Advantages: Use 2 types of cards in one camera
Disadvantages: Pricey

...If like me, you've got a variety of cameras, using different memory cards, you sometimes wish there was only one format. Why? Because then you can just buy a load of cards all of the same sort, and they'd work in all the cameras. The Minolta SD-CF1 is an adapter for those with a whole load of SD (Secure Digital) type cards, who also have a CF (Compact Flash) compatible camera too. Why should I need to buy a 512Mb CF for my Minolta, when I have a perfectly good 512Mb SD card for my brand new Megxon? Well with this device, I won't of course. Although it's made by Minolta, and Minolta themselves only advertise it as compatible with certain cameras in their own range, it will in fact work with a variety of other CF cameras, including Canon and Nikon. It's very simple. You take your adapter, slot the SD card into it, then slot the whole... Read review

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Advantages: Very robust and sturdy case
Disadvantages: A little slow when compared to newer laptops

...in combination with the glide pad or external mouse (if one has been connected), generally the touch screen is easier to use (a pointing pen is supplied) except when trying to select an object on the edge of the screen. The glide pad feels a little sluggish when compared to the other type, but these can used with the pointing pen. The speed of the CF-28 is a little slow when compared to other laptops, but as there are no external moving parts (giving it a better IP rating) this can be expected. The graphics card allows for a screen area of 1024 by 768 and with a 32bit colour depth. The keyboard layout (as with all laptops) takes a little getting use to, but I found has nice responsive feel. To give the CF-28 better protection the Hard Disk is encased in a stock absorbing gel. The casing has been design to with stand higher impact than... Read review

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Advantages: Very fast write speed, Low energy consuption. Inexpensive.
Disadvantages: Small capacity relative to new camera capabilities

...I bought this card along with my Olympus e-500 camera as it was recommended by the seller from whom I bought it. The recommendation was quite good as the card was relatively inexpensive and is very quick writing to the card, there is little if any storage lag. Energy consumption is low relative to other cards on the market, particularly cards by cheaper manufacturers such as Kingston. This card supports all types of data however to access this functionality a USB connector is required. This particular model of the card is quickly becoming obsolete because of the relatively small amount of datait can hold. Sandisk has similar cards on the market now that can store up to 16 times the amount this card can. However, the card is cheap and is still a very reliable and fast card for use perhaps as a backup or overflow card.... Read review

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Advantages: Compact, quick and reads 54 types of memory cards
Disadvantages: n/a

...on to the important information that everyone wants to know, what cards does it read, deep breath now: Compact Flash: CF I / CF I Pro / CF Pro II / CF