Memory cards in our range are flash storage cards for cameras, drones, dashcams, camcorders and other portable devices, including full-size SD cards and high-capacity models. Brands include KIOXIA, SanDisk, PNY and Kingston. The selection is small, so it suits buyers who want a quick, clear choice from established manufacturers.
How to choose a memory card
Card format. Check which card your device takes before anything else. Full-size SD cards fit most cameras and card readers, while microSD cards are used in phones, action cameras, drones and handheld consoles. A microSD card often comes with an adapter, but an SD card cannot be shrunk to fit a microSD slot.
Capacity. Work out how much you shoot and how often you copy files off the card. Photographers who shoot in RAW and anyone recording 4K video fill a card quickly, so larger sizes make sense. Our range includes a 1 TB model, which suits long video sessions or a large photo archive on one card. Keep in mind that SDXC cards over 32 GB are formatted as exFAT, which older devices may not read.
Read and write speed. Read speed decides how quickly you can copy files to a computer, and one card in our range lists 150 MB/s. Write speed matters more when recording, because a slow card can drop frames during 4K video or burst photography. Look for the speed class marks on the card, such as U3 or V30, and check your camera's manual for the minimum it needs.
Intended use. Dashcams and security cameras write constantly and overwrite old footage, so cards sold as high endurance last longer in those jobs. A camera for holiday photos puts far less strain on a card, so a standard model is enough there.
Host device and interface. Faster UHS-II cards have an extra row of pins and need a compatible camera or reader to reach their top speeds. In a UHS-I device they still work, but at the slower speed. Check what your camera or laptop reader supports before paying for speed it cannot use.
Memory card brands we carry
- KIOXIA: the company was formerly Toshiba Memory, and Toshiba invented NAND flash, the technology inside every memory card.
- SanDisk: one of the best-known memory card makers, and a co-developer of the SD card standard together with Panasonic and Toshiba.
- Kingston: a major name in memory modules and flash storage, with memory cards that sit alongside its USB drives and SSDs.
- PNY: a manufacturer of memory cards, USB flash drives and other storage and memory products for consumers and professionals.
Memory card FAQ
What size memory card do I need?
Choose by what you record. For occasional photos, 64 GB or 128 GB is usually enough, while 4K video and RAW photography call for 256 GB or more. A 1 TB card is useful if you cannot offload files often, for example on long trips.
What is the difference between SD and microSD cards?
The main difference is physical size and the devices they fit. SD cards are larger and used in cameras and card readers, while microSD cards are used in phones, drones and action cameras. Both can store the same amount of data, and adapters let a microSD card work in an SD slot.
Does a faster memory card make my camera faster?
Only up to the limit of the camera itself. A faster card helps with burst photography and high-resolution video, but if the camera supports only a slower interface, the extra speed goes unused. Check the speed class your camera recommends and choose a card that meets it.
Can I use a 1 TB card in any device?
No, not every device supports cards of that size. Large SDXC cards use the exFAT file system, and older cameras, card readers and consoles may not recognise it. Check your device's maximum supported capacity in its manual before buying.
