Memory Cards And Storage – Reliable, Trustworthy and Quality Options here at Coast Photo

One of the most heartbreaking things that can happen to a photographer is losing photos. Additionally, nothing can be more frustrating to read the warning sign saying that you’re low on memory when you’re about to take a picture!

To keep yourself from both of these situations, it’s critical to have one or more spare memory cards.

If this is what you’re planning to do, then you’ve come to the right place!

CARDS

SanDisk Ultra – Everyday Performance & Reliability

SanDisk Extreme Pro – The #1 Card for Professionals

CARD READERS

MEMORY CARD CASES

STORAGE

We talk a lot about what is the best camera to buy, and how to find the perfect light, but not as much about memory cards And storage care and keeping those images we take safe until upload. In this mostly digital age, learning to care for files before import is also good to know.

Memory Cards And Storage are one of the most often neglected parts of digital photography. But, they’re extremely important because they’re responsible for safely storing your photos until you get them to your computer.

So, it’s important to take care of them properly. Here are a few tips for keeping them healthy:

1. Format new cards as soon as you get them

Many memory cards are advertised as “pre-formatted” and “ready to use,” but it’s always a good idea to reformat the card again when you receive it, since some cameras have special requirements for the file system of memory cards. Formatting the card with the camera you’ll be using it with will ensure that the card is in a format that the camera recognizes.

2. Never fill your cards completely

Most cameras have some kind of indicator on the LCD screen that tells you how many more photos you can shoot before filling the card. Keep an eye on this number and make sure you never get too close to filling the card, because if you happen to shoot a photo when the card is already full, there’s a chance your camera will still try to write part of the photo to the card (and potentially triggering a write error).

3. Never let your batteries drain completely

It’s also important to never let your batteries drain completely, because if your camera runs out of energy at the exact moment that it’s trying to write a photo to the memory card, then there’s a good chance that the camera will only write part of the file (which could corrupt the rest of the card).

4. Reformat your cards instead of deleting all the photos

Instead of deleting the photos on the card from your computer, always reformat the card from within the camera. This will ensure the card is in a format that the camera expects.

5. Use good quality memory cards and storage

With all those camera bodies and lenses being so expensive, it’s tempting to save some money by getting inexpensive off-brand memory cards. But, remember the importance of these cards: they’re responsible for safely storing your photos. It’s worth a few dollars more to ensure your photos arrive safely at your computer 🙂

Memory Cards And Storage – Services, see below:

Professional Data Backups – Keep your memories safe: https://coastphoto.nz/product/data-transfer-services/

About us

Coast Photo has a long history, Est. September 1985, we started as a basic photo lab.

We are your imaging specialists. Offering an expansive range of products and services.

Located in the beautiful holiday destination of Ōrewa, which lies on the Hibiscus Coast; We have been providing the highest quality printing and customer service for many years. We are committed to providing personal attention and a wide range of products. We pride ourselves on our quality.

Call in to Coast Photo, and join the many who depend on us for outstanding quality, excellent value and exceptional customer service. We have the enthusiasm, knowledge, expertise and experience to guide you in-store, over the phone or via email.

Our equipment has constantly upgraded over the years, keeping us at the forefront of professional quality standards.

Come and see us for all your orders from printing to scanning, photo restoration, copying and anything photographic related.

Why choose us?

We provide quality work, exceptional service and value.

We’re here for you. Our friendly, knowledgeable and dedicated staff are experts.

We are available by phone, email and in-store of course!

We are a locally owned and operated business.

Our point of difference, We are an experienced team of Photo Imaging Specialists with a broad knowledge of all things photographic, with local and honest advice to guide you with all of your imaging needs. Est: 1985