SD card works fine in camera, not in computer!
Feb 27, 2016 11:10:37 #
Peterff wrote:
Nothing wrong with what you are doing if it works for you. Not all computers have built in readers. It also depends on the age of the reader. Tech ages and evolves, so newer cards may not work in older readers which appears to be the problem here. For large cards, USB 3.0 is much faster if your computer supports it.
Thank you for answering my question. Glad I don't need to rush out and buy a card reader.
Feb 27, 2016 12:09:39 #
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Feb 27, 2016 13:13:12 #
rmm0605 wrote:
I've taken several pictures (RAW-NEF) with my D750. In trying to bring them into the computer, I get a message telling me I need to format the card. I formatted the card previously. What's going on?
I've had a few issues with large SD cards and usually end up reformatting to Ex-Fat...I deal with Mac and Windows so the bridge *is* the Ex-Fat format (the cards themselves are formatted in Ex-Fat out of the factory is my understanding). I would tether the camera to the computer and get the data off the card first and foremost, then breathe easier and start messing with the card. Sounds like we use the same workflow getting data into the 'puter, right down to the card reader...however, lately I've changed brands and am now using a Transcend USB3 reader with no probs. That said, the issue seems to be that particular card and I've had 'em go bad, too (even Lexar). I'm not an "expert" that is for sure, but if you get your data off via the tether you can at least go forward...
Feb 27, 2016 13:49:17 #
amfoto1
Loc: San Jose, Calif. USA
johneccles wrote:
I never take my card out of the camera, I always use the USB lead provided. It seems that Nikon cameras often have problems with transferring photos to a PC.
The problem with doing this is that you put a lot of wear and tear on the USB socket of the camera... and if that wears out or gets broken, it's likely an expensive repair. Most cameras incorporate the USB socket on the main IC board of the camera and the entire board would need to be replaced.
It's far cheaper to replace a card reader! Also, card readers can offer faster downloads (depending upon various factors). And the camera's battery needs to have sufficient charge to compete the download... you might see damaged files if it ever shuts off due to a low battery, in the middle of a download.
OP also stated that they'd formatted their memory card in the computer... BAD IDEA! It must be formatted (or re-formatted) in-camera before using it. There's no guarantee that the computer formatting will be compatible with the camera. You might be lucky... or not. It's important to format (or re-format) in-camera.
It appears the problem reading the card has been resolved... was due to card reader size limitations.
Feb 27, 2016 15:10:40 #
rmm0605 wrote:
Yes. They produce the same results when exchanged.
This is why I don't use large cards. I have had three card failures over the years. The first two some years ago in a camera with only one slot. Then, about six months ago, I had another, but it was with my D7100. The backup card worked perfectly. With two slots I went up to 32gb. Thats enough for about 1000 raw images.
Feb 27, 2016 17:09:53 #
Reinaldokool wrote:
This is why I don't use large cards. I have had three card failures over the years. The first two some years ago in a camera with only one slot. Then, about six months ago, I had another, but it was with my D7100. The backup card worked perfectly. With two slots I went up to 32gb. Thats enough for about 1000 raw images.
I never use more than 32gb cards even though I have a N 800. It minimizes the image loss if one card goes bad.
Feb 27, 2016 18:49:41 #
CliffB
Loc: Bristol UK
I have some Fuji cards which my computer can only read when the cards are locked to read only. I believe when the card is formatted in the camera the actual operating system is somewhat different to that put on when formatting in the computer which may cause some problems. Try formatting in the camera and then setting to read only before trying to download into the computer
Feb 27, 2016 19:44:47 #
CliffB wrote:
I have some Fuji cards which my computer can only read when the cards are locked to read only. I believe when the card is formatted in the camera the actual operating system is somewhat different to that put on when formatting in the computer which may cause some problems. Try formatting in the camera and then setting to read only before trying to download into the computer
"read only" negates the "write" factor...I had a card (SD) go bad when it simply *became* "read only" with no help from me! Couldn't get the thing changed...Sandisc changed it out for me...
Feb 29, 2016 22:31:37 #
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Mar 1, 2016 03:46:39 #
2 Dog Don wrote:
Did you update any soft ware or drivers
...did everything me and two IT buddies could think of...it died.
Mar 1, 2016 12:57:28 #
Some Windows machines install updates automatically. When that happens, things can change for no apparent reason.
You might try updating the driver for the card reader.
I had some issues with my card reader and they went away when I installed the latest driver... Just a thought.
You might try updating the driver for the card reader.
I had some issues with my card reader and they went away when I installed the latest driver... Just a thought.
Mar 1, 2016 12:59:25 #
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