SD storage capacity

Hi - I have a new dslr and wondering what size SD card(s) to buy. Can someone tell me approx how many photos 2 GB in a reg SD can hold of RAW +JPEG can hold, vs 4 GB in a SDHD?

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Reply 1 : SD storage capacity

Need to know the model or the number of megapixels to answer the question. I can say RAW takes up a lot of data.

Reply 2 : SD storage capacity

It is the Nikon D5000, 12.3 megapixels

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Reply 3 : SD storage capacity

According to imaging-resource.com, the D5000 will hold 44 full resolution RAW + JPEG images (23.3 MB average size) with a 1 GB card. Complete information can be found here:

http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/D5000/D5000A6.HTM

You should use class 6 or faster cards if you intend on using the HD video function.

Reply 4 : SD storage capacity

thanks, that is helpful!