The new Lexar Professional 2000x SDHC\u2122\/SDXC\u2122 UHS-II cards, introduced at Photokina, are claimed to be the fastest UHS-II memory cards available on the market today. To complement the new line and create a full portfolio of SD UHS-II products, Lexar also announced new Professional 1000x SDHC\/SDXC UHS-II cards and the new Professional Workflow SR2, a SD UHS-II USB 3.0 reader.<\/p>\n
2000X: The New Speed Champ<\/p>\n
The new Lexar Professional 2000x SDHC\/SDXC UHS-II memory cards leverage the new Ultra High Speed II, UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) specification, to quickly capture and transfer high-resolution photos shot high, prolonged burst rates, and 1080p full-HD, 3D, and 4K video. Available in 32GB and 64GB capacities, the cards are claimed to offer transfer speeds up to 300MB per second and write speeds up to 260MB per second. Additionally, every 2000x SDHC\/SDXC UHS-II card includes a SD UHS-II reader for high-speed file transfer of photos and videos from the card to any PC or Mac.<\/p>\n
The Lexar Professional 2000x card will be available from Adorama in Q4 for approximately $184.99 (64GB) and $105.99 (32GB).<\/p>\n
1000X: Lots of Speed, Less $<\/p>\n
Also new are the Lexar Professional 1000x SDHC\/SDXC UHS-II cards, which provide read transfer speeds up to 150MB per second and write transfer speeds up to 95MB per second. The cards are available in 16GB to 256GB capacities. The Professional 1000x SDHC\/SDXC UHS-II line of memory cards offer professional photographers, videographers, and enthusiasts great performance at a more affordable price.<\/p>\n
A Compatible Reader<\/p>\n
To complete the new UHS-II product portfolio, the Lexar Professional Workflow line has expanded to include the Lexar Professional Workflow SR2 reader, a SD UHS-II USB 3.0 reader, which will be available in late 2014. The Professional Workflow SR2 reader is compatible with both the new 2000x and 1000x SDHC\/SDXC UHS-II cards, as well as the Professional Workflow HR2 (Thunderbolt\u2122 2\/USB 3.0 reader and storage drive hub) and Professional Workflow HR1 (USB 3.0 reader and storage drive hub). The readers are sold separately so users can configure a hub into an ideal solution that meets their unique workflow needs, or can use the readers individually while on the go. It will cost approximately $29.99 at Adorama.<\/p>\n
The Professional 2000x and 1000x SDHC\/SDXC UHS-II cards are backwards compatible with older cameras and readers, performing at UHS-I and Class 10 speeds. The cards also include the latest version of Image Rescue\u00ae software and come with a limited lifetime warranty.<\/p>\n
The Lexar Professional 1000x card will be available from Adorama in Q4 for approximately $546.99 (256GB), $174.99 (128GB), $97.99 (64GB), $55.99 (32GB), and $31.99 (16GB)<\/p>\n