Lexar has introduced 2TB capacities for its Professional GOLD and SILVER CFexpress 4.0 Type A cards, marking a significant step forward for Sony Alpha and FX system users working with high-resolution stills and demanding video formats. The new additions offer high-speed performance in a compact, rugged format, designed to withstand the rigours of field work.
Aimed squarely at professionals capturing 8K video and fast burst sequences, the new 2TB cards provide much-needed space for today’s oversized files, enabling longer shoots without the hassle of frequent card swaps. Both cards leverage the CFexpress 4.0 standard and are optimised when paired with Lexar’s dedicated USB 4.0 reader, sold separately.
The Lexar Professional GOLD CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card offers top-tier performance with read speeds up to 1800MB/s and write speeds up to 1650MB/s, plus a sustained write speed of 1400MB/s. It also carries the VPG400 rating, ensuring consistent performance for high-bitrate video capture. With an IP68 rating, it’s resistant to dust, water, vibration, and extreme temperatures – making it a reliable companion in challenging environments.
Meanwhile, the Lexar Professional SILVER CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card isn’t far behind. It delivers read speeds up to 1750MB/s, write speeds up to 1650MB/s, and sustained write performance up to 1300MB/s, along with a VPG200 rating. It matches the GOLD card in terms of ruggedness, offering the same IP68-rated protection and pressure resistance.
Both cards are fully compatible with current Sony Alpha and FX series cameras, meaning they slot directly into existing workflows for hybrid shooters and filmmakers alike. Whether capturing extended interviews in 8K, rolling B-roll at high frame rates, or snapping long bursts of RAW images, the increased capacity will be a welcome upgrade for professionals needing more space in the same compact Type A form factor.
A full review of the 2TB Lexar Professional SILVER CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card will be published on the site in the next couple of days, taking a closer look at its real-world performance, speed consistency, and value for money.
Joey Lopez, Lexar’s Director of Brand Marketing, commented, “Built to provide next-gen performance, Lexar CFexpress 4.0 Type A cards give professionals the speed and reliability needed to capture burst photos and large video files without dropping a frame. Paired with 2TB of storage, this compact and durable card provides massive capacity for you to capture the action and stay in the field for longer.”
Specifications:
Lexar Professional GOLD CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card
- Capacity: Up to 2TB
- Max Read Speed: 1800MB/s
- Max Write Speed: 1650MB/s
- Sustained Write Speed: 1400MB/s
- Video Performance Guarantee: VPG400
- Durability: IP68 rated, temperature-proof, vibration-resistant, 150N pressure-proof
- Compatibility: Sony Alpha and Sony FX series
Lexar Professional SILVER CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card
- Capacity: Up to 2TB
- Max Read Speed: 1750MB/s
- Max Write Speed: 1650MB/s
- Sustained Write Speed: Up to 1300MB/s
- Video Performance Guarantee: VPG200
- Durability: IP68 rated, temperature-proof, vibration-resistant, 150N pressure-proof
- Compatibility: Sony Alpha and Sony FX series
Price and Availability:
The 2TB Lexar Professional GOLD CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card is now available for purchase via B&H with an MSRP of $699.99 / approx. £580. The 2TB Lexar Professional SILVER CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card can be found on Amazon, retailing at $599.99 / approx. £495. Both cards are compatible with Sony’s CFexpress Type A camera systems and are expected to become widely available through other retailers soon.
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