Sanho 250GB HyperDrive COLORSPACE Portable Memory Card Reader
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Discontinued
The 250GB HyperDrive COLORSPACE Portable Memory Card Reader from Sanho is a portable, battery-powered device that allows you to transfer pictures from your digital camera's memory card at speeds of 28MB/sec. This lets you download a full 1GB memory card to the hard drive in under one minute. The device is compatible with 18 types of memory cards, and features a large 2.2" color LCD screen for image review. The HyperDrive is an excellent choice for professional photographers who often find themselves filling a memory card while in the field.
- Memory Card Compatibility
- The HyperDrive is compatible with most standard memory card formats. These include Compact Flash Type I/II, MD, Secure Digital, SDHC, MMC, Memory Stick, MS MagicGate, MS Select, MS PRO, MS PRO MagicGate, MS DUO, MS DUO MagicGate, MS PRO DUO, and MS PRO DUO MagicGate.
- 2.2" Color LCD
- The COLORSPACE features a large 2.2" LCD with a 320 x 240 resolution and 262k color support. You'll be able to view JPEG and RAW images on the display, complete with EXIF metadata. You can use the display to review shots from the day on your own or with a client. You can even hand it off to your assistant to review while you keep shooting!
- Fast Backup
- You'll be able to download 1GB of images from a memory card in under a minute, making this an ideal solution for pro photographers who need to download and shoot simultaneously. The COLORSPACE features 32-bit copy verification and ECC Error Correction Coding, ensuring that your images are downloaded without data loss.
- Portable Operation
- The HyperDrive is designed to be truly portable. It is powered by an internal rechargeable Li-Ion battery, making it a truly portable solution for downloading pictures from memory cards. You'll be able to download about 120GB of data on a single charge.
- Raw File Support
- The HyperDrive allows you to play back all RAW files since it is a true RAW decoder. New RAW files can be added with firmware updates.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 250GB |
| Interface |
1x USB 2.0 Memory Cards Supported: Compact Flash Type I/II, MD, Secure Digital, SDHC, MMC, Memory Stick, MS MagicGate, MS Select, MS PRO, MS PRO MagicGate, MS DUO, MS DUO MagicGate, MS PRO DUO, and MS PRO DUO MagicGate |
| Drive Speed | 5400rpm |
| Buffer | 8MB |
| Average Seek Time | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Sustained Data Transfer Rate | 28MB/sec |
| Drivers | |
|---|---|
| Supported | Not Required |
| Included | Not Required |
| System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Mac | Mac OS 9.x, Mac OS X 10.x |
| Windows |
Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP, Vista Linux |
| Hardware | USB 2.0 port |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Mounting | Portable |
| Power Requirements |
AC: 100-240VAC 12VDC Car Charger included USB bus-power capable |
| Environmental Requirements | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 5.2 x 1 x 3" (13.3 x 2.5 x 7.5cm) |
| Weight | 0.59 lb (0.27kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 7 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
57%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (4)
- Fast transfer (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Digital photography (3)
- Image storage (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Professional (3)
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Pros
- Excellent Interface
- Fast Transfer
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Digital Photography
- Image Storage
- Image Transfer
- Viewing Images
Comments about Sanho 250GB HyperDrive COLORSPACE Portable Memory Card Reader:
As a wedding photographer, I don't understand why every photographer wouldn't own this device - it is essential. It is small, lightweight, incredibly easy to use and most importantly, FAST. The download speed is fantastic and makes it so easy for my partner and I to hand over our photos to each other with ease. The HyperDrive is small and fits into my camera bag so I don't have to lug around my laptop. Not to mention, I can keep it with me all of the time so I don't have to flip out about it getting stolen like I always did with my laptop. Downloading is a snap and I get to see a thumbnail of all of my photo. I'm so happy that I got this device and it will always have a place in my camera bag!
Pros
- Fast Transfer
Cons
Best Uses
- Digital Photography
Comments about Sanho 250GB HyperDrive COLORSPACE Portable Memory Card Reader:
I bought the drive to back up cards during a few trips I have planned.
I read a few negative reports prior to buying and was a little concerned. It has worked without issue. Its quick and simple. If you want to complain the screen is small but big enough to allow you to confirm the image is there.
the only thing I wish was that it had a more automated way to copy from the drive to my computers hard drive when I get home. I get tired of digging thru all the sub folders to get images in place.
I am happy with it so far and it gives me a way to back up cards in the field. I am thinking of buying a second one to make a double back up of each card. The cost is not to bad and for paid jobs it sure is nice to know you have back ups before you reuse a card.
One side note is it is really simple to replace the drive in this unit. so if your cheap you could bring a couple hard drives and swap them out.
Pros
- Excellent Interface
- Fast Transfer
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Digital Capture
- Digital Photography
- Image Storage
- Image Transfer
- Viewing Images
Comments about Sanho 250GB HyperDrive COLORSPACE Portable Memory Card Reader:
Very user friendly and intuative, was able to use straight out of the box. Quick way to transfer from memory card reader and backup photos. Transfer to computer relatively easy and fast, you don't have to read the manual. Great way to look at photos without the need for the computer.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Storage
Comments about Sanho 250GB HyperDrive COLORSPACE Portable Memory Card Reader:
Unlike the other reviewers. we have been extremely pleased with our hyperdrive. We took it on a 3 week shoot in fairly rough conditions, and had no problems with it. It worked exactly as advertised and was remarkably easy to use. We are currently using it as our primary backup for those images (170Gb worth) while we work through processing them. You can see a complete review at [@]
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Poor Interface
Best Uses
Comments about Sanho 250GB HyperDrive COLORSPACE Portable Memory Card Reader:
Although I'd read numerous positive reviews of the ColorSpace Hyperdrive, I'm not a big fan. I'm currently on my third replacement and have not had it work as expected at all. On the other hand, I do have colleagues who love theirs. I just wish that I could too.
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Not Durable
- Not Functional
Best Uses
Comments about Sanho 250GB HyperDrive COLORSPACE Portable Memory Card Reader:
I am photojournalist that wanted to carry this for immediate backup for work and on trips. I am now on my fourth Hyperdrive, the last 3 have been warranty replacements or upgrades. I have treated these with kid gloves and all have failed miserably. Of the problems faced, bent pins in the card slot, corrupt files, even after verification was set, locked up both my PC and Mac books and tower, failed to recognize it's own pre-installed hard-drive, and now the thing turns on to the startup screen, never advances to menus, won't download, and stays on until the battery dies or I remove it with screwdriver. I've never been more disappointed with any single piece of gear, and I've yet to have an entire shoot saved without problems.
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Fast
Cons
- Difficult To Use
- Hard to find photos
- Lacking directions
- Primitive Buttons to use
Best Uses
- Second backup
Comments about Sanho 250GB HyperDrive COLORSPACE Portable Memory Card Reader:
I purchased this device as a second backup to my Epson 5000. The Colorspace does download faster than the Epson out in the field. The screen is large enough to see the images so you know that your images have been successfully downloaded. I found that in the Colorspace it is hard to locate your images once you have them on the device. The directions that you get with the device don't go into much depth about the operation of the device. I think that the explanation and directions of the device are hard to follow and lacking in detail. I'm not that pleased with the difficulty in finding your photos on the device. Since I don't have a lap top I wanted a storage device that held a lot of photos. I will need to buy another device for an up comming trip but I can't recommend this one.
- Primary use:
- Personal
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What's in the Box
- USB Cable
- AC Adapter
- Car Charger
- Soft Carry Case
- Screwdriver
- Screws
- User Manual
- 1-Year Limited Warranty
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