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AJ

Member
i know there is probably a thread on all of this but im just gonna start getting into this. i have 2 questions.

im getting a Nikon D40x btw

what format should i save to? (RAW, jpg, etc...)
when i have my pictures what size should i save to? (small, medium, big, etc...)

i want to save space on my computer and stuff and dont know what settings i should save in


EDIT: alrighty so my camera came today. i was expecting a D40x and i got a Canon 40D

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im keeping the camera but getting a new lens cuz i ordered a Nikon lens and it obviously doesnt fit

i got lucky :D
 
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Brian Boston

I got myself banned.
I'd personally just shoot in JPG to start. As your start to learn more about photos and editing maybe switch to raw so you can edit your photos better.
 
Matt Dibble

Matt Dibble

M3MB3R
Staff member
with my d50 i think i shot in jpeg fine, large.

although i have 500gb internal and 320gb external to play with.
 
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Tom6

Member
Raw takes up shitloads of space
but it allows editing without loss of original data or quality.
I shoot both depending on if the picture im doing/composing is gonna turn out good or not
 
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AJ

Member
alright thanks guys. cuz i looked at the settings and was like woah it takes up a lot of space. i will get some stuff off my computer so i can have room for my pictures haha
 
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Dylan Kasson

Steel Member
it is better to have the maximum quality (raw and the largest picture size) in case you need to crop, print, or just generally edit your photo but its your call
i know your not too serious about it so youll probobly be satisfied with the jpeg small setting
 
the_SD_local

the_SD_local

I own SR.
You can set your Nikon to shoot a dual image. RAW (NEF) and a jpeg small. You can't take as many photos per card though since you are saving 2 images per shot but it gives you a lot more options when it comes time to preview, upload or edit.
 
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AJ

Member
oh nice. hahaha i will try all this stuff sooner or later. but i will stick to the basics when i get it. jpg small or medium haha i will see. thanks guys
 
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