Exascend CFexpress 4.0 Type B Essential Pro Series 256GB

The VPG 400-certified Essential Pro CFexpress 4.0 Type B card reads at up to 3 700 MB/s, writes at up to 3 150 MB/s and sustains 900 MB/s — for 8K and 12K RAW at up to 120 fps. It is compatible with Sony, Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Panasonic and Blackmagic cameras with a CFexpress Type B slot. 256 GB capacity, 150 TB endurance, limited lifetime warranty with data recovery.

CFexpress 4.0 Type B with VPG 400 and a lifetime warranty

Essential Pro brings 3 700 MB/s read, 3 150 MB/s write and VPG 400 certification to PCIe 4.0 — in an aluminium body that stays 10–15 °C cooler. Up to 2 TB capacity, limited lifetime warranty with data recovery.

VPG 4003 700 / 3 150 MB/s256 GB150 TB TBWLIFETIME WARRANTY

For Nikon, Canon, Sony and Fujifilm

The card is compatible with the Nikon Z9, Z8, ZR, Z7 II, Z6 II and D850, Canon EOS R5, R5 C, R3 and 1D X Mark III, Sony BURANO, Fujifilm GFX100 II, X-H2S and X-H2, Panasonic LUMIX GH6, S1R and S1, Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K and the Atomos Ninja TX recorder. CFexpress 4.0 is backward compatible: in a 2.0 slot it runs at that slot’s speed, in a new body it uses PCIe 4.0 to the full.

8K and 12K at up to 120 fps without dropouts

VPG 400 certification guarantees a minimum write of 400 MB/s for the whole recording; the 256 GB version sustains 900 MB/s write and 3 400 MB/s read. SuperCruise™ keeps the write speed stable and RAID ECC can rebuild even severely corrupted data.

Aluminium against heat, 1.25 W for the battery

The aluminium-alloy body dissipates heat and, together with Adaptive Thermal Control™, keeps the card 10–15 °C cooler so overheating never cuts a recording short. At a sustained 400 MB/s write the card draws around 1.25 W, and Smartstream™ balances performance and power draw so the body lasts longer on a battery.

Industrial foundation

3D TLC memory, 150 TB write endurance, an MTBF of 2,000,000 hours, operation from −12 to 72 °C and storage from −40 to 85 °C — figures from the industrial storage Exascend builds on.

PCIe 4.0, NVMe 1.4

Twice the bandwidth of CFexpress 2.0 — up to 4 GB/s on Type B cards.

Data Retention Plus™

Stored data is refreshed continuously before the natural degradation of flash memory can put it at risk — even under extreme workloads.

Data recovery and lifetime warranty

A limited lifetime warranty and factory data recovery if footage is deleted by mistake or the card gets formatted.

256 GB to 2 TB

The Essential Pro Type B series comes in four capacities; this is the 256 GB version with 150 TB endurance and a sustained 900 MB/s write.

The Exascend CFexpress 4.0 Type B Essential Pro Series 256GB is a high-performance memory card designed for demanding professional workflows. With blazing-fast read speeds of up to 3700 MB/s and write speeds reaching 3150 MB/s, it ensures seamless 8K video recording and rapid data transfers. Built to withstand harsh environments, it is dust, weather, impact, X-ray, and magnet-resistant, making it a reliable choice for photographers and videographers.

The Exascend CFexpress 4.0 Type B Essential Pro Series 256GB is engineered for speed, durability, and endurance, making it an ideal choice for professional photographers, filmmakers, and content creators. Utilizing a PCIe 4.0 / NVMe 1.4 interface, this card delivers exceptional performance with maximum read speeds of 3700 MB/s and write speeds of up to 3150 MB/s. With a minimum sustained write speed of 400 MB/s (VPG-400), it ensures stable and reliable recording for high-resolution 8K video and burst photography.

Designed to endure extreme conditions, this CFexpress card is dustproof, weather-resistant, impact-resistant, as well as X-ray and magnet-resistant, ensuring data integrity in any environment. With a 2 million-hour MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) and an endurance rating of 150TBW (terabytes written), it provides long-lasting reliability. Additionally, the included data recovery service offers peace of mind, ensuring your valuable content remains protected.

Key Features:

• 256GB storage capacity – ample space for high-resolution photos and 8K video.
• PCIe 4.0 / NVMe 1.4 interface for ultra-fast performance.
• Maximum read speed of 3700 MB/s for quick data access.
• Maximum write speed of 3150 MB/s for fast recording and file transfers.
• Minimum sustained write speed of 400 MB/s (VPG-400) – ideal for high-bitrate video capture.
• Rugged design – dust, weather, and impact-resistant for durability in tough environments.
• X-ray and magnet-resistant – protects data from external interference.
• 2 million-hour MTBF and 150TB endurance (TBW) – built for longevity.
• Includes data recovery service for added security.

Specifications:

• Capacity: 256GB
• Interface: PCIe 4.0 / NVMe 1.4
• Max Read Speed: 3700 MB/s
• Max Write Speed: 3150 MB/s
• Min Write Speed: 400 MB/s (VPG-400)
• Endurance: 150TB TBW
• MTBF: 2 million hours
• Resistance: Dust, weather, impact, X-ray, and magnet-resistant