Can using a higher voltage ac adapter damage a digital camera?

Question

I'm using a Power Shot A520 and found an ac adapter that says DC 9 volts and the req volt on the camera says DC IN 3.15v.

Answer 1

Call the Canon help line 800.OK.CANON.

My guess is that you need to buy the adapter that Canon makes for your camera.  Period

Answer 2

Let's see you are asking if you should prove your camera with approximately 3 times the voltage it requires? NO!!!!!!!

Answer 3

yes, u had better read the tips http://www.batterylink.us/tips.php  

Answer 4

DONT DO IT. Your digital camera is a small computer and should only be used at recommended voltage. This much over will wreck it.

Answer 5

Don't use it!!! Buy a compatable adapter.

Answer 6

Yes.  It will damage the camera.

Answer 7

Don't use it, it can demage your camera.