Memory Card Readers
RED DIGITAL CINEMA PRO CFexpress v4 Type B Card Reader
- 1 x CFexpress 4.0 Type B Card Slot
- 40 Gb/s USB4 Interface
- Integrated USB-C Cable
- Bus Power
IOGEAR SD/microSD/MMC Card Reader/Writer (Green)
- USB 2.0
- Supports 10 Card Formats Including SDXC
- For Windows XP or Later
- Plug-and-Play Operation
Delkin Devices USB4 CFexpress Type B Memory Card Reader
- 1 x CFexpress Type B Card Slot
- 40 Gb/s USB4 Interface
- USB Backward Compatible
- Internal Storage for One CFx Type B Card
Vidpro 4-in-1 USB 2.0 Card Reader
- Compatible with SDHC & microSDHC
- Compatible with Memory Stick
- Compatible with Memory Stick PRO
- Compatible with Memory Stick Micro (M2)
Silicon Power C200 USB-C microSDXC Card Reader
- UHS-I microSDXC Card Slot
- USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 Interface
- Read Speeds up to 180 MB/s
- Write Speeds up to 165 MB/s
Lexar microSD/SD Card Reader
- 1 x UHS-I SDXC Card Slot
- 1 x UHS-I microSDXC Card Slot
- USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 Interface
- Read Speeds up to 255 MB/s
Kingston Workflow SD Reader
- 2 x UHS-II SD/SDHC/SDXC Card Slots
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C Interface
- Bus Powered
- Backward Compatible with UHS-I
Transcend RDE2 CFexpress Type-B-Card Reader
- 1 x CFexpress Type B Card Slot
- USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Interface (20 Gb/s)
- USB Type-C Port
- Aluminum Construction
Nextorage NX-SB1PRO CFexpress 4.0 Type B Card Reader
- 1 x CFexpress 4.0 Type B Card Slot
- 40 Gb/s USB4 Interface
- Data Transfers up to 3300 MB/s
- Bus Powered
Angelbird PKT CFexpress 2.0 Type A Card Reader
- 1 x CFexpress 2.0 Type A Card Slot
- 20 Gb/s USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 Interface
- Recessed USB-C Port
- LED Write-Protect Switch
IOGEAR USB Type-C Duo Card Reader/Writer
- 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C Port
- 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A Port
- SDXC & microSDXC Card Slots
- Also Supports MMC & RS-MMC Cards
Nextorage CFexpress Type B & UHS-II SDXC Dual Slot Card Reader
- 1 x CFexpress Type-B Card Slot
- 1 x UHS-II SDXC Card Slot
- 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 Port
- Write-Protect Switch
Delkin Devices CFexpress Type A & UHS-II SDXC Memory Card Reader
- 1 x CFexpress Type A Card Slot
- 1 x UHS-II SDXC Card Slot
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Interface (10 Gb/s)
- Bus Powered
Lexar microSDXC Express Card Reader
- 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 Integrated Cable
- 1 x microSDXC Port
- UHS-I and UHS-II Compatible
- Up to 900 Mb/s Transfer Speed
Xcellon CFexpress 4.0 Type B Card Reader with CFexpress Type A to Type B Adapter Kit
- 1 x CFexpress 4.0 Type B Card Slot
- 40 Gb/s USB-C Interface (USB4)
- Active Cooling with Internal Fan
- Passive Cooling via Aluminum Housing
PGYTECH CreateMate CFexpress Type B/SD Card Reader Case (Classic Black)
- Card Reader and Case Combo
- Stores Eleven Total Cards
- Holds Two CFexpress Type B Cards
- Holds Three SD & Four microSD Cards
IOGEAR Compact USB 3.1 Gen 1 SDXC/microSDXC Card Reader/Writer
- Reads SD, microSD, & MMC Cards
- Use Card Adapter for miniSD & MMC Micro
- Up to 5 Gbps Transfer Speeds
- USB Powered, No AC Adapter Required
ALOGIC Ultra Mini USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 to SD/microSD Card Reader Adapter
- Simultaneous Use of SD and microSD Cards
- Supports UHS-1 Speeds
- Bus-Powered
- Plug and Play with Windows and macOS
IOGEAR SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Gen 1 Multi-Card Reader/Writer
- USB 3.0 Data Transfer Rate of 5 Gb/s
- Reads Up to 59 Memory Card Formats
- Reads/Writes Multiple Cards at Same Time
- Hot Swappable
StarTech USB 3.0 Flash Memory Multi-Card Reader/Writer with USB-C
- 1 x USB 3.0 Host Connector
- 1 x microSDXC Card Slot
- 1 x SDXC/MMC Card Slot
- 1 x Compact Flash Card Slot
Delkin Devices USB 3.2 CFexpress Type B Memory Card Reader
- 1 x CFexpress Type B Card Slot
- 10 Gb/s USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 Interface
- USB Backward Compatible
- Rubber-Padded Base
