A card reader is a device that transmits data from a memory card to a computer, usually through a USB connection.
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Is it better to transfer photos by removing the memory card or by directly using a data cable?
I can download the pictures from the camera using the data cable or I can unplug the card and plug into my PC's card reader. Both work and I couldn't notice big differences in speed or reliability.
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Is a card reader faster than connecting camera via USB?
I've heard that compact flash readers allow your computer to much faster read the photos off the camera, than when you connect your camera over USB.
Is that true? What about other card formats, like ...
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Recommended cheap and fast SDHC USB card reader?
I need a few cheap and fast USB card readers, mainly for SD (16GB cards), CF support would also be nice.
Any pro/cons about:
Vivanco
Transcend P7
Lexar Professional Dual-Slot USB Reader
SanDisk ...
