SanDisk SDCFX3-008G-A31 8GB Extreme III CF Card

by SanDisk

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1.2 x 4.5 x 6.8 inches ; 2.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0013DGTUI
• Item model number: SDCFX3-008G-A31
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: January 31, 2008

Product Description

SanDisk Extreme III CompactFlash memory cards are the perfect choice for people who are serious about their photography, including first-time DSLR owners. The latest SanDisk Extreme III CompactFlash cards offer faster performance than ever before (30MB/s*) when shooting, viewing, and transferring photos. They feature extra silicon for durability; and professional-level services that have become synonymous with the SanDisk Extreme product family. CompactFlash is the number one memory format choice for professional photographers, since it offers the best in performance, capacity, and durability.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sandisk CF 8GB Extreme III, October 30, 2008

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TG "TG" (Michigan USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: SanDisk SDCFX3-008G-A31 8GB Extreme III CF Card (Personal Computers)

I started using the Ultra II cards and they are rated at about 9MB/sec and they are slow for my shooting style/use. I upgraded to the Extreme III which at the time they were rated at 20MB/s and they worked extremely well. The NEW UPGRADED versions of these cards are rated for 30MB/s, make sure you select these and not the older 20MB/s rated cards as the cost is the same and no harm in getting a little extra for no additional cost. This card is outstanding and have no complaints, considering how much they have dropped in price since they have been released it is a win/win for value/capacity/performance across the board.

Always make sure after downloading your pictures to re-format these cards IN CAMERA before re-using them and they will provide years of trouble free performance. I have dropped them (they have the scars to prove it) and still perform without a problem.For downloading the pictures from the card I recommend the Extreme III card reader, downloading files is a breeze with it!

If you are considering the IV version FIRST make sure your camera can SUPPORT IT (not all cameras can support the speed so it will be a waist of money on your part). You can always order this card from Amazon and if you need more speed then return it or keep as a spare (ALWAYS KEEP A SPARE CARD NO MATTER WHAT!-they can get lost, damaged and running around looking for a memory card on short notice can be a pain.-) and purchase the IV. Keep in mind that you will need a dedicated card reader to be able to download files from the IV at "light-speed" and be able to obtain the maximum benefit from it.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Use in Nikon D200, December 28, 2008

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J. Dassaro "Dassaro Imaging Photography" (Tennessee, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: SanDisk SDCFX3-008G-A31 8GB Extreme III CF Card (Personal Computers)

Sandisk Extreme III compact flash cards (at 30 mbs) are simply the best for use in the Nikon D200. Even in full continuous shooting mode, these cards keep up without a problem.

As another reviewer stated, be sure the cards you get are the 30mb per second transfer rate versus the old 20mb per second. The 10mb per second can make a difference when shooting in Nikon Raw at full blast.

I have always purchased SanDisk compact flash cards and never had a problem. However, I am hearing that an issue with fake SanDisk cards is developing and some have even reported possible, yet unconfirmed, issues with third-party provider on Amazon. To date, I do not think and allegation has been substantiated. Just be aware of this developing problem and steer clear of non-reputable online merchants.

I bought the cards at $41.00 on Amazon.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a great card., March 14, 2009

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Chad M. Lane "Chad M. Lane" (Manteca California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: SanDisk SDCFX3-008G-A31 8GB Extreme III CF Card (Personal Computers)

You simply don't need a faster card inless you are shooting 9+ frames a second, all day every day.
I've shot at 8 Frames with my D700, with no problems.

I bought two of these about a month ago, with no problems what so ever. Well built, fast, easy to use. What more can you ask for?

The only 'slight' problem I've had was actually with amazon not the card, they told me it'd be here on whatever day it was and it showed up late. No problem could have just been UPS?