Should I have bought the Olympus VN-702 PC instead of this? I've just bought this PX-312 device, which accepts a card up to 2GB, when a competitor that is about the same price, the Olympus VN-702PC, accepts 32GB. Did I make the right buying decision?When I record, I don't think I need CD quality recordings. I'll just be recording conversations and phone calls. But still, I feel like I'm really missing out. Why should I carry 16 microSD cards containing 2GB each when I can carry just one 32GB microSD?Is there any superiority that the Sony device has over the Olympus that compensates for this external-memory inferiority?UPDATE: My question is based on wrong information. I should not have needed to ask this question. Thank you to those who have answered and set the record straight. Should I have bought the Olympus VN-702 PC instead of this? I've just bought this PX-312 device, which accepts a card up to 2GB, when a competitor that is about the same price, the... » Read More Should I have bought the Olympus VN-702 PC instead of this? I've just bought this PX-312 device, which accepts a card up to 2GB, when a competitor that is about the same price, the Olympus VN-702PC, accepts 32GB. Did I make the right buying decision?When I record, I don't think I need CD quality recordings. I'll just be recording conversations and phone calls. But still, I feel like I'm really missing out. Why should I carry 16 microSD cards containing 2GB each when I can carry just one 32GB microSD?Is there any superiority that the Sony device has over the Olympus that compensates for this external-memory inferiority?UPDATE: My question is based on wrong information. I should not have needed to ask this question. Thank you to those who have answered and set the record straight. « Show Less
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Pat, a previous buyer named Sparky gave you a correct answer. But let me add to your inquiry: Memory capacity is important but not always extremely necessary. It all depends on your needs and usage of the equipment. In my situation, I always save my recordings (MP3 format) with a labeled folder into My Music Folder (Windows) and iTunes. I don't keep my Digital Voice Recorder full of my recordings. Bottom Line: you can manage your equipment memory capacity to your convenience. Edgar
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You answered your own question in that the sound quality if a Sony, to me at least, is always superior. Olympus is better suited for those who record a lot. And the sound is very good on the Olympus. Generally Olympus is also cheaper. Whichever better suits your needs I would purchase.
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I have the Sony and it clearly states that a SanDisk 32 GB will work. But you're asking this question after you bought it? I'm kind of wondering if you are aware of how many hours of conversation 32 GB holds, for me I can have hours and hours on the internal memory and then it is time to upload it to the computer and organize it. I can't imagine requiring that amount of memory for recording voice and phone calls, and if you do need that much for phone calls there are by far more efficient ways that don't require a mic. I also ask if you have read the owner's manual? I also use 2 16GB instead of one 32GB as I feel they are more reliable. I keep one in the Sony and one in the wallet. I have the Sony and it clearly states that a SanDisk 32 GB will work. But you're asking this question after you bought it? I'm kind of wondering if you are aware of how many hours of conversation 32 GB holds, for me I can have hours and hours on the internal memory and then it is time to upload it to the computer and organize it. I can't imagine requiring that amount of memory for recording voice and phone calls, and if you do need that much for phone calls there are by far more efficient ways that don't require a mic. I also ask if you have read the owner's manual? I also use 2 16GB... » Read More I have the Sony and it clearly states that a SanDisk 32 GB will work. But you're asking this question after you bought it? I'm kind of wondering if you are aware of how many hours of conversation 32 GB holds, for me I can have hours and hours on the internal memory and then it is time to upload it to the computer and organize it. I can't imagine requiring that amount of memory for recording voice and phone calls, and if you do need that much for phone calls there are by far more efficient ways that don't require a mic. I also ask if you have read the owner's manual? I also use 2 16GB instead of one 32GB as I feel they are more reliable. I keep one in the Sony and one in the wallet. « Show Less
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The 64 gig card is not recommended. A class 4 32 gig card is what I have been using, it gives me between 5 and 7 hours of nonstop recording with no error.
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I tried a 64gb sandisk extreme on it and it created lots of 'dead' files, so I used an old 32gb laying around. no probs with 32. I loved the video quality so gave to my husband for his minivan, and got myself a DOD TECH LS460W (via Amazon) no probs using the 64gb card. I think with 460w you can even use the 128. time is atomic, and it has gps, and speed data.
