Best Memory Cards for Sony FX30 & FX3 Video - BEST SD Cards & CFexpress Type A Cards for 4K Video

[@CamberFilmSchool]

🎥 What camera are you rocking?📸

[@octavianflorin7182]

Fx3, you can recomand some luts for her. Thx

[@CamberFilmSchool]

I just use the ones in camera when recording in any kind of log. I don’t typically use LUTs though. I do the grading myself.

[@Tobirama_isHimju]

Fx30! I'm taking the plunge and buying the Sony 80GB CF Express. I'll just keep my external with me and transfer and keep going if I need to.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Awesome! 👍

[@ahmadmallard]

I just picked up the fx30. I originally ordered the 80GB, but once I looked at your math, I canceled the order. I'm going to need much more to capture my children's basketball games and track meets.

[@VideoJTS]

Just wanted to say I graduated with a digital media degree recently and just got a new job as a videographer. For this job I had to spec out an entire camera setup since their video department was lacking. I've done a ridiculous amount of research on the FX30 and I really appreciate this video a lot. I never knew any of this information about cards before. I built a purchase order list that had Express cards on there and after watching your video, I'm about to save some money and hassle. Also, I really appreciate you taking the time to respond to everyone's questions on this comment section. It further solidified some decisions I have made regarding the FX30 and how I want to use it with future projects. Thanks man!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

No problem! Glad I was able to help with that. I just use V90s because I have no need for those highest settings.

[@ahmadmallard]

I watched this video and cancelled my amazon order... lol. I'm learning on the fly. Thanks for sharing.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Glad to help!

[@danielkondra107]

Dude I rarely like a video, I went to Jason Morris's video and a lot of info that isn't helpful. You went straight to the point in half the time, and provided so much useful information, subbed and like the vid!!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Awesome to hear! I don't like wasting my time so I try not to waste others' time either.

[@CannedFishFiles]

Thanks bud, you spelled it out. Got my head spinning building a rig and worrying about every contingency. I had no bandwidth left for squinting at the charts!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

😂 Glad to help!

[@Eliud182]

Thank you for going straight to the point :) you rock dude

[@CamberFilmSchool]

No problem! 😉

[@MaxKiefer]

Thanks for this Video! Helped me a lot!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

👍

[@VisualDiariesofJoy]

so helpful!! thank youuu ✨✨

[@CamberFilmSchool]

😉

[@onnie1968]

Thanx bro :) full of cool facts and info, I haven't had to buy the newer speed cards as yet.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

No problem! 👍

[@Offgridyurtliving]

Great video!! Just what I wanted to know! Can be confusing when you are just starting.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

I know what you mean!

[@Nukstar123]

Nice vid Brody 👍🏽

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thx!

[@yoshi-movies]

Thanks for this good explanation!!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome! 👍

[@erick.gazbel]

thanks, this saved me (for now) for spending 700 usd in memory cards. ill go for 2 sd UHS-II 'til I save enough $ for the CF Express cards. No S&Q for me yet.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Glad to help! I never use S&Q anyways. I prefer just shooting whatever I want in slow motion at a higher frame rate and then slow it down myself in editing. You have more control over the style of the shots that way and can do things like speed ramps into and out of the slow motion parts instead of only being able to do what the camera processes for you.

[@kidcoma1340]

@@CamberFilmSchool Speedramping the slomo footage from S&Q is the same process though, you're only speeding it up instead of down

[@CamberFilmSchool]

👍

[@houghmadefood]

@@CamberFilmSchool how can you disable the S&Q mode when it is there in the settings?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

S&Q is a separate mode that you record in. Theres no disabling it. Just record in one of the regular video modes.

[@KristianPage]

Thanks mate, great help!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

No problem! 👍

[@zewsuz1025]

Just ordered a FX3. I’m planning on shooting in XAVC S-I in mostly 25fps but i will also be shooting a fair amount in 50, 60 and 120fps. My plan was to get a 320GB CFe, but now i’m thinking it won’t be enough? I’ll only need enough space for a day of shooting, and for me a day of shooting is approx. 1-3 hrs of footage. This means that the 320GB won’t be enough right? But the 640GB is so damn expensive 😢 I’m also thinking about getting a V90 256GB for when i shoot at 25fps, and then a 160GB for the slowmotion shots. It’s possible to setup shooting modes with framerates and cards so i won’t have to switch manually every time, right? I don’t know what to do 😅… I have the money for the 640GB CFe, but it could be nice to save some money now when i’m already dropping so much cash on a FX3 and rigging/accessories.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

If you think you’ll need the 640GB then you’ll actually save more in the long run by getting it now instead of realizing later that you need it after you bought other ones that don’t meet your needs and end up buying it anyways. Yes you can set up multiple modes. You can preset video selections with frame rates, shutter speeds, ISO, White balance, etc.

