SanDisk set a new speed record of 30MB per second for SecureDigital (SD) flash memory cards with the introduction of the SanDisk Extreme III 30MB/s Edition line of SD high capacity (SDHC) cards. The new cards, expected to be available worldwide in September in 4GB, 8GB and 16GB capacities, are designed to deliver peak performance when used with the new digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera, Nikon D90.
Featuring a 50% speed boost from previous 20MB/s cards, the new SanDisk Extreme III 30MB/s Edition SDHC card makes it possible to record 39 images in continuous shooting mode at 4.5 frames per second with a file size of 6.0MB JPEG L Fine per image. SanDisk added that the Nikon D90 camera captures high-resolution, 12.3 megapixel still images, and it is Nikon's first DSLR to offer movie recording capability.
SanDisk Extreme III SDHC 30MB/s Edition cards, which have a Class 6 performance rating, are fully backyards-compatible; working in any camera, card reader or other device that supports SDHC cards. All SanDisk Extreme III cards are capable of functioning in extreme temperatures. The cards also carry a lifetime limited warranty.
According to research firm IDC, demand for DSLR cameras is growing as users replace older models with more sophisticated options. Global sales of DSLR cameras grew by 41% last year, which was nearly twice the growth rate of the overall digital camera market worldwide.
The manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) is US$64.99 for the 4GB card, US$109.99 for the 8GB card, and US$179.99 for the 16GB card.
New SanDisk SDHC card delivers a 50% leap in speed
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