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This Sony unit will take a maximum of a 32 GB full size SD card.Depending on the recording bit rate, I use it to transfer Coast to Coast shows on my C Crane CC Witness radio which uses a maximum of 16 GB SD card. I can get 4 months of shows transferred onto the 32 GB card which plays fine on this Sony unit. Each show is identified by a date which displays on this Sony unit. This Sony unit is the only one I have found which will play a full size SD card reliability and display the name of each recording. It is capable of scrolling through mp3 recordings like on a computer whereby you can select the one you want to listen to. You just hit the arrow key on the unit and the next mp3 title will show up. This Sony unit will take a maximum of a 32 GB full size SD card.Depending on the recording bit rate, I use it to transfer Coast to Coast shows on my C Crane CC Witness radio which uses a maximum of 16 GB SD card. I can get 4 months of shows transferred onto the 32 GB card which plays fine on this Sony unit. Each show is identified by a date which displays on this Sony unit. This Sony unit is the only one I have found which will play a full size SD card reliability and display the name of each recording. It is capable of scrolling through mp3 recordings like on a computer whereby you can... » Read More This Sony unit will take a maximum of a 32 GB full size SD card.Depending on the recording bit rate, I use it to transfer Coast to Coast shows on my C Crane CC Witness radio which uses a maximum of 16 GB SD card. I can get 4 months of shows transferred onto the 32 GB card which plays fine on this Sony unit. Each show is identified by a date which displays on this Sony unit. This Sony unit is the only one I have found which will play a full size SD card reliability and display the name of each recording. It is capable of scrolling through mp3 recordings like on a computer whereby you can select the one you want to listen to. You just hit the arrow key on the unit and the next mp3 title will show up. « Show Less
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I too noticed that with the camera's internal memory, but not with my 2GB stick.btw, look at this product:Iogear USB 2.0 MEMORY CARD RW ( GFR202MSD )in amazon, it is a pen drive which holds the memory stick inside it. Very cool and cheap, I'll be buying one.Oh, also, I was a bit disappointed with the video quality the first 2 days, then I noticed the default is "medium" quality, once I changed it to "high" quality, I decided THIS IS THE ONLY CAMCORDER I NEED.
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Thanks for your reply R. Beilman, but the 790 SW DOES NOT USE Micro-SD. It uses XD cards. And as of now, there are no 4gb XD cards. Only 2gb Max are available.Also, the only available update for this camera at this time is 1 update for the Olympus Master Software which is a program that resides on your computer that is a photo transfer/photo editor/interface for the camera. NOT a firmware update.Here is the link to Olympus' software download page for the 790SW: http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_section/software_results.asp?id=1314&os;=wQuote: "No software is available at this time." Thanks for your reply R. Beilman, but the 790 SW DOES NOT USE Micro-SD. It uses XD cards. And as of now, there are no 4gb XD cards. Only 2gb Max are available.Also, the only available update for this camera at this time is 1 update for the Olympus Master Software which is a program that resides on your computer that is a photo transfer/photo editor/interface for the camera. NOT a firmware update.Here is the link to Olympus' software download page for the 790SW: http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_section/software_results.asp?id=1314&os;=wQuote:... » Read More Thanks for your reply R. Beilman, but the 790 SW DOES NOT USE Micro-SD. It uses XD cards. And as of now, there are no 4gb XD cards. Only 2gb Max are available.Also, the only available update for this camera at this time is 1 update for the Olympus Master Software which is a program that resides on your computer that is a photo transfer/photo editor/interface for the camera. NOT a firmware update.Here is the link to Olympus' software download page for the 790SW: http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_section/software_results.asp?id=1314&os;=wQuote: "No software is available at this time." « Show Less
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I have one of the first builds off the line which is the 4gB model. As I want to use it as a portable recording machine I needed more space, so I picked up an 8 gB SDHC card fo $40 Can/US. I originally used a 2 gB thumb drive, but that fills up when recording hours of audio at 44 khz/16 bit. Also, I like the card as its like a mini-hardrive - it doesn't stick out of the side like a thumb drive.Not sure how much the 8gB model is compared to the 4Gb.. but with expandable memory so cheap..
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I've been reading so many reviews and can't remember where I saw the recommendation to use a '32 GB Card' for best or extended video usage. Anybody know what's best? Thanx!
