Types of Memory Cards that can be used with the camera (EOS 5DS / EOS 5DS R)

FAQ ID: 8202550800

Release date: 15 May 2015

Solution

Memory cards that can be used with the camera are as follows.
Yes: Can be used.

-: Cannot be used.














Memory card type
CF*1SDSDHC*2SDXC*3MMCMMCplus
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*1: Type I, UDMA mode 7-compatible.

*2, 3: UHS-I cards compatible.

When shooting movies, use a large-capacity card with a fast reading/writing speed as shown in the table.

Compression Method CF Card SD Card
ALL-I (I-only) 30 MB/sec. or faster 20 MB/sec. or faster
IPB 10 MB/sec. or faster 6 MB/sec. or faster

  • 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 play back properly.
  • If you want to shoot still photos while shooting a movie, you will need an even faster card.
  • To check the card’s reading/writing speed, refer to the card manufacturer’s Web site.


IMPORTANT
  • The camera does not come with a card for recording images/movies. Please purchase it separately.
  • If the card is new or was previously formatted by another camera or computer, it is recommended that you format the card with this camera.

Applicable Models

  • EOS 5DS
  • EOS 5DS R

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