which card to buy?

[kenlc3]

Hi all,
I'm really excited. I'm buying a Sony Alpha tonight. Here's my question:

What card should I buy for this camera and why? I want the best without spending a ton of cash.

To tell you the truth I'm not even sure what it takes for a card. I've searched for it without much luck. The review here of the camera says it takes CF2 and CF. but I think it will take a sony mem stick as well but not sure.

Thanks!
Ken

[cwat212]

just buy a fast card over 100x and at least 2gigs.

No idea where you are getting your camera but would bet you will probably want to get the card with the camera. Just note that they are usually much more expensive at stores (cheaper online). At least that has been my experience.

I have one of these cards below. A DATA 120x from Newegg.com and it keeps up with my XTi. No problem and it is $21.49 plus $4.99 shipping. Just to give you an idea about prices:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820211046

edit, these are CF cards which the Sony takes also.

[kenlc3]

Hey thanks for the info. I bought the card you refered to. It works excellent. Great deal.

Thanks, thanks, thanks
Ken