SanDisk Video HD memory cards, which have been designed for use in camcorders that use flash memory cards instead of tape, are now available in Australia in SDHC (high-capacity) and Memory Stick PRO Duo formats.

 

April 18, 2008: SanDisk Video HD memory cards, which have been designed for use in camcorders that use flash memory cards instead of tape, are now available in Australia in SDHC (high-capacity) and Memory Stick PRO Duo formats.
The concept of launching a new product category is being driven by the proliferation of HD-capable flash-memory-based camcorders and hybrid camcorders that contain both hard drives and card slots. Offered by manufacturers such as Sanyo, Sony, Panasonic and JVC, many of them are affordable and come in compact sizes that make them easy to carry. The new video cards will be identified by minutes of recording time as well as by capacity, with typical recording times shown in the table below.
Approximate Recording Time*

SanDisk

Video HD

13Mbps*

HD High

9Mbps*

SD

4GB

8GB

40 min*

80 min*

60 min*

120 min*

90 min*

180 min*

15Mbps*

HD High

9Mbps*

HD Standard

5Mbps*

HD Extended

MSPD

4GB

8GB

30 min*

60 min*

60 min*

120 min*

90 min*

180 min*

*Actual recording time will vary depending upon the model, resolution, compression and content. Recording based on internal testing; 8 bits =1 byte.

The RRP for the 60-minute (4GB) is $66 for the HD SDHC card and $101 for the HD Memory Stick PRO Duo. The RRP for the 120-minute* (8GB) is $119 for the HD SDHC card and $194 for the Memory Stick PRO Duo. These times are based on the HD Standard setting ø¢â‚¬” for both SDHC and Memory Stick PRO Duo formats. The cards will be sold with jewel cases and labels so that users can identify and store their valued videos.

For full product details, visit www.sandisk.com.