[@hungryhippoZz]

What’d you end up going with?

[@jillianbarger8255]

Thanks for the info!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

No problem! 😉

[@yaxinmao1]

this was really helpful, thanks!!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Glad to help!

[@TheTurnerBot]

Do you recommend the card reader and the rechargeable battery or should the card reader itself be good enough for now? I clicked your link and I see an option for the card reader with a battery pack as well.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Really, you don’t need either. You can always transfer files straight from the camera through the USB-C port. You can also charge the camera that way.

[@wesco_taubert]

wow ! THIS WAS , REALLY HELPFUL....WOW .....thaaaaaaaaanks !!!!!!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Glad to help!

[@david_walle]

Excellent thank you!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

👍

[@axelguerrero9329]

Hi! Great vídeo! Will the fx30 work with a SSD instead of a cfexpress type a?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Do you mean trying to record straight to an SSD? I’ve never tried that, and not sure why you’d want to. You’d have to figure out a way to rig it to your camera.

[@johnandrewabala3879]

thanks man!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome! 👍

[@philliptamez]

Off topic, but what lifting setup are you using in this video? Looks nice and crisp and doesn’t have a “blueish” tint but a warmer look to it

[@CamberFilmSchool]

I’m assuming you meant lighting setup. I actually have a video on the light I use: kzbin.info/www/bejne/imaniXl9oKuNqNU

[@joeakestudiosstudiob9300]

Well done this will really help the newbie’s.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks!

[@joeakestudiosstudiob9300]

@@CamberFilmSchool I just received a FX30 if I can answer any questions you might think of so fire away. You may not have any based on the fact you have a FX3 however let me know if I can help. I also have PWX-Z280 ENG style of camcorder it’s a small 3 chip monster.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Sounds good. I’ll let ya know! 😉

[@AZFERCustoms]

dude I really liked your video! To record in EI cinema and normal modes of slog-3 on the fx30, is the lexar 128gb 2000 okay?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Is it a V60 or V90 card?

[@AZFERCustoms]

@@CamberFilmSchool just bought the v90 as you recommend me

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Yep, that’ll work. 😉

[@pikuvideo5273]

HEI! great video, probably late to the party but with my two FX30, there is no way to hit those 1200Mbps. If I record S-I 120fps in S&Q I get around 600Mb, or 75-85 MB a secondo of vídeo. therefore, When I see that V90 cannot record S&Q despite havind 250MB os writting speed my head hurts,.... Is ther something I´ve been donig wrong? thank you fro the video, it was clear and informative, I hope you read this and try it yourself so we can learn!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

It’s because that 250MB/s is a “burst” write speed. For things like rapid shot photos in sport mode. When it comes to video what you care about is “sustained” write speed which is what the V90 stands for. 90MB/s or 720mb/s.

[@vladibarraza]

There are great teachers on KZbin.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Yep

[@filipet.4551]

fantastic, thank you

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome! 😉

[@B.Alejandro]

This is very helpful! Thank you. Am I wrong if I think that a V60 will be enough to shoot at 4K 50/60fps in XAVC S and XAVC HS 4.2.2 10-Bit? - no S&Q or higher fps than 60 Thank you again.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

I don’t remember the bitrate off hand. Do you know how many Mbps that mode is recording?

[@andreathode3782]

Sonys website says yes, its good enough for XAVCS 4K50/60p 200MBit. I myself moved from v90 to v60 because of that.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thx!

[@TheFandangovideoguy]

@@andreathode3782 hi there. sorry to bother you...I'm about to get a FX30 (I have a Sony A6400) and I just can't afford the CF express cards! aye caramba! Did you try using v60 cards? I don't need 120fps yet so the max will be 4k60 up to 200MB-this is plenty of quality. For sure also 4k24 and 4k30. Did you try the v60? How long would a 128GB card last in 4k60 at 200MB? any issues? I would hate for the card to stop in the middle of a wedding ceremony! I know I should get the CF express but not yet...I would need 4 in total..thanks so much

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Yes, you can shoot 4K 4:2:2 10 Bit up to 60 fps when using the XAVC S mode with a V60 card. But if you want to use the XAVC S-I (highest quality interframe recording option) then you’ll need a V90 card. But if you’re shooting weddings, I’d go with 256GB cards.

