SD Card Guides

Expert resources to help you understand SD cards, choose the right format, and optimize your storage strategy.

Types (SDHC, SDXC, microSD), speed classes, UHS interfaces, and best practices for SD card selection and maintenance.

U1, U3, V30, V60, V90 ratings. Understand minimum write speeds and choose the right speed class for your use case.

H.264 vs H.265 vs ProRes. Compare codec efficiency, bitrates, and file sizes to determine storage needs.

Compare photography formats. Learn file sizes, editing capabilities, and storage implications for each format.

Planning Your Storage?

Use our interactive calculators to determine exactly how much storage you need for your specific use case.

Standard capacity cards, widely supported. Good for basic use, older devices.

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Extended capacity, modern standard. Best for video, photography, gaming.

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Miniaturized cards for phones, tablets, drones. Adapter available for full-size SD slots.

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U1, U3, V30, V60, V90 ratings guarantee minimum write speeds for video.

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What speed class do I need?

For 4K video: V30 or U3. For burst photography: U1-U3. For everyday use: U1. See detailed guide →

How much storage do I need?

Depends on your use: 1000 JPEG photos ≈ 5GB, 1000 RAW photos ≈ 30GB, 1 hour 4K video ≈ 150GB. Use our calculator →

RAW or JPEG?

JPEG for instant sharing and storage efficiency. RAW for editing control and archival. Professionals often use both. See comparison →

What about H.264 vs H.265?

H.265 is more efficient (50% smaller files). H.264 is more compatible (older devices, streaming). See comparison →