topic Re: Powershot A540 - fixed memory in Point & Shoot Digital Cameras

Powershot A540 - fixed memory

grand — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:28:44 GMT

Does the Powershot A540 store photos onto "fixed storage" or just the memory card. I was able to get memory card files moved to computer, but see completely full "fixed storage" that I cannot access.

Helping 95 year old, and out of my depth. Appreciate confirmation I am not missing any precious memories. I can see the camera view and the copied memory card files have same count, so think OK there.

Re: Powershot A540 - fixed memory

p4pictures — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 18:03:19 GMT

There is no memory in the camera for storing images, they are only stored on the memory card. Any other memory in the camera is used by the camera to run the firmware to allow the camera to operate, that is probably the "fixed storage" you refer to.

Re: Powershot A540 - fixed memory

grand — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 20:59:34 GMT

Thank you Whiz!

Re: Powershot A540 - fixed memory

Tronhard — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 21:13:59 GMT

If you look at the memory card, the folder called DCIM is the only location where your files are stored, all other material is used by the camera for its own purposes. Good for you for getting out there and shooting - I hope I can do that when I reach your age - kudos!