[@gardengraffiti]

Dude question for you. Like many others I don’t want to pay a bajillion dollars for those super expensive Type A memory cards. 

If I don’t need to shoot above 30fps, can I get away with V60 cards (there are SDXC, and U3 cards) and still achieve the absolute highest video quality?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Yes, that should work. You just won’t have the option of using the highest quality Slow motion.

[@Ashwa3D]

i have to shoot at 4k 120fps, which card will you recommend for FX3. I am currently eyeing on the sony V90 cards, but are there any other brands you would recommend? And yes I have to use it for S&Q as well. Thanks

[@CamberFilmSchool]

If you’re wanting to shoot at the highest quality modes then a V90 won’t be enough. You’ll need to get the CF Express card.

[@Ashwa3D]

@@CamberFilmSchool thank you for taking your time to reply. Are there any brands you would recommend For CFexpress Type A cards that is fully compatible with the FX3?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

@Ashwa3D the Sony cards are the best bet since they literally make these cards for the a7Siii & FX3, which were the first cameras to compatible with CFExpress type A: amzn.to/47eYWzK

[@KVPRODUCTIONS]

I have a v90 but it won’t let me record in 4k 120, idk why 😒

[@CamberFilmSchool]

That’s one of the settings you need the CFExpress card to use.

[@DavidLuke-su2kp]

What setting would be ideal for SD cards that are 256gb 190 MB/s V30?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

If you’re only using a V30 card you just won’t be able to access the higher bitrate options. Select what you want to use, and if the memory card isn’t fast enough the camera will let you know.

[@AsifAhmedAdabtheband7]

I m indian wedding cinematographer So which camera is best for me Sony a7c or fx30 ?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

For weddings I’d go with the a7C. The FX30 has a lot more video features and higher bitrates for video, but I’d rather have that full frame sensor for run and gun stuff like at weddings and all the low light situations you’ll run into. I used the a7iii for years at weddings (which has all the same video recording modes as the a7C) and it was great.

[@Offgridyurtliving]

What are your thoughts on this card : ProGrade Digital 256GB CFexpress Type B Memory Card (Gold) I know you mentioned type A card but would this type B card work great for everything?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

NO!!! Don’t get a CFExpress type B card with any of these Sony cameras. It’s a complete different type of card that is a lot larger (physically) and will NOT fit in the SD/CFExpress type A slots on these cameras.

[@Offgridyurtliving]

@@CamberFilmSchool ok thanks so much!!

[@Offgridyurtliving]

@@CamberFilmSchool what are you thoughts on the Sandisk brand cards cause theres a deal on them for the 128g cards and it looks like the same specs as the pro grade 128g v90 300MB/s. Regular same price but sandisk is 30$ less right now. Also what about this one? Lexar Professional 2000x 256GB SDXC UHS-II Memory Card, C10, U3, V90, Full-HD & 8K Video, Up to 300MB/s Read, for DSLR, Cinema-Quality Video cameras . It’s cheaper by 100$ than the prograde ones

[@CamberFilmSchool]

I’ve never used them but I’m sure the Sandisk works fine cause it’s a good brand. I’ve been using the Lexar V90s in mind for a couple years with no problems.

[@Offgridyurtliving]

@@CamberFilmSchool ok awesome thanks! Cause it seems like the best deal right now would be the Lexar 256g cause its only 250$ and sandisk and prograde are 325+ for same size card. Final question lol … What would you recommend for third party batteries/charger. I have in my amazon cart : K&F 2 pack with charger 80$ or BM premium 4 pack with charger 120$ or Neewer 3 pack with charger 103$

[@oldmanhendo7183]

So is it really even worth it to spend the crazy amounts of money on the CFexpress type A cards? What’s the actual benefit of shooting at the highest S&Q modes? I’m kinda new to this stuff so I’m extremely confused here lol

[@CamberFilmSchool]

I don’t think so. I just use the V90 cards with mine.

