Sony Introduces High-Speed, Large Capacity CFexpress Type A Memory Cards & Reader Compatible with CFexpress 4

Published: July 9, 2025

Sony Electronics Inc. is launching CFexpress Type A cards for its Cinema Line and Alpha mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras: the CEA-G1920T (1920 GB¹) and CEA-G960T (960 GB), along with the MRW-G3 CFexpress Type A card reader. These new CFexpress 4-compatible products achieve read speeds exceeding 1800 MB/s—more than twice as fast as earlier models²— and maximum write speeds of 1700 MB/s. These new additions highlight Sony’s commitment to expanding its lineup of video production accessories to support professional and high-end amateur creators in enhancing and simplifying their production activities.

Stable and Efficient Capture and Fast Transfer

The CEA-G1920T and CEA-G960T CFexpress Type A cards and MRW-G3 card reader support long-duration video recording, high-speed continuous shooting, and fast data transfer. The cards follow the VPG (Video Performance Guarantee) 400 standard, ensuring stable video recording at 400 MB/sec. The CFexpress 4-compatible MRW-G3 card reader enables high-speed data transfer to computers, improving workflow efficiency.

Durable and Resilient Memory Cards

The CFexpress Type A Cards (CEA-G Series), CEA-G1920T and CEA-G960T, meet TOUGH specifications with approximately 5 times³ the drop resistance and 10 times⁴ the bend strength compared to CFexpress Type A standards, with dust and water resistance (IP57)⁵, temperature resistance, X-ray resistance, anti-static, and UV resistance, making them usable in harsh environments⁶.

Robust Card Reading Capabilities

The CFexpress Type A Card Reader, MRW-G3, provides high-speed data transfer with CFexpress 4 and USB 40Gbps support, reducing computer import times. It is compatible with most computers, smartphones, and tablets, enabling data editing and uploading from various devices and locations. It features a heat dissipation design to handle temperature increases during large file transfers, achieving high reliability and durability.

Pricing and Availability

The CEA-G1920T and CEA-G960T CFexpress Type A cards will be available in August 2025. The CEA-G960T is available for approximately $584.99 USD and $809.99 CAD and the CEA-G1920T for approximately $949.99 USD and $1,309.99 CAD. The CFexpress Type A Card Reader, MRW-G3, is available for approximately $149.99 USD and $209.99 CAD. These accessories will be sold directly through Sony and at a variety of Sony’s authorized dealers throughout North America.

Notes:

¹ A portion of this card capacity is used for system files and may vary
² CFexpress Type A memory cards CEA-G series “CEA-G640T,” “CEA-G320T,” “CEA-G160T,” “CEA-G80T”
³ Drop resistance: 7.5 meters (approximately 5 times the standard specification)
⁴ ​ Bend strength: 150 newtons (approximately 10 times the standard specification)
⁵ Actual performance may vary. Based on environmental conditions and usage. Sony does not guarantee damage to recorded data or card based on every situation or condition.
⁶ Based on Sony internal testing.

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