Canon · Digital cameras
Canon PowerShot A1200 battery
2 × 1.5V alkaline cell
The Canon PowerShot A1200 takes two AA alkaline batteries or Canon AA NiMH (NB-3AH). Optional CA-PS800 needs the DR-DC10 coupler — that is AC power, not the native cell answer.
How to replace it
| Compartment | Battery compartment in the camera body |
|---|---|
| How to open | Open the cover; insert two AA cells matching polarity; close. |
| Orientation | Follow polarity marks |
| Access | Tool-free |
| Notes | Optional ACK800 / CA-PS800 needs DR-DC10 coupler. |
Important
- Takes 2× AA alkaline or Canon NB-3AH NiMH.
- Never manganese AA. NiCd not recommended.
Sources
Helpful for this device
Optional tools for opening, testing or charging — separate from the battery answer.
- Panasonic eneloop AA (LSD NiMH)
Replacement AA cells when the device accepts NiMH
- Ansmann Energy Check LCD
Quick household cell check (good / low / replace)
- Battery tester
Quick good / low / dead check for household cells
New battery but still not working?
A fresh 2 × AA should restore Canon PowerShot A1200 if the battery was the problem. Work through the checks below before replacing the device.
- Check orientation
Confirm the cell is seated correctly: Follow polarity marks
- Check the battery type
This device needs 2 × AA (alkaline). Supported chemistry: alkaline, NiMH. Rechargeable cells are only suitable when the manufacturer accepts that chemistry — set battery type in device settings if available. Same size does not always mean the same battery.
- Check known model-specific issues
Takes 2× AA alkaline or Canon NB-3AH NiMH. Never manganese AA. NiCd not recommended.
- Confirm the battery itself
If you have a battery tester or multimeter, check the cell. A low open-circuit voltage often means replace; for rechargeable AA/AAA, a capacity test is more informative than voltage alone.
- Still not responding?
If a correct, fresh battery installed properly does not restore the device, the fault may be elsewhere — the device may need service or replacement.