ProGrade Digital PGM12 CFexpress Type A Mobile Card Reader
- 1 x CFexpress Type A Card Slot
- 10 Gb/s USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 Male Interface
- Supports CFexpress 4.0 and 2.0
- Bus Power
Atech Flash Technology Blackjet VX-1C CFast 2.0 USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C Card Reader
- CFast 2.0 Card Reader
- USB 3.1 Type-C Interface
- Data Transfer Speeds up to 525 MB/s
- Thunderbolt 3 Compatible
SanDisk QuickFlow UHS-I SD Card Reader with USB-C
- 1 x UHS-I SDXC Card Slot
- USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 Interface
- Read Speeds up to 250 MB/s
- Write Speeds up to 170 MB/s
Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Reader
- For Photo and Video Professionals
- 1 x CFexpress Type B Card Slot
- 20 Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C Interface
- Data Transfer Speeds up to 1700 MB/s
Nextorage CFexpress Type A & UHS-II SDXC Dual Slot Card Reader
- 1 x CFexpress Type-A Card Slot
- 1 x UHS-II SDXC Card Slot
- 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 Port
- Write-Protect Switch
OWC Atlas Dual SD Card Reader
- Dual UHS-II SDXC Card Slots
- Data Transfers Over 300 MB/s per Slot
- Integrated USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 Male Cable
- 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 Female Interface
OWC Atlas Dual CFexpress + SD Card Reader
- 1 x CFexpress Type B Card Slot
- 1 x UHS-II SDXC Card Slot
- Data Transfer Speeds up to 1032 MB/s
- Integrated USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 Male Cable
Learning About Memory Card Readers (SD & Micro SD Card Readers)
Memory card readers provide a fast and convenient way to transfer data from digital storage devices such as Secure Digital (SD), CompactFlash (CF), or MultiMedia (MMC) cards to a computer, tablet, or dedicated backup device. This allows still or video photographers to edit their images and films, send them to end users via the internet, or archive them securely. They can also erase and reuse the cards if desired.
Types of Memory Card Readers
Memory card readers either come with an integrated plug for connection, or as a box with slots that take the cards, and with the connection plug on the end of a cable. Readers are available as single card readers, which can handle just one type of card, or multi-card readers. These vary from dual readers to models with multiple slots that can take almost all types of cards.
Most models are USB card readers. They connect to standard USB 2.0 ports, with many also compatible with the newer, faster, USB 3.0 standard. If you use an Apple computer, you’ll need a model with a compatible Lightning connector. This can be a dedicated model, or a card reader that features both USB and Apple connectivity.
How to Select Memory Card Readers
When choosing a memory card reader, ensure that it accepts the type of card you use regularly. There are over twenty different types of cards, with SD and microSD cards being the most popular. SD card readers can also work with microSD via a simple adapter.
The next consideration is whether to pick a compact model that takes just one type of card, such as a microSD card reader or CF card reader. These are a good solution if you only work with one card type. Investing in a universal card reader lets you handle cards from all devices, including mobile phones and other accessories.
Another key factor to look at is transfer speed. Class 10 SDHC cards are fine for general use. However, if you work with huge image files, or carry out 4K video recording, you’ll need a high-speed reader, which can work with models such as PRO CFast 2.0 memory cards from SanDisk.
What Accessories Work Well with Memory Card Readers?
Card readers are necessary to transfer and save your data, and for even more security and convenience, you have a choice of memory card back-up devices. Likewise, you can use memory card duplicators to make copies of your data for distribution or storage. Other key accessories are memory card cases that keep your cards safe and orderly.
Look for high-quality memory card and back-up accessories, including memory card cases, at B&H Photo and Video.