SanDisk Launches 30 MBps 32 GB SanDisk Extreme SDHC Card
IT News Online Staff
2009-07-01
SanDisk Corp. has introduced the fastest 32 GB SDHC card on the market. The 32 GB SanDisk Extreme SDHC card at up to 30 MBps read and write speeds combines industry-leading performance with massive storage capacity, helping digital photography enthusiasts use the advanced features of today's DSLR cameras.
"The market for entry to mid-level DSLR cameras is growing, and SDHC is becoming the de-facto card format for these devices," said Susan Park, director, retail product marketing, SanDisk. "Our card's 32 GB of storage and up to 30 MBps read and write speeds enable DSLR users to shoot without worrying about storage or speed limitations. SanDisk Extreme SDHC cards provide consumers with a more enjoyable user experience, letting them focus on what is really important, the images that they are capturing."
A memory card's write speed plays a crucial role in the overall system of the camera when taking pictures in rapid succession. If a card cannot process data quickly enough then the burst mode shooting may pause unexpectedly as the card catches up to the camera. Burst mode bottlenecks can lead to missing the shot, especially at sporting or other fast-motion events. The SanDisk Extreme SDHC card offers maximum data-transfer rates, giving consumers a memory card fast enough to unlock the full capabilities of their DSLRs.
The 32 GB SanDisk Extreme SDHC card adheres to the SD Association's new Class 10 specification, which exceeds requirement for today's high definition (AVCHD) video recording. The card offers a sustained write speed fast enough to ensure high-definition video recording and capacity capable of storing 160 minutes of full HD 1920 x 1080 pixels at 24 Mbps data transfer rate.
Recently-released DSLR camera models like the Nikon D90 and D5000 offer consumers the ability to record HD videos, producing large files that can fill lesser-capacity cards quickly. Today's high-megapixel DSLRs also can generate massive still images like those produced in the RAW format used by professional photographers who want to take advantage of the enhanced picture quality and flexibility that RAW allows during post production.
RAW images demand up to ten times as much storage space as regular JPEG images, and when taken in rapid succession during burst mode can quickly fill smaller storage cards. The 32 GB SanDisk Extreme SDHC card can store up to 2500 RAW images, providing photographers with piece of mind and confidence that they will not run out of space for their images.
SanDisk Extreme SDHC cards guarantee operation at extended temperatures ranging from minus 13° F (-25° C) to 185° F (85° C). SanDisk Extreme SDHC cards are fully compatible with any camera, card reader or other device that supports SDHC cards.
When placed in SanDisk's new ImageMate Multi-Card USB 2.0 reader/writer, the SanDisk Extreme SDHC card transfers images and video to a computer at rates of up to 30 MBps. The card's fast data transfer rates enable photographers operating under tight deadlines to maximize critical workflow and enter post production as quickly as possible.
An SD card's speed Class is based on its minimum data-transfer rate, and is used to ensure high-quality video recording standards. The SD Association added Class 10 as part of the SD 3.0 specification released earlier this year. The SanDisk Extreme SDHC card's performance exceeds the requirements of even the highest-quality AVCHD video recording device, and is currently the fastest Class 10 card.
The 32 GB SanDisk Extreme SDHC cards will be shipping worldwide to major retailers in August. Also in August, the current 4 GB, 8 GB and 16 GB capacity SanDisk Extreme SDHC cards will be upgraded from Class 6 to Class 10.
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