Canon Camera Car Charger

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Charge on the Go with a Canon Camera Car Charger

While traveling around to new and interesting places, it is important to have a method for charging your camera from your vehicle. A car charger lets you charge up the battery for your photographic equipment while you are driving. This allows you to reach your destination with a fully charged camera that is ready to take photos and save special memories.

How does a car charger work?

These types of items work by converting the excess electrical power from your car into a form that can be used by your camera. When you are charging your Canon, you just need to follow these steps:

  • Turn on the car: Most vehicles will not charge items unless the key is in the ignition and the power is turned on.
  • Remove your batteries: Start by removing the batteries from your photographic equipment.
  • Plug in the charger: Put the round end into the cigarette lighter receptacle or USB port.
  • Install the battery: Slide your batteries into the charging implement and push gently until it clicks into place.
  • Wait until charged: A light will come on when fully charged, or you can just do a partial charging on your way to your destination.
  • Reinstall the power cell: Take the item out of the charging implement and place it back in your photographic equipment.
  • Unplug the charger: Remove the device to keep it from draining excess power from your car.
How do you select a car charger?

You can easily find the right item for your needs by following these steps.

  • Examine your camera: Find the model number for your equipment to be sure you get a car charging adapter that is compatible with your type of battery.
  • Look at your vehicle: Some cars will have USB ports that can be used for charging while others will require you to get an adapter that fits in the cigarette lighter receptacle.
  • Decide on a cord length: Depending on your car layout and personal needs, you may want an option with a long or short cord.
  • Consider additional features: Decide if you want additional features like rapid charging, screens that display power percentage, chargers with space for multiple batteries, or compact travel sizes.
How long does it take to charge?

The precise length of charging will depend on a lot of factors, including your automobile type, your camera model, the age of your battery, and the type of charger you have. In general, a Canon battery will take about two to three hours to power up fully from a normal outlet. When charging from a car, it can take a few hours longer.