FZ10 & Ipod (or similar)

[bluepeter 26]

Very happy with my FZ10 - it has so much going for it. But takking 100s of photos inevitable fills memeory cards up. I hate having to decide on what to delete based on an 1 1/4 inch screen - I want to see and study before I delete.
It has occurred to me that, rather than buy more memory cards, could I purchase an Ipod or similar and transfer images to there? If so, any recommendations for required software/cables/ etc?

All help appreciated

Pete

[HawkeyeLonewolf]

Wouldn't the memory cards be cheaper overall? And I don't think you can connect directly from the camera to the IPOD -- each device connects to a PC/Mac.

I just dump the pictures to my laptop. I only have a 128MB SD card (was only $19.99), but need to get a 512MB or 1024MB when I can afford it.

[Nytmair]

yeah, I'd rather invest in a 1gb card for example. or do what I did last vacation I went on and take a laptop (borrow one if you can) and you can unload your photos on to there when you stop back at the hotel

-Dan

[genece]

You could get some make of digital wallet such as this
http://www.ritzcamera.com/webapp/wcs...atalogId=10001
or this one is cheaper
http://www.vosonic.co.uk/vp2060.html

As you can see if you have any use for a laptop that might be the way to go.

[sagalout]

In a word, yes you can transfer your images directly to the Ipod.

http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPL...More=T7418LL/A

Costs $99 though, but potentially you could store a LOT of images!

[bluepeter 26]

Thanks for that - particuarly the idea of the Belkin Media Reader. However, is it possible to just plug the iPod into the camera's USB port?

I should explain that whilst travelling I travel light (so no laptop), but I've been toying wqith an Ipod for a while anyway. I couldn't justify buying one for the Photos only, but if its got some sounds on as well - it makes financial sense.

Pete

[sagalout]

This might interest you.

http://www.thinksecret.com/news/0410photoipod.html

Whilst it doesnt look like you will be able to transfer directly, the extra capacity and color screen etc should be great

[bluepeter 26]

Thanks for that link also.
Maybe I'll treat myself for Xmas.....

[phobia]

Sounds like you'd like a Belkin camera link. And an iPod Photo, of course.

Unless you're on extended travel and can't take a laptop with you, though, I'd advocate simply carrying extra memory cards.