Are off brand memory cards for a digital camera as good as the more expensive brand card?

I'd stick with the majors. Sometimes off brand cards don't play as well with all devices. Sometimes they work, other times they work but not at full speed.





Think about how much money you're really saving ($10?) and if it's really worth it.





SanDisk, Lexar, Kingston, Viking

Are off brand memory cards for a digital camera as good as the more expensive brand card?
i would only buy Kingston or SanDisk...anything else may fail or not be tested with your camera.
Reply:They store pictures and all, but the best brand names carry a lifetime warranty. They also come with image recovery software. They are also more "substantial feeling" in your hands. The contacts appear to be heavier and are better isolated to keep from bending the contacts inside your camera.





In my opinion, memory is so cheap these days that it just makes sense to buy the brand name and know for sure what you are getting.
Reply:i use either lexar, kingston, sandisk, fuji or panasonic for sd card
Reply:Yes! I bought a Kingston 512 card from amazon for around $8.00 and it works fabulous!!! I highly recommend.
Reply:this is a mixed idea, some are excellent deals while some won't work the first time you try them, so try to research the offbrands before purchasing.
Reply:i've used brand and off-brand memory cards. i've seen no difference in performance. you just don't have that "prestige" feeling with a cheap off- brand card in your name brand camera.............if that makes any difference to you