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Sub-zero photography
Q Later this year I’m taking a trip to Antarctica. Do you think the battery life of my Sony A7 III camera will be a problem in the cold? Jodi Handcock
A While batteries certainly aren’t as efficient in the cold, I really think you are worrying unnecessarily here. I’ve been to both polar regions on a number of occasions, and have never had any major issues with batteries. When you leave the ship to take photos, you will rarely be out for more than a few hours at a time, probably less if the temperatures have dropped to extreme cold conditions.
The Sony A7 III battery has a good capacity, and as long as you follow a few basic rules, you’ll be absolutely fine. First of all, have at least one extra battery with you, but preferably two. Those not in use when you are out in
