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Memory cards are digital cameras’ version of film, allowing photographers to capture an image. Tiny but mighty, these are a vital piece of camera equipment. So, it’s important that you have the right memory cards for your camera, along with plenty of backups. In this article I’ll explain all about the different types of memory card so that you can make sure you get the right one for your camera.
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WHAT IS A MEMORY CARD?
A memory card is a small removable flash storage device which allows you to keep data such as photos, videos and documents. Digital cameras come with at least one memory card slot (some higher end cameras will have two), and you simply insert the right memory card for your camera into this slot.