Sony 160GB CFexpress Type A Overview

Offering both strength and speed, the 160GB CFexpress Type A TOUGH Memory Card from Sony provides fast read speeds up to 800 MB/s along with write speeds up to 700 MB/s. This quick performance benefits recording a variety of video resolutions, bit-rates, and compressions as well as high-resolution continuous raw photo shooting. Beyond its speed, this TOUGH memory card also has a reinforced physical design to withstand falls from up to 24.6′ and has been rigidity tested to 150 N of force. It’s also resistant to extreme temperatures, X-rays, electrostatic, and UV lighting. Offering further protection, File Rescue recovery software can be downloaded for recovering lost or even accidentally deleted files and Media Scan Utility can be used to automatically scan CFexpress cards and inform you of the flash memory condition.

High Speed Performance

Sony CFexpress Type A memory cards are designed for professional photographers, videographers and enthusiasts looking to super-charge their workflow with unrivalled speed and reliability. Ultra-high speed performance (up to 800 MB/s read and 700 MB/s write) is efficiently packed in the compact and durable body, to help you get the most from the latest high end cameras.

Dependable Videography

Sony CFexpress Type A cards are optimized for continuous, high-bandwidth data writing, making them ideal for professional high-bitrate video recording, such as 4K 120p, where dependability is critical. For extra reassurance and video recording stability they also carry the VPG (Video Performance Guarantee) 400.

Rapid Release Photography

Dramatically expand your photographic possibilities, with uncompressed continuous raw shooting for fast-moving action such as motor sports and wildlife. Writing speeds of up to 700 MB/s ensure ultra-fast camera buffer clearance for responsive, continuous shooting.

A Standard for Compact Storage

CFexpress Type A cards are a new standard for compact, high-performance storage. Despite being smaller than a conventional SD card, their PCIe 3.0 interface offers ultra-fast data transfer. It is an ideal storage medium for the future of compact, high-bitrate video and still cameras.

Work Faster, Be More Productive

CFexpress Type A memory cards open up worlds of opportunity for professionals. Handling high-resolution files and high-speed recordings in a small but rugged format, it’s perfect for speeding up workflows and improving productivity, allowing you to have more time available for creative work.

Speed Up Your Workflow with the CFexpress Type A Card Reader

Optimized for Sony CFexpress Type A memory cards, the optional MRW-G2 card reader allows you to transfer data via a 10 Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface and take full advantage of high speed backups and more efficient workflows. It’s compact, easy to carry and works with both Sony CFexpress Type A and SDXC UHS-II/UHS-I memory cards.

Made Incredibly TOUGH

Thanks to Sony’s unique TOUGH card design, their CFexpress Type A cards offer over 10x greater bend resistance than the CFexpress Type A standard. Designed for absolute dependability, the resin body is 5x more impact-resistant than the CFexpress Type A standard, and provides IP57 dust and water protection. Heat-dissipating materials also ensure consistent high-speed data transfers, along with resistance to X-rays, UV, and electrostatic radiation.

Sony’s TOUGH for the Roughest Places

With a tough design, CFexpress Type A memory cards offer superior strength up to 10x greater than the CFexpress Type A standard, additional rigidity tested to 150 N of force, and can withstand falls of up to 24.6′.

Sony’s TOUGH for the Toughest Places

You can rely on CFexpress Type A memory cards to work faultlessly in extreme temperatures, X-rays, electrostatic environments, and intense UV light. A dust and water-resistant design with an IP57 rating, provides the reliability needed for outdoor use in challenging conditions.

File Rescue: Recover Lost Files

Even when things go wrong, you can avoid disaster with downloadable rescue software for Sony CFexpress Type A memory card customers. This free software can recover accidentally deleted files and corrupted photos and videos in today’s common formats.

Media Scan Utility: Scan and Monitor Your Memory

Over time, flash memory wears out and no longer reliably records data. Sony’s Media Scan Utility automatically scans your CFexpress Type A memory card each time you connect it to your system, keeping you informed of its condition so you can take action before the limit is reached. The MRW-G2 card reader (sold separately) is required in order to scan Sony CFexpress Type A memory cards.