The following cards can be used with the camera regardless of capacity. If the card is new or was previously formatted (initialized) by another camera or computer, format the card with this camera.
SD/SDHC*/SDXC*memory cards
* UHS-I cards supported.
Cards that Can Record Movies
When shooting movies, use a large-capacity card with a writing/reading speed (required card performance) shown in the table below or higher than the standard specification.
Movie Recording Quality
SD Card
Normal movie
SD Speed Class 10 or higher
HDR movies
SD Speed Class 6 or higher
SD Speed Class 4 or higher
SD Speed Class 6 or higher
SD Speed Class 4 or higher
Time-lapse movie
UHS-I 90 MB/sec. or faster
UHS-I Speed Class 3 or higher
* The required card performance for time-lapse movies applies to reading speed.
If you use a slow-writing card when shooting movies, the movie may not be recorded properly. Also, if you play back a movie on a card with a slow reading speed, the movie may not be played back properly.
To check the card's writing/reading speed, refer to the card manufacturer's Web site, etc.
IMPORTANT
The camera does not come with a card for recording photos/movies. Please purchase it separately.
