Olympus CAMEDIA C-500 ZOOM Basic Manual page 15

Note
Power consumption by the camera varies depending on which functions are
used.
Power is consumed continuously during the conditions described below
causing batteries to become exhausted quickly.
The monitor is turned on.
The monitor is on in playback mode for an extended period of time.
The zoom is used repeatedly.
The shutter button is pressed halfway repeatedly in shooting mode,
activating the auto focus.
The camera is connected to a computer or printer.
Battery life varies depending on the type of battery, manufacturer, shooting
conditions, etc.
Using exhausted batteries or alkaline batteries may cause the camera to turn
off without displaying the battery level warning.
LOADING THE BATTERIES
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