kevin sykes
Newbie
I'm looking for a portable digital storage device for my R-D1 RAW images.
I know the Epson models support the epson RAW format. Do I have any other choice?
Thanks
Kevin
I know the Epson models support the epson RAW format. Do I have any other choice?
Thanks
Kevin
RF-Addict
Well-known
If you just want to store your images without the capability of looking at them, then there are numerous choices - just look at B&H and do a search. If you want one with a screen that you are limited to the EPSON Ps. I have the older P2000 and am happy with it - has a great screen. Downloading is slow, but who cares?!
peterrm
first camera-Canon Vt
You might take a look at the Hyperdrive Colorspace.
I just used one for 3 weeks in Africa and I was very happy.
The screen is quite small, so it's not really for viewing the images, but for storage it's great.
Fast download, great battery life and an upgradeable hard drive.
Another clever feature is an optional external power supply that runs off 4 AA batteries.
I just used one for 3 weeks in Africa and I was very happy.
The screen is quite small, so it's not really for viewing the images, but for storage it's great.
Fast download, great battery life and an upgradeable hard drive.
Another clever feature is an optional external power supply that runs off 4 AA batteries.
ChrisN
Striving
I have a CompactDrive PD70X. No display, but very fast download, and it uses, and charges, AA batteries. Very happy with that for a long trip with digital. Add a small laptop with a big hard disk (for redundancy) and you are set.
JNewell
Leica M Recidivist
The Epson P3000 was on sale recently in the refurb section of the Epson website - may still be.
Burkey
Well-known
I posted this on another thread here a while ago but I picked on a Smartdisk 40gig "Photobank" at Staples for $59. Apparently there are still some bargains around. It's fast but no screen. Good luck.
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JNewell
Leica M Recidivist
Burkey, I haven't been able to find that in stores or online. Do you have a SKU or link? Sounds very interesting at that price.
kevin sykes
Newbie
Yes, I omiitted to say that I wanted to be able to view the images - so I guess it norrows down to an Epson
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RML
Guest
From experience I'd like to urge you to get a device that transfers the data quickly.
I have a really nice (no screen) device that works well. However, it's NOT fast. And this means it can take several minutes before I've transferred the data from one card to the device. I tend to shoot all of my cards before even contemplating transferring the data to the device, and this means that I sometimes run into times that I'm stuck transferring data and not be able to shoot for anything up to 15-20 minutes. Not a biggy when you're eating or at your hotel, but a real drag when you're on the move and shooting.
I have a really nice (no screen) device that works well. However, it's NOT fast. And this means it can take several minutes before I've transferred the data from one card to the device. I tend to shoot all of my cards before even contemplating transferring the data to the device, and this means that I sometimes run into times that I'm stuck transferring data and not be able to shoot for anything up to 15-20 minutes. Not a biggy when you're eating or at your hotel, but a real drag when you're on the move and shooting.
nnyljh
Newbie
I was in the same boat a couple of weeks ago.
I looked at most of the major vendors out there, Epson, Wolverine, Hyperdrive, etc.
Based on the research I did Hyperdrive is very very fast in xfer speed.
I also emailed both Wolverine and Hyperdrive to confirm that they do not support Epson raw file. The only unit that support native Epson raw viewing is Epson's own.
However if you shoot Raw+Jpeg then you will still be able to view them on any of the non-Epson units. Given Epson's high price, big size and weight, I think it's better to get a Hyperdrive unit and use the extra $$ money saved to get additional SDcards, if the extra 3MB of Jpeg file causes storage problems for you.
The only other advantage I see for the Epson unit (the newest one) is that you can attach an external harddisk to it and make backup copies out of the Epson unit. But then again for that price, I can get a color screened Hyperdrive and any other cheapo brand units as the backup unit.
John
I looked at most of the major vendors out there, Epson, Wolverine, Hyperdrive, etc.
Based on the research I did Hyperdrive is very very fast in xfer speed.
I also emailed both Wolverine and Hyperdrive to confirm that they do not support Epson raw file. The only unit that support native Epson raw viewing is Epson's own.
However if you shoot Raw+Jpeg then you will still be able to view them on any of the non-Epson units. Given Epson's high price, big size and weight, I think it's better to get a Hyperdrive unit and use the extra $$ money saved to get additional SDcards, if the extra 3MB of Jpeg file causes storage problems for you.
The only other advantage I see for the Epson unit (the newest one) is that you can attach an external harddisk to it and make backup copies out of the Epson unit. But then again for that price, I can get a color screened Hyperdrive and any other cheapo brand units as the backup unit.
John
Revolucion Artistico
Established
I use a Creative zen vision W, which is a MP3\video player\storage device which can be used to store images. It has a built in CF card reader and with an optional card reader device can read SD and all that other good stuff. They have a 30GB and 60GB model and start at 299.00 USD. Here's a link http://www.creative.com/products/product.asp?category=210&subcategory=211&product=15752&bypass=1
Revolucion Artistico
Established
Oh, and it has a very nice, large 4.3" widescreen. I bought mine at frys about a year ago and love it. I just checked, if you go on the link I posted above, go to SHOP and then SAVINGS CENTER they have 30GB refurb units for 199.00 and free shipping for purchasing over $99.