.  Every time you shoot 50+ shots and get home, recharge the battery.

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