Review: SanDisk Extreme CompactFlash 60MB / s 8GB

Written by Noel Christensen in Reviews , Memory

Sandisk is not an unknown name, either here on MyDigitalPhotos.dk or out among the photographers in Denmark and abroad for that matter.

Sandisk has in recent years been one of the preferred manufacturers of memory among both the general consumer, but certainly among the more professional users.

SanDisk currently has a huge range in flash memory for both cameras, computers, etc..

Sandisk Extreme that we must look at this time, is one of Sandisk latest products, and just Extreme series is aimed at DSLR cameras due to the high read / write speed of up to 60MB / s

Sandisk Extreme series within CompactFlash cards currently consists of the Ultra II, Extreme and Extreme Pro and Extreme Series is located right in the middle of the field.

What's in the box?
Sandisk Memory Card with "Extreme" title, usually provided in a relatively large box, and this can probably be explained by that Sandisk have to differentiate Extreme series from Standard and Ultra products.

The packaging that SanDisk Extreme Compact Flash Card 60MB / s 8GB comes in, is not nearly as big as the previous ones, but still a nice size. In the box you will find, besides the memory card, a free download of the application "RescuePRO" which can be used to recreate images, video and more. from memory cards.

Functionality
There are probably many who are wondering why you should choose an 8GB CompactFlash card to 500, - to another 8GB Compact Flash cards for 250, -. The answer is relatively simple, since it is the higher read / write speed you pay extra for. And what does this mean in practice? If you have an old digital SLR, you will probably not win anything by choosing one of the new fast Compact Flash cards, such as Extreme series as we have on the test bench this time. Has contrast been out and invest in a newer DSLR camera with high resolution for fast continuous shooting and possible. HD / Full HD video - then it's suddenly interesting, and sometimes need a memory card with a high read / write speed.

With the launch of DSLR cameras like the Canon EOS 7D and EOS 5D Mark II is a fast memory card suddenly a necessity if you want full use of the good video quality (1080p) and continuous recording in either JPEG or RAW.

To enjoy the high read / write speed of up to 60MB / s must be insured me that your DSLR camera supports UDMA, which theoretically supports up to 100MB / s read / write speed. Sandisk's Extreme Pro series is currently. the one that comes closest, with up to 90MB / s

Benchmark
Sandisk said that SanDisk Extreme Compact Flash Card 60MB / s 8GB has a maximum read / write speed of 60MB / s, and here I know from experience that my Sandisk ImageMate All In One Card Reader can not keep up.

However, it is not charged us from seeing how high a read / write speed we can achieve with a card reader that could handle up to 34MB / s cf Sandisk's information.

As the test shows that one obtains "only" a maximum write speed of 23MB / s and a maximum read speed of 30MB / s, and in conjunction with Sandisk about a maximum read / write speed of 34MB / s for the card reader, then cast the result very good .

But should not be disappointed by transfer to PC, since it is not the memory card but the card reader to put the restrictions.

Specifications
WRITE PERFORMANCE: Up to 60MB / s (400x) *
READ PERFORMANCE: Up to 60MB / s *
CAPACATITIES: 8GB, 16GB, 32GB **
UDMA: UDMA 5 enabled (works in all UDMA modes)
POWER CORE CONTROLLERTM & ENHANCED SUPER-PARALLEL PROCESSINGTM "ESP": Was invented by
SanDisk øge the card's performance level
TEMPERATURE: Tested two performer from -25 ° C to 85 ° C (-13 ° F to 185 ° F)
SPECIFICATION: Meets CFA Specification Type I Card
Durability: Shock protection and RTV silicone coating added inside for protection against moisture and
humidity
WARRANTY: Backed by rigorous stress-testing procedures and our limited lifetime warranty? (30 years in Certain countries)

Conclusion
Do you invest in the sleek DSLR camera with lots of mega pixels, Full HD video and other demanding features, so it is not worth it to save on memory card, then you know that do not get full use of your new investment.

Sandisk Extreme CompactFlash 60MB / s in the middle of the field, and is fast enough for most cameras on the market currently., And especially in view of the Canon EOS 7D and EOS 5D Mark II where this card fits perfectly.

Yes, the price is higher than a similar card with a lower speed, but it costs a little extra when you have to have the best, and it is worth every penny!

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Pricing and Availability
Indicative price:?
Set to: 449, -

Written by
Noel Christensen

Courtesy of
Hama Denmark

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