BillMac wrote:
This is my first & only DSLR (at 85 yrs) I love it & don't plan a upgrade for sometime. My problem is I don't understand "chip size". Would someone please explain this in very simple terms. What is the normal size chips I should use and whayt is the MAX size chip I can/should use. Picture taking is just for my personal pleasure.
Copied directly from the Nikon D80 Manual:
Approved Memory Cards
The following SD memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the D80. All cards of the designated make and capacity can be used, regardless of speed.
Viewfinder eyepiece accessories
Filters
SanDisk 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB*, 4GB*†
Toshiba 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB*, 4GB*† Panasonic 64MB,128MB,256MB,512MB,1GB,2GB*,4GB*† * If card will be used with card reader or other device, check that device sup-
ports 2 GB and 4 GB cards.
Lexar
128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB* Platinum II: 512MB, 1GB, 2GB* Professional:1GB,2GB*
† SDHC compliant. If card will be used with card reader or other device, check that device supports SDHC.
Operation is not guaranteed with other makes of card. Contact the manufacturer for details on the above cards.
I use only the recommended memory cards in my Nikons and never had any problems. NOTE: Max size is only 2 or 4 GB depending on the brand and only SD cards are supported, NOT all SDHC cards will work. I hope this helps. chase