Nextorage Introduces CFexpress Type A Memory Cards, Review

I've been using Nextorage's CFexpress Type A cards for a few months, trusting them for my most important shoots, including the total solar eclipse and my daughter's university graduation.

Review: Nextorage CFexpress Type A Memory Card

From Nextorage:

CFexpress™ Type A Memory Card NX-A1PRO Series/NX-A1SE Series Now on Sale Nextorage Corporation

(President: Katsuyuki Honda; Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan) announces the release of the NX-A1PRO and NX-A1SE series of CFexpress Type A memory cards on 9th May 2024 at Amazon.com.

NX-A1PRO Series

• NX-A1SE1920G Best-in-class read and write speeds of up to 950 MB/s and 950 MB/s, respectively [1] [2]
• Minimum continuous write speed of 850 MB/s for high-speed continuous shooting [1] [2]
• Stable high-speed continuous shooting and movie recording with our unique low power consumption technology
• VPG400 compatible

NX-A1SE Series

• Best-in-class read up to 950 MB/s[1], write up to 950 MB/s[1]
• High-capacity lineup for long time video recording
• VPG200 compatible

In the photographic and imaging industry, where camera performance continues to evolve and image quality and resolution continue to increase, we are launching the CFexpress Type A memory cards to meet the needs for recording video and still images at the highest image quality.

Expands its product portfolio for professional imaging with the addition of CFexpress Type A memory cards to its existing SD memory card and CFexpress Type B memory card products. We are expanding our product lineup for consumers to meet the photographic needs of more customers.

The NX-A1PRO series is a CFexpress Type A memory card for professional users who handle high-speed continuous shooting and high bit-rate video.

Best-in-class write/read speeds.

The maximum transfer rate of 950 MB/s for both write and read, the highest level in its class, and the minimum continuous write speed of 850 MB/s are achieved. [1] [3] The number of consecutive shots possible during high-speed continuous shooting has been increased, and the buffer memory release time has been shortened. This reduces the number of missed shots at the desired moment.

Dynamic Auto Power Save, a unique low-power consumption technology that stabilizes video recording.

Nextorage's unique power saving technology, "Dynamic Auto Power Save," reduces power consumption by up to 88% compared to the case without.[1]

In addition to reducing power consumption during video recording, thermal throttling* is also suppressed by reducing the temperature rise of the card itself. (*Thermal throttling: a control function that attenuates the transfer rate to prevent thermal runaway)

This enables stable video recording.

It also reduces the camera's battery consumption, which contributes to extending the available shooting time.[1]

VPG400 compliant, as required for professional video shooting.

All capacities comply with the Video Performance Guarantee VPG400 (minimum guaranteed continuous write speed: 400 MB/s). It has the specifications required for professional video recording.

Abundant lineup of capacities for various applications

80 GB/160 GB capacity lineup for high-speed continuous shooting of still images and VPG200 for video shooting requiring.

High capacity 320 GB/640 GB available.

The CFexpress Type A is now available to professional users who have not yet used the CFexpress Type A. We want our customers to experience the performance of our 40GB capacity at an affordable price.

The NX-A1SE series is a CFexpress Type A memory card for video creators who shoot long, high-quality videos.

Best-in-class write/read speeds.

Achieves a class-leading maximum write/read transfer rate of 950 MB/s. [1] Reduces data transfer time after shooting.

High-capacity lineup for long-time video recording

The high-capacity lineup of 480 GB,960 GB and 1,920 GB supports long-time movie recording, and is ideal for switching from SD cards, as it dramatically improves shooting time and data transfer speeds compared to SDXC UHS-II memory cards.

VPG200 compliant for stable, high quality video recording

All capacities comply with the Video Performance Guarantee VPG200 (guaranteed minimum continuous write speed: 200 MB/s). It has the specifications required for professional video recording.

Durability[3]

Both the NX-A1PRO and NX-A1SE series are durable and come with a 5-year warranty in accordance with CompactFlash Association regulations.

Heat resistance: -10 °C to 70 °C (guaranteed operating temperature)

Shock resistance (EIA-364-27A compliant)

X-ray resistant (ISO7816-1 compliant)

UV resistant (ISO7816-1 compliant)

Magnetic resistance (based on Nextorage's own testing)

Electrostatic resistance (conforms to IEC 61000-4-2)

Sales Price and Sales Information

NXA1PRO & A1SE series will be available at the Amazon.com Nextorage store, from May, 2024

Selling price

NX-A1PRO Series

NX-A1PRO640G $749.99
NX-A1PRO320G $439.99
NX-A1PRO160G $229.99
NX-A1PRO80G $164.99
NX-A1PRO40G $89.99

NX-A1SE series

NX-A1SE1920G $899.99
NX-A1SE960G $499.99
NX-A1SE480GB $199.99

Orders

Nextorage CFexpress Type A Memory Cards are available at Amazon.

Note:

[1] Capacity is shown as 1 trillion bytes equals 1 TB and 1 billion bytes equals 1 GB. Actual usable space will be less than indicated due to the system file area.

[2] Data speed under our specified conditions. Speeds may vary depending on measurement conditions.

[3] All durability values are based on Nextorage test conditions. IEC degree of protection IP6X: Proven to be totally impervious to dust.

IEC degree of protection IP5X: Proven to be impervious to dust to the extent that it can cause harm.

IEC degree of protection IPX8: No water ingress after 72 hours of submersion in tap water at room temperature at a depth of 5 m.

IEC degree of protection IPX7: No water ingress after 30 minutes of temporary submersion in tap water at room temperature at a constant depth of 1 m. Insertion and extraction resistance: The UHS-I connector has passed 10,000 insertion and extraction tests. Insertion/withdrawal resistance: Has passed 10,000 times insertion/withdrawal test with UHS-I connector.

X-ray/UV resistance: Complies with ISO7816-1 international standard.

Electrostatic discharge resistance: ±15kV in an air discharge has been verified in accordance with IEC61000-4-2 specified by IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission). 2,500 gauss is equivalent to about 30,000 times stronger than the electromagnetic field emitted by a typical microwave oven. Design, specifications and prices are subject to change without notice.