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Outlander · 01-28-2017, 05:40 PM

Just Purchased the K 1
Can anyone Recommend a SD Card for this Unit ?

many thanks

Alan

C_Jones · 01-28-2017, 06:30 PM - **1 Like**

I use Transcend sd cards. The largest capacity I have is the 64 gb, class 10, UHS-1 card. I have never had a problem with any of them. SDXC or SDHC are available at different speeds.

rawr · 01-28-2017, 06:32 PM - **1 Like**

Welcome to the forum.

I have been very happy with Sandisk Extreme Pro cards on the K-1. Usual fitout is two 32 GB Extreme Pros in the K-1. Also had good experience with Transcend SDHC R95 cards.

hcc · 01-28-2017, 07:08 PM - **1 Like**

+1 for Sandisk Extreme Pro.

A general consensus is to go for the better quality SD card(s), because there is nothing more irritating than to loose your shots because of a faulty card.

Adam · 01-28-2017, 08:01 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Outlander

Just Purchased the K 1
Can anyone Recommend a SD Card for this Unit ?

many thanks

Alan

Here's what I'd recommend, depending on how much space you need:

SanDisk 64GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Memory SDSDXXG-064G-GN4IN
SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO UHS-I SDXC Memory SDSDXXG-128G-ANCIN

128Gb is probably the way to go to be future-proof. In any case, these cards deliver optimal performance with the K-1, and they have a lifetime warranty in case they break.

**lithedreamer** · 01-28-2017, 08:16 PM - **1 Like**

I picked up three 256GB Sandisk Extreme Pro cards and they work great. I used to use the 32GB version wth my K-30, but when stepping up to the K-1, I found myself running out of space.

**jlstrawman** · 01-28-2017, 08:22 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by C_Jones

I use Transcend sd cards.

Originally posted by rawr

I have been very happy with Sandisk Extreme Pro cards

I can also recommend these two. Have never had any problem with either Transcend, nor with Sandisk.

Outlander · 01-28-2017, 09:28 PM

Thank you everyone for the replys. The Best !!

Alan

funktionsfrei · 01-29-2017, 06:16 AM - **1 Like**

Samsung Pro+

In contrast to SanDisk (now a WD subsidiary) Samsung states both read and write throughput.

The 64GB Samsung Pro+ is rated with 95 MByte/sec read and 90 MByte/sec write rate.

Prakticant · 01-29-2017, 07:57 AM - **1 Like**

I use Lexar (when at $42.30 offer):
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007BZRXK2/
and Sony (when at $39.95 offer):
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MCJPZOI/
for stills with K-3 (no issues other than SDXC exFAT file system is not directly readable with my linux-based NAS; you avoid exFAT issue with 32GB SDHC cards).
Actually, I keep 128GB SDXC card in slot 1 for RAWs (PEFs) and 32GB SDHC card for JPGs in slot 2.
I the monies were not concern, I'd go for certified waterproof (watertight) cards - might be due to my watersports hobbies

-----

Originally posted by Outlander

Can anyone recommend a SD Card

richandfleur · 07-04-2017, 06:59 AM

Originally posted by Adam

SanDisk 64GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Memory SDSDXXG-064G-GN4IN

Am looking at this for the original K-3

Any reason product SDSDXXG-064G-GN4IN wouldn't be ok for the K-3?

Thanks!

Adam · 07-05-2017, 12:23 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by richandfleur

Am looking at this for the original K-3

Any reason product SDSDXXG-064G-GN4IN wouldn't be ok for the K-3?

Thanks!

That card works just fine- I've used it many times.

Compatibility is the name of the game when it comes to the SD standard, so any SDXC card released in the future should always work with the K-3.

wanderer2 · 07-05-2017, 01:58 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Outlander

Just Purchased the K 1
Can anyone Recommend a SD Card for this Unit ?

many thanks

Alan

If you are going to be using pixel shift resolution frequently it really gobbles up SD card space, being about 160 mb per shot, so a large capacity card would be good. As to brands I've used San Disc, Sony, and PNY in my K-1 with no problems with any of them.

wanderer2 · 07-05-2017, 05:51 PM

Regarding the Lexar cards mentioned above it has been officially announced Lexar is going out of business. I'm not sure how significant this may be for a purchase at this time.

kjphilippona · 07-07-2017, 06:08 AM

SanDisk Extreme Pro, 64 and 128gb!

