Lexar Media 512 MB 12X CompactFlash Card (CF51212360)

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Summary: How many pictures will it store?
Review: How many pictures will it store? It is the most commonly asked question from digital camera enthusiast but usually the question that is the most difficult to get a straight answer about. Well, considering I worked in the memory industry for over 7 years I can help clarify this perplexing question and do so unbiased as I have since changed industries.

The Lexar Media 512MB 12X CompactFlash Card, like most 512MB cards, will store on average 568 pictures when used with a 2 megapixel camera, 426 images when used with a 3 megapixel camera, 256 pictures when used with a 4 megapixel camera, 204 images when used with a 5 megapixel camera, and 160 pictures when used with a 6 megapixel camera. These numbers are based off the assumption that you are going to shoot your images at the highest quality JPEG setting available for the camera and understand that they are estimates and may be off by as much as 10 percent due to numerous factors including the complexity of the scene being shot and the compression algorithm used by your specific camera.

I truly hope this review was helpful to you in determining whether this 512MB card is the right capacity for your specific needs.

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Summary: To costly...
Review: Check out the Ridata 512MB card - faster performance for half the price...

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Summary: Excellent Card
Review: Lexar makes reliable cards that professionals swear by, not at. The 12X card is faster than the regular cards, but keep in mind that it isn't actually 12 times faster -- the 12X rating is based on CD-ROM transfer rates. These cards work great in my Canon A70, and general compatibility for Lexar seems to be good.