SDHC Card Speed

[Tony]

Maria got me a new Kodak Zx5 handheld camera for my birthday!!!arty0006:

It has a small internal memory, so requires a SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) card. The manual states that "For best epxerience and to use sharing features - including social networking and email - you must purchase and insert a card (SDHC Class 4 or higher; maximum supported size: 32GB)."

I looked up what the class meant and it is related to the speed of the card. Class comes in 2, 4, 6, 10 and directly translates over to MBPS.

Anyone have any idea if there's any reason for me getting one with a rating over the recommended minimum of 4?

Thanks in advance, looking forward to shooting some video and posting it up.

 

[mscichlid]

Haven't a clue, but start here and then read that manual.

 

[emartin]

I can't help you with what class card to get, but I'd look here for an SDHC card...I doubt you will find better retail prices elsewhere online:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...deValue=534:77854&PropertyCodeValue=534:77853

You can also look here but their prices on flash memory don't appear to be as good as Newegg's (plus newegg can ship UPS Ground for next day or 2-day delivery just about anywhere in the country):
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?ci=1097&N=4204446865+4264330179

 

[londonloco]

+1 on newegg, my SIL introduced me to newegg, have to admit, most times they have the best price.

 

[mab]

Just be careful. I've read many reviews about off-brands not getting close to the class they claim. Your manual should list the brands and size cards tested/verified to run well with your camera.

 

[WendyFish]

I also picked up a couple cards (main line brand) in a multipack at Costco that were a good deal.