How Many Photos will fit on your memory card? – Memory Size vs. Megapixel
May 30, 2008
How Many Photos will fit a memory card?
Here is the Approximate number of images a memory card of the given capacity may store.
- Memory Size vs. Megapixel
How much memory comes with my camera?
Cameras dont usually come with Memory Cards anymore.. but lately the market is lucky that Memory cards seem to be a bonus now and 1 or 2 GB seem to be the norm on freebies when purchasing a new camera.
How much memory should you get?
You will never have enough, that is why some people opt to get memory card storage like the epson P5000 or similar products. The answer to this question really depends on your shooting style and habits. I travel around and carry around 26GB (at the moment) in memory using an assortment of 8Gb, 4GB, 2Gb and 1 GB CF cards and still carry backup memory storage. Why do I carry so much? I shoot RAW and their are times, I dont have time to download and free up space on the Memory cards right away.
Can you fit more photos on a card by reducing the resolution of the photos?
Yes, you can fit more photos onto each memory card if you reduce the resolution of the photos but would you really want to do that? The more detail you capture the better the enlargement but if need be, in emergency cases, it is still better to lower your resolution to be able to capture more photos. Plan out your shoot well and you wont run out of Memory. Remember Memory cards have a life span and using and abusing them alot can shorten the life.
Do I need to take my photos at the highest resolution?
This depends on what you do with your photos.
If you just post them online or email them to friends, there is no need to shoot the biggest file size then downsize it anyway.. this will be a waste of time and energy.
If you are taking photos for work or of an important event, it is always to shoot higher resolution in the event that you will enlarge the photo or crop it or maybe someday sell it as a stockphoto.
Who knows what technology will surface enabling us to manipulate our photos with a higher degree of control than what we currently have in the market.
Should I trust cheap brands of Memory Cards?
Better to be safe than sorry, you can always buy another memory card but sometimes you cant repeat that precious picture perfect moment. Small savings to take the risk of losing priceless moments in time. It is always better to buy a trusted brand and pay the price than regret later on.
Here are some Nikon Cameras and their Megapixel Size.
Data Rate Transfer
Check your card speed. not all the cameras have a large built in buffer. Ex. most of the memory cards on the will work on the d2x because of the large buffer, while the D300 will have a hard time catching up because the image buffer isnt as big as the one on the d2X.. so your writing the RAW files to the camera will take some time especially if you shoot on burst mode.
Comparison between a Nikon D80 vs D60 vs D40 – Which one should you buy?
March 4, 2008
Off hand, If someone were to ask me which camera to buy, I would suggest the following cameras for Beginners or people in the market for a new SLR.
Nikon D80 – For the Serious Hobbyist the needs the heft and bulk of the D80.
Nikon D60 – For the new kid on the block (going with new technology and features)
Nikon D40x – For the Budget and Quality conscious newbie that wants good quality photos.
Compare Nikon D80 vs D60 vs D40
Both D60 and D40 wont Autofocus with non AF-S Lenses… The D80 can focus on none AFS lenses but all units can still use Manual lenses.
The D80 is a mini D200 and the D60 seems like an upgraded D40..
For the Budget conscious the D40 wins hands down.
The Low light, high ISO winners are the D40 and the D60.
The D80 has 11 focusing points while both D40 and D60 just have 3.
The D60 is the only one that has the dust removal feature.
Only the D80 and The D60 have white balance bracketing.
The D60 has an improved LCD
The D60 has auto LCD rotation
The D60 has stop motion movie (frame rate and image size can be selected)
The D60 has active D-lighting
According to the Nikon Brochure only the D60 and D40 dSD-HC compatible -?
The D80 is the only one with grid lines on demand.
The D80 has the heft and Bulk of a camera that can be taken outdoors.
The Ergonomics on all cameras are great!
We can go on and on with the differences but I think the main differences would be for the intended use.
A major factor that people also tend to overloook is that, they need to feel and touch the camera and make sure it feels right in their hands. I have met a few photographers that have bought cameras based on specifications but once they use it, and they dont “feel” or like it… they just let it go even at a loss. The camera has to feel right in your hands. Especially if you are going to use it often.. bad ergonomics can lead to wrist or hand strain.
If I were to chose a camera from the list above, I would go for the Nikon D60.. i would place my money on Technology.. my answer is based on experience.. having used several nikon cameras already inlcluding a d70, d40, d2x, d200, d300 and even half breeds like the Fuji S1 and S2..
always remember its not the price or model of the camera that makes you good.. its your eye and talent and the camera is only a tool to capture the image. Dont be a gear head! Be a photographer!
- Check out the Comparison of the D90 vs D80 vs D60
