UNDERSTANDING MEMORY CARD SPECS: A BEGINNER’S GUIDE
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When choosing a memory card for your camera, understanding the numbers and symbols on it can make a big difference in your photography experience.
Understanding these specs will help you choose the right card for your needs, ensuring you can shoot and store your photos and videos with confidence!
Below I share a breakdown to help you make sense of it all:
128GB: This is the storage capacity of the card, meaning it can hold up to 128 gigabytes of photos or videos. The more gigabytes, the more data you can store.
R: 300 MB/s: “R” stands for the read speed, which is how fast the card can transfer files to your computer. The higher the number, the faster your transfers.
W: 250 MB/s: “W” stands for the write speed, which is how quickly the card can save data from your camera. Faster write speeds are great for burst shooting or recording high-quality video.
SDXC: A type of memory card designed to hold more data than older formats like SDHC, making it perfect for modern cameras with higher storage demands.
V90: This rating means the card is built for recording high-quality video, like 8K or fast 4K footage, with a very high minimum write speed of 90 MB/s.
U3: Indicates that the card is suitable for 4K video recording, ensuring a smooth experience with a minimum write speed of 30 MB/s.
Class 10: The card meets the standard for HD video recording with a minimum write speed of 10 MB/s, making it reliable for general use.
R (with the rotating arrow): This symbol shows that the card is designed for professional use, offering reliability and high performance for advanced photography and videography.
Below is a highly reliable memory card. It’s the brand I currently use in my camera.
Read my post on the importance of formatting your memory cards here.
As always, best of luck!
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