Portable digital photo storage devices are a wonderful way to back up and save images, especially if you're shooting pictures while traveling. Some of the devices can hold as many photos (maybe even more) as your home computer, and many double as DVRs, mp3 players, video players and more. They also allow you to easily show off your favorite pictures. Here is a list of top portable digital photo storage devices.1) Archos AV 700 40 GB Mobile Digital Video Recorder
What doesn't this amazing little device do? Packed in this tiny 20-ounce dynamo, you get a digital video recorder, mp3 player, video recorder and player, portable hard drive and, oh yeah, a photo storage device that holds up to 40,000 pictures. The 7-inch screen makes it actually pleasant to watch shows or view picture slide shows. You can transfer photos directly to this device via a USB port, perfect for road warriors.
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2) Apple iPod Video 5th Generation 60GB Media Player
The 5th generation iPod adds video capability, and the choice of several cool TV shows to download at iTunes. Photogs will appreciate the amazing 60 GB storage capacity, which holds tens of thousands of pictures. It is nicely portable, is slender and weighs a measly 5.5 ounces. On the downside, if you want to transfer photos directly to your iPod, you will need an iPod camera link connector.
3) Epson P-2000 40GB Multimedia Storage Viewer
What I like about this portable digital photo storage device is the option of inserting a Compact Flash or Secure Digital memory card to transfer photos on the go. It features a 3.8-inch screen, and also plays video and mp3 files. It supports JPEG and select RAW files.
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4) Kodak Easyshare Picture Viewer
What this storage device lacks in capacity and features, it makes up for with a rock-bottom pricetag about one-tenth the cost of its competitors. It won't hold a lot of photos (150 in internal storage, compared to 40,000 with some others). It also holds Secure Digital cards for additional pictures. If you are simply looking for a cheap way to carry photos around to show off, though, this is a true bargain.
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5) SmartDisk FlashTrax XT 80GB Portable Multimedia Player/Recorder
If major storage is what you need, this is the prime choice. It's especially handy for travelers, avid photographers and even professional photographers. It accepts photos via Compact Flash memory cards, or you can buy the optional memory card adaptor for other card types. You'll love the flip-up screen and remote control for reviewing photos after a long day of shooting, or for simply watching videos or listening to mp3 files.
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