01 / Battery
2 × AA
Camera battery
Use two AA alkaline batteries or Canon NB-3AH/NB-2AH rechargeable NiMH AAs. Never charge disposable batteries.
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YOUR CAMERA’S KIT
Canon PowerShot A700
The battery, charger, cable, memory card and reader for this exact model.
Also searchable as: A700
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THE FIVE ESSENTIALS
Everything that belongs with it.
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02 / Battery charger
CB-5AH
External battery charger
Needed only for rechargeable NiMH AAs. The Canon CB-5AH/CB-5AHE supports NB-3AH and NB-2AH; alkaline batteries cannot be charged.
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03 / USB cable
A700 USB interface cable
For photo transfer
Photo transfer only — does not charge the camera
Use a data-capable cable explicitly compatible with Canon PowerShot A700. This connection does not charge the battery.
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04 / Memory card
SD
Simple choice: 1GB SD
Use full-size SD cards. Do not use SDHC or SDXC cards.
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05 / Photo-transfer reader
SD card reader
Choose USB-C, Lightning, or USB-A
The reader needs a SD slot that supports SD. Match the connector to your phone or computer.
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Charge the battery outside the camera.
Use CB-5AH to charge the battery. The USB connection is for photo transfer.
Get the photos onto your phone.
Turn the camera off, remove its memory card and use the matching reader above. Choose the reader connector for your device: USB-C, Lightning or USB-A. Use Photos or Files to import. Copy your photos before deleting or formatting the card.
Manufacturer references
- Canon PowerShot A700 user guide
Supplied accessories; charging the battery; memory cards; USB/computer connection