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bladerunner6 · 06-16-2016, 07:29 PM

Assuming the same class of card, of course.

Thanks for the input.

**ramseybuckeye** · 06-16-2016, 07:40 PM

A micro SD card has to "ride" in an adapter, one more connection that could possibly fail.

Adam · 06-16-2016, 07:50 PM

Originally posted by bladerunner6

Assuming the same class of card, of course.

Thanks for the input.

Speeds are identical (though I don't believe the UHS-II standard is supported by MicroSDXC yet) as both card types use the same technology.

The main disadvantage of the smaller format is higher susceptibility to physical damage and damage due to heat.

bertwert · 06-16-2016, 07:51 PM - **3 Likes**

...and they are easier to swallow...

**UncleVanya** · 06-16-2016, 07:51 PM

Many reports of unreliability. My guesses is that cameras that took micro 1st would be fine but the added adapter means mechanical instability I think.

bertwert · 06-16-2016, 09:00 PM

Originally posted by UncleVanya

Many reports of unreliability. My guesses is that cameras that took micro 1st would be fine but the added adapter means mechanical instability I think.

I've actually been using the same Micro SD since I got my K-50.
One that was previously used.

Still going fine...

**UncleVanya** · 06-16-2016, 09:23 PM

Originally posted by bertwert

I've actually been using the same Micro SD since I got my K-50.
One that was previously used.

Still going fine...

Awesome, several people report issues across braves boy the qc of the adapters varies a lot.

bessa-66 · 06-16-2016, 09:25 PM - **1 Like**

I find them good as I can slot them into my phone (camera is too old for WiFi) and share photos on social media or whatever
I haven't found any problems with them either

narual · 06-17-2016, 09:46 AM

depends on if you have a good adapter or not.

They should function with identical performance ... with a full sized SD card with an identical spec. It might be harder to find the higher spec cards, but they do exist.

Originally posted by Adam

I don't believe the UHS-II standard is supported by MicroSDXC

https://www.sandisk.com/home/memory-cards/microsd-cards/extremepro-microsd-uhs-ii

bertwert · 06-17-2016, 11:21 AM

Originally posted by UncleVanya

Awesome, several people report issues across braves boy the qc of the adapters varies a lot.

This is a picture of the same card as the one I'm using and it works fine

narual · 06-17-2016, 01:09 PM

Originally posted by bertwert

This is a picture of the same card as the one I'm using and it works fine

1) Your "it works fine" doesn't invalidate the other people's issues with it.
2) Your item that works fine does lend credence to the "use a good quality adapter to avoid problems" suggestion - the sandisk adapter is probably a little higher quality than the 15 cent one someone picks up with a $5 generic 4 gig microsd card at a gas station.

bladerunner6 · 06-17-2016, 05:06 PM

Thanks for the input.

It has been helpful.

**UncleVanya** · 06-17-2016, 05:32 PM

Counter point. I'm surprised.

Why It's Sometimes Better to Buy MicroSD Instead of Full Size SD Card - Tested

MadMathMind · 06-18-2016, 09:54 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Adam

The main disadvantage of the smaller format is higher susceptibility to physical damage and damage due to heat.

And becoming lost forever.

bdery · 06-20-2016, 05:35 AM

Originally posted by UncleVanya

Many reports of unreliability. My guesses is that cameras that took micro 1st would be fine but the added adapter means mechanical instability I think.

The adapter is just a plastic container with printed links to match the contacts of a standard SD.

I have never heard of problems with micro SD. I use them exclusively, so I can pop them in my tablet and phone.

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UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,467	Many reports of unreliability. My guesses is that cameras that took micro 1st would be fine but the added adapter means mechanical instability I think.

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bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	Originally posted by UncleVanya Many reports of unreliability. My guesses is that cameras that took micro 1st would be fine but the added adapter means mechanical instability I think. I've actually been using the same Micro SD since I got my K-50. One that was previously used. Still going fine...

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UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,467	Originally posted by bertwert I've actually been using the same Micro SD since I got my K-50. One that was previously used. Still going fine... Awesome, several people report issues across braves boy the qc of the adapters varies a lot.

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bessa-66 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Posts: 137	I find them good as I can slot them into my phone (camera is too old for WiFi) and share photos on social media or whatever I haven't found any problems with them either

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narual Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: South Bend (Notre Dame), Indiana Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,988	depends on if you have a good adapter or not. They should function with identical performance ... with a full sized SD card with an identical spec. It might be harder to find the higher spec cards, but they do exist. Originally posted by Adam I don't believe the UHS-II standard is supported by MicroSDXC https://www.sandisk.com/home/memory-cards/microsd-cards/extremepro-microsd-uhs-ii

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bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	Originally posted by UncleVanya Awesome, several people report issues across braves boy the qc of the adapters varies a lot. This is a picture of the same card as the one I'm using and it works fine

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narual Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: South Bend (Notre Dame), Indiana Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,988	Originally posted by bertwert This is a picture of the same card as the one I'm using and it works fine 1) Your "it works fine" doesn't invalidate the other people's issues with it. 2) Your item that works fine does lend credence to the "use a good quality adapter to avoid problems" suggestion - the sandisk adapter is probably a little higher quality than the 15 cent one someone picks up with a $5 generic 4 gig microsd card at a gas station.

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bladerunner6 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2014 Photos: Albums Posts: 2,080 Original Poster	Thanks for the input. It has been helpful.

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UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,467	Counter point. I'm surprised. Why It's Sometimes Better to Buy MicroSD Instead of Full Size SD Card - Tested

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MadMathMind Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Houston, TX Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,717	Originally posted by Adam The main disadvantage of the smaller format is higher susceptibility to physical damage and damage due to heat. And becoming lost forever.

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bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,363	Originally posted by UncleVanya Many reports of unreliability. My guesses is that cameras that took micro 1st would be fine but the added adapter means mechanical instability I think. The adapter is just a plastic container with printed links to match the contacts of a standard SD. I have never heard of problems with micro SD. I use them exclusively, so I can pop them in my tablet and phone.

Is there any advantage to a regular SD card over a Micro SD in terms of performance?

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