A quick one today. The most common question I get asked is why memory for cameras is so expensive. Well, it is if you buy from a retail chain or local electronics store. These are the places you buy cookers and fridges, basic workhorse stuff that can be serviced by a technician. If you want good quality memory at affordable prices I'm going to recommend a couple of places further afield:
Compare their prices with Argos or even Amazon. An [Integral] 1GB SD micro card (compatible with many cameras and Nokia phones) costs €39.99 in the latest Argos catalogue. The same type of card will cost
$7.83 on DX for a Kingston* or
$5.99 on ledshoppe for an unbranded model. So for a tenth of the price you can get the equivalent capacity! Despite their hideous countenances, these places are kosher and use tried and tested online transaction systems such as PayPal which gives a strong measure of security. The downside is you have to wait about 2 to 4 weeks for delivery (which is FREE) but then again it's not like there is any rush, right?
They sell other types of memory too, so take a look before you blow your cash at the checkout. Go forth and snap happily!
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