Ever since film and video moved from analog and tape to the digital world, the name of the game has been “keeping up”.
And while that might be great for video professionals (and their clients) in terms of the product they can produce, it also means cameras are capturing more data than ever. Shooting in 4K, 6K, or 8K isn’t just about having a camera that supports it, the memory card also needs to write large amounts of data quickly and consistently to keep up during demanding shoots.
For filmmakers and videographers, the right storage can help keep high-resolution footage recording smoothly while giving them the capacity they need to capture more before swapping cards.
Luckily, Sandisk has some new memory cards that are here to do just that.
SANDISK® SD UHS-II Memory Cards for the Modern Video Pro
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Let’s look at two recently released SD UHS-II cards from Sandisk that are here to help you keep up with the ever-evolving digital camera market and the new workflow needs of the modern working creative. In particular, Sandisk has launched the next-generation SANDISK Extreme PRO® SDXC™ UHS-II V60 memory card for advanced creators and hybrid shooters who need strong performance for photography as well as 4K and 6K video workflows.1
Sandisk has also launched a reengineered SANDISK Extreme PRO® SD UHS-II V90 memory card for those looking for even higher-end production needs, as this V90 model is built to meet the demanding workflows of the high-end professional photographers and videographers who need maximum SD card performance.
SANDISK Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-II V60 Memory Card
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Let’s look at the SANDISK Extreme PRO SDXC™ UHS-II V60 memory card to start, as this V60 version is for those who need exceptional and super-reliable 6K1 video recording and burst mode capture capabilities. This card is also a great option for those looking to capture sophisticated time-lapse images with smooth recording and fast performance, with read speeds up to 300MB/s.2
Plus, with new capacity options up to 2TB3, creatives can store more high-resolution photos and videos and recover accidentally deleted or damaged files through Sandisk’s 2-year RescuePRO® Deluxe file recovery service.4
These newly released SANDISK Extreme PRO SDXC™ UHS-II V60 cards have been thoroughly tested and are ready to withstand drops up to 6 meters (19.6 feet) and extreme conditions thanks to their IP68 water- and dust-resistant designations.5
SANDISK Extreme PRO SD UHS-II V90 Card
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Now, looking at the SANDISK Extreme PRO SD UHS-II V90 memory card, this bad boy has been designed for even more advanced needs of those looking to capture once-in-a-lifetime moments in smooth, seamless 8K.1
Truly a top option for those looking for cinema-quality 8K video recording workflows, this V90 version has been engineered to deliver sustained minimum write speeds of 90MB/s2 (with V90-capable devices) for smooth, reliable capture—even during the most strenuous extended shoots.
As far as transfer speeds go, the SANDISK Extreme PRO SD UHS-II V90 Card can help shooters move large files quickly, so they don’t have to slow down their projects by providing read speeds up to 310MB/s.2
The 2TB3 card can store up to 1,118 min of 8K1 video shot at 30fps, or 47,368 24 MP RAW photos6 plus—as is the case with both versions of these cards—the SANDISK Extreme PRO SD UHS-II V90 Card can also handle extreme conditions and falls of up to the same 6 meters (19.6 feet).5
Availability
Both of these new cards are available now for your hybrid photo and video workflows, ready for your most daunting high-end productions. The SANDISK Extreme PRO SDXC™ UHS-II V60 Card is available in capacities starting at 64GB3 and up to 2TB3, and the SANDISK Extreme PRO SD UHS-II V90 Card has options starting at 128GB3 and also up to 2TB3.
You can find more details on full pricing and availability options on Sandisk’s website here.
- Compatible device required. 4K (4096x2160), 6K (6144x3160) and 8K (7680x4320) video support may vary based upon host device, file attributes, usage conditions and other factors. See www.sandisk.com/HD.
- Speeds vary by product and capacity. Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending upon host device, usage conditions, and other factors. Compatible device required capable of reaching such speeds. 1MB = 1,000,000 bytes.
- 1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. 1TB=1,000,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less.
- Registration required; terms and conditions apply.
- Based on internal testing. Water- and dust-resistant, and was tested under controlled laboratory conditions with a rating of IP68 under IEC standard 60529; product must be clean and dry before use.
- Approximations: results will vary based on file size, resolution, compression, bit rate, content, host device, pre-loaded files, and other factors. For Photos: Based on a 24 MP RAW image with an average file size of 38MB. For 8K video: Based on 7860 x 4320 pixels @ 30 fps (1.61GB/minute).
