I think the gmini does have a screen, albeit a very low res mono one. It also has a CF slot. It wont view RAW files though - only flashtrax does that. I think the Gmini does have better battery life than the flashtrax though, but wont play mp3s or AVIs if that is of interest (whereas flashtrax will).
The gmini is a cheap and cheerful job which does basic file holding, is fairly small and allows you to preview jpgs to make sure the file is intact. The flashtrax has a better screen, bigger disc, views RAW files, plays mp3s & AVIs and has superlative support from the manufacturer (Archos is poor in this area I believe). It's a toss up between better functionality and less money I think... If you use RAW there is no choice IMO. > -----Original Message----- > From: Jens Bladt [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: 22 April 2004 17:27 > To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Subject: RE: OT: New Gadgets, New Toys (Photo/CF Storage) > > > Doesn't this reqiure a computer, a USB cable and a card > reader? I would prefere a Flash Trax, a Vosonic X-drive, or > an Image Tank, that can read several types of memorycards > (for different cameras) and seem more convenient, since I > don't need anything besides this, my camera and card to > unload the pics. The Flash Trax even has a screen to view the > shots! Solifor makes one that can even burn a CD on location! > > Jens Bladt > mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > http://hjem.get2net.dk/bladt > > > -----Oprindelig meddelelse----- > Fra: alex wetmore [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sendt: 22. april 2004 17:42 > Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Emne: Re: OT: New Gadgets, New Toys (Photo/CF Storage) > > > On Thu, 22 Apr 2004 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > I am looking into storage for my DSLR, so I can off-load > pictures from > > a flash card in the field, wipe the card, and start over. I am > > realizing > that > > shooting with a DSLR I will be shooting tons more photos > than before > > and > need a way > > to increase my storage capacity. A bit of extra money will > be coming > > my > way > > shortly. However, not enough for me to want to get a laptop. > > > > So, so far this looks like a fairly good idea: > > > http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B0000E6FY7/qid=1 082646806/sr=1 -2 > /ref=sr_1_2_etk-electronics/002-9840715-2164845?v=glance&s=electronics&n =172 28 > 2 This link goes to a GMini 120. There are many many similar gadgets. I would recommend doing a search on dpreview's (http://www.dpreview.com) storage forum for any device that you are considering. I'll probably pick up a GMini 220 at some point. They have somewhat mixed reviews though. Specifically the battery is not field replacable, which really limits how many times you can use it on a trip unless you have access to AC power. Currently I'm using a 4g Microdrive and I expect this to keep me going through the summer. They are $200 if you buy a Creative Labs MuVo2 and remove the drive. I bought my MuVo2 from J&R Music World. They are backordered everywhere, but J&R got me the unit in about two weeks which wasn't too bad. With the 4gb Microdrive you get about 280 RAW pictures or 990+ L*** JPEGs on the Pentax *ist D. alex
