Sonnet SF3 Series CFexpress 2.0 Type B/XQD Thunderbolt 3 Pro Card Reader

Take your data transfer capabilities to the next level with the SF3 Series CFexpress 2.0 Type B/XQD Thunderbolt 3 Pro Card Reader. Designed for professionals in photography and videography, this dual-slot card reader offers unparalleled speed and efficiency, ensuring that large files are moved from your memory cards to your computer with ease and precision.

Crafted for Superior Ingest Performance, the SF3 Series card reader supports high-speed data transfer from both CFexpress 2.0 Type B and XQD cards at their maximum supported speeds. This means you can swiftly transfer 4K at 60P RAW video footage or a multitude of high-resolution images without the bottleneck of slower data interfaces.

Experience a significant reduction in data transfer times with the ability to ingest content from two cards simultaneously. The dual card slots are engineered to cut ingest times by up to half, streamlining your workflow and allowing you to focus on your creative process rather than waiting for file transfers.

The SF3 Series card reader leverages the power of Thunderbolt 3 technology, providing four lanes of PCIe 3.0 with two lanes dedicated to each CFexpress/XQD card slot. This ensures rapid data throughput and is a distinct advantage over Thunderbolt 4 devices, which offer only one lane in total.

Compact, rugged, and stackable, the SF3 Series card reader features a small aluminum enclosure that ensures reliable operation under demanding conditions. Its design allows for multiple SF3 Series card readers to be stacked, occupying minimal desk space. Additionally, the reader is rackable, with threaded mount points that enable secure attachment of two readers side-by-side in just 1U of rack space.

Equipped with two Thunderbolt ports, this card reader not only connects to your computer but also supports daisy-chaining of up to five additional SF3 Series pro card readers. This expandability is ideal for environments where multiple card ingestions are required, such as multi-camera shoots or high-volume photography sessions.

The SF3 Series card reader is forward compatible with Thunderbolt 4 computers, taking advantage of Thunderbolt 3's four lanes of PCIe 3.0. It is also backward compatible, supporting Thunderbolt 2 and Thunderbolt 1 Macs with the appropriate adapters (sold separately), ensuring versatility across different systems and setups.

Whether you're a Digital Imaging Technician (DIT) working on location or a creative professional editing in the studio, the SF3 Series CFexpress/XQD Pro Card Reader is the reliable, user-friendly solution for your data transfer needs. With support for both Mac and Windows computers, this card reader is a versatile tool that enhances your efficiency and productivity in handling large files and complex projects.