01-28-2017, 05:40 PM	#1
Outlander Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Easten Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,148	SD Card Just Purchased the K 1 Can anyone Recommend a SD Card for this Unit ? many thanks Alan

01-28-2017, 08:01 PM - 1 Like	#5
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Originally posted by Outlander Just Purchased the K 1 Can anyone Recommend a SD Card for this Unit ? many thanks Alan Here's what I'd recommend, depending on how much space you need: SanDisk 64GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Memory SDSDXXG-064G-GN4IN SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO UHS-I SDXC Memory SDSDXXG-128G-ANCIN 128Gb is probably the way to go to be future-proof. In any case, these cards deliver optimal performance with the K-1, and they have a lifetime warranty in case they break. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

01-28-2017, 08:16 PM - 1 Like	#6
lithedreamer Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2013 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,799	I picked up three 256GB Sandisk Extreme Pro cards and they work great. I used to use the 32GB version wth my K-30, but when stepping up to the K-1, I found myself running out of space. Last edited by lithedreamer; 01-28-2017 at 08:28 PM.

07-05-2017, 12:23 AM - 2 Likes	#12
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Originally posted by richandfleur Am looking at this for the original K-3 Any reason product SDSDXXG-064G-GN4IN wouldn't be ok for the K-3? Thanks! That card works just fine- I've used it many times. Compatibility is the name of the game when it comes to the SD standard, so any SDXC card released in the future should always work with the K-3. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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C_Jones Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NY Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,086	I use Transcend sd cards. The largest capacity I have is the 64 gb, class 10, UHS-1 card. I have never had a problem with any of them. SDXC or SDHC are available at different speeds.

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jlstrawman Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Midwest US Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,058	Originally posted by C_Jones I use Transcend sd cards. Originally posted by rawr I have been very happy with Sandisk Extreme Pro cards I can also recommend these two. Have never had any problem with either Transcend, nor with Sandisk.

01-28-2017, 09:28 PM	#8
Outlander Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Easten Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,148 Original Poster	Thank you everyone for the replys. The Best !! Alan

01-29-2017, 06:16 AM - 1 Like	#9
funktionsfrei Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Posts: 183	Samsung Pro+ In contrast to SanDisk (now a WD subsidiary) Samsung states both read and write throughput. The 64GB Samsung Pro+ is rated with 95 MByte/sec read and 90 MByte/sec write rate.

01-29-2017, 07:57 AM - 1 Like	#10
Prakticant Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 274	I use Lexar (when at $42.30 offer): www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007BZRXK2/ and Sony (when at $39.95 offer): www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MCJPZOI/ for stills with K-3 (no issues other than SDXC exFAT file system is not directly readable with my linux-based NAS; you avoid exFAT issue with 32GB SDHC cards). Actually, I keep 128GB SDXC card in slot 1 for RAWs (PEFs) and 32GB SDHC card for JPGs in slot 2. I the monies were not concern, I'd go for certified waterproof (watertight) cards - might be due to my watersports hobbies ----- Originally posted by Outlander Can anyone recommend a SD Card

07-04-2017, 06:59 AM	#11
richandfleur Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Palmerston North, New Zealand Photos: Albums Posts: 1,788	Originally posted by Adam SanDisk 64GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Memory SDSDXXG-064G-GN4IN Am looking at this for the original K-3 Any reason product SDSDXXG-064G-GN4IN wouldn't be ok for the K-3? Thanks!

07-05-2017, 01:58 AM - 1 Like	#13
wanderer2 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Posts: 301	Originally posted by Outlander Just Purchased the K 1 Can anyone Recommend a SD Card for this Unit ? many thanks Alan If you are going to be using pixel shift resolution frequently it really gobbles up SD card space, being about 160 mb per shot, so a large capacity card would be good. As to brands I've used San Disc, Sony, and PNY in my K-1 with no problems with any of them.

07-05-2017, 05:51 PM	#14
wanderer2 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Posts: 301	Regarding the Lexar cards mentioned above it has been officially announced Lexar is going out of business. I'm not sure how significant this may be for a purchase at this time.

07-07-2017, 06:08 AM	#15
kjphilippona Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Enterprise, Alabama Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,298	SanDisk Extreme Pro, 64 and 128gb!