iPod

[Dick on Aruba]

I using a Nikon D200. Can I, in the field, some how upload my NEF's into my iPod (30GB)?

Dick.

[claudermilk]

From what I've read (I am probably one of about 3 people on the planet who does not own an iPod), yes you can. The next question is: is it really worth it? I have also read that it is painfully slow and eats up your batteries. The better option is to invest in a PSD meant for the task (Hyperdrive Space, Nexto DI, etc).

[Dick on Aruba]

Hmmm...

Thanks!

[digismile]

On my previous 40Gb iPod (gen4?), I had a device that connected to the ipod that was basically a multiport card reader. Even with batteries in the card reader, a couple of 1 Gb cards could knock the crap out of the iPod charge. So although slow and hard on batteries, it worked flawlessly.

However, I had my iPod stolen a year and a half ago and replaced it with a 60Gb Video iPod. Guess what, the card reader isn't compatible with the new iPods!

So, I also vote for enjoying your iPod, but finding another portable storage device for backups in the field (and you don't need to spend a lot of money either!)

[Dick on Aruba]

Thanks Brad.

Yes, I think I consider another solution. iPod's are not really designed as card readers. Too much stress on the batteries can lower down the quality of battery life also, and iPods batteries are not that cheap.

Dick.

[HarlanBear]

I would vote for an portable hard drive, too, and let the iPod be an iPod. I bought a 60GB Wolverine about 2 years ago for less than $140 specifically for a trip to Paris, and it worked great. It takes 7 different types of cards. Only hitch is there is no viewing screen to confirm download. But I've used it for 2 years for my Nikon D70 CF cards and my wife's Canon SD350 SD cards and never had a problem. The Wolverine with a viewer is about $250 at B&H Photo.

[Dick on Aruba]

Thanks Mick, very usefull info.

[HarlanBear]

You're welcome, Dick.

Happy shopping :D