Is it time to ditch the SD card concept?

D1N0 · 09-25-2022, 05:41 AM

I am using micro sd already in my K-1 just because it was cheaper and came with an adapter

. I never take it out anyway. Just unload with the cable (an when I forget to disconnect it, which happens quite often, it drains my battery...)

Abbazz · 09-26-2022, 11:54 PM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by photoptimist

Removable memory reduces risks of data loss -- if the camera breaks, is lost, has a data corruption event, or gets stolen, then less data is lost if the photographer uses removable cards and swaps with some frequency.

Removable memory enables higher-volume workflows -- a card swap lets the photographer keep shooting while an assistant downloads the card(s) and begins post processing.

Removable memory enables less down time for shooting -- even with USB C, swapping cards is faster than connecting the camera and waiting while it downloads.

The added cost of removable memory is negligible in the grand scheme -- is anyone really going to tie-break between two high-spec cameras and buy the model with no card slot because the slot-less camera is $30 cheaper?

Agreed. I will never buy a digital camera (or a computer, a tablet, a smartphone) without any provision to connect some form of removable memory. I have never bought a disposable analog camera for the same reasons!

Cheers!

Abbazz

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09-25-2022, 05:41 AM	#121
D1N0 Pentaxian Join Date: May 2012 Location: --- Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,802	I am using micro sd already in my K-1 just because it was cheaper and came with an adapter . I never take it out anyway. Just unload with the cable (an when I forget to disconnect it, which happens quite often, it drains my battery...)

09-26-2022, 11:54 PM - 3 Likes	#122
Abbazz Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Jakarta Posts: 667	Originally posted by photoptimist Removable memory reduces risks of data loss -- if the camera breaks, is lost, has a data corruption event, or gets stolen, then less data is lost if the photographer uses removable cards and swaps with some frequency. Removable memory enables higher-volume workflows -- a card swap lets the photographer keep shooting while an assistant downloads the card(s) and begins post processing. Removable memory enables less down time for shooting -- even with USB C, swapping cards is faster than connecting the camera and waiting while it downloads. The added cost of removable memory is negligible in the grand scheme -- is anyone really going to tie-break between two high-spec cameras and buy the model with no card slot because the slot-less camera is $30 cheaper? Agreed. I will never buy a digital camera (or a computer, a tablet, a smartphone) without any provision to connect some form of removable memory. I have never bought a disposable analog camera for the same reasons! Cheers! Abbazz