I just got a hp 618 digital camera from a friend but no manual and only came with an 8mb compactflash.

What size compactflash is good for quality photos?

How many photos can a 32mb, 64mb, 128mb, 256mb, etc. hold?

What type of recargable AA batterys work the best?

Where to find great deals on both of these?

TIA

Quite good camera.

For manual, see this page:

http://www.hp.com/cposupport/manindex/hpphotosma19577_eng_man.html

(the manual is quite big, might take awhile to download if you are on dialup).

I didn't look at whole manual, but saw that this camera takes 2.1 megapixel pictures - with 32 MB card, assuming camera saves pictures in .jpg, depending on picture quality you could probably take 50-70 pictures. Just an approximate guide for you :) (with my 2.1 megapixel fuji, I can fit about 70 high (not maximum) quality pictures on 32 MB card).

HTH,

Good Call, Renata (you're tough to beat to the punch :thumbsup: ).

We use Ni-MH (nickle metal hydride) - I'd recommend these types over Alkaline or NiCd (nickel-cadmium. aka: Nicad).

I ended up buying my batteries and charger from Amazon for a couple of reasons but you may be able to find them at eBay. You can do a search and you'll end up with PLENTY of online sources. Finally, the local Radio Shack may be able to help as well.

Originally posted by APDaddy
Good Call, Renata (you're tough to beat to the punch :thumbsup: ).

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Thanks, Jack. I'm trying to get as well-rounded as I can :) (though still am far from it...)