07-28-2025 03:37 PM
Hi everyone,
I’ve been using my EOS R6 for a while now and was wondering—is there any way to check the total usage time or how many hours the camera has been powered on? I know there are third-party tools for shutter count, but I’m more curious about actual runtime.
I'm trying to monitor usage for resale and also just for general maintenance planning. Any official way to check this via Canon software or menu?
Appreciate any help—thanks in advance!
Jhonn Marie
07-28-2025 06:17 PM - edited 07-28-2025 06:18 PM
Canon basic (Google it) is Canon's own scripting language that you can use. Total running time for my R6 was 823426. Seconds? No idea.
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