Do you also offer a CFexpress memory card reader?

Yes, we offer our single-slot, ultra-fast 20 Gbps CFexpress Type B reader for achieving 2,000 MB/s transfer speeds.

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Element Pro – CFexpress 4.0 Type B

Q: What is the difference between CFexpress 2.0 and 4.0 memory cards?

CFexpress 4.0 cards are engineered to operate on advanced PCIe Gen 4 interface, effectively doubling the bandwidth compared to the previous CFexpress 2.0 standards. This allows them to set a new benchmark with maximum speeds reaching 4GB/s for Type B and 2GB/s for Type A cards.

Q: Is CFexpress 4.0 backward compatible with CFexpress 2.0?

Yes, CFexpress 4.0 cards maintain full backward compatibility with CFexpress 2.0.

Q: What is the difference between CFexpress Type A and Type B?

CFexpress Type A and CFexpress Type B memory cards are both PCIe-based, although their physical dimensions and transfer speeds differ. CFexpress Type B measures 29.8mm(Width)*38.5mm(Height)*3.8mm(Thickness), whereas CFexpress Type A measures 20mm(Width) x 28mm(Height) x 2.8mm(Thickness).

Q: Do you also offer a CFexpress 4.0 memory card reader?

Currently, we offer a single-slot 20 Gbps CFexpress Type B reader, which delivers 2,000 MB/s transfer speeds. We are also launching a 40 Gbps CFexpress 4.0 Type B reader very soon.

Q: Which cameras use CFexpress Type B cards?

Some current cameras with CFexpress Type B card slots include: Nikon Z6/Z7, Nikon Z6 II/Z7 II, Nikon Z8, Nikon Z9, Nikon D6, Nikon D850, Canon EOS R5, Canon C500 Mark II, Canon EOS-1D X Mark III, Canon EOS R3, Panasonic Lumix S1 / S1R, Fujifilm GFX100 II, Fujifilm X-H2S / X-H2.

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Overview

Ready to enter the new era of cinematography storage?

Our Element Pro CFexpress 4.0 Type B cards redefine performance with speeds up to 3,500 MB/s read and 3,100 MB/s write, along with capacities up to 2TB – perfect for professional creatives who demand seamless capture and editing of high-resolution footage.

Our promise

CFexpress memory card using Exascend’s patented technologies.

Low power, high performance

1.25W power at 400 MB/s sustained write – better energy efficiency.

Filming the project of a lifetime?

Avoid running out of space with up to 2TB storage capacity.

Made for professionals

Compatible with camera systems using CFexpress Type B cards.

Capture high quality content

Delivers up to 12K resolution and beyond at any frame rate you can think of.

Specifications

Physical information
Form factor	CFexpress Type B
Interface	PCIe 4.0 (Supports NVMe 1.4)
Capacity / Part number	2TB / EXPC4SB002TB 1TB / EXPC4SB001TB 512GB / EXPC4SB512GB 256GB / EXPC4SB256GB
Flash type	3D TLC
Input voltage	3.3V±5%
Power consumption	Active ≈1.25W (at 400MB/s sequential write); Idle <0.3W
Performance
Max. sequential read	3,500 MB/s (2TB/1TB/512GB/256GB)
Max. sequential write	3,100 MB/s (2TB/1TB) 2,800 MB/s (512GB) 1,400 MB/s (256GB)
Sustained read	3,400 MB/s (2TB/1TB) 3,300 MB/s (512GB/256GB)
Sustained write	2,500 MB/s (2TB) 1,750 MB/s (1TB) 900 MB/s (512GB) 450 MB/s (256GB)
Reliability/Endurance
Operational temperature	-12°C ~ 72°C
Storage temperature	-40°C ~ 85°C
Max. TBW	1,200 TB (2TB) 600 TB (1TB) 300 TB (512GB) 150 TB (256GB)
MTBF	2,000,000 hours
Warranty	3 years

Compatibility

Camera Type	Brand	Model
Video camera	Canon	C500 / R3 / R5
Video camera	Nikon	Z6 / Z8

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Element Pro CFexpress 4.0 Type B	5.6 MB
Exascend Cinematography Brochure	2.61 MB
Exascend Cinema Brochure Lite	620 KB

Advanced Technology

How can we promise that our product delivers the highest performance and reliability?

We at Exascend are a team of engineers, with hardware design, firmware development and manufacturing all under one roof. We strive to listen to your feedback and leverage the newest technologies, so you never need to worry about nightmares like data loss or running out of space.

Afterburner™

Our cutting-edge Afterburner™ technology ensures maximum performance, especially during fast-action or burst mode photography.

Data Retention Plus™

Our technology mitigates the risk of data integrity issues resulting from the natural degradation of flash storage – even under extreme workloads.

SuperCruise™

Our technology ensures unbeatable stable write performance – so you never need to worry about data loss or recording failures.

Adaptive Thermal Control

Overheating can lead to issues like frame drops and slowdowns. We prevent overheating from the get-go with this unique technology.

RAID ECC

RAID ECC (Error-Correcting Code) is an advanced Exascend technology that avoids the risk of data loss and allows the storage device to rebuild even severely corrupted data.

Smartstream™

With this exclusive technology, memory cards can handle both burst shooting and extended recording seamlessly – balancing performance and battery life.

Conformal Coating

Our Conformal Coating technology protects your Exascend SSD against environmental threats and makes sure that it is safe from elements like water and dust.

Yes, there are even more technologies behind our products!

We have developed a wide range of technologies to provide filmmakers and content creators with maximum capacity, performance and reliability throughout the whole video production workflow.

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FAQ

What is the difference between CFexpress 2.0 and 4.0 memory cards?

CFexpress 4.0 cards are engineered to operate on advanced PCIe Gen 4 interface, effectively doubling the bandwidth compared to the previous CFexpress 2.0 standards.

This allows them to set a new benchmark with maximum speeds reaching 4GB/s for Type B and 2GB/s for Type A cards.

Is CFexpress 4.0 backward compatible with CFexpress 2.0?

Yes, CFexpress 4.0 cards maintain full backward compatibility with CFexpress 2.0.

What is the difference between CFexpress Type A and Type B?

CFexpress Type A and CFexpress Type B memory cards are both PCIe-based, although their physical dimensions and transfer speeds differ. CFexpress Type B measures 29.8mm(Width)*38.5mm(Height)*3.8mm(Thickness), whereas CFexpress Type A measures 20mm(Width) x 28mm(Height) x 2.8mm(Thickness).

A Type B card is capable of transferring data at twice the speed of a Type A card.

Which cameras use CFexpress Type B cards?

Some current cameras with CFexpress Type B card slots include:

Nikon Z6/Z7
Nikon Z6 II/Z7 II
Nikon Z8
Nikon Z9
Nikon D6
Nikon D850
Canon EOS R5
Canon C500 Mark II
Canon EOS-1D X Mark III
Canon EOS R3
Panasonic Lumix S1 / S1R
Fujifilm GFX100 II
Fujifilm X-H2S / X-H2

Do you also offer a CFexpress 4.0 memory card reader?

Currently, we offer a single-slot 20 Gbps CFexpress Type B reader, which delivers 2,000 MB/s transfer speeds. We are also launching a 40 Gbps CFexpress 4.0 Type B reader very soon.

Can I use my CFexpress Type B card in an XQD slot?

For cameras with XQD slots, a firmware upgrade is required to enable CFexpress compatibility. Please check your host device’s compatibility with your camera manufacturer.