[@oldmanhendo7183]

@@CamberFilmSchool would you mind briefly explaining what the S&Q mode even is? I’m confused on that

[@CamberFilmSchool]

It’s basically a way to set up being able to record slow motion or Timelapse videos faster. But I prefer to just set up my own saved profiles for how I want to record videos to be slowed down later.

[@oldmanhendo7183]

@@CamberFilmSchool gotcha. So we can still do 4K 120fps though as long as we don’t use the S&Q mode?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Yes you can in the XAVC S mode. But if you want XAVC S-I, then you’ll be capped at 60fps.

[@bubbletea7436]

So i have a Canon EOS450D, but im not sure which memory card is the best and is 128GB ok for it?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

What’s it’s max recording bitrate?

[@bubbletea7436]

@@CamberFilmSchool Im not sure but i searched online and the maximum should be 32GB is it correct?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

I was just looking and from what I found, the 450D can’t shoot video. My memory card suggestions are based on video features.

[@eliudneira7681]

Hi ! with the cf express type A its able to record RAW video? or that its just via an external monitor? thanks

[@CamberFilmSchool]

That’s only external.

[@astrofilmsproduction2135]

Kingston Canvas React Plus SDXC UHS-II U3 V90 SDR2/128GB - This one will be good for Sony fx3?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

It’s good for all the modes up to V90 speeds.

[@Antoniomorales-xs9tk]

Bro, i’m thinking about buying a Lexar cfexpress type A 80 gb OR an lexar sd v90 128 gb Which one you think it’s better?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

I’d go with the V90. All you get out of the CFexpress is the ability to shoot the highest quality S&Q mode, but at 80 GBs that’s not gonna last long. I use the Lexar V90 128GB.

[@ScottyInVancouver]

Does v90 be ok for 4k120p as well? If I plan to do timelapse would it be ok?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

It’s ok for 4K 120 as long as it’s the actual recording mode and not the S&Q mode. I think you should be good on the Timelapse.

[@ScottyInVancouver]

@@CamberFilmSchool so I guess I can't use S&Q for timelapse with v90? Is it possible to shoot timelapse in lower resolution instead ?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

I prefer actually setting up a Timelapse using pictures rather than sped up video. It takes up less space and you can be WAY more creative with it.

[@rahulmalviya68]

Sar Sony FX 30 launching in India date & best lens zoom .2.8 lens 🙋

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Is that a question?

[@filipedeoliveira5196]

Damn, what a wonderful video!!! One doubt: CF Express Type A cards from Lexar are infinitely cheaper than the same cards from Sony. Should I avoid the Lexar branded CF Express Type A? And the CF Express card readers of this brand, are they also reliable?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

I didn’t know Lexar was making CF Express type A cards now so I don’t actually have any experience with them. I’ve never had any issues with Lexar SD cards though. That’s what I’m using now. You can always transfer straight from the camera to your computer through USB-C and just skip the card reader.

[@JaquesMarcondes]

Excellent video... I will make course videos... 40 minute average makeup... and other professionals.. where the time will give more than 40 minutes... which card to buy.... I'm not a professional, I'm going to start now in this area of ​​videos. should I record the videos in 4k, which rate is better 24, 30, 60... so I know which card to buy, so I don't spend too much.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

That’s pretty much what I do with my KZbin videos most of the time. Shooting @ 4K 24fps for 30-60 minutes. With that, this pair of Lexar V60 sd cards will do the trick ( amzn.to/3gQ6xyv ). But if you want the ability to use those higher 4K frame rates, you’ll want a pair of V90s ( amzn.to/3Nl13be ) which is what I use.

[@JaquesMarcondes]

the v90 can record the maximum quality of the fx30. or only CFEXPRESS... is it capable?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

V90 can shoot all the normal video modes. But you’ll need the CF for the highest quality S&Q modes.

[@legendaryactionwrestling915]

Can I use the Ninja V for 4K Slow motion ?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You can just shoot 60 or 120 fps in camera and just slow it down in a 24 fps timeline. You don’t need extra equipment.

[@Nextro_Explained]

Angelbird - AV PRO CFexpress B SE - 1 TB . can this sd card ke shoot in 4k S-1 formet in sony a6700. sony c express sd cards are to expensive.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

If it’s a V90 card then you’re good.

