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Sony AXS Memory Thunderbolt Card Reader

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Sony AXS Memory Thunderbolt Card Reader
Key Features
  • 1 x AXS Card Slot
  • 2 x Thunderbolt 3 Ports
  • Read Speeds up to 1200 MB/s
  • Daisy-Chain Functionality
Import 6K, 4K, 2K raw, and X-OCN recorded on AXS-A media using an AXS-R7 camera with the AXS Memory Thunderbolt Card Reader from Sony. This card reader features read speeds of up to 1200 MB/s and connects to your host Windows or Mac system using Thunderbolt 3. There is also a second Thunderbolt 3 port for daisy-chaining additional card readers and other accessories for simultaneous use. Power is provided via an included AC adapter.
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Sony AXSAR3 Overview

Import 6K, 4K, 2K raw, and X-OCN recorded on AXS-A media using an AXS-R7 camera with the AXS Memory Thunderbolt Card Reader from Sony. This card reader features read speeds of up to 1200 MB/s and connects to your host Windows or Mac system using Thunderbolt 3. There is also a second Thunderbolt 3 port for daisy-chaining additional card readers and other accessories for simultaneous use. Power is provided via an included AC adapter.

General Features
High-Speed Transfers via Thunderbolt 3
The AXS-AR3 AXS memory card reader offers a maximum data read speed of up to 9.6 Gb/s (1200 MB/s) from AXS memory via Thunderbolt 3.
Daisy-Chain Functionality
The unit supports a daisy-chain function whereby more than one reader and other devices can be connected via Thunderbolt 3 to a Windows or Mac system. For example, those working simultaneously with AXS and SxS memory cards, the SBAC-T40 SxS memory card reader can be connected to the AXS-AR3 by its daisy-chin function.
Windows and Mac Compatible
The AXS-AR3 is compatible with macOS 10.13 or later and Windows 10 (64-bit, Version 1809) or later.

Sony AXSAR3 Specs

Media Card Reader
1x AXS
Host Connection
USB-C (Thunderbolt 3) via Detachable Cable
Power Source
Included AC Adapter with USB-C Connector: 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (25 W)
Operating Conditions
-4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C at 20 to 80% Humidity
Storage Conditions
68 to 140°F / 20 to 60°C
Dimensions
7.6 x 3.9 x 2.8" / 193.5 x 100 x 71 mm
Weight
2.2 lb / 1 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.685 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.9 x 6.5 x 6.5"

Sony AXSAR3 Reviews

Why?

By Mohamed
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2026-10-05

Almost the price of a 1TB card ... That insane and stupid at the same time. Sony be serious please.

Are you kidding me?

By Ross
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2026-07-23

Only Sony would attempt to charge this much for a silly card reader.... what a total joke as usual from them.

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