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Which battery does the Canon T6i take?

The Canon EOS Rebel T6i is a digital DSLR that features a 24MP sensor. It is powered by the Canon LP-E17, which is a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery pack. Lithium-Ion batteries offer a high energy density and low self-discharge, and are nowadays found in many portable electronic devices.

Battery Pack

The LP-E17 operates at a voltage of 7.2V and has a capacity of 1040mAh. It can be charged from a standard electrical outlet via the Canon LC-E17 charger (that can be purchased separately, for example, at amazon). The battery pack measures 33mm in width, 14mm in height, and 49mm in depth. It weighs 45g. The LP-E17 has been on the market since February 2015 and sells at good camera retailers, such as amazon, for about $75. Generic alternatives (see below) that are compatible with the Canon EOS Rebel T6i can be obtained at substantially lower cost.


Find generic replacement for the Canon LP-E17 at:

 
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How many shots can I take with a fully charged LP-E17?

The number of shots that one can get out of a battery pack depends heavily on the style and imaging practice of the photographer. For example, the extended use of the LCD screen for framing or reviewing will result in reduced battery performance.

LP-E17

The Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) has established guidelines that manufacturers are supposed to respect when reporting the battery life of their cameras. According to this CIPA-rating, the Canon T6i can take 440 images on a single charge. Given the relatively demanding energy usage of the CIPA procedures, this rated number should be achievable or be surpassed in most practical situations. However, if the environment is cold, the LCD screen is used heavily, or the camera is turned on and off frequently, battery mileage might drop below the rating. Also, as the battery pack ages, its performance will tend to deteriorate.

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What about generic battery packs?

Canon sells the original LP-E17 pack at quite a steep price. This premium pricing strategy has left room in the market for third party suppliers to offer fully compatible battery packs at much lower prices. Savings from buying generic replacement batteries can amount up to 70 percent of the price of the genuine battery pack.

Canon LP-E17 Specifications

  • Battery type: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion power pack
  • Compatibility: Canon T6i & other selected Canon cameras
  • Voltage: 7.2V DC
  • Capacity: 1040mAh
  • Number of shots (CIPA) with the Canon T6i: 440

Indeed, one can easily find a variety of competitively-priced LP-E17 replacements from different vendors at major online platforms (see, for example, here on ebay). All these generic alternatives should work fine with your Canon T6i. So why would anybody then buy the more expensive original battery? Well, below are some arguments in favor of the genuine LP-E17, which can perhaps be summarized as "peace of mind":

  • Assurance that the warranty of the camera will not be rendered void if a battery-related failure occurs;
  • Assurance that the battery pack will indeed have the stated capacity;
  • Assurance that the battery will have low self-discharge rates and, thus, will hold its charge even when not in use;
  • Assurance that the power unit will not trigger any warning messages on the camera and can be effectively charged with the standard charger;
  • Assurance that the manufacturing process has respected the safety guidelines for Lithium-Ion batteries;

If you can live without these assurances, then you are in for some nice savings from buying generic replacements for the LP-E17. Unfortunately, the market for generic battery packs is rather fluid, with new trade names popping up regularly while others disappear. Hence it is difficult to keep track of all the suppliers and the quality of their products. That said, in North America, battery packs from Wasabi have gained a good reputation, while in Europe, replacement power packs from Patona have received many favorable reviews. In any case, the existing comparisons tend to find that the cheapest of the generic replacement packs score worse in terms of achieving their rated capacity, holding their charge over time, or allowing for a large number of charge-discharge cycles than somewhat pricier battery packs (or the genuine Canon offer). Thus, the old adage, "If the price sounds too low to be true, it probably is" has some merit with respect to camera batteries also. You can check the current offers and prices for the original LP-E17 and its clones by using the buttons below.


Find generic replacement for the Canon LP-E17 at:

 
amazon.com
 
 
ebay.com
 


Which other cameras use the Canon LP-E17?

The Canon T6i is not alone in using the LP-E17. Several other cameras from Canon are powered by the same type of lithium-ion pack. The adjacent table lists some of them along with a selection of their headline specifications.

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Cameras using the LP-E17
  Camera
Model
Battery
(name)
Battery life
(CIPA)
Sensor Size
(type)
Resolution
(MP)
Weight
(g)
Camera
Launch
Launch Price
(USD)
Street Price
(USD)
1Canon 77DLP-E17600APS-C24.0540Feb 2017899amazon.com
2Canon 200DLP-E17650APS-C24.0453Jun 2017549amazon.com
3Canon 750DLP-E17440APS-C24.0555Feb 2015749ebay.com
4Canon 760DLP-E17440APS-C24.0565Feb 2015849ebay.com
5Canon 800DLP-E17600APS-C24.0532Feb 2017749amazon.com
6Canon 850DLP-E17800APS-C24.0515Feb 2020749amazon.com
7Canon 250DLP-E171070APS-C24.0449Apr 2019599amazon.com
8Canon M6 Mark IILP-E17305APS-C32.3408Aug 2019849amazon.com
9Canon M3LP-E17250APS-C24.0366Feb 2015679ebay.com
10Canon M5LP-E17295APS-C24.0427Sep 2016979amazon.com
11Canon M6LP-E17295APS-C24.0390Feb 2017779amazon.com
12Canon R8LP-E17220Full Frame24.0461Feb 20231,499amazon.com
13Canon R10LP-E17450APS-C24.0429May 2022979amazon.com
14Canon R100LP-E17400APS-C24.0116May 2023479amazon.com
15Canon R50LP-E17230APS-C24.0375Feb 2023679amazon.com
16Canon RPLP-E17250Full Frame26.2485Feb 20191,299amazon.com
17Canon SL2LP-E17650APS-C24.0453Jun 2017549amazon.com
18Canon SL3LP-E171070APS-C24.0449Apr 2019599amazon.com
19Canon T8iLP-E17800APS-C24.0515Feb 2020749amazon.com
20Canon T6iLP-E17440APS-C24.0555Feb 2015749ebay.com
21Canon T6sLP-E17440APS-C24.0565Feb 2015849ebay.com
22Canon T7iLP-E17600APS-C24.0532Feb 2017749amazon.com
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Canon LP-E17 FAQ

The LP-E17 is the standard power source for the Canon T6i. As such it is an indispensable camera accessory. Below are some additional questions and answers concerning some particular aspects of the battery pack and Lithium-Ion power units more generally.

Is there a car charger available for the LP-E17?

Canon does not offer a travel charger, but third party suppliers do (see here on ebay).

Is the LP-E17 available in colors other than black?

No, Canon supplies this battery pack only in black. However, some generic alternatives from third party providers might be available in other colors.

Can I use the LP-E17 in any of my other electronic devices?

No, the battery is specifically designed for use in the Canon T6i and other selected cameras from Canon.

How should the LP-E17 be stored?

Lithium-ion batteries can hold a charge for a long time. However, these battery packs have a safety mechanism built-in that disables any re-charge if the voltage drops below a certain minimum level. To avoid this safety-trigger to be activated, the battery pack should be charged at least once every few months.

How should I discard my old LP-E17 battery pack?

The contents of Lithium-Ion batteries is under pressure and the packs can explode if exposed to extreme heat. Lithium-Ion battery units should therefore never be incinerated and should not be thrown into the household trash, but put into the recycling stream. Most places that sell camera batteries will also accept them back for recycling.

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