4K, RAW, and Precise

Photo by Marco Solorio of OneRiver Media, professional user of Wise CFast 2.0 cards

Revolutionary 4K RAW Shooting

Wise CFast™ 2.0 memory cards are designed for the modern professional broadcaster, videographer and photographer. The card provides write speeds of up to 450 MB/s and data transfer rates of up to 525 MB/s with video performance guarantee (VPG130) support. This means you can capture 4K RAW*4 and high-res bursts of continuous shooting with ease. In addition, the world's first 1TB large capacity card offers non-stop recording for your masterpiece.

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Speeds of up to 525 MB/s read and 450 MB/s write

The high-speed performance of the card pushes the SATA 3.0 interface to the limit. Write speeds of up to 450 MB/s allow you to easily capture multiple burst of continuous shooting. The card offers read speeds of up to 525 MB/s, so you can transfer large RAW files and high-res images in a matter of seconds.

VPG-130 support for cinematic 4K video

This card also supports the Video Performance Guarantee (VPG-130) specification for 4K video recording. It ensures write speeds of at least 130 MB/s for a smoother stream without dropping frames.

Non-stop recording time

The large capacity, up to 512GB, provides ample space for continuous hi-res 4K RAW footage. Filmmakers can now shoot longer without frequently changing cards.

Ultimate durability

Wise Advanced CFast™ 2.0 cards are water-proof, dust-proof, shock-proof, and can be operated in temperatures ranging from 32°F to 158°F (0°C to 70°C).

FAQ

An upgraded version of CompactFlash cards with faster speed, mainly used in professional video cameras.

In formal definition, CFast 2.0 is a removable media standard based on SATA III interface limited to 600 MB/s, which was introduced by the CompactFlash Association in 2012 for both industrial and professional imaging and video markets. For more information please visit (https://compactflash.org/industry-standards/).

It signifies the memory card has a minimum sustainable write speed of at least 130 MB/s.

According to the CFA association, Video Performance Guarantee (VPG) is a minimum guaranteed speed specification for writing continuous data streams from applications. The VPG specification is designed for stable high-res video recording (in Pro DSLR and Pro video cameras). This can ensure that the video stream will be saved without interruptions or dropping frames. The VPG Logo is a “Clapper Board” with a number inside that specifies the minimum guaranteed write speed.

*Filmmakers, please note!! Our friends at Canon emphasized that it is important to have the VPG-130 standard for your card to prevent dropped frames during recording.

No, it won’t work because the connectors for each card are completely different. Feed your camera the right card.

Yes, the Wise CFast 2.0 cards are listed on the Blackmagic Design site in the list of recommended cards. Please visit their Support page for more info.

Yes, the Wise CFast 2.0 cards work with them. The 1TB supports around 2 hours of 4K Cinema RAW Light movie on the C200.

No, at this moment ARRI cameras only support tested media. Please check certified CFast 2.0 media HERE.

They are not yet officially approved to be used on the R3D video yet, but the Wise 512GB works fine according to user feedback. For approved media please see HERE.

Model
Capacity
Max Read
Max Write
Min Sustained Write
Form Factor
Interface
NAND Flash
  • CFA-2560
    256GB
    510 MB/s
    450 MB/s
    130 MB/s
    CFast 2.0
    SATA III
    MLC
  • CFA-5120
    512GB
    525 MB/s
    450 MB/s
    130 MB/s
    CFast 2.0
    SATA III
    MLC
Dimensions 36 x 43 x 3.3 mm
Weight 0.02 lbs / 10 g
Operating Temperature 32°F to 158°F (0°C to 70°C)
Storage Temperature -40°F to 185°F (-25°C to 85°C)
Warranty 2 year manufacturer warranty

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Disclosure

  1. Up to 525 MB/s read transfer, write speeds lower. Speeds based on internal testing. Actual performance may vary.
  2. Highest transfer speeds achieved only when paired with a CFast™ 2.0 USB 3.1 Gen2 reader. 1MB = 1 million bytes.
  3. Some of the listed storage capacity is used for formatting and other purposes and is not available for data storage. 1GB = 1 billion bytes. x = 150 KB/s
  4. Newer 256GB, 512GB, 1TB blue cards with a letter “C” in the top right of the card sticker are recommended for Blackmagic RAW. 128GB cards are all supported. For more information please check Compatibility Guide.
  5. Product appearance and packaging may vary depending on ship date and available inventory.