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Preparations
About the Card
The following SD standard-based cards can be used.
• SD memory card, SDHC memory card, and SDXC memory card are referred to by the
generic name of card in this document.
SD memory card/
SDHC memory card/
SDXC memory card
(Maximum 512 GB)
The camera supports SDHC/SDXC memory cards compliant with
UHS Speed Class 3 of the UHS-
Ι standard.
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About motion picture/4K photo recording and speed class ratings
According to the [Rec Format] and [Rec Quality] (→151, 152) of a motion picture, the
required card differs. To record 4K photos, you need a card with a speed class rating that
supports 4K photo recording. Use a card that meets the following ratings of the SD Speed
Class or UHS Speed Class.
• SD Speed Class and UHS Speed Class are the speed standards regarding continuous
writing. Confirm the SD speed by checking the card label or other card related
materials.
[Rec Format] [Rec Quality] Speed class Label example
[AVCHD] All
Class 4 or higher
[MP4] [FHD]/[HD]
[MP4] [4K]/[High Speed Video] UHS Speed Class 3
When recording in 4K Photo /
[Post Focus]
UHS Speed Class 3
Access to the card
The access indication displays red when pictures are being recorded on the
card.
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Do not perform the following operations during access.
The camera may operate incorrectly or the card and recorded images may be damaged.
– Turn off the camera.
– Remove the battery or card.
– Subject the camera to vibration, impacts, or static electricity.
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If you set the write-protect switch to “LOCK”, you may not be able to write, delete
or format the data or display it by recording date.
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It is recommended that you copy important pictures to your computer
(as electromagnetic waves, static electricity, or faults may cause data to be
damaged).