ProGrade Digital Cobalt CFexpress Type A 160GB
A pro-tier CFexpress Type A card (160GB, VPG400, 800 MB/s read) built for the sustained writes that high-bitrate video demands. It's the right format specifically for Sony bodies with Type A slots and hybrid shooters recording demanding codecs. The narrow slot compatibility and modest 160GB capacity are the constraints on this otherwise capable, format-specific card.
Scores
BreakdownHideOverall68±10Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).
Scores
BreakdownHideCaliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).
The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.
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Specifications
| Spec | Value | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| card type | Cfexpress AFlagged | Flagged |
| speed class | VPG400Partially sourced | Partially sourced |
| capacity (GB) | 160Partially sourced | Partially sourced |
| read (MB/s) | 800Partially sourced | Partially sourced |
0/4 detail specs sourced · 1 flagged for verification. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Verdict
Best for
- Sony cameras with CFexpress Type A slots
- sustained-write video recording
- professional hybrid shooters
Who should skip this
- Non-Sony / Type B bodies — Type A is a different, mostly Sony-only slot
- Capacity-hungry shooters — 160GB fills fast for long high-bitrate days
- Budget buyers — VPG400 sustained-write reliability costs more per GB than SD
Where to buy
List price $330
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Compatibility
No platform-specific compatibility requirements — this works in any standard photo / video setup.
Upgrade path
Buying today, the SanDisk Extreme PRO SD UHS-II V90 (128 GB) scores higher for less — the smarter pick in memory cards unless you specifically want this one. See it →