Best Memory Cards for Olympus PEN E-PL9

Looking for the best SD memory cards for Olympus PEN E-PL9? Here are our top recommended & fastest SD cards for Olympus PEN E-PL9 mirrorless camera.

Just like the PEN E-PL10, the Olympus PEN E-PL9 has a single SD memory card slot that supports UHS-I SD cards. Boasting an envy inducing look and distinguished build quality, the Olympus PEN E-PL9 (B&H, Adorama) delivers the jump in quality and creative control usually seen in much larger offerings – a great travel and walkaround camera and perfect for beginners. Using a 16.1MP Live MOS sensor and TruePic VIII image processor, the Olympus PEN E-PL9 supports up to 8.6 fps quick continuous shooting and UHD 4K30p video recording along with high-speed HD 720p120 recording for slow-motion playback. Benefitting both photo and movie applications, a 121-area FAST autofocus system is both quick and accurate, and works in conjunction with the rear touchscreen for touch-to-focus control. Additionally, In-body sensor-shift image stabilization helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake by up to 3.5 stops with any lens in use. Compared to the Olympus PEN E-PL10, we also love the E-PL9 a lot – which is a couple of hundred bucks cheaper.

Speaking of the recording media, the Olympus PEN E-PL9 has only one SD card slot that is limited to UHS-I speeds. That means you can’t get any extra write speed benefit from the fast UHS-II cards, but you can still take advantage of the fast read speeds of UHS-II cards, which enables you to transfer files to your computer quicker. So, in order to get the best out of your camera, here we list the top recommended SD cards for Olympus PEN E-PL9 mirrorless camera based on the speed and price. Just choose the one you like!

Best SD Memory Cards for Olympus PEN E-PL9

Check out this quick comparison table of our top-recommended and fastest SD cards for the Olympus PEN E-PL9 mirrorless camera. Any of these make for an excellent choice, and if you’d like further details, you can find them below.

UHS-I SD Cards	Max. Read Speed	Max. Write Speed
SanDisk Extreme PRO UHS-I SD Card (V30, U3)	200 MB/s	140 MB/s
Samsung PRO Ultimate UHS-I SD Card (V30, U3)	200 MB/s	130 MB/s
Samsung PRO Plus UHS-I SD Card (V30, U3)	180 MB/s	130 MB/s
Lexar Professional 1066x UHS-I SD Card (V30, U3)	160 MB/s	120 MB/s
Kingston Canvas Go! Plus UHS-I SD Card (V30, U3)	170 MB/s	90 MB/s
SanDisk Extreme UHS-I SD Card (V30, U3)	180 MB/s	90 MB/s
Kingston Canvas Select Plus UHS-I SD Card (V30, U3)	100 MB/s	85 MB/s

1. SanDisk Extreme PRO UHS-I SD Card

SanDisk Extreme PRO UHS-I SD Card Key Specifications:

• Bus Speed: UHS-I
• Speed Class: V30 / U3 / Class 10
• Max Read Speed: 200 MB/s
• Max Write Speed: 140 MB/s
• Min Write Speed: 30 MB/s
• Capacities: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1T

The SanDisk Extreme Pro UHS-I SD card is a powerhouse, boasting lightning-fast read speeds of up to 200 MB/s and write speeds of up to 140 MB/s, making it one of the most popular and highly recommended UHS-I SD cards out there. Perfect for capturing full HD, 3D, 4K video, and even raw and burst photography, this card is a must-have for all UHS-I compatible cameras.

This water, shock, X-ray and temperature-resistant SanDisk Extreme Pro UHS-I SD card is available in 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB storage capacities, and it’s even bundled with recovery software to bring back any accidentally deleted files. Plus, this versatile card comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Buy SanDisk Extreme PRO UHS-I SD Card at B&H, Adorama.

2. Samsung PRO Plus UHS-I SD Card

Samsung PRO Plus UHS-I SD Card Key Specifications:

• Bus Speed: UHS-I
• Speed Class: V30 / U3 / Class 10
• Max Read Speed: 160 MB/s
• Max Write Speed: 120 MB/s
• Min Write Speed: 30 MB/s
• Capacities: 32GB (SDHC), 64GB, 128GB, 256GB (SDXC)

Searching for a top-tier UHS-I SD card? Look no further than the Samsung Pro Plus UHS-I SD Card! With lightning-fast read speeds of up to 160 MB/s and write speeds of up to 120 MB/s, it’s the perfect choice for capturing those special moments and recording in 4K. With storage options from 32GB to 256GB, and a 10 year limited warranty, this affordable and dependable card is a must-have for all your photography and videography needs!

Buy Samsung PRO Plus UHS-I SD Card at B&H.

3. Lexar Professional 1066x UHS-I SD Card (Silver Series)

Lexar Professional 1066x UHS-I SD Card (SILVER Series) Key Specifications:

• Bus Speed: UHS-I
• Speed Class: V30 / U3 / Class 10
• Max Read Speed: 160 MB/s
• Max Write Speed: 120 MB/s
• Min Write Speed: 30 MB/s
• Capacities: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1T

The Lexar Professional 1066x UHS-I SD Card (SILVER Series) is the ideal solution for capturing and transferring stunningly high-quality photos and 4K UHD videos. Offering incredibly fast read speeds of up to 160 MB/s and write speeds of up to 120 MB/s, it’s one of the quickest UHS-I SD Cards available, perfect for recording 4K UHD content. And that’s not all: it’s also water, shock, vibration, x-ray and temperature resistant, making it as dependable as it is speedy!

Buy Lexar Professional 1066x UHS-I SD Card (Silver Series) at B&H, Adorama.

4. Kingston Canvas Go! Plus UHS-I SD Card

Kingston Canvas Go! Plus UHS-I SD Card Key Specifications:

• Bus Speed: UHS-I
• Speed Class: V30 / U3 / Class 10
• Max Read Speed: 170 MB/s
• Max Write Speed: 90 MB/s
• Min Write Speed: 30 MB/s
• Capacities: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB and 512GB
• Limited Lifetime Warranty

The Kingston Canvas Go! Plus UHS-I SD Card is the perfect pick for burst shooting and UHD 4K video recording, providing lightening-fast read speeds of up to 170 MB/s and write speeds of up to 90 MB/s, plus the V30 speed class. Plus, it is designed to be robust and weatherproof, capable of withstanding water, shock, vibration, x-rays and temperature extremes – making it a great choice for the most extreme conditions. Available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB and 512GB capacities, and with a limited lifetime warranty, this card is an unbeatable choice.

Buy Kingston Canvas Go! Plus UHS-I SD Card (V30, U3) at B&H, Adorama.