Panasonic Lumix Camera Review

A question I am often asked by beginners in photography is how much memory do I need? The answer to this question will depend on a lot of factors. Let us consider all of the one by one.

1. The resolution of the camera: This is probably the most leading factor that will conclude the size of memory required. If you have a 2-3 Mp camera (which is very unlikely unless you are using a phone camera as approximately all digital cameras today are more than 5 Mp resolution). If you are using a basic 5 Mp camera I will advise you to use a 1 Gb card. You can also use a 500Mb card but the inequity in cost in the middle of a 500 Mb and 1 Gb card is negligible and what's the harm in using a higher memory, you will be able to store more photos. If any way you are using a pro or semi pro Dslr, then you should consider a 4Gb card as a standard.

2. The potential of the photo you intend to take: All cameras allow you to set the resolution of the photo it takes. Lower the resolution the higher the number of photos that you can store in your card but remember that lower resolution means poorer potential of photos.

3. How many photos do you want to take? Are you going for a long vacation with lot of photo ops? Then choose a card with higher memory. A 4 Gb card is ideal for long vacations. Apart from this the size of the memory card you choose will also be guided by your presence to a computer. Can to download your photos to a computer regularly. If yes, then you can carry on with a card of smaller size, but if you do not have way to a computer then it is good to have a card with higher memory.

4. If you're serious about photography always carry an extra card with you (I carry three cards each of 4 Gb). Of procedure you will not need this kind of memory unless you are a serious photographer, but at least carry one extra card with you.

5. Today memory cards are very cheap and you will find cards with 16 Gb of memory for as less as 0, so if you think that it will be good investment then you should consider buying a higher memory card, it will be very useful to you.

And finally a tip on storage of your cards: Keep your cards away from direct sunlight and dust. Also keep them away from moisture and strong magnetic fields. It is best to store your cards in the pouch given along with it.