Before inserting or removing the battery or memory cards, confirm that power switch is in the OFF position. Insert the battery as shown, using the battery to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side. The latch locks the battery in place when the battery is fully inserted.

Battery latch

Holding the memory card in the orientation shown, slide it in until it clicks into place.

Removing the Battery and Memory Cards

Removing the Battery

To remove the battery, turn the camera off and open the battery-chamber cover. Press the battery latch in the direction shown by the arrow to release the battery and then remove the battery by hand.

Removing Memory Cards

After confirming that the memory card access lamp is off, turn the camera off, open the memory card slot cover, and press the card in to eject it (q). The card can then be removed by hand (w).

Memory Cards

  • Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera.
  • Do not remove memory cards from the camera, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer. Failure to observe these precautions could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.
  • Do not touch the card terminals with your fingers or metal objects.
  • Do not bend, drop, or subject to strong physical shocks.
  • Do not apply force to the card casing. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the card.
  • Do not expose to water, heat, high levels of humidity, or direct sunlight.
  • Do not format memory cards in a computer.