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Just as a follow up to my previous response, this is located directly on VuPoint's website regarding this device: "Support microSD/microSDHC memory card up to 32GB (not included; sold separately)"Hope this helps.
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the cheapest price for the biggest memory makes sense. In terms of manufacturers of cards, I don't know of any big differences - SanDisk is pretty common. In terms of size, it depends on your shooting habits. I transfer the files on my card monthly - the Canon makes monthly folders. I use an 8 gig card, and if I shoot more than 300 pictures, or have more than 20 minutes of movies, it fills up. It might make sense for me to go to 16 gigs, but it's rare with my shooting load that I surpass 8 gigs. If you're someone who NEVER backs up the card, then it may be a better to use a smaller card in order to FORCE YOU into better archiving habits. My wife's camera has files on it dating back three years to various holidays and vacations - she shoots about 25 pictures per year. But if something happened to the card - theft, loss, gets dumped in water - then that's three years' worth of stuff that gets lost if it isn't backed up somewhere else. Short answer - whatever your shooting load is, make sure you regularly back it up and have copies elsewhere. Oh yeah, and you don't have to take every single picture off - you can select some to leave on the card, so that you can have them on your camera for playback. I've got puppy pictures on my camera that are three years old, but I've taken off thousands of pics since. When you copy the whole folder to your computer, you then go back and delete what you want from the card. You don't have to delete everything off the card you've saved to computer. Just delete files you don't want on the card and keep the ones you do. If you don't shoot a lot, you may never fill up the card, but back it up regularly anyway. Enjoy!
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Yes, I think you are correct about the HC (High Capacity) part. I know for a fact that you can use a class 2 in your phone and it will even allow for 720p HD video recording (which is the most daunting task a phone can use it's flash rom for). I have a Motorola Droid X and it came with a 16GB class 2 card which works awesome. I bought a 32GB class 2 card for it and that too works above my expectations. The class specifications on SD cards are a minimum performance requirement (that doesn't mean it will ONLY perform at a certain rate). The only reason why you might need more than a class 2 is if you are a professional photographer using the card in your camera, or maybe you are a high end gamer using the card as flash for your computer. As for phones, I don't even think the data transfer buss on even the smartest phones can go faster than class 2, but I might be wrong. I have noticed that every class 2 (SanDisk) card I have, 1,4,8,16,32GB all perform at about a class 4 rating. This isn't a guarantee, but it seems to be a norm when buying a reputable manufacturer's product from a reputable seller. I only buy SanDisk, and I only buy from vendors that are well known and have great return policies. There have been some illegitimate sales of 2GB cards being marked as 32GB... one way to tell is if the card has a serial number printed on the face. If you still want that added performance of a class 4 card then good luck, there aren't many out there and when you find one it will cost a fortune. Verizon has a 32GB class 2 for 99.99 or maybe 89.99.
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My S2IS purchased at Amazon.com came with a Kingston 1GB card, so slow it's not speed-rated, I'm guessing 5X or so. But it still records OK, at 30 fps 640x480 with 16-bit uncompressed wav STEREO, just like the S3. It's just a pain to offload the files to computers. 1GB is enough for 9 minutes, so I suppose any 10x, 20x, rated cards should work.
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class refers to the minimum transfer speed, and as far as i could tell from the sandisk web site, their 32gb microsd cards are class 2, regardless of what the picture looks like on amazon. in theory, when transferring data it might take twice as long as a class 4, thrice as long as a class 6, etc., which might matter if you're impatient and moving gigabytes of data. it should be more than fast enough for just listening to music. in my experience, i get higher than the minimum, and class 2 has been good enough for my dslr and recording 640x480 video on my compact camera.
