OM SYSTEM

OLYMPUS 2GB XD Picture card Type M+ Retail Package

Name: OLYMPUS 2GB XD Picture card Type M+ Retail Package
Brand: OM SYSTEM
SKU: B002GMSMHS

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Bottom line: The OM SYSTEM OLYMPUS 2GB XD Picture card Type M+ Retail Package: Only xD card line that unlocks Panorama mode on most Olympus digital cameras; main trade-off: xD is a legacy format; no current cameras or phones use it.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Only xD card line that unlocks Panorama mode on most Olympus digital cameras
✓ 2GB capacity, a solid step up for older xD cameras that shipped with small cards
✓ Postage-stamp-sized card fits the slim xD slots in compact cameras
✓ Works with most manufacturers' xD-compatible devices, not just Olympus

Cons

✗ xD is a legacy format; no current cameras or phones use it
✗ 2GB fills quickly with high-resolution photos compared to modern SD cards
✗ Most current laptops lack an xD slot, so you'll need a separate card reader
✗ Listing gives no read/write speed figures for the Type M+ variant

Manufacturer description

If your Olympus camera takes xD media, the Olympus 2GB xD Picture Card Type M+ (now sold under the OM SYSTEM brand) is the card built for it. Per the listing, only Olympus xD cards support the Panorama function found on most Olympus digital cameras. With a generic xD card, you lose that stitched-panorama mode. The card is about the size of a postage stamp. It fits the slim xD slots on compact Olympus cameras and works in most other manufacturers' xD-compatible devices. It is reusable and designed for durability, so you can shoot, offload, and reformat it through many sessions. The 2GB…

SpecPicks Verdict

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will this xD card enable Panorama mode on my Olympus camera?

Yes. Per the listing, Olympus xD Picture Cards are the only xD cards that support the Panorama function found on most Olympus digital cameras. Third-party xD cards do not enable it.

Does the Olympus 2GB xD card work in non-Olympus cameras?

The listing says it works with most manufacturers' xD-compatible devices. Check your device manual for the maximum xD capacity it supports before buying.

How many photos can a 2GB xD card hold?

It depends on your camera's resolution and compression settings. Your camera shows remaining shots on screen after you insert and format the card. Check your camera manual for per-image file sizes.

How do I transfer photos from an xD card to a modern computer?

Most current computers have no xD slot. Use a USB card reader that lists xD support, or connect the camera directly by USB if your model supports it.

Key Features

A reusable digital media that works with most manufacturers' xD-compatible devices
The only xD cards that support the Panorama function found on most Olympus digital cameras
Meets the memory capacity needs of today, and readily available to fulfill the increased memory capacity needs of tomorrow
Designed for maximum durability
An exceptionally compact design--about the size of a postage stamp

Full Specifications

Brand	OM SYSTEM
Color	Black
Model Name	01729 3
Read Speed	7.5 Megabytes Per Second
Media Speed	5 megabytes_per_second
Model Number	M-XD2GMP
Warranty Type	Limited
Mfr Part Number	4545350025953
Item Part Number	N3160692
Flash Memory Type	xD-Picture Card
Compatible Devices	Camera
Additional Features	Water Proof
Hardware Connectivity	xD-Picture Card
Memory Storage Capacity	2 GB
Secure Digital Association Speed Class	Class 10

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