Tag Archives: XQD memory cards

Nikon D4s buffer capacity increased when you use the new Sony G Series XQD version 2 memory cards

After Sony announced their G Series XQD version 2 memory cards, Nikon updated the buffer performance of the D4s camera – in the tables below the left “Buffer Capacity” column shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored with the older Sony 32GB S Series XQD memory card (QD-S32E) at different image quality, […]

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Sony quietly announced new G Series XQD version 2 memory cards

I have not seen any coverage online for the new G Series XQD version 2 memory cards (used in the Nikon D4/D4s DSLR cameras) that can deliver 400MB/s read, 350MB/s write speed and capacity up to 128GB. All cards also include a USB 3.0 reader ($38 value). The price range from $163.50 to $799.95: B&H Adorama Lexar’s […]

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XQD finally gets some love from Lexar

   One year after the introduction of the Nikon D4, Lexar finally announced two new XQD memory cards with 32GB and 64GB capacity. The new cards offer a minimum guaranteed read transfer speed of 1100x (168 MB/s), write speed is lower. More details at PhotoRumors.

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Weekly Nikon news flash #173

New Book: Nikon D3200 Magic Lantern Genie Guides. Sample images from the new, not yet released Zeiss Distagon T* 15mm f/2.8 ZF.2 lens ($2950.00). Check also this ultrawide comparison between Carl Zeiss 15 mm f/2.8, Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8 and Samyang 14mm f/2.8 lenses.   New: protective skin for the Nikon D3200. Nikon D800E is currently in stock at […]

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