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According to Fuji's compatible memory card list, SDHC is supported up to 32GB (with Class 6 recommended for HD - 1280x720). One very important note, though, I discovered on their website: "When a movie reaches a size of 4 GB, recording will briefly pause and then resume in a new file". This may or may not be a big deal for you. In HD 3D mode (1280x720@30fps), 4GB is only about 10 minutes of continuous shooting. As long as you break up your recording into small sections, it shouldn't be too much trouble. Oddly, in NON-HD shooting mode the filesize for any video file is 2GB instead of 4. For the money, though, it's hard to beat the features of this camera! According to Fuji's compatible memory card list, SDHC is supported up to 32GB (with Class 6 recommended for HD - 1280x720). One very important note, though, I discovered on their website: "When a movie reaches a size of 4 GB, recording will briefly pause and then resume in a new file". This may or may not be a big deal for you. In HD 3D mode (1280x720@30fps), 4GB is only about 10 minutes of continuous shooting. As long as you break up your recording into small sections, it shouldn't be too much trouble. Oddly, in NON-HD shooting mode the filesize for any video file is 2GB instead... » Read More According to Fuji's compatible memory card list, SDHC is supported up to 32GB (with Class 6 recommended for HD - 1280x720). One very important note, though, I discovered on their website: "When a movie reaches a size of 4 GB, recording will briefly pause and then resume in a new file". This may or may not be a big deal for you. In HD 3D mode (1280x720@30fps), 4GB is only about 10 minutes of continuous shooting. As long as you break up your recording into small sections, it shouldn't be too much trouble. Oddly, in NON-HD shooting mode the filesize for any video file is 2GB instead of 4. For the money, though, it's hard to beat the features of this camera! « Show Less
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It does depend on your need, but not for the reasons referenced in other answers. A) are you going to shoot video or continuous (sports)? If so you want a faster card Class 6 minimum but probably class 10. Also if you shoot Raw or video you want at least 8gb but probably 16gb in size. Another question is; if you buy one big card 32 or 64 and lose the card or it becomes corrupted you lose all your photos. All professionals recommend multiple smaller size cards for this reason instead of 1 big card. I use a 16gb Sandisk pro Class 10 high speed card, which covers everything and has a free data recovery feature if needed. If this helps please hit the "yes" button! Thanks. It does depend on your need, but not for the reasons referenced in other answers. A) are you going to shoot video or continuous (sports)? If so you want a faster card Class 6 minimum but probably class 10. Also if you shoot Raw or video you want at least 8gb but probably 16gb in size. Another question is; if you buy one big card 32 or 64 and lose the card or it becomes corrupted you lose all your photos. All professionals recommend multiple smaller size cards for this reason instead of 1 big card. I use a 16gb Sandisk pro Class 10 high speed card, which covers everything and has a free data... » Read More It does depend on your need, but not for the reasons referenced in other answers. A) are you going to shoot video or continuous (sports)? If so you want a faster card Class 6 minimum but probably class 10. Also if you shoot Raw or video you want at least 8gb but probably 16gb in size. Another question is; if you buy one big card 32 or 64 and lose the card or it becomes corrupted you lose all your photos. All professionals recommend multiple smaller size cards for this reason instead of 1 big card. I use a 16gb Sandisk pro Class 10 high speed card, which covers everything and has a free data recovery feature if needed. If this helps please hit the "yes" button! Thanks. « Show Less
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I use a micro SD card... If you intend to take video you should really get a card at least 16GB.... I used a 32 GB micro card.However I would also get a waterproof pouch if you intend to use it in water. The very first time I put it in water it leaked. It was under warranty so I was sent a new one by Sony.The other issue I had is that in less than a year I could not charge the camera any more because the mechanism holding the battery in does not work now. It does not come with a separate charger so I have no way to use it. Sony wants me to pay for repair however I am opting not to repair it and instead intend to purchase another camera. I use a micro SD card... If you intend to take video you should really get a card at least 16GB.... I used a 32 GB micro card.However I would also get a waterproof pouch if you intend to use it in water. The very first time I put it in water it leaked. It was under warranty so I was sent a new one by Sony.The other issue I had is that in less than a year I could not charge the camera any more because the mechanism holding the battery in does not work now. It does not come with a separate charger so I have no way to use it. Sony wants me to pay for repair however I am... » Read More I use a micro SD card... If you intend to take video you should really get a card at least 16GB.... I used a 32 GB micro card.However I would also get a waterproof pouch if you intend to use it in water. The very first time I put it in water it leaked. It was under warranty so I was sent a new one by Sony.The other issue I had is that in less than a year I could not charge the camera any more because the mechanism holding the battery in does not work now. It does not come with a separate charger so I have no way to use it. Sony wants me to pay for repair however I am opting not to repair it and instead intend to purchase another camera. « Show Less
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It takes only the standard Sandisk. But it has slots for 2 of them so your max memory would be 128Gig, with two 64 gig cards. There's also a way to record directly to a PC, but I've never had a memory shortage problem, and I've never tried it.