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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Ian Evenden

Best camera memory cards for storing all your favourite moments

Photography is not a cheap hobby, but the sad fact is that buying a camera is not enough, on its own, to actually start taking pictures. You might need a lens, if you’ve chosen one of the best mirrorless cameras or a DSLR, and of course, a sturdy case or bag to keep it in, but the sad fact is that, without a memory card, you’re not going to be able to capture anything.

Unlike smartphones, digital cameras don’t tend to come with internal storage, so you’ll find a slot on the side, into which you can slot cards. These come in various different types, speeds and capacities, and knowing which cards your camera can accept is the first step on the road to getting the best one for you.

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