Basil Loc: New Mexico

I’m posting this here since it is regarding a Canon T70 film camera that I’ve owned since new in 1984. In addition to power provided by two AA batteries, there is also apparently a lithium battery internal to the camera that is used to power storage of user settings. The battery is said to last about 5 years so I’m 99 % sure mine is long dead.

The good news is, the camera will operate fine without the ability to store settings, but it would be nice to have all functionality.

Question…does anyone know how to change the lithium battery in this camera (it is supposed to involve some disassembly). Or, if you don’t know how, do you know any vintage camera repair places who could do it?

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

I found multiple responses saying the internal battery can only be replaced by a technician. As well, the battery is only relevant if changing the AA-batteries with settings 'set' in the camera, like mid-roll. It doesn't seem particularly relevant otherwise.

https://www.photrio.com/forum/threads/canon-t70.155041/

Basil Loc: New Mexico

Yes, the camera will still operate fine with a dead internal battery. I’ve seen discussions about it only being changeable by a technician. I was just hoping someone might have figured out the procedure they could share. Not a big deal, but if it wasn’t terribly difficult I’d like to install a new one. If not, it’s not the end of the world.