The Sony A7R V is a 61 megapixel full-frame mirrorless camera that features dual memory card slots.
Each memory card slot supports both CFexpress Type A and SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II / UHS-I) memory cards.
For photographers shooting still images an SDXC V60 or V90 rated UHS-II card is all you really need. If you shoot action and continuous bursts then a CFexpress Type A card will clear the buffer much faster. Faster cards also enable faster transfers to your computer.
For videographers the card you choose will depend on the video type and bit rate that you wish to shoot in. These are the requirements with proxy off.
- XAVC HS 8K (400 Mbps): CFexpress Type A (VPG200 or higher), SDXC (V60 or higher).
- XAVC HS 4K (200 Mbps): CFexpress Type A (VPG200 or higher), SDHC/SDXC (V30 or higher).
- XAVC S 4K (200 Mbps): CFexpress Type A (VPG200 or higher), SDHC/SDXC (V30 or higher).
- XAVC S HD (100 Mbps): CFexpress Type A (VPG200 or higher), SDHC/SDXC (V30 or higher).
- XAVC S-I 4K (600 Mbps): CFexpress Type A (VPG200 or higher), SDXC (V90 or higher).
- XAVC S-I HD (222 Mbps): CFexpress Type A (VPG200 or higher), SDXC (V90 or higher).
With the proxy on or shooting in S&Q any bit rate over 600 Mbps will require a CFexpress Type A (VPG200 or higher).
Recommended CFexpress Type A Cards
Some CFexpress Type A cards are now cheaper than the larger SDXC cards. Our top recommended CFexpress Type A cards based on speed and reliability for the Sony A7R V are:
| CFexpress Type A Memory Card | Min Sustained Write Speed | Max Write Speed | Max Read Speed | Video Rating | CFexpress Standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novachips Express 4.0 | 800 MB/s | 1600 MB/s |
1600 MB/s |
VPG400 | 4.0 |
| Delkin Devices BLACK 4.0 | 500 MB/s | 1710 MB/s | 1830 MB/s | VPG200 | 4.0 |
| Angelbird AV PRO 4.0 | 800 MB/s | 1650 MB/s | 1800 MB/s | VPG400 | 4.0 |
| Angelbird AV PRO SE | 650 MB/s | 730 MB/s | 820 MB/s | VPG200 | 2.0 |
| Lexar Professional Silver Series | 200 MB/s | 700 MB/s | 800 MB/s | VPG200 | 2.0 |
| ProGrade Digital 4.0 Iridium | 800 MB/s | 1700 MB/s | 1800 MB/s | VPG200 | 4.0 |
| Delkin Devices BLACK 2.0 | 400 MB/s | 790 MB/s | 880 MB/s | VPG400 | 2.0 |
| Delkin Devices POWER 2.0 | 400 MB/s | 790 MB/s | 880 MB/s | VPG400 | 2.0 |
| Sony CEA-G Tough | 400 MB/s | 700 MB/s | 800 MB/s | VPG200 | 2.0 |
| Nextorage NX-A1PRO | 850 MB/s | 950 MB/s | 950 MB/s | VPG400 | 2.0 |
Recommended UHS-II SDXC Cards
Our top recommended UHS-II SDXC cards based on speed and reliability for the Sony A7R V are:
| UHS-II Card | Max Write Speed | Max Read Speed | Video Speed Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delkin Devices Power | 250 MB/s | 300 MB/s | V90 |
| Delkin Devices BLACK | 250 MB/s | 300 MB/s | V90 |
| Angelbird AV PRO SD (MK2) | 280 MB/s | 300 MB/s | V90 |
| Nextorage NX-F2PRO | 299 MB/s | 300 MB/s | V90 |
| SanDisk Extreme Pro | 300 MB/s | 300 MB/s | V90 |
| Sony SF-G Tough | 299 MB/s | 300 MB/s | V90 |
| Lexar Professional GOLD 2000X | 260 MB/s | 300 MB/s | V90 |
| OWC Atlas Ultra | 250 MB/s | 300 MB/s | V90 |
| Lexar Professional GOLD 1800x | 210 MB/s | 280 MB/s | V60 |
| Nextorage NX-F2SE Series | 100 MB/s | 280 MB/s | V60 |
FAQs
What is the difference between CFexpress Type A 2.0 and 4.0?
The main difference is speed. CFexpress Type A 4.0 cards utilize the PCIe Gen 4 bus which delivers twice the bandwidth (up to 2 GB/s) compared to CFexpress 2.0 Type A cards that utilize the PCIe Gen 3 bus (up to 1 GB/s).
CFexpress Type A 4.0 cards are backward compatible with CFexpress 2.0 devices, meaning a 4.0 card will work in a 2.0 camera or reader, but the performance will be limited to CFexpress A 2.0 speeds. Similarly, a CFexpress A 2.0 card will perform at its peak in a CFexpress 4.0 device.
Are CFexpress Type B cards compatible with the A7R V?
No. The Sony A7R V is not compatible with the physically larger CFexpress Type B cards, only CFexpress Type A cards and SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II/UHS-I) cards are supported.
Where can I find the Sony A7R V specifications?
The Sony A7R V specifications can be found on Sony's website.
