Camera indicator in back that shows how many pictures are left wont shut off and it drains the batteries because of this , it is a canon eos rebel k2 model, thanks for any help

hello, maybe, you have the contacts of your lens or your camera with dust.
this make what the camera works wrong,

you have to clean the contacts of your camera an lens with a Rubber to erase, and the camera must be ok

The Rebel K2 has the Canon EF mount. It is compatible with any EF lenses except the EF-S series. It will also work with third-party lenses that are compatible with the Canon EF series.

You can see the entire current line of Canon lenses (including the EF-S series) at
http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/cameras/ef_lens_lineup

Make sure the camera is finished with all the pictures and it has full rewound into the canister. This camera counts down so if it's showing a number in the finder then there is pictures left to take. If you don't want these frame put the lens cap on shift to manual focus and manual mode turn the camera on and release the shutter until the pictures are all finished. it will then auto load the canister and you can release the back with the little leaver on the back left side of the camera. Here is a diagram and loading instructions.

I can help you fix the BUSY Error or Error 99 of your Canon EOS Rebel XS / Canon EOS 1000D.

Installation of this Canon EOS Rebel XS / Canon EOS 1000D firmware version 1.06 update will solve these problems:

1. Some cameras may exhibit a phenomenon in which the LCD monitor does not display, the shutter does not release, and the BUSY indication remains lit in the viewfinder.
2. The message, "Err 99 Shooting is not possible. Turn the power switch to<OFF> and <ON> again or re-install the battery", appears on the camera's LCD monitor, and after the above operation is carried out,the LCD monitor displays in a language that is different from the actual language setting.

See the firmware instructions and download the firmware upgrade by following these Fixya Tips :

1. Follow this link to download a pdf version of the firmware installation instruction guide.
2. Follow this link to download the Windows Version of the Canon EOS Rebel XS / Canon EOS 1000D firmware version 1.06 update.
3. Follow this link to download the MAC version of the Canon EOS Rebel XS / Canon EOS 1000D firmware version 1.06 update.
4. Follow this link to download the Canon EOS Rebel XS / Canon EOS 1000D Instruction Manual.

I hope that helps.

That is the roll rewind indicator and when flashing usually means it is okay to open the camera and remove the film roll. Here is your manual online: http://www3.canon.de/images/pro/fot/slr/geh/file/eos3000v_INSTR_ENG_toc.pdf

cudgegong said in another forum:

To resolve the annoying "change the batteries" problem. Goto menu, choose yellow menu, select
file No. reset to ON. Turn camera off and back on.

Voila fixed.

Your camera has a faulty shutter or shutter timer.

Given that you can buy a perfectly good Rebel S for anywhere between £1 to £25 on Ebay it's not economical to repair it.

Canon also uses the low battery Icon as a generic error code. Try taking the lens off the camera. If this fixes the problem the lens needs a repair (most likely the aperture unit). If not then the camera needs the repair (either the shutter or dc-dc converter circuit).

That all depends on what you have your settings for. If you are not using the program mode, you'll need to make sure to check your Aperature and Shutter speed. Adjusting these might make your pictures come out better. Make sure to check your light meter, the needle or indicator should be in the middle for best results.

The shutter is most likely damaged.