> > Controllers in modern cards are designed so as to balance writes > > across the card. That coupled with good error detection and > > correction routines should make the card last forever under normal > > load. That is assuming "normal" error rate. Could happen that the > > memory on the cards is produced from crappy materials or shipped with > > some obvious faults (like the first batch of K-5 sensors) - that > > makes this discussion a purely theoretical one, we have no knowledge > > of what quality materials are used for which cards > > So, it effectively implies that using brand names such as SanDisk or > Lexar is a good idea even if their cards cost somewhat more than those > produced by second tier manufacturers... That is, it is equivalent to > hope or belief that SanDisk has ability and inclination to invest in > proper R&D, QA and QC so as to roll out quality products to market... > > Boris
We can hope :) The lifetime warranty some card manufacturers offer should be an indication that they really do try to provide a superior product but that doesn't necessarily mean that the same product is not available from other manufacturers cheaper - could be they are using the same components off the same production line anyway. kris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
