Sony 64GB SxS-1 Memory Card
With a transfer rate that's 50% faster than the previous generation of SxS-1 cards, the 64GB SxS-1 Memory Card is an affordable, Flash-based media option designed for Sony's XDCAM EX line of camcorders, now including the PMW-500. Offering the same performance and reliability as more expensive SxS Pro cards, the SxS-1 has about one-tenth the lifespan (about 5 years with heavy use). These entry-level cards are ultra fast, durable, and can record up to 3 hours of HD video. The higher transfer speed translates to improved XDCAM workflow and faster ingest times, making the G1A an ideal media solution, from shoot to edit.
Note! For compatibility with original EX1/EX3 cameras, a firmware update is required. See Sony's Compatibility Chart for more info.
- ExpressCard Compliant
- The SxS-1 memory card is fully compliant with the ExpressCard industry standard, adopted worldwide by PC manufacturers to replace the legacy PC Card format. ExpressCard technology provides improved performance, simplicity and reliability over traditional PC cards.
- High capacity of 64GB, plus super fast data transfer speed (1.2Gbps) at an affordable price, making for quick file transfers and optimized workflow
- An approximately 5-year estimated life when recording at full capacity once per day
- Users can check the card life on their XDCAM and XDCAM EX equipment, and even see an alarm when the data rewriting limit is reached.
- The new generation of SxS-1 memory card is compatible with XDCAM EX equipment updated with the latest camcorder firmware. It will also be compatible with the PMW-500 camcorder, and with the PDW-HR1 field station using a PDBK-MK1 SxS Memory Card adapter.
| Type | SxS-1 (G1A) |
| Capacity | 64GB |
| Transfer Speed | 1.2Gbps |
| Interface |
ExpressCard34 PCI Express |
| Recording Time |
MXF Mode (50Mbps): 120 min HQ Mode (35Mbps): 180 min SP Mode (25Mbps): 240 min |
| Weight | 0.95oz (27g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
88%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (10)
- Professional quality (7)
- Highly compatible (6)
- Compact (5)
- Improves performance (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent films (6)
- In the studio (5)
- Complex projects (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Business owner (5), Professional artist (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (10)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great capacity
Great SxS Card, high Capacity, reliable. It Give us the space we need to film for 2,5 Hours with out having to worry to carry with us extra cards because we run out of...Read complete review
Great SxS Card, high Capacity, reliable. It Give us the space we need to film for 2,5 Hours with out having to worry to carry with us extra cards because we run out of space while filming. Sony time limit usage would never be a problem, do the math and you'll see you need so many years before reach that time limit. Bottom line, instead of getting 2x32GB SxS for us was better having one of this unit.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Hope it lasts long enough
My complaint isn't with the functionality of the card. It works fine.My only concern is that I paid [$] for a product that has a limited life span.You don't see Panasonic putting a limited...Read complete review
My complaint isn't with the functionality of the card. It works fine.My only concern is that I paid [$] for a product that has a limited life span.You don't see Panasonic putting a limited life span on their P2 cards! Sony is just greedy and wants you to have to buy their products time and again.I just hope I get my money's worth before it decides to die on me.Also, it would be nice to know when it plans to fail. I don't like the idea of going to shoot a film and not knowing when my media plans to fail on me. I would buy the 32g Pro cards but they are only 32g and I need the longer recording times of the 64g-1 because of the kind of work I do.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Limited life span
Best Uses
Comments about Sony SxS-1 G1A 64GB Memory Card:
My complaint isn't with the functionality of the card. It works fine.My only concern is that I paid [$] for a product that has a limited life span.You don't see Panasonic putting a limited life span on their P2 cards! Sony is just greedy and wants you to have to buy their products time and again.I just hope I get my money's worth before it decides to die on me.Also, it would be nice to know when it plans to fail. I don't like the idea of going to shoot a film and not knowing when my media plans to fail on me. I would buy the 32g Pro cards but they are only 32g and I need the longer recording times of the 64g-1 because of the kind of work I do.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Produces Great Video
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Travel
Comments about Sony SxS-1 G1A 64GB Memory Card:
over 200 minutes of HD storage and up to a 9:1 import ratio...You can't go wrong with this card!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Pricey / Poor Value
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Sony SxS-1 G1A 64GB Memory Card:
The great thing about paying the extra $$$ for this over the aftermarket cards with SD card inserts is I never have to question whether it will work, format properly and run at any fps.
Also, download time is much improved.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Sony SxS-1 G1A 64GB Memory Card:
Easy to use, 200 minutes of footage on 1920/24p
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Sony SxS-1 G1A 64GB Memory Card:
Does what it says. Works fine with my MacBook pro and final cut pro. A tad pricy, but does the job and saves your camera and saves space on your desk.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Sony SxS-1 G1A 64GB Memory Card:
This is a great card. I have two of these cards and the great thing about them is that my Macbook pro recognizes them. They hold up too 400 hours of video on my Sont f3 in Hd mode. Finally a product that works in slot that is built into a macbook. Bye Bye P2 caRDS
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Sony SxS-1 G1A 64GB Memory Card:
It is ideal for long shootings as DVD shows recording or documentaries, or events. You feel free to shoot almost 4 hours without worrying about card changes.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Little overpriced
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
Comments about Sony SxS-1 G1A 64GB Memory Card:
Great SxS Card, high Capacity, reliable. It Give us the space we need to film for 2,5 Hours with out having to worry to carry with us extra cards because we run out of space while filming. Sony time limit usage would never be a problem, do the math and you'll see you need so many years before reach that time limit. Bottom line, instead of getting 2x32GB SxS for us was better having one of this unit.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Capacity
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
Cons
- Price
Best Uses
- Wedding corporate
Comments about Sony SxS-1 G1A 64GB Memory Card:
Expensive item but increased my recording capacity to 200mins approx. Have only just purchsed this product and recorded a 1.5 hour program, without a hitch Would like to purchase more, maybe when the price is reasonable.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Sony SxS-1 G1A 64GB Memory Card:
This SxS-1 card is as great and reliable as the SxS-PRO model. I wasn't sure in the beginning. Using the SxS-PRO at least for 2 years, they appear to be absolutely reliable (rain, cold, hot, etc). The 'little bigger' SxS-1 model seems to be the same. Much more affordable. The extra reading speed (1200 against 800 Mb/sec) of this G1A model shows up while inserted in the MacBookPro for download. The software shows 10x speed instead of 6x before... Really cool. And what about the write/read limit in time ? Sony mentioned 5 years of service by using it at 1 time per day... Well, this give me some years before complaining !
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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