Cameras CF Readers

[Michael]

As you all know I have been shooting photographs for some time now. Nevertheless, I have always used the USB connector between my camera and the computer in order to transfer the pictures. As many of you know this is a pain. So, I have decided to purchase a CF reader. However, I don't know a lot about them and I am worried that I may purchase something that might not work properly.

So, I am curious to know if any of you guys have any recommendations?

I was looking at this:

SanDisk | Products | Accessories | ImageMate ® Readers

But don't know if it is worth it. Should I look at a particular brand? I have lexar, transcend and Sandisk CD cards. Does it matter what I buy as a reader? What is the best brand for the best price?

 

[MikeJ]

I bought the cheapest card reader I could find, and it has worked perfectly. I'm sure that if you buy Sandisk or any other brand name reader you needn't worry a bit. What brand your CF cards are shouldn't matter at all, either.

 

[Michael]

I bought the cheapest card reader I could find, and it has worked perfectly. I'm sure that if you buy Sandisk or any other brand name reader you needn't worry a bit. What brand your CF cards are shouldn't matter at all, either.

Thanks man I greatly appreciate it.

 

[Giannis]

I have a Transcend CardReader and it works fine for me. I don't think i spent more than 10eur on this. So anything you buy will do its job, don't worry

 

[far2000]

micheal, i am was also lookin aroun 4 a card reader, especially after the built in 1 on my lap top stopped workin, i also take alot of photos and im deciding on buying a canon M30 Portable storage device, its perfect as it uses a similar batter as my canon camera, and connects instantly 2 a cpu/laptop...
i know its avery expensive option but is something that could be quite useful..



Canon M30 storage - SLR accessory
The Canon M30 are also expected to be popular with the increasing body of every-day photographers looking for new ways to store and display favourite shots and extend storage capacity whilst away from the computer. “This is the EOS accessory many Canon professionals have been asking us for,” said Mogens Jensen, Head of Canon Consumer Imaging Europe. “As well as extending pro photographer back-up and storage capacity, there is no doubt the Canon M30 will appeal to amateur photographers looking for more flexible, enjoyable and portable alternatives to the traditional photo album."

Canon M30 back up - Reliability and security
Designed for professional use, the Canon media storage M30 is robust, reliable and secure. The 1.8-inch HDD is chosen for its stability and superior protection features and both units are protected with a tough, rugged magnesium alloy outer casing. To avoid corruption, files are validated during upload from memory card. To prevent unauthorised access, images and other files can be protected with an up to 8 digit password.

Canon media storage M30 features
• 30 GB hard disk
• 3.7-inch ultra-bright TFT screen with 160º viewing angle
• CompactFlash and SecureDigital card reader
• USB 2.0 Hi-Speed connection
• Extended PictBridge functionality
• 4 - 8 digit image file password protection
• 1/8-inch audio-out headphone jack
• Support for multiple image, video and sound file formats
• Including Canon RAW, MPEG, MP3 and WAV support






Im hoping 2 pick this up from dubai cheap when im on holiday there next month... +-$450

 

[wltsm]

I have one in my PCI slot, and on another computer, one in the floppy drive slot, both work perfectly fine, and much faster than transferring pictures through the camera!