[@TomMeny]

will the v60 cards not be ok if you're doing anything other than the S&Q modes?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’ll be able to do 4K 24/30 fps in the highest mode with V60 cards, but you won’t be able to do higher than that without V90.

[@TheFandangovideoguy]

@@CamberFilmSchool ah ok...no 4k60 200MBs with V60 cards...ok

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You can in XAVC S but not in XAVC S-I.

[@TheFandangovideoguy]

@@CamberFilmSchool I think this XAVC S is the codec I would use the most. Is the same I have used with my a6400 and a7iiii at 100mbsa and the quality has been really nice so 200 mbs should be a little better. The other two formats may be problematic in editing...don't need them yet!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

I’d agree with that. I rarely use XAVC S-I because it does take forever to render. I’d probably use it only when filming a short film or something like that where everything is planned and I’m not going to be recording for hours like a wedding.

[@IsaacGarcia-uh6hh]

I’m looking into a FX3 or a7s3 but can’t choose

[@CamberFilmSchool]

If you’re focused on video then I’d get the FX3. I’ve had both cameras and like the FX3 way better.

[@valeriomazzanti8681]

fx 30 upgrading to 2.0 reads lexar sd 128gb 270mb/s 1800x class 10 uhs-ii v60 and sd uhs-ii 128gb v60: write speed up to 130mb/s and read speed 250mb/s or sdxc prograde v60 uhs- the 128gb ?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Is this a question?

[@adrianortega2044]

I just received my a6700 what sd card do you recommend.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

If you want to be able to shoot in every mode then you’ll need a V90 card. This is the one I use: amzn.to/3OkBBU5

[@adrianortega2044]

@@CamberFilmSchool even 4k 120fps. Sorry just starting my camara journey and just received my a6700 and wana shoot in every mode. Thanks 🙏🏻

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Based on the the manual, a V90 should be sufficient.

[@adrianortega2044]

@@CamberFilmSchool thank you 🙏🏻

[@CamberFilmSchool]

👍

[@peterkertesz4425]

Found this is well! I am going with this car SDR2 SDXC 300MB UHS-II 128G CANVAS React Plus SDR2/128GB. V90 Just to be clear, this card should be enough if I shoot in 4K 24 / 60 / 120 frames , as long as I don't use S&Q mode, right? Thanks

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Yea, it should be good since it’s V90. I’ve never used that kind so please check back in and let me know how it works!👍

[@TooMuch__2]

v90 is good enough for HS 4k in S&Q. Right?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

It depends on the frame rate you’re using.

[@Hadithwissenschaften]

hi, i am trying to get crispy clear video quality as in your video "best memory cards" but i cant. I have fx3 with sigma 24-70 lense and record in 4k slog3. Can you check my latest video and let me know what you think and where the problem may be? settings oder video edit? I dont do the edit...

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Can you link the video?

[@Hadithwissenschaften]

@@CamberFilmSchool kzbin.info/www/bejne/apnTqWemmNeBnq8&ab_channel=Hadithwissenschaften Sorry this was recorded with sony 85mm lense.

[@philliptamez]

Where can I actually order one of these cameras ? Lol..everywhere seems to be out of stock.. Directly from Sony website maybe? 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Perhaps? More people are probably buying them now that there are multiple cameras that are compatible.

[@philliptamez]

@@CamberFilmSchool sorry for the confusion I meant one of the cameras lol

[@unstableentropy5477]

So I was looking into upgrading my sd cards since I have been having this weird issue with Sonys proxy files (FX3) where some just won’t be there anymore and it makes it much more frustrating to edit. I have V60 cards from Sony and they work great for shooting XAVC at 200Mbs. Has anyone else had the proxy disappearing issue? I rather not have to shoot in All-I but if it makes editing better and better quality. I just don’t want to have to drop a couple hundred on 4 V90 cards. thanks anyone who can help :)

[@CamberFilmSchool]

I’m not totally sure because I never shoot with proxy files. How come you’d need 4 cards instead of just 2?

[@Desifactoryharyanvi]

Can Sony FX30 take photos?

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Yea.

[@Dominique_AXE]

I have the 80GB with same writing speed and i still get error message

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Have you formatted the card in the camera?

[@Dominique_AXE]

@@CamberFilmSchool i thought I did because it erased some content

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Which nice are you trying to shoot? And what type of 80GB card is it?

[@tyronwaas]

This is very helpful! Thank you. 🤗

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome!