Best Memory Cards for Sony a7S III

Looking for the best memory cards for Sony a7S III? Here are our top recommended & fastest CFexpress cards and SD cards for Sony a7S III mirrorless camera.

The Sony a7S III has dual memory card slots that are both compatible with CFexpress Type A cards and UHS-II-compatible SD cards. Designed for outstanding video performance as well as low-light shooting, the Sony a7S III (B&HAdorama) is the latest ultimate creative tool for video professionals and all types of hybrid still/video shooters looking for a high-quality full-frame 4K video camera in a compact form factor. Featuring a brand new 12.1MP back-illuminated full-frame image sensor with ultra-high sensitivity and 15+ stop wide dynamic range as well as an updated BIONZ XR image processor, the Sony a7S III offers in-camera 4K video recording up to 120 frames per second, 10-bit depth and 4:2:2 colour sampling and it allows up to 4K 60p 16-bit RAW output to an external recorder via HDMI Type-A connector, offering additional post-production flexibility. Although the Sony a7S III is primarily designed for video, it is also an ideal still photography camera for those who need top-notch low-light and higher ISO imaging performance and expansive dynamic. The Sony a7S III offers a native range of ISO 80-102400, which can be further expanded down to an impressively low ISO 40 and up to a shockingly high ISO 409,600, and it supports up to approximately 14 stops for stills and 15 stops for video, and 10 fps continuous shooting for up to 1000 uncompressed raw files for stills. Overall, the Sony a7S III is the best and most versatile 4K mirrorless camera on the market.

As we mentioned above, the Sony a7S III has 2x memory card slots that both support CFexpress Type A cards and UHS-II SD cards. Although SD cards and CFexpress Type A cards are not the same in size, both card slots in the Sony a7S III will accept either card type. So, if you have already had some fast SD cards, you can continue to use them since most of the Sony a7S III’s features work fine with either V60 or V90 cards. But, if you would like to use the camera’s most bandwidth intensive recording format – S&Q (‘slow and quick’) mode with 10-bit 4:2:2 recording, you will still need some higher-performance CFexpress Type A cards. So, in order to get the ultra high read speeds (transfer speed) and write speeds (fast buffer clearing time) to get the best out of your Sony a7S III camera, here we list the top recommended & fastest CFexpress Type A cards and SD cards for the Sony a7S III mirrorless camera based on the speed and price. Just choose the one you like.

Recommended Memory Cards for Sony a7S III

Here are the quick comparison tables of our top recommended CFexpress Type A cards and SD cards for Sony a7S III mirrorless camera.

CFexpress Type A Cards:

CFexpress Type A CardsMax. Read SpeedMax. Write Speed
Lexar Gold Series Professional CFexpress Type A Card900 MB/s800 MB/s
Delkin Devices BLACK CFexpress Type A Card880 MB/s790 MB/s
Delkin Devices POWER CFexpress Type A Card880 MB/s790 MB/s
Sony TOUGH CFexpress Type A Card800 MB/s700 MB/s
ProGrade Digital Cobalt CFexpress Type A Card800 MB/s700 MB/s
Exascend Essential CFexpress Type A Card800 MB/s700 MB/s

SD Cards:

UHS-II SD CardsMax. Read SpeedMax. Write Speed
Kingston Canvas React Plus UHS-II SD Card (V90)300 MB/s260 MB/s
PNY X-PRO 90 UHS-II SD Card (V90)300 MB/s280 MB/s
Sony SF-G Tough UHS-II SD Card (V90)300 MB/s299 MB/s
SanDisk Extreme PRO UHS-II SD Card (V90)300 MB/s260 MB/s
Wise Advanced SD-N UHS-II SDXC Card (V90)290 MB/s260 MB/s
ProGrade Digital UHS-II SDXC Card (V90)300 MB/s250 MB/s
Delkin Devices Power UHS-II SDXC Card (V90)300 MB/s250 MB/s
Delkin Devices BLACK UHS-II SDXC Card (V90)300 MB/s250 MB/s
Lexar Professional 2000x UHS-II SD Card (V90)300 MB/s260 MB/s
Hoodman Steel 2000x SDXC UHS-II Card300 MB/s260 MB/s
Angelbird AV Pro Mk 2 UHS-II SDXC Card (V90)280 MB/s260 MB/s
Transcend 700S UHS-II SD Card (V90)285 MB/s180 MB/s
Lexar Professional 1800x UHS-II SDXC Card (V60)270 MB/s180 MB/s
Sony SF-M Tough UHS-II SDXC Card (V60)277 MB/s150 MB/s
Sony SF-M UHS-II SDXC Card (V60)277 MB/s150 MB/s
Angelbird AV Pro MK2 UHS-II SDXC Card (V60)260 MB/s140 MB/s
ProGrade Digital UHS-II SDXC Card (V60)250 MB/s130 MB/s
Sony SF-E Series UHS-II SDXC Card (V60)270 MB/s120 MB/s
Lexar Professional 1667x UHS-II SD Card (V60)250 MB/s120 MB/s

Any of these make for a good choice. If you’d like more detailed recommendations or other brands and models, you can find them below.

Best CFexpress Type A Cards for Sony a7S III

1. Delkin Devices BLACK CFexpress Type A Card

  • Max Read Speed: 880 MB/s
  • Max Write Speed: 790 MB/s
  • Min Write Speed: 400 MB/s
  • 48-Hour Replacement Guarantee
  • Capacities: 80GB, 160GB
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty

The Delkin Devices BLACK CFexpress Type A Card is an unbeatable option for any photographer or videographer who wants to take advantage of superior value at a lower cost than that of Lexar’s Gold Series. Boasting read speeds of up to 880 MB/s, write speeds of up to 790 MB/s and a minimum write speed that won’t drop below 400 MB/s, it is perfect for capturing raw and continuous-burst photography, as well as 8K, 6K and 4K video at high bitrates and frame rates. Not to mention, this hardy card is waterproof, shockproof and temperature resistant – making it ideal for any environment. And, with its 48-hour replacement guarantee and lifetime warranty, available in 80GB and 160GB capacities, it really is the perfect choice.

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2. Delkin Devices POWER CFexpress Type A Card

  • Max Read Speed: 880 MB/s
  • Max Write Speed: 790 MB/s
  • Min Write Speed: 400 MB/s
  • Capacities: 80GB, 160GB
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty

The Delkin Devices POWER CFexpress Type A Cards offer equal performance to the BLACK series cards, but without the 48-hour replacement guarantee. Available in 80GB and 160GB, the cards both have similar read speeds, while the 160GB has a faster write speed.

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3. Lexar Gold Series CFexpress Type A Card

  • Max Read Speed: 900 MB/s
  • Max Write Speed: 800 MB/s
  • Min Write Speed: 700 MB/s
  • VPG-400 Compliant at 400 MB/s
  • Capacities: 80GB, 160GB, 320GB
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty

The Lexar Gold Series CFexpress Type A Card is a high-speed powerhouse, offering read speeds of up to 900 MB/s, write speeds of up to 800 MB/s and minimum sustained write speeds of 700 MB/s, as well as meeting the VGP-400 video class standard. Perfect for capturing high-resolution images and 8K video, it’s also rugged, able to withstand shock, vibration, extreme temperatures, X-rays, electrostatic, and UV lighting. Available in 80GB, 160GB and 320GB capacities, it comes with a lifetime warranty, making it one of the fastest and most durable CFexpress Type A cards on the market.

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4. Sony TOUGH CFexpress Type A Memory Card

  • Max Read Speed: 800 MB/s
  • Max Write Speed: 700 MB/s
  • Capacities: 80GB, 160GB, 320GB, 640GB
  • Limited 5-Year Warranty

The Sony TOUGH CFexpress Type A card is the perfect choice for recording video of any resolution, bit-rate, and compression, and for shooting high-resolution raw photos continuously. Available in 80GB, 160GB, 320GB and 640GB capacities, it boasts lightning-fast read speeds of up to 800 MB/s and write speeds of up to 700 MB/s, making it the largest CFexpress Type-A card available. Plus, it’s shockproof and resistant to extreme temperatures, X-rays, electrostatic discharges and UV light – a truly unbeatable combination! Highly recommended!

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5. ProGrade Digital Cobalt CFexpress Type A Card

  • Max Read Speed: 800 MB/s
  • Max Write Speed: 700 MB/s
  • Min Write Speed: 400 MB/s
  • 160GB Storage Capacity
  • Limited 3-Year Warranty

The ProGrade Digital Cobalt CFexpress Type A card offers outstanding speeds of up to 800 MB/s read and 700 MB/s write – plus, its minimum write speed is guaranteed to stay above 400 MB/s, enabling you to effortlessly capture high-resolution 4K, 6K and 8K videos and more. Even though its metal shell or casing isn’t as robust as Sony cards, it can still handle extreme temperatures with ease and offers superior thermal conductivity.

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6. Exascend Essential CFexpress Type A Card

  • Max Read Speed: 800 MB/s
  • Max Write Speed: 700 MB/s

The Exascend Essential CFexpress Type A Cards, boasting capacities of 120GB, 180GB and 240GB, enable lightning-fast write speeds of up to 700MB/s and read speeds of up to 800MB/s, making them the perfect choice for capturing 8K RAW footage without any hiccups. Moreover, the cards provide enough storage capacity to make sure photographers and filmmakers never have to worry about running out of space while on the move.

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Best SD Cards for Sony a7S III

1. Kingston Canvas React Plus UHS-II SDXC Card (V90)

Kingston Canvas React Plus UHS-II SD Card Key Specifications:

  • Bus Speed: UHS-II
  • Video Speed Class: V90
  • Max Read Speed: 300 MB/s
  • Max Write Speed: 260 MB/s
  • Min Write Speed: 90 MB/s
  • Capacities: 32GB (SDHC), 64GB, 128GB, 256GB (SDXC)
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty

The Kingston Canvas React Plus UHS-II SD Card is a must-have for any photographer who needs a fast, reliable and affordable UHS-II SD card! Not only is it a great deal, but it can even rival Sony SF-G Tough cards in performance – and at around 40% less, it comes in capacities of up to 256GB, making it the best and most economical choice around. Highly recommended!

For capturing ultra-high resolution 8K, 4K, and Full HD videos as well as stunning photographs, the Kingston Canvas React Plus UHS-II SDXC card is the perfect choice. Boasting maximum read rates of 300 MB/s and maximum write speeds of 260 MB/s, this card is sure to give you lightning-fast results. It can also stand up to temperatures from -13 to 185°F, and with its V90 Video Speed Class rating ensuring minimum write speeds of at least 90 MB/s, it comes with a limited lifetime guarantee for added peace of mind.

If you’re seeking an SD card with top-notch reading and writing speeds, unbeatable value, superior build quality, and an assurance of lasting quality, the Kingston Canvas React Plus UHS-II SD card is your ideal choice!

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2. PNY X-PRO 90 UHS-II SD Card (V90)

PNY X-PRO 90 UHS-II SD Card (V90) Key Specifications:

  • Bus Speed: UHS-II
  • Video Speed Class: V90
  • Max Read Speed: 300 MB/s
  • Max Write Speed: 280 MB/s
  • Min Write Speed: 90 MB/s
  • Capture 8K and 4K Video
  • Capacities: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB (SDXC)
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty

The PNY X-PRO 90 UHS-II SD Card (V90) is a great pick for those looking for a UHS-II SD card with high-end performance and an affordable price tag. Featuring read speeds of up to 300 MB/s and write speeds of up to 280 MB/s, this card is perfect for 8K and 4K video, raw and sequential burst images, and more. The V90 speed class designation guarantees read and write speeds will never fall below 90 MB/s. Plus, its cost is similar to that of the Kingston Canvas React Plus UHS-II SDXC card. With its great performance and cost, this is definitely an excellent choice!

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3. Sony SF-G Tough UHS-II SD Card (V90)

Sony SF-G Tough UHS-II SD Card Key Specifications:

  • Bus Speed: UHS-II
  • Video Speed Class: V90
  • Max Read Speed: 300 MB/s
  • Max Write Speed: 299 MB/s
  • Min Write Speed: 90 MB/s
  • Capacities: 32GB, 64GB, 128GB

The Sony SF-G Tough UHS-II SD Card is the ultimate choice for those who demand the best. Boasting incredibly fast read speeds of up to 300 MB/s and write speeds of up to 299 MB/s, it is the perfect companion for capturing continuous shutter bursts, rapid shooting, and 8K, 6K, and 4K video recording. Additionally, the robust design is made to last: able to endure drops up to 16.4′ / 5m, survive immersion in water for 72 hours, and withstanding X-ray, dust, magnet, and anti-static proof, plus UV light and temperature extremes ranging from -13 to 185°F.

If money is no object, why not invest in a Sony SF-G Tough UHS-II SD Card? With its guaranteed reliability, you can’t go wrong! The only downside is that it may be a bit costly, but if you’re willing to take the plunge, you won’t be disappointed!

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4. SanDisk Extreme PRO UHS-II SD Card (V90)

SanDisk Extreme PRO UHS-II SD Card Key Specifications:

  • Bus Speed: UHS-II
  • Video Speed Class: V90
  • Max Read Speed: 300 MB/s
  • Max Write Speed: 260 MB/s
  • Min Write Speed: 90 MB/s
  • Capacities: 32GB, 64GB, 128GB
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty

This SanDisk Extreme Pro SDXC UHS-II card is a top-of-the-line choice for UHS-II SD cards. Perfect for capturing raw images and continuous shutter bursts, it offers a flawless cinematic quality for 8K, 4K and Full HD recording. Not only that, it’s shock-resistant, water-resistant, and x-ray-proof, and comes with a lifetime limited warranty for extra peace of mind.

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5. ProGrade Digital UHS-II SDXC Card (V90)

ProGrade Digital UHS-II SDXC Card Key Specifications:

  • Bus Speed: UHS-II
  • Video Speed Class: V90
  • Max Read Speed: 300 MB/s
  • Max Write Speed: 250 MB/s
  • Min Write Speed: 90 MB/s
  • Capacities: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, 512GB

The ProGrade Digital UHS-II SDXC Card (V90) is an amazing choice for 6K, 5K, 4K, UHD 4K, and high bit rate MPEG-4 video, as well as raw photos and rapid-fire bursts. Its wide range of capacities – 64GB up to 512GB – make it perfect for shooters who need a big capacity and speedy speeds. There’s no doubt that this card is highly recommended!

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6. Delkin Devices Power UHS-II SDXC Card (V90)

Delkin Devices Power UHS-II SDXC Card Key Specifications:

  • Bus Speed: UHS-II
  • Video Speed Class: V90
  • Max Read Speed: 300 MB/s
  • Max Write Speed: 250 MB/s
  • Min Write Speed: 90 MB/s
  • Capacities: 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, 256GB
  • Water / Shock / X-Ray Proof

Delkin Devices’ Power UHS-II SD card is a great buy with impressive maximum performance, with data transfer speeds of up to 300 MB/s reading and 250 MB/s writing. What’s more, Delkin cards come with an in-built error corrector for added reliability, plus a lifetime warranty and a 48-hour replacement guarantee.

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7. Sony SF-M Tough UHS-II SDXC Card (V60)

  • UHS-II / V60 / U3 / Class 10
  • Max Read Speed: 277 MB/s
  • Max Write Speed: 150 MB/s

If you want to maximize storage without spending a fortune, why not try a slower V60 memory card? It’s still compatible with all Sony a7S III bitrates, like the Sony SF-M Tough UHS-II SDXC Card – meaning you can save money and still get the capacity you need!

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8. ProGrade Digital UHS-II SDXC Card (V60)

  • UHS-II / V60 / U3 / Class 10
  • Max Read Speed: 250 MB/s
  • Max Write Speed: 130 MB/s
  • Min Write Speed: 60 MB/s

If you’re looking to save money, the ProGrade Digital UHS-II SDXC Card (V60) is a great budget-friendly choice! Plus, it’s designed to survive harsh conditions – temperatures ranging from -13°F to 185°F, X-ray and shockproof – and is backed by a limited 3-year warranty.

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