I've been searching for information to help me decide whether the iPod (especially iPod Touch) could be a viable portable image storage device for traveling. I shoot a Canon 30D (typically RAW - CR2 files). I briefly had an Epson P-3000, which unfortunately, was stolen. It had a beautiful 4" screen, is easy to use (simply insert the CF card) and reads my RAW files. It also plays MP3 & movies (which are 'bells & whistles functions to me), but lacks internet function which is something I'd appreciate more. I can replace the Epson with another one, but am attracted to the more compact (thinner, lighter) design of the iPod Touch, as well as the internet functions, which would make it even easier to travel without my laptop.
I just read the fairly enthusiastic review you wrote in 2003 (5 years ago!) of the Belkin Media Reader for the iPod as a way of doing just what I suggested. I've been trying to determine (a) if the media reader will work with the iPod Touch in the manner you describe here, and (b) if there is any simpler, more compact way of accomplishing this. (The B. Reader + iPod nearly equals the Epson viewers in bulk.) Actually, it is difficult to get an accurate dimension reading on the Belkin reader. Sites vary in their specs considerably.
I will likely go back to the Epson unless I can find a way to make the iPod Touch work with my system. I'm hoping you can offer some more current advice.
