CIPA rating is a measure of the number of pictures a digital still camera can take on a single battery charge. It is a useful indicator of a camera’s battery life when shooting stills. The Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) in Japan sets the standard for this rating, and camera manufacturers are responsible for the accuracy of these results.
CIPA is a Japan-based organization made up of photography experts who are involved in the manufacture of digital and film cameras. They take photos every 30 seconds to determine a camera’s CIPA battery life. Between each shot, they leave the camera on, turn it off after every ten shots, and repeat the process. This value varies depending on the type of camera tested.
Sony digital cameras such as the Sony a7S III offer a CIPA battery life of 510 shots when using the viewfinder and about 600 when using the LCD monitor. Meanwhile, Fujifilm digital cameras like the Fujifilm X-T4 have a CIPA battery life of approximately 500 shots.
CIPA DCG-001 is the standard specification for digital cameras that defines the specification of pixel counts. It recommends specifying the “number of effective pixels,” which are the pixels on the image sensor that receive input light through the optical lens and are reflected in the final still image output data.
FAQs
What does CIPA stand for?
CIPA stands for Camera & Imaging Products Association, a Japan-based organization that sets the standard for CIPA rating.
How is CIPA battery life calculated?
CIPA battery life is calculated by taking photos every 30 seconds. Between each shot, the camera is left on, turned off after every ten shots, and the process is repeated until the battery runs out.
Final Thoughts
CIPA rating is a useful indicator of a camera’s battery life and can help you gauge how many shots you can take on a single charge. Keep in mind that this value varies depending on the type of camera tested and actual usage conditions, but it can still provide a baseline estimate.
