Stole memory card from my camera?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the missing SD card from a camera during a conference, exploring the possibilities of theft or personal oversight. Participants share experiences and hypotheses regarding the situation, including potential reasons for the card's disappearance and the nature of memory card theft.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested
  • Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant recounts that the SD card was present when taking photos the day before the conference, leading to two possibilities: personal removal or theft by someone else.
  • Another participant suggests checking if the camera has on-board memory, as some cameras can store images without an SD card.
  • A different participant shares an anecdote about a camera charger being stolen, implying that small items like memory cards are easier to steal unnoticed.
  • Some participants note the relatively low cost of SD cards, questioning the motivation behind stealing one.
  • Concerns are raised about the possibility of the card being left in a computer or bag instead of being stolen.
  • One participant mentions their camera occasionally failing to detect the SD card, which could lead to confusion about its presence.
  • Another participant shares their experience with SD card fragility, suggesting that frequent removal can lead to damage.
  • There is speculation about the likelihood of someone stealing an SD card from a random camera, with some questioning the practicality of such an act.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a range of views on the likelihood of theft versus personal oversight, with no consensus reached on the actual cause of the missing SD card. Multiple competing theories remain present throughout the discussion.

Contextual Notes

Some participants highlight the fragility of SD cards and the potential for confusion regarding their presence in cameras, indicating that assumptions about their use and storage may vary significantly among users.

  • #31


DaveC426913 said:
Found it!

Your welcome. I'd have returned it sooner, but my transporter was malfunctioning.
 
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  • #32


Monique said:
Could the "aftershock" have anything to with this? :biggrin:

You know... as I start piecing together the order of events for the weekend...
hmm.
 
  • #33


mugaliens said:
Your welcome. I'd have returned it sooner, but my transporter was malfunctioning.

Goddidit
 
  • #34


Upisoft said:
Goddidit

I appreciate the vote of confidence, but I've already been ruled out as the culprit.
 

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